Books in Materials science

The Materials Science portfolio includes titles covering core knowledge and new research and applications across the field: nanotechnology and nanomaterials; polymers and plastics; textiles; composites and ceramics; electronic, magnetic, and optical materials; metals and alloys; biomaterials; surface and film science and coating technologies; materials chemistry, and more. In-depth coverage, innovative state-of-the-art approaches, and real-world application examples provide valuable, actionable insights for researchers, students, and the corporate sector. Elsevier's Materials Science portfolio places special attention on areas of current and emerging interest such as additive manufacturing / 3D printing, graphene and 2D materials, smart materials, biomimetics... The content in Elsevier's Materials Science titles program addresses core challenges facing science and society: sustainable energy technologies, the circular economy, health and human welfare.

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Chemometrics Applied to Electrochemical Data

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Sherlan Guimarães Lemos + 1 more
English
Paperback
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Chemometrics Applied to Electrochemical Data presents a broad and up-to-date view of the use of chemometric techniques in the treatment of electrochemical data. The book discusses the potential of multivariate thinking and a more flexible approach to data modeling in the development of applications in electrochemistry and electroanalysis. It provides an assessment of the published literature to contextualize the state-of-the-art of the association between chemometrics and electrochemistry, indicating the most common applications (cases of success) involving design of experiments and optimization, multivariate calibration, and pattern recognition.Through practical examples and theoretical discussions of electrochemistry and chemometrics, this book will be a comprehensive, practical reference to help chemometrics find its space within electrochemistry.

Current Advancements in Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Igor Krupa + 2 more
English
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Current Advancements in Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation: Challenges and Mitigation Strategies provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments in wastewater treatment supported mainly by nanotechnology-assisted techniques. It brings together the latest advances in nanomaterials and technologies and their diverse applications for wastewater remediation.The book begins by discussing water quality standards, monitoring strategies and different sources of water pollution, including various organic and inorganic contaminants like oil spills, dyes, metal pollutants, food waste and pharmaceutical wastes. Subsequent chapters provide the latest developments on the science, engineering and application of advanced nanomaterials for a wide range of technologies used for wastewater treatment and produced water treatment, such as physical, chemical, nanomaterial assisted, and membrane supported methods and techniques.Scientists and researchers in academia and industry will benefit from this comprehensive resource on the nanomaterials behind the technologies at which wastewater sources can be purified from contaminants.

Micro- and Nanostructured Epoxy Thermosetting Polymer Blends and their Nanocomposites

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Vasudevan R. Remya + 3 more
English

Micro- and Nanostructured Epoxy Thermosetting Polymer Blends and their Nanocomposites provides an in-depth overview of the existing knowledge on nanostructured thermoset blends and nanocomposites, from the basic concepts of synthesis and design to their applications as toughening, viscoelastic and thermally stable materials. The book begins with a detailed description of epoxy and block copolymers, and then reviews the morphology and toughening mechanism of various block copolymers and nanoparticles. The following chapters feature several epoxy/block copolymer blends and their mixture of nanocomposites, providing detailed descriptions of possible synthesis, viscoelastic properties, thermal stability, rheology, surface properties, and mechanical properties. The final chapters offer insights into the future directions of this rapidly evolving field. This is a valuable reference tool for both the research community and industry professionals wanting to learn about these materials and the development of highly toughened micro and nanostructured high-performance materials.

Processing of Nanocellulose and Nanocellulose-Based Composites

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Mohammad Jawaid + 2 more
English

The Handbook of Nanocellulose and Nanocellulose-Based Composites is a three-volume set of titles that provides comprehensive information on the emerging field of nanocellulose and its application in composite materials. The Handbook consolidates current knowledge, spanning the entire spectrum from processing, properties and characterization, right through to modern applications. Each volume is dedicated to a distinct aspect of nanocellulose research, offering in-depth insights, methodologies, and case studies. The Handbook of Nanocellulose and Nanocellulose-Based Composites: Processing (volume 1) focuses on the intricate processes involved in the production, modification, and preparation of nanocellulose and nanocellulose-based composites. It provides a comprehensive overview of techniques such as mechanical disintegration, chemical modification, and various nanocellulose isolation methods from abundant sources like wood, plants, and bacteria. Readers will gain valuable insights into the challenges and advancements in scaling up production, achieving nanocellulose dispersions, and incorporating nanocellulose into different matrix materials. The volume acts as a guide for researchers and practitioners aiming to harness the potential of nanocellulose through effective processing strategies.

Microfluidics in Chemical Engineering

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Wei Wang + 3 more
English
Paperback
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Microfluidics for Chemical Engineering: Flow and Reaction, Microreaction, On-line Detection, and Product Engineering presents the fundamentals of microfluidic flow and dispersion and provides new insights on the use of microfluidics in the field of chemical engineering. The book provides a timely, comprehensive, and detailed overview, demonstrating this state-of-the-art methodology, research advances, and classic instances, and providing insightful, forward-looking perspectives. Content ranges from flow and dispersion in microfluidics, microreaction regulation via the coalesce and transfer of droplets, to product engineering regarding controllable fabrication of microparticles and microfibers with advanced functions.The chapters clearly summarize the design concepts and general strategies involved as well as the involved mechanisms and classic instances. Instructive advice is also featured throughout on rational regulation of multiphase flows and interfaces in microfluidics, thus offering guidance for process intensification of chemical engineering. It is primarily written for advanced graduate/postdoc students and researchers chemical engineering, but with relevance to materials scientists, physical and materials (including polymer) chemists, physicists, biochemists, as well as pharmaceutical and biomedical scientists.

Metal-Oxide-Based Nanomaterials and their Advanced Environmental Applications

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Lucas Meili + 4 more
English
Paperback
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Metal-Oxide-Based Nanomaterials and their Advanced Environmental Applications addresses the application of metal-oxide-based materials in soil, water, and wastewater treatment remediation technologies. These materials are particularly promising for applications as adsorbents, catalysts, and sensors, among others. The book provides researchers, students, professors, and industry experts with fundamental and advanced information in the field of metal oxide materials for environmental applications.Metal oxides and their physical, magnetic, optical, and chemical characteristics are of increasing interest to researchers addressing soil, wastewater, groundwater, and surface water contamination. Novel materials based on metal oxides show remarkable sensitivity to alterations in their composition and structure, and lend themselves especially well to cutting-edge procedures or processes for environmental remediation.

Surface Modifications of Nanomaterials for Energy, Environmental and Biomedical Applications

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Subash C.B. Gopinath + 4 more
English
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Surface Modifications of Nanomaterials for Energy, Environmental and Biomedical Applications explores various strategies and techniques for successful surface modification of nanomaterials, focusing on the potential benefits of such modifications in a wide range of applications, including energy and environmental sectors, as well as biomedical applications. This book initially presents an overview of surface modification methods and characterization techniques of various nanomaterials, including two-dimensional materials, carbon nanomaterials, metals, and more. Other sections dive into the applications of surface modified nanomaterials in the fields of energy, biomedicine and environmental science. Future research directions and risk assessment are covered in the final section. This is an essential reference for academic and industrial researchers working to improve the properties of nanomaterials for several applications.

Applied Nanoplasmonics

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Prasanta Mandal + 2 more
English

Applied Nanoplasmonics: Applications in Chemical Sensing and Radiation Detection covers the fundamental concepts of plasmonics, nanofabrication approaches for plasmonic and photonic metastructures, computational modelling, and applications. Recent developments, such as plasmonic SERS chemical sensing at ultrasensitive detection, absorbing metamaterials and plasmonic tweezers are also thoroughly discussed. The book begins by reviewing the fundamentals of surface plasmons and their dispersion, as well as the excitation of surface plasmons using techniques like grating coupling and prism coupling. Subsequent chapters cover nanofabrication of plasmonic nanostructures and metasurfaces, including an overview of lithography and non-lithographic methods. It also explores applications in diverse fields such as solar energy harvesting, radiation sensing, photodetection and opto-electronic devices. The book concludes by exploring the emerging field of SPASER, examining its fundamental concepts, applications, and limitations. This is a valuable reference for researchers and scientists looking to stay updated on the latest developments in this multidisciplinary field as it bridges the gap between theory and practical implementation.

Graphene Hydrogels

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Tejraj M. Aminabhavi + 3 more
English

Graphene Hydrogels: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications provides the latest information on synthesis approaches, mechanisms of action, and major application developments in graphene-based hydrogels. In addition, the book also presents directions for future research, particularly with regard to achieving sustainability. Graphene, with its unique features, blends well with various organic and inorganic molecules, and is utilized in various fields such as electronics, sensors, environment, agriculture, and biomedicine. This book covers recent progress in the field, along with associated challenges and future perspectives.Contemporary applications of graphene hydrogels are discussed in extensive detail, making this book of particular interest to researchers and industrialists working in nanotechnology, polymer science, and materials science.

Composites and Biocomposites for Heavy Metal Adsorption

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Abdullahi Haruna Birniwa + 4 more
English

Composites and Biocomposites for Heavy Metal Adsorption delves into the latest advancements in this crucial area of research. With a focus on integrating materials like composites and bio-composites, the book demonstrates how these combinations can achieve superior heavy metal removal compared to single materials. This efficiency stems from their enhanced ability to eliminate hazardous intermediate metabolites present in heavy metals. Additionally, the book examines the application, mechanisms, and performance evaluation of various composites and bio-composites used in heavy metal removal. It also explores the techno-economic and lifecycle assessments of these materials, making it a valuable resource for scientists, engineers, and students alike.

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