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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.

  • Sustainable Zinc Oxide Nanostructures

    Fundamentals, Recent Advances, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • S. Shankar Subramanian + 3 more
    • English
    Sustainable Zinc Oxide Nanostructures: Fundamentals, Recent Advances, and Applications offers a comprehensive overview of the synthesis and characterization methods of zinc oxide nanostructures and their applications. Focusing on sustainability, the book begins with a thorough discussion of green synthesis techniques for nanoparticles, utilizing biological materials such as plant-mediated and microbial-mediated synthesis, as well as enzyme-assisted synthesis and characterization. It then provides the diverse applications of these nanoparticles in various fields, including energy, environmental remediation, sensing, and healthcare. The final section focuses on toxicity, challenges, and future prospects for ZnO nanostructures research, providing readers with an in-depth, practical discussion of the topic.By addressing the increasing need for eco-friendly nanotechnology, this book serves as a valuable resource to researchers, scientists, and engineers interested in environmentally-frie... nanotechnology solutions.

  • Synthetic Biopolymers for Drug Delivery

    • 1st Edition
    • Amit Kumar Nayak + 2 more
    • English
    Synthetic biopolymers provide a readily available alternative to natural biopolymers found in nature, as well as being more easily modified for specific applications, such as drug delivery. Synthetic Biopolymers for Drug Delivery covers a wide range of synthetic biopolymer types and their unique properties, including PLA, PLGA, PCL, Carbopols, cyclodextrins, synthetic lipids and much more. Biocompatibility, toxicity, and regulatory considerations are also thoroughly discussed, ensuring the reader is fully equipped for efficient biomaterials selection and utilization in drug delivery applications.This book is a must-have reference for those working in the fields of Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Chemical Engineering, and Clinical Sciences.

  • Engineered Biomaterials for Drug Delivery

    • 1st Edition
    • Amit Kumar Nayak + 2 more
    • English
    Engineered Biomaterials for Drug Delivery covers a core selection of engineering approaches and methods to optimize materials for drug delivery, including grafting, cross-linking, thiolation, conjugation, and the functionalization of biomaterials. A wide range of engineered biomaterial types are described, from biopolymers and nanobiomaterials, to metals, ceramics, and composites. Biocompatibility, toxicity, and regulatory considerations are also thoroughly discussed, ensuring the reader is fully equipped for efficient biomaterials selection and utilization in drug delivery applications.This is a must-have reference for those working in the fields of materials science, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical science, pharmacology, chemical engineering, and clinical science.

  • Piezo-Supercapacitors as Sustainable Energy Devices

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • M. Basheer Ahamed + 2 more
    • English
    Piezo-supercapacitor... as Sustainable Energy Devices: Fundamentals and Applications presents the latest advances in this important research field. Chapters cover the fundamentals, technological advancements, and diverse range of applications. By exploring the underlying principles, design considerations, manufacturing techniques, and cutting-edge research, the book serves as a valuable reference resource for researchers, as well as materials scientists and engineers who want to develop a deeper understanding of this new and emerging technology to help them overcome implementation challenges and explore new potential for future sustainable energy storage solutions.

  • Metal Matrix Composites

    Materials, Processing, Properties and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Yashas Gowda T G + 1 more
    • English
    Metal Matrix Composites: Materials, Processing, Properties and Applications provides a comprehensive examination of these materials, covering not only the basics, but also sophisticated processing methods for real-world applications. Chapters cover materials selection, manufacturing techniques, mechanical and thermal characteristics, and other important factors that need to be considered when applying these materials in practical situations across various industrial sectors. With contributions from prominent authorities in the field, this book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, engineers, manufacturers, and other professionals.The book's in-depth information and knowledge on the possible advantages, difficulties and uses of applying these materials across various industrial applications makes it a welcomed resource.

  • Ceramics for Nuclear Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Peng Xu + 3 more
    • English
    Ceramics for New Nuclear Applications provides a comprehensive review on the most up-to-date technologies for advanced ceramics and composites for nuclear applications. The book's chapters cover nuclear fuel and structural materials, materials for the next generation of reactors and fusion reactors, and materials for nuclear medicine. Cutting-edge topics such as accident tolerant fuels, space applications and nuclear medicine are covered in detail. Academic and industrial researchers working in the field of materials for nuclear energy systems, nuclear propulsion systems, and nuclear medicine will find the book a valuable reference resource.

  • Advanced Smart Hydrogel Modeling

    • 1st Edition
    • Hua Li
    • English
    Advanced Smart Hydrogel Modeling provides structured computational models alongside experimental validation for predicting hydrogel performance under complex biochemical and physical stimuli. Guidance on using these models in specific biomedical and engineering applications is also covered, as are the latest developments in the area of hydrogels. Stimuli discussed include magnetic field, pressure coupled with temperature, pH coupled with magnetic field, salt concentration, light, glucose or carbohydrate concentration, urea concentration, and pH coupled with oxygen concentration.The book also includes a chapter discussing the plant mimosa pudica as a smart natural plant system, focusing on two-dimensional biochemical-electric... transient models to capture its rapid collapse and slow recovery movements, providing a bridge from smart artificial synthesis materials to smart natural materials.

  • MXenes for Supercapacitors

    Design, Performance and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Mayank Pandey + 2 more
    • English
    MXenes for Supercapacitors: Design, Performance and Applications focuses on design principles and strategies for optimizing performance that are crucial for harnessing the full potential of these materials in supercapacitors, which include detailed discussions on MXene-based electrode materials, electrolyte systems, and device configurations. The book also offers new insights into enhancing energy storage capacity, power density, and cycling stability. By bridging the gap between fundamental research and practical implementation, it will equip the reader (researchers, engineers, and industry professionals) with the knowledge and tools necessary to develop the next generation of supercapacitor technologies with MXenes at the forefront of research.The book will serve as a comprehensive guide addressing, both fundamental aspects and practical implications for this cutting-edge technology and its use in supercapacitors.

  • Materials Informatics

    Molecules, Crystals, and Beyond
    • 1st Edition
    • Krishna Rajan
    • English
    Materials Informatics: Molecules, Crystals and Beyond discusses the role of information science in aiding the discovery and interpretation of multiscale relationships that are critical for materials discovery, design, and optimization. The book covers key challenges in applying information science methods to materials science, including the multidimensional nature of structure-property relationships, data sparsity, and the nature and sources of uncertainty, along with a brief overview of the algorithmic tools used for unsupervised and supervised learning.Building on these topics, chapters then cover the development of physics/chemistry informed data representations of structure and properties, the application of machine learning for structure and property prediction and screening for targeted properties, and the utilization of techniques such a graphics recognition, natural language processing, and statistically driven visualization tools in deciphering processing-structure... relationships in materials.

  • Nanocomposites for Membranes and Environmental Remediation Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • N. M. Nurazzi + 2 more
    • English
    Nanocomposites for Membranes and Environmental Remediation Applications delves into the transformative potential of nanomaterials, shedding light on their theoretical foundations, chemistry, and practical uses. The book examines both synthetic and naturally sourced nanomaterials, detailing their processing techniques, such as modification and synthesis, and their applications in creating high-performance composites for sustainable membranes. With its comprehensive approach, the text integrates case studies that explore nanocomposite design, materials selection, and characterization, alongside their role in environmental remediation. These studies demonstrate the innovative synergy between nanotechnology and sustainability, positioning the book as an essential resource for advancing this cutting-edge field.Beyond these foundational insights, the book discusses the versatility of nanomaterial resources and their influence on product innovation. It concludes by addressing critical challenges, environmental implications, and future prospects for nanocomposites in sustainable applications. Ideal for researchers, postgraduate students, engineers, and policymakers, this book serves as a guide for pioneering sustainable practices and shaping eco-friendly technologies.

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