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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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    • Handbook of Natural Polymers, Volume 3

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Sreekala Meyyarappallil Sadasivan + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      The Handbook of Natural Polymers: Versatile Applications offers a comprehensive and current overview of advanced uses of natural biopolymers across diverse fields. Beginning with an introduction to the state-of-the-art and emerging opportunities, the book explores natural polymers in areas such as biosensing, drug delivery, cosmetics, tissue engineering, textiles, adhesives, food technology, super adsorbents, automotive and construction materials, 3D printing, paper, nanoelectronics, separation processes, military uses, smart devices, water purification, dentistry, agriculture, packaging, and energy storage.Each section details polymer sources, preparation, properties, and applications, highlighting innovations and new directions. Sustainable themes including environmental remediation and conversion of natural polymers into biofuels are also addressed.As part of a three-volume handbook offering comprehensive coverage of natural polymers, this book will appeal to academic researchers, scientists, advanced students, engineers, and R&D professionals across multiple disciplines and industries seeking broad and detailed knowledge of natural polymers and their applications.

    • Sustainable Zinc Oxide Nanostructures

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • S. Shankar Subramanian + 3 more
      • English
      Sustainable ZnO Nanostructures: Fundamentals, Recent Advances, and Applications offers a comprehensive overview of the synthesis and characterization methods of zinc oxide nanostructures and their applications across various fields. With a focus 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 a detailed overview of 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 and practical discussion of the topic. Addressing the increasing need for eco-friendly nanotechnology, this book serves as a valuable resource to researchers, scientists, and engineers interested in environmentally friendly nanotechnology solutions.

    • Selenium-Based Compounds and Nanobiomaterials in Biomedical Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Hélder A. Santos + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 9 7 9 0
      Selenium-based Compounds and Nanobiomaterials in Biomedical Applications delves into the evolving landscape of selenium research and it’s novel uses in biomedical applications. Edited and contributed by leading experts from academia and industry, this book details the progression of selenium from an essential micronutrient to a promising therapeutic agent. Chapters encompass selenium's pivotal roles in maintaining physiological balance, its contribution to metabolic pathways, and its implications for human health. Furthermore, the book thoroughly reviews recent advancements in developing and utilizing selenium-based nanomaterials for targeted drug delivery, cancer treatment, and immunomodulation against viral pathogens. Selenium-based Compounds and Nanobiomaterials in Biomedical Applications is a must-read reference for an interdisciplinary audience, including researchers and academics in the fields of biomaterials, nanotechnology, materials science, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, and more.

    • Phosphorous Nanomaterials

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Gautam Patel + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Phosphorous Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, and Multifaceted Applications provides a thorough overview of the chemistry, physics, and engineering aspects of phosphorous-based nanomaterials. It explores classifications, structure, chemistry, synthesis, processing, and functionalization, providing insights into the fundamental properties and practical applications across various fields, including electronics, optoelectronics, tissue engineering, biosensing, and environmental remediation. Additionally, this book addresses environmental impact, cytotoxicity, and safety concerns associated with phosphorous nanomaterials, making it a valuable resource for researchers and engineers in materials science and nanotechnology interested in both the fundamentals and applications of these materials.

    • Sensing

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Léonard DobrzyÅ„ski + 6 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 2 9 4 4 9
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 2 9 4 5 6
      Sensing: Long-Lived Resonances investigates and provides a solid understanding of long-lived resonance sensing, illustrated by simple examples. Each chapter introduces and defines the sensing resonances, their localized paths, and applications. Many examples in the book apply these methods to materials and sensing systems. The ultimate aim of the book is to pave the way for the creation and improvement of sensors and devices for telecommunications and applied natural sciences. The different examples presented within each chapter of this book can help close the gaps in communication between physicists and specialists using sensor results within their practices.

    • Recent Advances in Functional Adhesives for Biomedical Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Sougata Jana + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 5 3 8 9
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 5 3 9 6
      The prompt management of tissue injuries resulting from trauma, accidents or surgical procedures is critical. Such injuries could be life-threatening due to uncontrolled bleeding and wound-associated infections. Immediate closure of such exposed tissues is highly desirable in order to prevent unforeseen effects. The traditional method of suturing is laborious, unpleasant, damaging to the parenchymal tissues and requires specialized expertise. Tissue adhesives have emerged as a potential substitute. Commercially available tissue-adhesives possess various limitations. In this regard, great effort has been made to develop different functional tissue adhesives even for multifunctional applications. Recent Advances in Functional Adhesives for Biomedical Applications summarizes the advances in this field: historical background, market trends of the use of tissue adhesives, along with the chemistry behind the tissue adhesion. In addition, the book describes the development of various functional tissue adhesives and their respective biomedical applications.

    • Industrial Applications of Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Kalim Deshmukh + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Industrial Applications of Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles (FMNPs) exhibit exceptional mechanical properties owing to their polymer matrix, substantial surface area to volume ratios, and heightened interfacial reactivity. These versatile tools find application in various industrial sectors, and their functionalization with diverse chemical groups can enhance their affinity toward specific targets. Industrial Applications of Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles thoroughly explores recent progress in FMNPs, addressing their properties, industrial-scale fabrication methods, and applications across various industrial sectors at both experimental and theoretical scales. This comprehensive book offers detailed insights into the latest technologies, serving as an invaluable resource for researchers keen on understanding the characteristics, unique properties, and synthesis methods of magnetic nanoparticles. Additionally, professionals seeking to apply these nanoparticles in various industries will find this book to be a guiding resource, seamlessly transitioning from laboratory insights to real-world applications.

    • Materials Informatics

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Krishna Rajan
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      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.

    • Permeability Properties of Plastics and Elastomers

      • 5th Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Laurence W. McKeen
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Permeability properties are essential data for the selection of materials and design of products across a broad range of market sectors from food packaging to automotive applications to medical devices. In its fourth edition, Permeability Properties of Plastics and Elastomers is a comprehensive resource that brings together a wealth of permeability data in a form that enables quick like-for-like comparisons between materials. Authored by industry insider Larry McKeen, the book is structured with four introductory chapters followed by detailed chapters organized by plastic type. Each chapter includes a manufacturer and trade name list, applications and uses list, as well as tabular and graphical data. It features explanatory text aimed at making the content accessible and the data is supported by a full explanation of its interpretation. This book is a valuable resource for professionals in the field looking to stay up-to-date on the latest permeability information and its application in various industries.

    • 3D Printing in Materials Engineering

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Sayan Ganguly + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      From aerospace to medicine, 3D printing is poised to reshape the future of manufacturing in many industries. Additive manufacturing is a game-changing technology that will in the future drastically alter the product development, manufacturing, and distribution processes. 3D Printing in Materials Engineering presents the latest developments in this important field. The book covers the fundamentals, materials, types of 3D printing techniques, and their multi-dimensional applicability over various engineering applications. The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, manufacturers, chemists, and other professionals who are working with 3D printing over various engineering applications.

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