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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
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 9 9 8 5 9 8
      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.

    • Harnessing Fiber-based Natural Biomaterials

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Mohit Kumar + 4 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 4 2 4 9 3
      Harnessing Fiber-based Natural Biomaterials: For Tissue Engineering and Regeneration explores in detail the utilization of these materials in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. The chapters cover fabrication techniques, scaffold design, cell interactions, and regenerative therapies along with their mechanical aspects. The book begins with an introduction to fundamental concepts, key challenges, and future opportunities for utilizing these materials in biomedical applications. Emphasis is placed on their characteristics and properties, fabrication strategies such as electrospinning, and 3D printing, as well as the source of biomaterials such as plant, animal, marine or microbial-derived biomaterials. A range of applications in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine are detailed, including bone, cartilage, skin, and nervous tissue. This book is a valuable reference for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, manufacturers, chemists, biomedical engineers, and those working in the research and development of natural-based scaffolds for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.

    • Multifunctional Carbon Nano-Onions Based Nanocomposites

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Ayesha Kausar
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 5 0 1 9 8
      Multifunctional Carbon Nano-Onion Based Nanocomposites: Fundamentals, Design and Applications presents an in-depth exploration of carbon nano-onions (CNOs), focusing on their structure, synthesis, and the advanced properties that make them significant in nanotechnology. This comprehensive guide methodically discusses how CNOs are designed, fabricated, and utilized in a variety of nanocomposite materials. Readers are introduced to the unique microstructural, electrical, thermal, mechanical, tribological, and biological characteristics of CNOs, making this book essential for understanding their current and future roles in scientific and technological advancements.In addition to foundational knowledge, the book thoroughly examines CNOs' integration into a wide range of matrices, such as thermoplastics, thermosetting polymers, rubbers, metals, and metal oxides. It addresses applications in environmental sustainability, energy storage and conversion—including solar cells and lithium-ion batteries—as well as electronics, sensors, and biomedical fields. The text also considers the economic and industrial-scale production aspects of CNOs, alongside the challenges and opportunities in ongoing research.

    • Industrial Applications of Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Kalim Deshmukh + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 8 9 5 3
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 8 9 6 0
      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 Science for Dentistry

      • 11th Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • B. W. Darvell
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 5 0 4 4
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 5 0 5 1
      Materials Science for Dentistry, Eleventh Edition, is a must-have resource for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in dentistry. This book provides fundamental coverage of the materials on which dentistry depends, covering the structure, mechanics, chemistry and physics that govern the behavior and performance of materials. Particular classes of materials include gypsum, polymers, acrylic, cements, waxes, ceramics and metals. Other chapters review surfaces, corrosion, mixing, casting, cutting and bonding, and mechanical testing. This updated edition, which includes substantial chapters on chemistry, has been extensively refined and reworked to provide the most useful content for a broad readership, from undergraduate students through to senior researchers and teachers. Accessibly written to provide explanations for behavior, formulation, clinical and laboratory instructions and procedures, there is no comparable resource for researchers, students, technicians, instructors and practitioners in the field of dentistry.

    • Natural Compounds and Polymer Blends in Wound Healing Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Beata Kaczmarek-SzczepaÅ„ska
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 4 2 5 6 1
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 4 2 5 7 8
      Natural Compounds and Polymer Blends in Wound Healing Applications explores the integration of diverse multifunctional natural compounds into polymer-based materials. Early chapters introduce natural polymers and their blends, and present the unique physicochemical characteristics and biological activities of these materials. A range of naturally-derived compounds is assessed, including peptides, phenolic compounds, carotenoids, flavonoids, plant extracts, and carbon additives. The sustainable benefits of these natural compounds and polymeric materials is emphasized, with a detailed review of recent patents, commercial products, and the challenges and opportunities in the field. Natural Compounds and Polymer Blends in Wound Healing Applications is a valuable resource for academics and researchers in the fields of materials science, biomaterials, pharmaceutical sciences, and medicinal chemistry.

    • Predictive Modeling in Polymer Science

      • 1st Edition
      • January 5, 2026
      • Mohammad Hossein Keshavarz
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Predictive Modeling in Polymer Science: Properties and Performance offers an in-depth look at contemporary techniques used to forecast polymer characteristics, emphasizing their cost-effectiveness and suitability for specific design and manufacturing needs. The book explores diverse prediction approaches and models, equipping readers with a thorough understanding of how polymers behave and perform under various conditions. Key material attributes—such as flammability, solubility, intrinsic viscosity, glass transition temperature, and refractive index—are examined, helping users appreciate the science behind optimizing polymer properties for superior material performance.Beyond foundational methods, the book highlights practical strategies for designing polymers tailored to particular applications, ultimately saving research time and production resources. It serves as a comprehensive resource for scientists, engineers, and industry professionals seeking to predict, refine, and enhance polymer properties for innovative material solutions. By integrating theory with real-world examples, the guide supports informed decision-making in modern polymer science.

    • Mechanical Aspects of High Entropy Alloys

      • 1st Edition
      • January 4, 2026
      • Weidong Li + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Mechanical Aspects of High Entropy Alloys: Fundamentals, Modeling, and Properties is structured by the sub-category of mechanical behavior, covering almost all key themes in this area, including strength, ductility, creep, fracture, fatigue, small-scale mechanical behavior, strengthening mechanisms, deformation mechanisms, and serrated plastic flow. For each individual topic, the focus is geared towards the distinctive characteristics of high-entropy alloys (HEA). This book is a valuable resource to advanced students and researchers in need of an entry point to the field of HEAs, and experienced academic and industrial researchers who wish to either deepen their knowledge or gain inspiration during the process of their HEA research.

    • Metal and Metal Oxide Nanoparticles in Textile Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Seiko Jose + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      In today's consumer-driven market, textiles are valued not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their functional protection properties. The use of nanoparticles for specialty finishing has emerged as a promising area in textile processing and engineering. Among these nanoparticles, inorganic metal and metal oxides are particularly significant due to their large surface area and high surface energy, allowing them to impart multifunctional properties to textiles. Metal and Metal Oxide Nanoparticles in Textile Applications serves as a comprehensive guide, offering authors a profound understanding of the application of various metal and metal oxide nanoparticles on textiles. The content is thoughtfully organized, beginning with the first five chapters providing insights into the introduction of metal nanoparticles, their conventional and advanced synthesis methods, and characterization techniques. Subsequently, the following eight chapters delve into the effects of different metal nanoparticles, such as Ag, Au, Cu, Al, Ti, and others, along with their oxides, on textiles. The final section of the book encompasses chapters covering metal nanocomposites, electrospinning techniques, toxicology considerations, branding applications, and the challenges and future prospects of metal nanoparticles on textiles. This title serves as an invaluable asset to academicians, scholars, researchers, and professionals in the industry.

    • Nanocellulose: Harnessing Sustainability from Biomass to Biocomposites

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • S.M. Sapuan + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Nanocellulose: Harnessing Sustainability from Biomass to Biocomposites offers an in-depth exploration of the latest developments in nanocellulose-reinfo... biocomposites, focusing on their processing methods, properties, and performance in diverse applications. This comprehensive resource guides readers through innovative case studies that detail every stage of the design process—from selecting appropriate materials and fabrication techniques to advanced characterization and application strategies. Emphasizing the importance of precise engineering and customized process development for targeted uses, the book highlights how careful planning can lead to enhanced functionality and sustainability in biocomposite materials.The text also addresses the economic landscape with a dedicated chapter examining the global market value of nanocellulose and its pivotal role in advancing sustainability. Readers will find thorough discussions on the mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of these materials, alongside insightful analyses of the relationship between their structure and performance. By focusing on creative idea generation and well-informed decision-making, this book serves as an essential reference for researchers and professionals aiming to drive sustainable innovation in product development.

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