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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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    • Banana Fibres and their Composites

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Mohammad Jawaid
      • English
      Banana Fibres and their Composites: Processing, Design, Properties and Applications is a comprehensive resource that delves into the transformative potential of banana fibers in material science. Starting with an extensive overview of the fiber extraction and preparation process, the book examines the nuanced properties of these fibers. Through its meticulous approach, it explores how banana fibers are fabricated into textiles and composites, revealing their significant contributions to sustainable materials development. Offering in-depth insights, the book bridges the gap between traditional fiber applications and modern technological advancements, aiming to inspire innovation in both academic research and industrial manufacturing.Additi... the book concludes with selected case studies that showcase the diverse applications of banana fiber-based composites, ranging from textiles to advanced engineering materials. It is an invaluable resource for researchers, materials scientists, industrial engineers, and manufacturers seeking to harness the potential of natural fibers. By providing a detailed analysis of design properties and end-use applications, the book stands as an essential guide for developing sustainable, high-performance composites in various industries.

    • Upconversion Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • September 1, 2025
      • Kalim Deshmukh + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Upconversion Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the chemistry, properties, characterization, and emerging applications of lanthanide-doped upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs), focusing on upconversion mechanisms, fluorescent properties, and biomedical applications. The emerging applications of UCNPs include cancer diagnostics and therapy, biosensing and bioassays, bioimaging, drug and gene delivery, cellular optogenetics, and the detection of small biomolecules and ions. The biocompatibility, biodegradability, bio-distribution, toxicity and regulatory considerations of upconversion are fully considered.This book offers a unique reference resource for researchers, bringing together a global authorship to cover the fundamentals, state-of-the-art, current challenges, and future perspectives of upconversion nanoparticles.

    • Materials Kinetics

      • 2nd Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • John C. Mauro
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Materials Kinetics: Transport and Rate Phenomena, Second Edition provides readers with a clear understanding of how physical-chemical principles are applied to fundamental kinetic processes. The book integrates advanced concepts with foundational knowledge and cutting-edge computational approaches, demonstrating how diffusion, morphological evolution, viscosity, relaxation, and other kinetic phenomena can be applied to practical materials design problems across all classes of materials. Thermodynamics, Fick’s law, dislocation and interfacial motion, kinetics of phase separation, molecular dynamics, energy landscapes, and Monte Carlo simulation techniques are each covered. This second edition also features brand new chapters on sintering, topological constraint theory, ab initio molecular dynamics, thermal conduction, and electrical conduction. All preexisting chapters have been revised and updated to include new exercises and topics covered have been expanded to include examples of multicomponent diffusion, particle jump frequency, diffusion along dislocations, modeling of grain boundary diffusion, applications of phase-field modeling, applications of diffuse interface theory, and much more.

    • Polymer Nano-Biocomposites

      • 1st Edition
      • September 24, 2025
      • Rajeshkumar Lakshminarasimhan + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Polymer Nano-Biocomposites Preparation, Properties, and Applications is a comprehensive guide that delves into the latest advancements in this field. The book provides a concise overview of the polymer bio-nanocomposites, their processing and properties. Furthermore, it features case studies that spotlight specific industrial and technological applications.The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers who are involved in the research and development of advanced green materials and polymeric nanocomposites.

    • Intelligent Medicine: Fundamentals to Future Perspectives

      • 1st Edition
      • June 1, 2025
      • Zhe Liu
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Intelligent Medicine: Fundamentals to Future Perspectives delves into the state-of-the-art materials and technologies that define the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare. The book explores the development of intelligent materials, medical equipment, and technologies to improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients, as well as prediction of disease and development of new therapeutic strategies. A range of technologies and techniques are covered from telemedicine and data mining and analysis, to surgical robots, implantable detection devices and organ-on-chips. The clinical translation and associated challenges of each are considered with a final look to trends and possible benefits for future use.This is an innovative reference for researchers and academics in the fields of materials science, biomedical engineering, and artificial intelligence, as well as clinicians with an interest in intelligent biomaterials and technologies. This book may also appeal to industry R&D groups developing materials and technologies for intelligent medicine.

    • Micro and Nano Colloids and Their Biomedical Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Abdelhamid Elaissari + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Micro and Nano Colloids and Their Biomedical Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of the preparation methods, characterization techniques, and real-world applications of micro and nano colloids in the fields of drug delivery, sensory technology, imaging, cosmetics, food preservation, in vitro diagnostics, and cutting-edge theranostics. It covers a wide range of nanoparticles, including liposomes, magnetic nanoparticles, latex particles, thin films, and silica-based and metal oxides nanomaterials. With a focus on showcasing the state-of-the-art and most recent developments across various life science-related disciplines, this book serves as a valuable reference for researchers and industry professionals in the fields of nanotechnology, colloidal chemistry, and biotechnology.

    • Biomaterials for Advanced Manufacturing

      • 1st Edition
      • June 1, 2025
      • Md Enamul Hoque + 4 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Biomaterials for Advanced Manufacturing: Cutting-Edge Technologies and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the manufacturing techniques and approaches for the design and application of biomaterials. The need for materials which are both durable and sustainable is a key challenge faced by many researchers; various design and manufacturing techniques are utilised to emphasise the most vital qualities of biomaterials, crafting them into specialised mediums for a range of biomedical applications. This book reviews a broad selection of these technologies and their associated applications in biomedicine, from laser machining, joining, and electrical discharge machining, through to emerging approaches such as nanotechnology-enabl... engineering. This book also highlights the environmental and sustainability aspects of these approaches and biomaterials, with a look toward developing better eco-friendly materials for biomedical applications. Biomaterials for Advanced Manufacturing: Cutting-Edge Technologies and Applications is of interest to researchers and R&D groups interested in evaluating the most effective manufacturing technologies for the development of novel sustainable biomaterials.

    • Multifunctionality of Polymer Composites

      • 2nd Edition
      • September 26, 2025
      • Ulf Breuer + 2 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Multifunctionality of Polymer Composites: Challenges and Applications, Second Edition, brings together contributions from experts in the field of multifunctionality, presenting state-of-the-art discussion on the possible routes to achieve multifunctionality in reinforced polymers and composite structures, as well as their application in various industries. This new edition has been revised and expanded to include the latest advances, new materials, and applications that have emerged in recent years, and includes new chapters on self-healing composites, thermoelectric generators, vitrimers, morphing composites, and sliding materials. The text will enable engineers and materials scientists to achieve multifunctionality in their own products using different types of polymer matrices and various nano- and micro-sized fillers and reinforcements, including carbon nanotubes and graphene. In addition, technologies for the integration of active materials such as shape memory alloys are discussed. The latest developments in a wide range of applications, including automotive/aerospace... electronics, construction, medical engineering, and future trends are discussed, making this book an essential reference for any researcher or engineer seeking to stay ahead in this high-potential area.

    • Carbon Nano-onions

      • 1st Edition
      • October 1, 2025
      • Esmaeal Ghavanloo + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Carbon Nano-onions: Synthesis, Computational Modeling, Properties, and Applications provides a detailed examination of carbon nano-onions, a highly promising class of carbon-based nanostructures. The book serves as a definitive guide, introducing various synthesis, purification, and characterization techniques of carbon nano-onions. It presents mathematical and computational modeling methods to predict the behavior of these nanostructures, establishing a bridge between theory and application. Additionally, the book engages in a thorough discussion of current applications while presenting new possibilities in the utilization of carbon nano-onions.This is a valuable resource for academic and industrial researchers interested in the fundamentals and applications of carbon nano-onions across a wide range of fields.

    • Surface Modifications of Nanomaterials for Energy, Environmental and Biomedical Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Subash C.B. Gopinath + 4 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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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.

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Biomaterials

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