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.

Books Journals

Biomaterials for Advanced Drug and Therapeutics Delivery

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Mohd Cairul Iqbal Mohd Amin + 1 more
English
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Biomaterials for Advanced Drug and Therapeutic Delivery provides a detailed review of a range of biomaterials for drug delivery, gene, vaccine and therapeutics delivery, and wound healing and tissue regeneration. Divided into 5 sections, this book begins with an introduction to biomaterials for biomedical applications before systematically detailing advances in each application. A wide selection of biomaterials are covered, including nanobiomaterials, biopolymers, hydroxyapatite, lipid-based biomaterials, proteins, and more. In addition, the properties and characteristics of each biomaterial type is assessed, along with it’s suitability for a range of drug delivery and therapeutic applications.The final section of the book provides insight into the safety, biocompatibility, preclinical and regulatory aspects of biomaterials use, exploring the translational potential of these novel materials and treatments. This book will be of use to researchers and academics in the fields of materials science, biomaterials, pharmaceutical science, and regenerative medicine.

Advanced Nanomaterials in Biomedical Implants: Processing, Structures, Properties and, Applications

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Ajit Behera + 1 more
English
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Advanced Materials in Bioimplants: Processing and Applications thoroughly reviews the core concepts, processing routes, and applications of nanomaterials in bioimplants. Divided into three sections, this book systematically guides the reader through each stage of bioimplant materials development, helping them make informed decisions when selecting appropriate materials for their work. A range of implant nanomaterials is considered including smart, piezoelectric, magnetostrictive, and light nanomaterials. Various fabrication and synthesis techniques are detailed, as well as key applications as antiviral smart nanocoatings, loadbearing, flexible, wear-resistant nanomaterials, and futuristic bioimplants. This book acts as a reference to the researchers and practitioners in the fields of nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and biosciences.

Rubber Materials

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Marianella Hernández Santana + 1 more
English
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Rubber Materials: Fundamentals, Sustainability, and Applications provides a fresh perspective on the potential of rubber materials in the 21st century when our global society faces unprecedented challenges related to resource consumption, waste management, and environmental impact. The book begins with an overview of the foundation of rubber science, covering fundamental principles, recent advancements, and future challenges. Sections discuss sustainability aspects and emerging trends within elastomer science and technology, all within the context of the 7Rs of the circular economy. Finally, the book presents advanced sustainable applications of rubber materials in diverse fields, including robotics, healthcare, energy, and more.This book serves as a valuable reference to materials scientists, industrial and academic researchers, and R&D professionals seeking to explore sustainable solutions in the realm of rubbers and elastomers, including their green applications.

Intelligent Medicine: Fundamentals to Future Perspectives

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Zhe Liu
English
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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.

Biomaterials for Advanced Manufacturing

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Md Enamul Hoque + 4 more
English

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.

Advances in Biomaterials for Drug Delivery: Properties, Clinical Applications and Challenges

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Teenu Sharma + 2 more
English

Advances in Biomaterials for Drug Delivery: Properties, Clinical Applications and Challenges comprehensively reviews various biomaterials and biomaterial-derived carrier systems, with a specific focus on their application in drug delivery, and their clinical and regulatory challenges. A broad range of biomaterials for drug delivery are covered, including natural biomaterials, inorganic biomaterials, synthetic biomaterials, 3-D/4-D printed biomaterials, metal-based biomaterials, and polymeric and lipidic biomaterials. Various drug delivery approaches are detailed, from pulmonary and transdermal through to oral and systemic. Key to translational success of these novel platforms are the regulatory and clinical aspects of biomaterials development and application; these aspects are covered in each chapter, providing vital insight required to make informed decisions. Advances in Biomaterials for Drug Delivery: Properties, Clinical Applications and Challenges is an interesting resource for researchers and academics in the fields in biomaterials, materials science, polymer science, and pharmaceutical science, as well as clinicians and R&D groups with an interest in the development of novel biomaterials for drug delivery.

Quantum Dot Nanocarriers for Drug Delivery

1st Edition
May 30, 2025
Prashant Kesharwani + 1 more
English
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Quantum Dot Nanocarriers for Drug Delivery compiles the latest advances in the development and application of QD nanocarriers for delivery of a range of therapeutic agents. QDs are widely accepted because of their dominant striking characteristics including biocompatibility, photoluminescence, morphology, size, and stability. This book systematically reviews the benefits and challenges of using QDs in drug delivery applications, evaluating their toxicity, safety, preclinical and clinical aspects.Quantum Dot Nanocarriers for Drug Delivery is of interest to a broad audience, including researchers and academics working in the fields of biomaterials, nanotechnology, pharmaceutical science and biomedical engineering.

Electrospun Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering and Drug Delivery Applications

1st Edition
May 30, 2025
Inamuddin + 2 more
English
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Electrospun Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering and Drug Delivery Applications introduces the fundamental principles of electrospinning and provides an understanding of the electrospinning process, including the selection of polymers, solvent systems, and processing parameters to achieve desired properties. Tissue engineering applications of electrospun nanofibers across a wide range of tissues and organs is covered, including bone, cartilage, skin, blood vessels, and more. This book also explores the growing role of electrospun biomaterials in wound dressings and controlled drug delivery systems, reviewing a broad selection of material classes such as starch, cellulose, chitosan, and gelatin. “Electrospun Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering and Drug Delivery Applications” is a useful resource for researchers and postgraduate students working in the fields of biomaterials, tissue engineering, and pharmaceutical sciences.

Nanopaints

1st Edition
May 29, 2025
Bhasha Sharma + 3 more
English
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Nanopaints: Characterization, Formulation and Emerging Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art and recent advancements in the development and applications of natural nanopaints. It delves into the classification and formulation of paints using natural resources and discusses their characterization techniques. The subsequent chapters shed light on the challenges posed by the environmental and economic feasibility analysis of nano-enabled paints, highlighting the opportunities they present as well as the obstacles they face.This book is an important resource for researchers and professionals seeking to explore the utilization of green nanoparticles in the development of nanopaints, offering valuable information into how these nanopaints can surpass the durability and performance of traditional paints.

Magnetoelectric Composites

2nd Edition
May 22, 2025
Gopalan Srinivasan + 2 more
English
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Magnetoelectric Composites: Materials, Structures, and Applications, Second Edition summarizes the theory behind magnetoelectric phenomena and then introduces magnetoelectric materials and structures and the techniques used to fabricate and characterize them. Part two of the book looks at magnetoelectric devices: applications covered include magnetoelectric sensors, magnetoelectric antennas, transducers for energy harvesting, microwave and millimetre wave devices, and miniature magnetoelectric systems for biomedical applications. The final chapter discusses progress toward magnetoelectric memory.This new edition starts with the phenomena and theory of magnetoelectric materials in bulk laminates, thin-film heterostructures, and nanocomposites. On the magnetoelectric devices side, the contents have been significantly expanded to include energy harvesting, sensing, and magnetoelectric antennas. This book is suitable for materials scientists and engineers working on magnetoelectrics in academia and R&D.

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