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Physics titles offer comprehensive research and advancements across the fundamental and applied areas of physical science. From quantum mechanics and particle physics to astrophysics and materials science, these titles drive innovation and deepen understanding of the principles governing the universe. Essential for researchers, educators, and students, this collection supports scientific progress and practical applications across a diverse range of physics disciplines.

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    • One- and Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials

      • 1st Edition
      • June 10, 2025
      • Sanket Joshi + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      One- and Two- Dimensional Nanomaterials: Bioengineering Applications covers in-depth information on the properties, structures, and preparation methods of one- and two- dimensional nanomaterials, providing readers with tools that can be immediately implemented and adapted to fit a diverse range of applications.The first part of the book covers the fundamentals of these materials, including properties and synthesis techniques. The second part of the book focuses on the use of several conventional and emerging nanomaterials in the areas of pollution management, remediation practices, and other possible applications in biosensing, biomedicine, and antimicrobial activity.This book will be a helpful resource to nano-scientists, biotechnologists, and bioengineers engaged in studying the emerging trends and different fabrication techniques of nanostructures and their applications and possible toxicity.

    • Biophysics

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Jaroslav Kuba
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Biophysics: Foundations, Problems, and Solutions is an essential text for undergraduate students seeking to understand biophysics concepts through the lens of practical problems and their solutions. It provides a comprehensive exploration of the field, combining theoretical summaries, formulae, and laws with detailed numerical analyses. Designed to support readers from disciplines such as biomedical sciences, engineering, and medical technology, this book bridges the gap between biology and physics to offer a cohesive learning experience. Whether you’re a student or a seasoned expert, this text serves as a robust resource for mastering key biophysics principles.Beyond its core function as a textbook, the book covers a diverse array of topics, including fluid mechanics, capillary effects, acoustics, diffusion phenomena, radiology, and nuclear physics. With its extensive problem-solving approach, the book ensures readers gain both conceptual understanding and practical skills. It stands out as an indispensable guide for navigating the interdisciplinary challenges of biophysics-focused courses and research.

    • Nanostructured Thin Films

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Mohd Shkir + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Nanostructured Thin Films: Fundamentals and Multifunctional Applications provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and deposition techniques used in the preparation of thin films at nanoscale by chemical and physical routes. The structural, optical, spectroscopic, electric, morphological, elastic, mechanical and magnetic properties of nanostructured thin films are thoroughly reviewed, and their applications in the fields of clean energy, solar cell devices, nanosensors, biomedicine, and on-chip devices are discussed. This book is a valuable resource to researchers and R&D professionals interested in thin film materials and the factors influencing their chemical/physical properties and the relationship between these properties.

    • Sustainable Nanomaterials

      • 1st Edition
      • July 25, 2025
      • Manviri Rani + 1 more
      • English
      Sustainable Nanomaterials provides core and advanced information about various sustainable nanomaterials and their synthetic approaches to natural and renewable resources. It summarizes various regulatory initiatives for ensuring sustainability goals and legal aspects of sustainable nanomaterials.This book also addresses potential nanomaterial risks and concludes that green nanotechnology is a concept that needs to be embedded and promoted in regulatory and voluntary initiatives to ensure nanotechnology’s sustainable development.This is a useful resource for advanced students, as well as environmental engineers, researchers, and the environmental industry.

    • Advances in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 74
      • July 1, 2025
      • English
      Advances in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics, Volume 74 gives an overview on the latest evolutions in atomic, molecular, and optical physics, specifically promoting two important aspects of the field of ultrafast optics and strong fields. In particular, the book consists of a review over high harmonic generation (HHG) from thin-film samples, featuring experimental and theoretical studies of HHG from thin films in comparison to bulk crystals of the same materials and the specific interest in HHG from van der Waals materials and HHG studies at the 2D limit.The second review concerns quantum computing technologies enabled studies of molecular processes using present-day devices, with applications in vibrational spectroscopy, electronic structure calculations, population transfer processes induced by a laser field, and interacting spin systems.

    • Quantum Mechanics

      • 1st Edition
      • June 30, 2025
      • Mario Reis
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Quantum Mechanics: Theory and Applications introduces the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics with practical applications found in the appendices. The book integrates classroom teachings with relatable examples, making it an invaluable resource for students. It spans various levels, from basic spin problems to advanced topics like Quantum Entanglement that are accompanied by exercises designed to reinforce learning and comprehension, many of which have detailed solutions. Beyond theory, the book delves into modern discussions and offers a comprehensive suite of exercises categorized as Conceptual, Complementary, Retention, Development, and Advanced.It is an essential text for undergraduate and graduate students in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, and related courses, seamlessly covering fundamental to advanced topics, including Relativistic Quantum Mechanics.

    • Metal Oxide Supported Metal Nanoparticles

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Fabiano Bernardi
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Metal Oxide Supported Metal Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications combines a theoretical description of the metal–oxide interface and its fabrication with the current state-of-the-art in characterization and applications. The book takes a holistic approach that allows readers to view this complex field of research from many different angles, reach new conclusions, and develop new methods and materials. It presents approaches to these materials from a diverse range of perspectives, providing a comprehensive resource for researchers in materials science, engineering, physics, and chemistry to learn about the latest developments in the field.It addition, the book elaborates on how different synthesis techniques from different fields can be applied to metal oxide supported metal nanoparticles. Recent uses of metal oxide supported metal nanoparticles are also presented, including applications in the catalysis, photocatalysis, energy, and sensor fields.

    • Smart and Intelligent Nanostructured Materials for Next-Generation Biosensors

      • 1st Edition
      • November 22, 2024
      • Bansi D. Malhotra + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Smart and Intelligent Nanostructured Materials for Next-Generation Biosensors provides an up-to-date review of biosensor development and applications, with a focus on incorporating smart and intelligent nanomaterials for improved outcomes. The book covers a range of smart and intelligent nanomaterials for use in biosensors, including two popular classes: MXenes and carbon-based nanomaterials. Later chapters explore a variety of biosensor applications, such as in biomedicine, agriculture, and environment. This book is a useful reference for materials scientists, biomedical engineers, analytical and biochemists with an interest in smart/intelligent nanomaterials for biosensors.

    • Pulsed Laser-Induced Nanostructures in Liquids for Energy and Environmental Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • July 19, 2024
      • Myong Yong Choi + 4 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Pulsed Laser-Induced Nanostructures in Liquids for Energy and Environmental Applications covers the fundamental insights on the mechanism of pulsed laser techniques by considering various experimental conditions to accelerate hypotheses that are appropriate for the production of efficient nanomaterials. From this book, readers will learn about the major advancements in the field of pulsed laser technologies, current applications, and their future impact. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of nanostructured catalytic materials via pulsed laser techniques, their use as energy- and environment-related applications, and their present trend in the industry and market. In addition, this book highlights the latest advances related to the application of these nanostructured materials produced via pulsed laser in liquid techniques in various energy (supercapacitor, batteries, and hydrogen production) and environmental remediation (wastewater treatment and conversion of waste into value-added product) processes. Recent progress on several kinds of both photo- and electroactive nanomaterials is reviewed, along with essential aspects that govern catalytic behaviors and corresponding stability. This book is a key reference for researchers, graduate students, and engineers working in the field of nanotechnology as well as materials scientists interested in renewable energy and environmental science.

    • Error Control, Adaptive Discretizations, and Applications, Part 2

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 59
      • October 31, 2024
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Error Control, Adaptive Discretizations, and Applications, Volume 59, Part Two highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Chapters in this release cover hp adaptive Discontinuous Galerkin strategies driven by a posteriori error estimation with application to aeronautical flow problems,An anisotropic mesh adaptation method based on gradient recovery and optimal shape elements, and Model reduction techniques for parametrized nonlinear partial differential equations.

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