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Books in Physical sciences and engineering

  • Microfluidics for Cellular Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Gerardo Perozziello + 2 more
    • English
    Microfluidics for Cellular Applications describes microfluidic devices for cell screening from a physical, technological and applications point-of-view, presenting a comparison with the cell microenvironment and conventional instruments used in medicine. Microfluidic technologies, protocols, devices for cell screening and treatment have reached an advanced state but are mainly used in research. Sections break them down into practical applications and conventional medical procedures and offers insights and analysis on how higher resolutions and fast operations can be reached. This is an important resource for those from an engineering and technology background who want to understand more and gain additional insights on cell screening processes.

  • Nitric Oxide in Health and Disease

    Therapeutic Applications in Cancer and Inflammatory Disorders
    • 1st Edition
    • Lucia Morbidelli + 2 more
    • English
    Approx.326 pages

  • Phosphate Rock

    An Industry in Transition
    • 1st Edition
    • Dilip Kumar + 1 more
    • English
    Phosphate Rock: An Industry in Transition takes an interdisciplinary approach to dealing with the phosphate rock chain and its exploration, extraction, processing, fertilizer making, and storage and transportation. The book treats the subject from a global perspective, giving readers insights into what is happening in the emerging economies of the world and possible solutions to problems. It also provides all the parameters necessary to evaluate economic viability of undertaking a mining venture, taking into consideration demands of sustainable mining – social responsibly, environmental pollution control measures, community development, and precautions necessary for ensuring health and safety in the hazardous conditions of mining operations. In recent years, supply chain management has grown in importance as it forms tighter links in integration of key business processes from initial extraction of raw phosphate rock to end customers through different stages of process techniques. The book surveys the changes in technology, including many game-changing innovations that could transform mining.

  • Imaging Neuroinflammation

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 9
    • Cornelia Laule + 1 more
    • English
    Imaging Neuroinflammation provides an overview of the molecular and cellular basis of inflammation and its effects on neuroanatomy, reviews state-of-the-art imaging tools available to measure neuroinflammation, and describes the application of those tools to both preclinical animal disease models and human disease.This book is an authoritative reference on imaging neuroinflammation, MRI, neuroinflammation, MR Spectroscopy of inflammation, Iron imaging in inflammation, and more.

  • Designing Smart Manufacturing Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Daniel Rossit + 1 more
    • English
    Design of Smart Manufacturing Systems covers the fundamentals and applications of smart manufacturing or Industry 4.0 system design, along with interesting case studies. Digitization and Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) have vastly increased the amount of data available to manufacturing production systems. This book addresses the planning, modeling and experimentation of different decision-making problems as well as the conditions that affect manufacturing. In addition, recent developments in the design of smart manufacturing and its applications are explained, covering the needs of both researchers and practitioners. To fully navigate the challenges and opportunities of smart manufacturing systems, contributions are drawn from operations research, information systems, computer science and industrial engineering as well as manufacturing engineering.

  • Integrated Silicon-Metal Systems at the Nanoscale

    Applications in Photonics, Quantum Computing, Networking, and Internet
    • 1st Edition
    • Munir H. Nayfeh + 1 more
    • English
    Integrated Silicon-Metal Systems at the Nanoscale: Applications in Photonics, Quantum Computing, Networking, and Internet is a comprehensive guide to the interaction, materials and functional integration at the nanoscale of the silicon-metal binary system and a variety of emerging and next-generation advanced device applications, from energy and electronics, to sensing, quantum computing and quantum internet networks. The book guides the readers through advanced techniques and etching processes, combining underlying principles, materials science, design, and operation of metal-Si nanodevices. Each chapter focuses on a specific use of integrated metal-silicon nanostructures, including storage and resistive next-generation nano memory and transistors, photo and molecular sensing, harvest and storage device electrodes, phosphor light converters, and hydrogen fuel cells, as well as future application areas, such as spin transistors, quantum computing, hybrid quantum devices, and quantum engineering, networking, and internet.

  • Advances in Nanotechnology for Marine Antifouling

    • 1st Edition
    • Ram K. Gupta + 4 more
    • English
    Advances in Nanotechnology for Marine Antifouling surveys the latest research in the application of nanotechnology for biofouling inhibition. The book gathers in-depth information on the various micro and nano-techniques, nanocoatings, polymeric composites paints, methods of application and prevention mechanisms. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across anti-biofouling, nanotechnology, nanomaterials, polymer nanocomposites, coatings, maritime technology, chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, and materials science and engineering. This is also essential reading for industrial scientists, engineers, R&D, and other professionals with an interest in the use of nanotechnology for antifouling, particularly in the maritime sector. Nanotechnologies have been recognized as a powerful tool in antifouling strategies with nanocoatings with efficient properties enabling increased durability and performance in the prevention of biofouling and corrosion while replacing potentially more harmful chemicals.

  • Hybrid Nanomaterials for Sustainable Applications

    Case Studies and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Janardhan Reddy Koduru + 2 more
    • English
    Hybrid Nanomaterials for Sustainable Applications: Case Studies and Applications brings together the latest advances in hybrid nanocomposites and their diverse applications for improved sustainability. The book begins by introducing hybrid nanomaterials, synthesis strategies, and approaches to production for engineering applications. Subsequent sections provide chapters on key application areas, including water purification, nanobiotechnologies, energy storage, and biomedicine, presenting approaches for sustainable application for each usage. Throughout the book, key challenges are addressed, with case studies used to support implementation and improve end applications. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students in nanotechnology, polymer science, sustainable materials, chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, and materials engineering, as well as industrial scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in hybrid nanomaterials for a range of applications.

  • Biodegradable and Biocompatible Polymer Nanocomposites

    Processing, Characterization, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Kalim Deshmukh + 1 more
    • English
    Biodegradable and Biocompatible Polymer Nanocomposites: Processing, Characterization, and Applications brings together the latest research, highlighting cutting-edge applications in this exciting field. Sections introduce biodegradable and biocompatible polymers and the fundamentals regarding synthesis, structure, properties, biocompatibility and biodegradability, provide in-depth coverage of methods and techniques for processing, spectroscopic and microscopic analysis, dielectric, thermal, and electrical conductivity, and incorporation of functionalized nanoparticles, and green synthesized nanoparticles. The second part of the book guides the reader through the properties and preparation of biodegradable and biocompatible polymer nanocomposites for a range of specific, targeted, state-of-the-art applications across biomedicine, electronic, energy storage, environment and packaging. Finally, sustainability assessment, environmental impact, and recycling strategies are discussed in detail.

  • Principles of Biomaterials Encapsulation: Volume Two

    • 1st Edition
    • Farshid Sefat + 2 more
    • English
    Principles of Biomaterials Encapsulation: Volume Two provides an expansive and in-depth resource covering the key principles, biomaterials, techniques and applications of encapsulation in translational medicine. The book details the various biomaterials available for encapsulation, including polymers, natural and synthetic biomaterials, porous materials, and more. The advantages and disadvantages of conventional and contemporary biomaterials for encapsulations are reviewed, along with advice on the most effective materials for both shell and core. The final part of the book describes a broad range of applications in regenerative medicine, uniquely bringing encapsulation into the worlds of translational medicine and tissue engineering. This book enables readers to learn about the pros and cons of different biomaterials for encapsulation, as well as how they can be utilized in many bodily systems and tissues, such as the respiratory, digestive, endocrine and cardiovascular systems. Written and edited by well-versed materials scientists with extensive clinical, biomedical and regenerative medicine experience, this book offers a deeply interdisciplinary look at encapsulation in translational medicine.

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