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Books in Physical sciences and engineering

  • Robust Theoretical Models in Medicinal Chemistry

    QSAR, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning
    • 1st Edition
    • Luciana Scotti + 1 more
    • English
    Robust Theoretical Models in Medicinal Chemistry: QSAR, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning serves as a valuable resource chock full of applications extending into multiple knowledge domains. The meticulous construction of a robust model holds significance, not only in drug discovery but also in engineering, chemistry, pharmaceutical, and food-related research, illustrating the broad spectrum of fields where QSAR methodologies can be instrumental. The activities considered in QSAR span chemical measurements and biological assays, making this approach a versatile tool applicable across various scientific domains. Currently, QSAR finds extensive use in diverse disciplines, prominently in drug design and environmental risk assessment.Quantitat... Structure-Activity Relationships (QSAR) represent a concerted effort to establish correlations between structural or property descriptors of compounds and their respective activities. These physicochemical descriptors encompass a wide array of parameters, accounting for hydrophobicity, topology, electronic properties, and steric effects, and can be determined empirically or, more recently, through advanced computational methods.

  • Power Valorization to Gas Chemicals

    Exploring the Membrane Technology Role
    • 1st Edition
    • Angelo Basile + 1 more
    • English
    Power Valorization to Gas Chemicals: Exploring the Membrane Technology Role addresses the significant knowledge gap in the understanding of power-to-gas technologies, processes, and applications. The book offers solutions to the technical challenges and barriers that need to be overcome for widespread adoption, also providing an overview of conventional and emerging technologies in the field. In addition, it explores the current state of technology, discusses ongoing research, and proposes potential solutions to address technological challenges. Users will find existing policies, highlights of successful regulatory frameworks, and proposed policy recommendations to facilitate the growth of power-to-gas initiatives.Economic considerations, including cost analyses, financial models, and potential revenue streams are also explored. Offering case studies and best practices for the integration of power-to-gas systems into energy grids, the book also addresses environmental considerations, exploring lifecycle assessments, carbon footprints, and sustainability aspects associated with power valorization to gas.

  • Biomass Waste and Byproducts in Construction Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Francisco Agrela + 3 more
    • English
    Biomass Waste and Byproducts in Construction Materials explores processing techniques to optimize the properties of different biomass-derived products, guiding readers through material selection that is suitable to specific applications depending on the required performance. Next, a variety of expert studies, including lifecycle assessment and lifecycle cost analysis, 3D printing, and perspectives on BBA formulations describe recent progress in the use of biomass in building materials. Finally, high value-added applications are detailed, rounding out a comprehensive investigation into effective ways to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of construction composites while also contributing to waste-to-wealth strategies.Readers will find this to be a single-point reference for researchers, practitioners, and other AECO stakeholders interested in innovative building components developed with organic materials' residues and derivatives.

  • PEGylated Nanocarriers

    Applications in Drug Delivery
    • 1st Edition
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    PEGylated Nanocarriers: Applications in Drug Delivery explores the essential properties of PEG that contribute to the creation of long circulating nanocarriers while also examining the significant biological and pharmacological impacts of PEGylation and extended circulation. The book provides a detailed review of the preparation, properties, and applications of various long-circulating PEGylated nanocarriers, such as liposomes, nanoparticles, dendrimers, carbon nanotubes, and more. Key chapters also include analysis of the challenges, biological toxicity, and safety issues associated with PEGylated nanocarriers, enabling better clinical translation.This book will be of interest to researchers and academics in the fields of biomaterials, pharmaceutical science, and polymer science who have an interest in developing PEGylated drug delivery systems for therapeutics.

  • Integrated Solutions for Multi-Hazard Resilient and Sustainable Buildings

    • 1st Edition
    • Simona Bianchi + 1 more
    • English
    Integrated Solutions for Multi-Hazard Resilient and Sustainable Buildings delves into innovative techniques and technological and digital methods that unlock the creation of the next generation of resilient and environmentally sustainable edifices. This multifaceted and multiskilled collaboration showcases the most recent scientific advancements in several disciplines such as structural engineering, facade engineering, building technology, materials science, and architecture to provide tailored solutions for a diverse range of audiences seeking conceptual frameworks, state-of-the-art coverage, and useful, real-world case studies that facilitate both understanding and applicability.Focusi... on multi-criteria undertakings that encompass technical, environmental, economic, and social factors, the book addresses the challenges of making more effective investment decisions for construction projects while also enabling the quantification of the benefits resulting from the adoption of integrated strategies to reduce overall potential losses in multi-hazard scenarios, including earthquakes, heatwaves, and flooding.

  • Understanding Molecular Processes using Electrochemical Methods

    • 1st Edition
    • Ashis Kumar Satpati + 1 more
    • English
    Understanding Molecular Processes using Electrochemical Methods offers a detailed compendium of techniques for molecular analysis. The book considers step and sweep techniques, scanning electrochemical microscopy, spectroelectrochemic... techniques, electrochemiluminesc... and scanning probe techniques while also exploring COSMOL multiphysics simulation, electroanalysis in biomedical and clinical applications, and future prospects for electrochemical techniques. Chapters focus on evaluating redox reactions, biological interactions, kinetics, quorum sensing, biofilm formation, surface modification and more molecular aspects. This volume offers a deep-dive into the fundamental principles behind the latest electrochemical techniques, equipping researchers with practical guidance for their own experiments.Users will find this to be an ideal reference for researchers working across a range of disciplines including molecular biology, bioanalytical chemistry, biomedical science, and translational medicine.

  • Graphene Quantum Dots

    Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Srikanta Moharana + 1 more
    • English
    Graphene Quantum Dots: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications provides a detailed exploration of graphene quantum dots (GQDs), covering their synthesis methods, unique properties, and applications. The book begins with fundamental aspects of GQDs, discussing synthesis techniques, doping, and functionalization methods, and highlighting their distinctive characteristics. It also examines the electronic, magnetic, and optical properties of GQDs, followed by a look at their diverse applications in fields such as energy storage, optoelectronics, and biomedicine. This resource serves as a valuable tool for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, engineers, chemists, physicists, and others working on the development of graphene quantum dots and related materials.By providing insights into current research, challenges, and future possibilities, the book offers a comprehensive guide for those working with GQDs to advance their understanding and applications in various industries.

  • Encyclopedia of Fuel Processing Technology

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Reza Rahimpour
    • English
    Encyclopedia of Fuel Processing Technology, Six Volume Set, thoroughly explores the diverse nature of energy and fuel sources. It is designed to be user-friendly and a valuable resource for researchers, educators, and managers, providing comprehensive insights into the transition toward cleaner and more sustainable energy practices.Fuel processing technology involves a wide range of methods and processes to efficiently convert various fuel sources into usable energy while minimizing environmental impacts. This technology addresses the changing energy landscape, transitioning from fossil fuels to sustainable and renewable alternatives. Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, have historically been the primary sources of energy globally. However, extraction, processing, and combustion of these fuels lead to environmental impacts like air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. In response, there is now a focus on developing fuel processing technologies that reduce environmental impact and support a cleaner energy future. These include carbon capture and storage systems (CCS); desulfurization technologies and desalting, the production and processing of sustainable fuels, such as biofuels, as well as renewable fuels and renewable energy sources. The Encyclopedia is based on the long-term vision that a significant portion of energy and raw material needs should be met through the commercial use of advancements in bio-processing technologies. This approach aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and finally replace fuels sourced from depleting fossil fuel reserves.

  • ARM Processors for Power Electronic Applications

    Fundamentals to Programming
    • 1st Edition
    • P. Ponnambalam + 2 more
    • English
    ARM Processors for Power Electronic Applications: Fundamentals to Programming teaches the concept of controlling power converters using the ARM processor, from its fundamentals to implementation procedure, including using advanced controllers for energy management. The book discusses coding the ARM processor for different power converters and a variety of applications. It covers the step-by-step procedure in the design of advanced controllers, the ARM processor and parallel processing, creating driver circuits to interface the ARM processor with power circuits, the peripherals to ARM processors so it can used to control power converters and coding for power circuits.

  • Iron Oxide-Based Nanomaterials

    From Fundamentals to Emerging Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Nisar Ali + 3 more
    • English
    Iron Oxide-Based Nanomaterials: From Fundamentals to Emerging Applications provides a detailed description of iron oxide nanomaterials, their synthesis, and characterization, while also exploring a wide range of applications of iron oxide nanocomposites and nanomaterials in different fields, including energy, sensing, environmental remediation, biomedical, and enzymes. The book provides all the necessary basic information about iron-oxide-based nanomaterials, including structural aspects, synthesis-to-structu... relationships, and applications of these materials in various areas. It also explains the different synthesis parameters that control the surface morphology, crystallinity, and activity of iron oxides desirable for different applications. Starting with an initial section on fundamentals, the book then focuses the following three sections on the key application area of these particles: energy, biomedicine, and the environment.

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