Books in Physical sciences and engineering

Biofuels and Bioproducts from Lignocellulosic Materials

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Minaxi Sharma + 4 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Biofuels and Bioproducts from Lignocellulosic Materials: Bioproducts, Volume One is part of a comprehensive three-volume set that explores the various possibilities of adding value to lignocellulosic biomass materials by transforming them into bioproducts, biofuels, and biomaterials. With an emphasis on microbial biotechnological solutions, each volume examines how renewable natural resources, agriculture waste management, and valorization of agro-wastes can sustainably produce energy and fuels, nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and biomaterials. This volume addresses all aspects of value-added bioproducts production from lignocellulosic materials.The opening chapter of the book reviews the fundamentals of biotechnology and biochemistry and provides an overview of lignocellulose, its properties, potential use, volume of production and by-products, and economical importance. Following this, chapters provide critical reviews of the latest developments in lignocellulosic biomass conversion into value-added products and provide step-by-step guidance on key processes and methods, including genetic engineering approaches, microbial pathways, thermochemical routes, and pre-treatment technologies. Various technological approaches are explained, including novel, eco-friendly methods for biomass conversion that reduce waste, and the role of microorganisms and their mechanisms are explored in depth.

Perovskite Photovoltaics

2nd Edition
June 1, 2025
Aparna Thankappan + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Perovskite Photovoltaics: Basic to Advanced Concepts and Implementation, Second Edition brings together the latest advances in perovskite photovoltaics, associated challenges and opportunities, and how to achieve further developments. This edition presents new topics and novel areas, including defect engineering, interface engineering, additive engineering, anti-solvents, single crystal perovskite solar cells, inorganic perovskites, optoelectronic characterization, and mathematical modeling of perovskite solar cells. In addition, the book contains a detailed analysis of the implementation and economic viability of perovskite solar cells, highlighting what photovoltaic devices need to be generated by low cost, non-toxic, earth abundant materials using environmentally-scalable processes.This book is a valuable resource for all those with an interest in perovskite solar cells, photovoltaics, and more broadly solar energy and renewable energy, including researchers, scientists, graduate students, engineers, R&D professionals, and other industry personnel.

Integrated Biotechnological Solutions for the Treatment of Industrial Wastewater

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Naveen Dwivedi + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Integrated Biotechnological Solutions for the Treatment of Industrial Wastewater: For a Healthy and Sustainable Environment: Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes presents the latest studies on biotechnological concepts and their role in revolutionizing conventional treatment methods accompanied with eliminating or minimizing negative influence of hazardous contaminants (industrial) on human health and the environment. This book highlights the characteristics, aims, and applications of integrated biotechnology as an ultimate solution for sustainable management of the industrial wastewater, showcasing the importance of multi-disciplinary research, and the need to develop integrated bioengineering systems. Engineers and applied scientists, researchers, environmental biotechnologists, practitioners, and innovators involved in environmental research will find this book to be a welcomed resource.

BiOX-based Photocatalysts for Dual Applications

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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BiOX-based Photocatalysts for Dual Applications: Water Treatment and Energy Storage presents opportunities for finding balance between the progress in semiconductor materials and their seminal applications in cutting-edge areas of water treatment and energy storage, which mitigate environmental impact. This book provides an understanding of BiOX with respect to the relationship between materials’ structure and photoreaction performance, paving the way for a new direction of photocatalysis technology for the future of water treatment. Subsequently, the development of the next generation of BiOX would allow an efficient collection of sunlight to catalyze chemical reactions, promoting solar energy utilization as the cleanest and most sustainable energy source in the long-term. To reflect this novelty, the works presented in this book focuses on BiOX applications not only for water treatment, but also for energy storage and conversion.Written by world-class experts in their respective fields, this book will be an excellent resource for postgraduate students and postdoctoral researchers and academics in chemical engineering, chemistry, physics, and environmental science doing research on advanced oxidation process (AOP); technicians working in research and development on different uses of BiOX-based material for photocatalytic applications; and waste specialists in the waste and energy industries.

Polymer Nanocomposite Membranes in Water Treatment and Desalination

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Md Rezaur Rahman + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Over the past few years, significant research has been conducted into the development of polymeric nanocomposite membranes to increase environmental sustainability and to demonstrate their benefits for commercial water treatment and desalination applications. Polymer Nanocomposite Membranes for Water Treatment and Desalination: Recent Developments, Future Opportunities, and Sustainable Applications presents the latest research findings in this important field.The book summarizes current advances in the production, characterization, and applications of these membranes for water treatment and desalination. Bio-composite alterations, functional group additions, and nanomaterial assemblies are also examined in depth. The current breakthroughs in reverse osmosis, oil removal, heavy metals removal, dye removal, photocatalytic degradation of organic contaminants, and pesticide removal from wastewater are also discussed. Additionally, the book also highlights bacteria removal by polymeric nanocomposite membranes as well as the major benefits and drawbacks of various adsorbent materials. Special emphasis is also placed on the adsorption mechanism, which includes chemisorption and physisorption.The book will be a valuable reference source for academic and industrial researchers, as well as early career researchers who are working in the research and development of polymer nanocomposite membranes for water treatment and desalination.

Air Pollution and Related Health Risks

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Umesh Chandra Dumka + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Air Pollution and Related Health Risks: Investigating Environmental Health and Sustainability provides discussion on advanced atmospheric phenomena as they relate to health risks and environmental sustainability. Sections cover challenges, the carcinogenic effects of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons on the atmosphere, and reviews of microplastics and organic aerosol compositions. The book's editors also complete a micro and macro analysis of PM2.5 and PM10 spatio-temporal properties in the Himalayan environment, and aerosol radiative and health impacts are also explored. Other sections cover wet deposition and scavenging of atmospheric pollutants and a risk assessment of living-non-living airborne particles to human health.Post-graduates and early-career researchers in atmospheric sciences, geophysics, environmental science, and meteorology will find much to learn and apply in this valuable resource.

Medical Robotics and Intelligent Healthcare Technologies

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Jacky Baltes + 3 more
English
Paperback
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Medical Robotics and Intelligent Healthcare Technologies: AI Applications to Improve Healthcare in Developing Countries is an essential reference for professionals and researchers in fields such as biomedical engineering, health informatics, bioelectronics, medical electronics, physiology, and robotics. This book presents the latest advancements in AI and machine learning-based robotics applications, enabling readers to quickly grasp effective methods and compare various approaches. Addressing critical research areas that directly impact human life and health fills a significant market gap, providing valuable insights into AI, deep learning, machine learning, and big data analytics methods as they relate to emerging robotics research models in the biomedical and healthcare domains.It offers a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, themes, and tools in medical robotics, IoT-based applications, edge computing, and artificial intelligence. With a specific focus on developing countries, this book catalyzes healthcare progress by showcasing the potential of medical robotics and intelligent healthcare technologies. It aims to empower researchers and practitioners to harness these state-of-the-art technologies to improve healthcare systems worldwide.

Binding Materials for Sustainable Construction

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Nakshatra Bahadur Singh + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Binding Materials for Sustainable Construction compiles extensive research on innovative and environmentally-friendly binders as alternatives to Portland cement for concrete and mortar production. This edition covers the latest advancements in concrete mixes made with geopolymers, bio-based materials, chemical and mineral admixtures, nanomaterials, and recycled waste. It also delves into the properties of these materials, testing methods, carbon footprint reduction, and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the construction industry. The book emphasizes the balance between cost and environmental sustainability, quality control, and safety measures.Contributions from global experts in academia, research, and industry showcase a diverse range of perspectives, underscoring the widespread interest in sustainable development.

Biomaterials for Advanced Drug and Therapeutics Delivery

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Mohd Cairul Iqbal Mohd Amin + 1 more
English
Paperback
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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.

Nuclear Wastewater Treatment by Adsorption Process

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Jianlong Wang
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Nuclear Wastewater Treatment by Adsorption Process provides a comprehensive introduction to nuclear waste treatment from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Sections explores research and development of adsorption processes in the field, illustrates various adsorbents and their applications for wastewater treatment, specifically for nuclear wastewater treatment, and provides guidance for the selection and use of the adsorption kinetics and isotherm models, as well as for future studies. Intended for students, researchers, and engineers working in nuclear waste treatment, adsorption/separation, water/wastewater treatment, and related industries, this book is sure to be a welcomed resource.

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