Climate engineering

Written by one of the leading active researchers into climate engineering this textbook will educate those interested in climate engineering. Written in an unbiased manner and provides a detailed description of the various technologies being discussed that might be deployed to ameliorate or rever...

Neurological disorders and imaging physics, volume 3

This volume covers the state-of-the-art topics that investigate two significant neurological disorders, autism apectrum disorder (ASD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD), from the theoretical perspective and also focuses on the practical aspects. The materials are presented in a way that can be benefic...

Organ printing (second edition)

3D bioprinted organs are becoming a reality for patients and caregivers, and are a promising part of the future of personalized and regenerative medicine, with this innovative technology expected to revolutionize the biomedicine and healthcare industry. This revised and updated second edition pro...

Visible light communications (second edition)

The book explores the innovative application of Visible Light Communication (VLC) in enhancing autonomous vehicles and intelligent transportation systems, emphasizing the integration of AI and Machine Learning to improve communication and safety in vehicular networks. It dissects the architecture...

Women in physics

Women physicists have few peers or limited mentoring. Until now there has not been a book to give women advice on how to succeed in physics as a career and achieve a happy and balanced life. Including a broad range of issues that confidence building but will cover a broad range of topics both per...

Composite interfaces in mechanical design

Composite Interfaces in Mechanical Design provides fundamental details on the science and engineering of interfaces in fibre reinforced polymer composites. The book takes a broad approach to understanding the role of the interface on the mechanical performance of composite materials by considerin...

Artificial intelligence and spectroscopic techniques for gemology applications

This volume highlights the applications of different spectroscopic techniques in gems identification and analysis.

Detection systems in lung cancer and imaging, volume 2

The ringed planet: cassini’s voyage of discovery of saturn (third edition)

The Ringed Planet discusses the major scientific discoveries about Saturn, its moons, and its rings, together with a behind-the-scenes look at the Cassini mission. The newly discovered rings around small bodies in the outer solar system and the ring systems of the other giant planets are explored...

Lithium-ion and lithium-sulfur batteries

This research text covers the fundamentals, working mechanisms, electrode materials, challenges, and opportunities for energy storage devices of Lithium-ion and Lithium-sulfur battery technology. The book presents the features, advantages, disadvantages, and efforts made to enhance the performanc...

Introduction to pharmaceutical biotechnology, volume 2 (second edition)

This book explores the fundamental role of biotransformation and enzymes in advancing sustainable biotechnological solutions, bridging theoretical concepts with practical applications in environmental management, pharmaceuticals, and industry.

Effective science communication (second edition)

From preparing funding applications and publishing scientific papers, to presenting at conferences and engaging with different publics, Effective Science Communication will help you to get the most out of your research. This second edition brings the text up to date and includes additional materi...

Exocytosis: from molecules to cells

This book will provide research students and professionals with a broad understanding for the historical pursuits and contemporary advances that have shaped current conceptions of exocytosis.

Bionanomaterials for environmental and agricultural applications

Providing an extensive review of the latest research, this book explores the prospects and limitations of using bionanomaterials in a range of environmental and agricultural applications. It is an invaluable reference for scientists, researchers and academics working in the fields of biomaterials...

Big science in the 21st century

The essays in this book debate the nature and extent of the societal impacts of Big Science and the mechanisms that generate such effects, as well as highlight the complex realities that can be used as guidelines to fund Big Science facilities, and how we can maximise their impact.

Stigmatic optics (second edition)

Stigmatism refers to the image-formation property of an optical system which focuses a single point source in object space into a single point in image space. Two such points are called a stigmatic pair of the optical system.

Ultrafast lasers and optics for experimentalists (second edition)

This book is an accessible introduction to the world of ultrafast lasers and optics, explaining key principles and practical use cases.

An introduction to photonics and laser physics with applications

The book presents the basic theory of lasers for a beginner and their applications in interdisciplinary field of science and technology.

Wearable communication systems and antennas (second edition)

The book presents efficient wearable systems, compact sensors and antennas for Communication and Healthcare Systems. The book presents new designs in the area of wearable systems and antennas, metamaterial antennas, fractal antennas and active receiving and transmitting antennas for communication...

Key methods and concepts in condensed matter physics

This book aims to present a concise introduction, for graduate students and researchers, to powerful techniques and important concepts in Condensed Matter Physics. Key conceptual elements include the fluctuation-dissipation theorem, the theory of critical phenomena (both classical and quantum) an...

Nanomagnetism

This book aims to bring together the current state of the art in the topical area of nanomagnetism to create an accessible integrated synthesis of our current understanding of the functional magnetisation processes in nanomagnetic systems.

Gamma-ray bursts

Gamma-ray bursts cover various areas of astronomy and interest in them reaches a wide range of fields. The science behind them is rapidly moving and this book examines the knowledge that we now have as well as the questions that are continually being raised. Predominantly aimed at PhD students an...

Mechanophotonics for organic photonic integrated circuits

Mechanophotonics emerges as a cutting-edge interdisciplinary research discipline, seamlessly intertwining mechanical micromanipulation with the nanophotonics of molecular optical microcrystals.

Optical trapping and manipulation of new materials

This book intends to describe and review the extension of optical trapping and manipulation approaches to new materials beyond the classical dielectric beads.

Diabetes systems biology

Diabetes Systems Biology provides a detailed overview of the mathematical modelling techniques and quantitative tools used to analyse the dynamics of pancreatic islets and beta cells during health and disease.

Blockchain in the industrial internet of things

Blockchain and the Internet of Things are separately regarded as highly capable popular technologies. Combining these gives Blockchain for the Industrial Internet of Things, which overcomes the security issues associated with the IOT and can further the development of Industry 4.0.

Flow measurement by electromagnetic induction

This book describes basic principles of electromagnetic induction measurements and consolidates the outcomes of recent research. It encompasses pipeline electromagnetic flow meters, electromagnetic flow meters, multiphase flow electromagnetic flowmeters and flow field of electromagnetic induction...

Crystalline solid state physics

This book covers the standard scope of a basic condensed matter course with two unique features to aid students: 1) explicit calculational details are provided and; 2) animations are interspersed throughout the book to aid the visualization of more abstract concepts.

Strongly interacting quantum systems, volume 2

The nasa kepler mission

This book covers the numerous, paradigm changing scientific discoveries in exoplanets and other areas of astrophysics made possible by the NASA Kepler and K2 Missions. It is suitable for the interested layperson, pupils of science and space missions, and advanced science students and researchers.

A practical handbook on measurement uncertainty

The purpose of this book is to give insight, conceptual clarity as well as practical guidance related to evaluation of measurement uncertainty.

String theory and the real world (second edition)

This book provides an enthusiastic view of how compactified string/M-theories, plus data that may be reachable, have the possibility of leading to a comprehensive underlying theory describing our physical world, particle physics and cosmology, gravity and quantum theory, perhaps soon.

Practical terahertz electronics: devices and applications, volume 2

This research and reference text provides a comprehensive and authoritative survey of the state-of-the-art in terahertz electronics research. Volume two focuses on optical devices and their applications. Intended for researchers and professionals in the field, the text is an essential reference f...

A brief introduction to topology and differential geometry in condensed matter physics (second edition)

This book provides a self-consistent introduction to the mathematical ideas and methods from topology and differential geometry that are relevant to the student of condensed matter physics. This expanded second edition includes eight new chapters, describing a range of condensed physical phenomen...

An introduction to the physics of nuclei and particles (second edition)

This textbook provides an up-to-date introduction to nuclear and particle physics and is aimed at upper-level undergraduate students with a basic knowledge of quantum mechanics.

Printed and flexible sensor technology

This book reviews and showcases the design, fabrication and implementation of printed and flexible sensors and their range of applications in biomedical, industrial, and environmental settings.

An introduction to quantum optics

This book introduces the quantum statistical methods used in quantum physics and is an essential guide for any student beginning their studies in quantum physics.

Electrochemical interfaces for the detection of agricultural pollutants

This reference text provides a comprehensive overview of the various voltammetric methods employed in the development of electrochemical interfaces as sensors for the detection of agricultural pollutants.

Tof lidar for autonomous driving

The book aims to provide fundamental knowledge of automotive LiDAR for graduate students, engineers, and early-stage researchers, including semiconductor optoelectronic devices, scanners, essential circuits, and global players.

Liquid dielectrics in an inhomogeneous pulsed electric field

Liquid Dielectrics in an Inhomogeneous Pulsed Electric Field is intended for a broad audience, from students to engineers and scientists. Written by leading experts in the field, the book comprehensively describes the phenomena that occur in liquid dielectrics under the influence of inhomogeneous...

Resonant tunneling diode photonics devices and applications (second edition)

The book uses a combination of quantum theory, semiconductor physics, and nonlinear dynamics to explain how resonant tunneling diode-based photonic devices can contribute to the development of photonic and neuromorphic systems and implement hardware specifically designed for neural networks which...

Smart textiles and e-sensing technologies

This book is one of the first to approach sensing in smart textiles holistically from a materials science perspective and will be an important resource for students and researchers, providing a valuable perspective on the possibilities of fabric sensing.

The safe use of cryogenic technologies

Written by an experienced engineer and trainer in the field of cryogenic safety, this book examines the hazards involved in the use of cryogenic materials and the extensive regulations that apply. It is an essential guide for researchers and industry specialists operating in this discipline.

Quantum mechanics in the single photon laboratory

Developed from a series of laboratory class experiments designed and developed by the authors, this book provides an overview of fundamental experiments that can be used to practically demonstrate the underlying principles of quantum physics and quantum information science.

Extreme-temperature and harsh-environment electronics (second edition)

This second edition describes the various materials, devices, and technologies required to make electronics capable of operating in harsh conditions, such as exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, or radiation. Implantable medical electronics, vibration-tolerant electronics, space electronic...

Optical radiation and matter

Optical Radiation and Matter provides a deeper look at electricity and magnetism and the interaction of optical radiation with molecules and solid materials. It will complement any course on advanced electricity and magnetism, electro-optics, and radiation and matter.

Frontiers of artificial intelligence in medical imaging

This book is designed to consider the recent advancements in hospitals to diagnose various diseases accurately using AI-supported detection procedures. The book also includes several chapters on machine learning, convoluted neural networks, segmentation, and deep learning-assisted two-class and m...

Laser-assisted formation of metallic nanoparticles

Using laser-based techniques to fabricate metallic nanoparticles is an emerging area which is growing at a fast rate and has many applications, particularly in the energy field. This book will discuss laser-based techniques to fabricate metallic nanoparticles, including experimental and theoretic...

Physics of cancer: second edition, volume 1

This revised second edition is improved linguistically with multiple increases of the number of figures and the inclusion of several novel chapters such as actin filaments during matrix invasion, microtubuli during migration and matrix invasion, nuclear deformability during migration and matrix i...

Cognitive sensors, volume 1

Cognitive sensors and associated AI and algorithms are most important components of cognitive science research and studies. This book provides a critical review of the emerging themes of cognitive sensors, how it functions and its applications in a range of disciplines.

Ai-processor electronics

This book provides a comprehensive overview of electronics for AI processing units, from classical to quantum computing. It introduces AI, machine learning, and deep learning, and reviews digital computer electronics. It explains the CPU and von Neumann bottleneck, and describes parallel computin...

Bismuth-based materials for environmental remediation

The book deals with various aspects of environmental remediation using bismuth-based nanostructured materials, providing a concise overview of modern environmental remediation technology.

Orbital angular momentum states of light

This book provides an in-depth introduction to modelling of long-range propagation of orbital angular momentum modes as well as more general structured light beams through atmospheric turbulence. It is a stand-alone reference material and is well suited to graduate students and researchers in opt...

Metamaterial and frequency selective surface assisted antenna design

This book serves as a comprehensive resource on the application of metamaterial in different areas such as - wireless communications, microwave, terahertz and medical domains. It covers different aspects of metamaterial starting from theoretical concepts to hardware implementation.

Nuclear data

This book introduces nuclear data to the newcomer and provides a basic introduction to the role of nuclear data as the foundation of nuclear structure study. The approach builds on basic concepts: from gross properties of nuclei, through properties of quantum excited states, to simple model persp...

Rf-mems technology for high-performance passives

Commencing with a review of the characteristics of RF‑MEMS in relation to 5G, the book proceeds to develop practical insight concerning the design and development of RF‑MEMS including case studies of design concepts. Including multiphysics simulation and animated figures, the book will be essenti...

Composite materials (second edition)

The book starts with a novel unified approach to homogenization, and develops a general theory of microstructure-independent (exact) relations for composite materials that applies to most physical properties of interest, such as conductivity, elasticity, piezoelectricity, thermoelectricity etc. I...

Radio telescope instrumentation for teaching

The book will provide detailed descriptions of radio astronomy instrumentation projects that have fared well in the classroom and/or in student research experiences. The projects will be easily replicable or directly accessible to the larger community. The focus of the book will be on undergradua...

Triton and pluto

Pluto and Triton are icy twins of the outer Solar System, 'born' in the same region but 'raised' under very different circumstances. This book provides a comprehensive review of the similarities and differences between various features of Pluto and Triton for a big-picture view of how these plane...

Exofrontiers

This book is a compendium of key scientific questions, challenges, and opportunities across different areas of exoplanetary science. It provides a starting point for researchers, experts and non-experts alike, to obtain a quick overview of the forefront of exoplanetary science and a vision for th...

Spectroscopic techniques for archaeological and cultural heritage research

This book reviews the applications of various spectroscopic techniques and, in particular, electron spin resonance spectroscopy in evaluating the structure and composition of materials and their associated dating layers for archaeological and cultural heritage research. With contributions from an...

Materials technology for the energy and environmental nexus, volume 2

The ‘materials nexus’ represents the role or connection of materials in building the path for greener energy and sustainable environment. This two-volume set covers the state-of-the-art of materials technology for greener energy and sustainable environment, including current issues, anticipated d...

Barocaloric effects in the solid state

This reference text provides a comprehensive review of the fundamentals, materials and techniques currently exploited to uncover the physicochemistry concealed in the caloric response of materials under pressure, which is key to realising potential applications.

Perovskites

Perovskites represent one of the fastest emerging fields in the area of materials science and engineering. They offer a cost-effective and efficient alternative to conventional semiconducting materials and can be printed on various substrates using low-temperature, solution-based methods, making ...

An introduction to quantum optics (second edition)

This book is an introduction to open quantum systems, ones that have inputs and outputs. It explores the basic techniques and more recent ones, exploring the limits of quantum noise in measurement and communications.

Visible light

This book offers an overview of the state-of-the-art of visible light communication (VLC) systems across emerging areas of increasing importance within the field. It is an excellent guide for new researchers entering the VLC field.

Carbon dots

This research text presents the latest research on carbon dots and their applications in the biomedical field, including therapeutics, bio-imaging and diagnosis. The book is a valuable reference text for researchers, postgraduates and industry practitioners in the fields of biotechnology, nanotec...

Imaging modalities for biological and preclinical research: a compendium, volume 1

This compendium is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of currently available biological and preclinical imaging methods, including their benefits and limitations. Volume 1 covers ex-vivo imaging techniques.

Lithium niobate-based heterostructures

With the use of ferroelectric materials in memory devices and the need for high-speed integrated optics devices, interest in ferroelectric thin films continues to grow. With their remarkable properties, such as energy nonvolatility, fast switching, radiative stability and unique optoacoustic and ...

Lens design

Lens Design: Automatic and quasi-autonomous computational methods and techniques is the first book that interactively describes the newest lens design tools. Detailing design methods for a variety of lens forms, this book shows that fixed focus and zoom lenses can be optimized, and it will help e...

Visible light communications

A must-read for researchers, graduate students and industry professionals who work in the VLC field, this book investigates the suitability of VLC for vehicular communications from a fundamental wireless communication standpoint. Mathematically accurate channel models are developed, and advanced ...

A modern course in quantum field theory, volume 1

A Modern Course in Quantum Field Theory provides a self-contained pedagogical and constructive presentation of quantum field theory. Written for advanced students, the work provides complete material for a two or three semester course and includes numerous problem exercises, some with detailed so...

Accreting white dwarfs

This book describes the accretion process onto white dwarf stars across a broad range of astrophysical settings from the accretion of tidally disrupted bodies in exoplanetary systems to cataclysmic variables, the classical nova explosions, and Type Ia supernova explosions triggered by accretion o...

Practical radiobiology for proton therapy planning

This book covers the principles, advantages and potential pitfalls that occur in proton therapy, especially its radiobiological modelling applications. It is intended to educate, inform and stimulate further research questions by blending the relevant physics, biology and medical aspects of this ...

Climate change for astronomers

Astronomers are in a unique position to help people understand the danger of climate change and what we can do about it. This book is intended to help astronomers to be better educators and communicators about the causes and consequences of climate change, as well as better advocates for solutions.

High-temperature electrolysis

This reference text provides a detailed guide to high-temperature electrolysis, including the fundamental and materials aspects of solid oxide and protonic ceramic electrolysis cells, considerations at stack and system levels, recent developments, and important combinations of high-temperature el...

Artificial intelligence in cancer diagnosis and prognosis, volume 3

This book focuses on major trends and challenges in the area of diagnosing lung and kidney cancer using artificial intelligence tools. It presents work aimed to identify new techniques and their use in biomedical analysis.

Bioenergy for power generation, transportation and climate change mitigation

This book is a reference text for graduate researchers, climate scientists, academics and policy-makers. It describes the science, technology and policy behind the production and use of bioenergy for power generation and transportation.

Statistical mechanics: problems with solutions

Statistical Mechanics: Problems with solutions contains detailed model solutions to the exercise problems formulated in the companion Lecture notes volume. In many cases, the solutions include result discussions that enhance the lecture material. For readers' convenience, the problem assignments ...

Gas-phase chemistry in space

Gas-Phase Chemistry in Space is written by a collection of experts in the field of astrochemistry. The book introduces essential concepts that govern the formation, excitation and destruction of molecules at postgraduate and research levels. A broad range of topics are covered; from early univers...

Smart surface design for efficient ice protection and control

This book consolidates information on modeling, coating, material preparation, characterization, fabrication, and applications of anti-icing surfaces. It offers a comprehensive understanding of icephobic coating strategies and their industrial applications. Divided into two parts, it covers icing...

Model-based approaches in biomedical engineering

This practical guide explores the application of modelling in biomedical engineering and healthcare. The book uses a careful selection of topics that showcase the role of computational modelling in biomedical engineering.

Special functions in physics and engineering

A comprehensive-student-friendly and self-contained structured graduate and undergraduate level textbook aimed at stimulating students' interests and curiosity on special functions.

Advances in drug delivery systems for healthcare

New delivery technologies, green chemistry, computational intelligence, simulation know-how and Internet of Things have risen substantially within the healthcare domain over the past two decades. This reference text collects, analyses, and brings together the latest developments in drug delivery ...

Understanding stellar evolution

Understanding Stellar Evolution is based on a series of graduate-level courses taught at the University of Washington since 2004. It describes the structure and evolution of stars, with emphasis on the basic physical principles and the interplay between the different processes inside stars. Based...

Analysis of turbulence in fusion plasmas

Fusion plasmas are extreme, strongly driven systems, far from thermodynamic equilibrium, in which turbulence plays a major role. This book presents and illustrates the use of a number of advanced analysis tools needed to characterize turbulence in this complex regime, thus achieving a deeper unde...

Practical analog, digital, and embedded electronics for scientists

This book provides an integrated lecture and laboratory course in electronics for science students. It is an integrated textbook and laboratory manual on analog, digital, and embedded electronics for science students with emphasis on understanding how to use the various circuit elements in a prac...

Dynamical properties in nanostructured and low-dimensional materials (second edition)

This edition focusses on changes that relate to magnetic excitations, mixed (or hybrid) excitations, and nonlinear excitations. Most studies of these artificially engineered materials have been driven by their potential for device applications that involve smaller and smaller physical dimensions.

Silicon photonics

This book is a concise introduction to the fundamental theories of integrated optics that focuses on modern silicon photonic technology. It offers analytical mathematical treatments and practical guidelines for the design of silicon–photonic circuits including examples to further emphasize the ma...

Elementary fourier optics for science and engineering students

This book is a self-contained introduction to Fourier optics for STEM students, covering fundamentals to advanced applications (including holography and FFT) with built-in math and optics reviews, practical computational examples, and exercises.

Foundations of regenerative biology and medicine

Regenerative biology and medicine is a rapidly developing field that can revolutionize medicine. This book introduces the essentials of regenerative biology and medicine to advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students, as well as students and professionals outside the field who need (a...

A concise introduction to quantum mechanics (second edition)

This extended and updated second edition course text presents a logical and concise introduction to the basic concepts, applications, and physical meaning of quantum mechanics. Numerous applications of wave mechanics and Dirac notation are provided, including angular momentum, perturbation theory...

Experimental particle physics

Experimental Particle Physics is written for advanced undergraduate or beginning postgraduate students starting data analysis in experimental particle physics at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN. Assuming only a basic knowledge of quantum mechanics and special relativity, the text reviews ...

Gravity, magnetic and electromagnetic gradiometry (second edition)

Gradiometry is concerned with the extraction of useful information from the spatial variation of the gravity, magnetic and electric fields, The author provides readers with a comprehensive and up to date overview of the history, applications, and current developments in relation to some of the mo...

Foundations of quantum cosmology

This is the first book to lay the physical foundations of quantum cosmology, complete with an introduction to space–time physics, quantum theory, and the main approaches to quantum gravity. It is an essential guide for researchers in quantum gravity and astrophysicists interested in fundamental a...