Energetics science and technology

This text provides an interdisciplinary view of energetics technology and introduces connected topics within the field. It presents a coherent overview of energetic materials technology to show the interdependences and the possibility of greater interaction.

Magnetic nanomaterials

This book explores various methods of synthesis and characterization, as well as the diverse applications of MNPs, with a primary focus on cancer theranostics.

The physics of emergence (second edition)

This book explores whether physics points to a reductive or an emergent structure of the world and proposes a physics-motivated conception of emergence that leaves behind many of the problematic intuitions shaping the philosophical conceptions. It would be suitable for physicists, scientists, und...

Modeling and simulating cardiac electrical activity

This book provides a thorough introduction to the topic of mathematical modeling of electrical activity in the heart, from molecular details of ionic channel dynamics to clinically derived patient-specific models.

Optical sensors

This comprehensive introductory book on optical sensors provides an overview of essential principles used in optics. Its primary aim is to support students and professionals in developing a practical understanding, accomplished through a dedicated lab section that facilitates hands-on experience ...

The doppler method for the detection of exoplanets

This text provides a deep understanding of the Doppler method, including how to achieve RV measurement precision, as well as the challenges, limitations, and potential of the technique. It's an essential reference for researchers and graduate students in the field of exoplanets, and additionally ...

Two-dimensional valleytronic materials

The book Valleytronics in Two-Dimensional Materials aims to give an overview of the recent developments achieved in Valleytronics based on various 2D materials. This book will describe in detail recent developments of valleytronics in 2D materials since its emergence in 2007. After some experimen...

Systems for printed flexible sensors

Flexible devices are gradually emerging as an alternative viable low-cost user-friendly technology for wearable health care services in different fields. This book provides readers with a single platform to develop a system using flexible sensors integrating with interfacing/signal conditioning, ...

Blockchain-based peer-to-peer transactions in energy systems

Blockchain-based Peer-to-Peer Transactions in Energy Systems begins with an introduction to blockchain technology, which covers cryptographic hashing, Merkle trees, types of blockchain and common consensus mechanisms. It discusses selected real-world blockchains and their real-world applications....

Ai and ethics

This book examines some of the deep issues that have become very relevant due to the increasing use of AI in recent times. The book is geared toward increasing awareness of the immediate moral and legal repercussions of the presence and possibly dominance of AI in our society.

A modern course in quantum field theory, volume 1 (second edition)

This book provides a self-contained pedagogical and constructive presentation of quantum field theory. It contains a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental topics of quantum field theory and includes numerous exercises, some with detailed solutions. Readers of this text will be well prepar...

Renewables (second edition)

This comprehensive review provides a detailed insight into renewable energy options, their current state of development and how they can provide an environmentally sustainable energy future. This second edition is extensively revised and includes the latest advances in the field.

Multifunctional bio-based lubricants

There is a critical need for engineers to move away from using conventional petroleum-based oils and lubricants in mechanical systems due to their environmental impact. With sustainability as a key focus, this refence text raises awareness of the need to develop bio-based lubricants.

The everyday physics of hearing and vision (second edition)

This non-technical book examines the everyday physics behind hearing and vision to help readers understand more about themselves and their physical environment. New topics in the second edition include hearing and vision aids, electron microscopy, the third eye (pineal body), vision and hearing g...

Introduction to nonlinear optics of photonic crystals and metamaterials (second edition)

Introduction to Nonlinear Optics of Photonic Crystals and Metamaterials, Second Edition presents concise examples illustrating some of the basic principles of nanophotonics, embedding a discussion of current and future device applications in a theoretical account of the non-linear behaviour of li...

An introduction to the physics of nuclear medicine (second edition)

This book gives an introduction to the physics of nuclear medicine including the principles of radiation detection physics, methods used in radionuclide therapy and techniques to produce images for diagnosis and intraoperative monitoring.

Electromagnetism and special methods for electric circuits analysis

This textbook presents the second part of the Electricity and Magnetism (E&M) course, focusing onto classical electrodynamics, a branch of theoretical physics studying phenomena related to moving electric charges and the interactions between electromagnetic field and electric charges.

Optical cryptosystems

Optical Cryptosystems introduces the subject of optical cryptography and provides up-to-date coverage of optical security schemes. Optical principles, approaches, and algorithms are discussed as well as applications, including image/data encryption–decryption, watermarking, image/data hiding, and...

Research collaboration

A practical approach to support researchers in their collaborations. Demonstrates the potential of collaboration, drawing on real-world experience of facilitating and advising collaborations ‘in the wild’. Provides tools and approaches that will help readers develop the skills and behaviours that...

Simulation of complex systems

Ultra-BriefThis book provides the most fundamental and essential techniques to simulate complex systems, from the dynamics of molecules to the spreading of diseases, from optimization using ant colonies to the simulation of the Game of Life.

Neuromorphic circuits

This book covers a constructive approach to modeling analog neuromorphic circuits with CMOS and nano transistors, focusing on the BioRC project at the University of Southern California.

Supersymmetric methods in quantum, statistical and solid state physics

Building on the earlier edition, this updated work now encapsulates the substantial developments that have been made in supersymmetric quantum mechanics in recent years. Aimed at graduate students and scientists, it provides a thorough review of supersymmetric quantum mechanics and now also inclu...

The brain–bladder axis in tissue growth and remodelling

This book will inspire the reader to develop and apply a unique holistic approach to solving complex biomedical problems in the area of growth and remodeling of the urinary bladder through the applications of modern methods of computational biology.

Advances in physics of rydberg atoms and molecules

This book covers recent analytical advances in the study of Rydberg atoms and molecules. It presents classical descriptions of electron trajectories in Rydberg atoms, offering a deep physical insight into their dynamics. It surveys shifts and shapes of the corresponding spectral lines. It is idea...

Statistical physics of condensed matter systems

This course text provides an introduction of classical (Boltzmann) and quantum (Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein) statistics with application to condensed matter systems.

Tearing mode dynamics in tokamak plasmas

This comprehensive research and reference text aims to outline a realistic, comprehensive, self-consistent, analytic theory of tearing mode dynamics in tokamak plasmas.

An astronomical inclusion revolution

This book responds to the critical need for astronomers to understand, operationalize, and assess the efficacy of DEI efforts on research collaboration. It explores the historical context, present landscape, and best inclusion strategies that all astronomers should know, and is intended to benefi...

Lens design (second edition)

This second edition of Lens Design: Automatic and quasi-autonomous computational methods and techniques shows how these new tools can design systems in minutes that would have required weeks or months of labor using older methods. No practising lens designer’s toolkit is complete without the up-t...

Essentials of nucleosynthesis and theoretical nuclear astrophysics

Essentials of Nucleosynthesis and Theoretical Nuclear Astrophysics provides a concise summary of the most important concepts and equations related to nucleosynthesis and theoretical nuclear astrophysics and is a suitable basis for a graduate course on these topics.

Predictive analytics in healthcare, volume 2

This book highlights the current and future applications of AI and its cutting-edge advancements, such as generative AI, in medical education, integrative medicine, precision medicine, and men's health. It also has a detailed chapter on academic entrepreneurship to inspire the next wave of academ...

Higher-spin field theory

Quantum computing

In this essential resource for students and active researchers, readers are introduced to quantum computing and quantum logic, fault tolerant quantum computing and quantum dot cellular automata.

Principles of statistical physics and numerical modeling

This unique text introduces classical statistical mechanics using molecular dynamic simulations to teach and explore the subject. Illustrated with numerous figures and animations, the book will be useful for students and professionals wishing to receive a contemporary understanding of statistical...

Analytical advances in quantum and celestial mechanics

This book is primarily devoted to recent advances in applying the approximate analytical method of the separation of rapid and slow subsystems to other quantum realms. These results are practically important in the quest for achieving controlled nuclear fusion on Earth, as well as expanding pract...

Materials technology for the energy and environmental nexus, volume 1

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...

Algorithms for noise reduction in signals

Statistics and convolutional analysis for noise reduction in periodic signals. Practical applications to recovering the amplitude, frequency, and phase information in environments with high noise density.

Interstellar flow and star formation

An insightful discussion of the basic physics underlying interstellar cloud formation and evolution, going beyond traditional but incomplete or unrealistic applications and emphasizing the continuum nature of the interstellar medium, followed by a unified account of the life cycle of interstellar...

Theoretical tools for spin models in magnetic systems

This book is dedicated to the study of theoretical tools in spin models in magnetism. It presents the basic tools to treat spin models in magnetic systems such as: spin waves, Schwinger bosons formalism, Self-consistent harmonic approximation, Kubo theory, Perturbation theory using Green’s functi...

Computational anatomical animal models

This book provides a review of the history and technologies in the development of computational small animal models, with a focus on their application in preclinical imaging, radiation therapy and dosimetry calculations. It provides an overview of model design of computational models, identificat...

Collective light emission

This book looks at recent developments and the future of collective light emissions for many quantum emitters. It includes new perspectives and research directions for this renewing subject, and will be a valuable resource for researchers, scientists and graduate students in quantum optics.

Measuring time

This book concerns precise measurements and their inherent uncertainty, with an emphasis on time and frequency measurement. Improvements in the accurate measurement of time and frequency play a pivotal role in the development of modern science and our questioning of the fundamentals of our universe.

Emerging laser technologies for high-power and ultrafast science

Emerging Laser Technologies for High-Power and Ultrafast Science includes chapters from leading experts devoted to the most recent achievements in the field. This book will serve as an important reference for students, researchers, scientists, and engineers interested in the development of next g...

Nuclear and particle physics with cosmology, volume 2

The topics of nuclear physics, particle physics and cosmology are closely connected. As the second volume of a two-volume set, this book covers particle physics and cosmology. Chapters exploring particle physics describe the standard model of particle physics and deal with the classification of t...

Artificial intelligence in radiation therapy

This textbook covers a basis of mathematical algorithm in artificial intelligence and clinical adaptation and contribution of AI in radiotherapy. More experienced practitioners and researchers and members of medical physics communities, such as AAPM, ASTRO, and ESTRO, would find this book extreme...

Classical mechanics

Classical Mechanics: A professor–student collaboration is a textbook tailored for undergraduate physics students embarking on a first-year module in Newtonian mechanics. This book is a collaboration between Mario Campanelli and students that attended his course in classical mechanics at Universit...

Emerging photovoltaic technologies

This accessible book explores how market forces expose opportunities for new solar technologies. The authors explain how two emerging thin-film PV technologies – metal halide perovskites and colloidal quantum dots – can benefit from rapid scalability, reduced manufacturing and installation costs,...

Electronic tongues

This book provides the reader with the history, fundamentals and theoretical aspects of electronic tongues and their applications. Includes theoretical aspects of detection techniques and applications highlights novel nanomaterials and nanotechnology strategies and features in computational metho...

Advances in image and data processing using vlsi design, volume 2

This book provides the frame of design, modeling concepts, and application of Image Processing based systems using VLSI design techniques. This volume focuses on biomedical applications such as cancer detection, ECG, EEG measurements, medical imaging-based healthcare systems and more, helping the...

Essential semiconductor laser device physics (second edition)

This book describes all the key aspects of semiconductor laser device physics and principles of laser operation. It is an accessible, concise description of semiconductor laser device physics and its practical applications.

Biopolymer networks

This reference text provides a comprehensive overview of biopolymer networks written for an interdisciplinary audience of researchers in physics, biophysics, cell biology, materials science, engineering, and chemistry.

Galaxy morphology

This book reviews all the different ways astronomy has quantified the appearance of galaxies; their morphology and how it changes with wavelength, and how it evolves. It is aimed at the graduate student level for researchers in need to a review of galaxy morphology techniques.

Spectroscopic techniques for cancer diagnostics

This book presents recent advances in spectral analysis techniques for biological applications, with a strong emphasis on cancer detection, including microparticle detection in blood and urine. While metastatic cancer remains incurable, early diagnosis and appropriate treatment significantly enha...

Energy harvesting properties of electrospun nanofibers (second edition)

This book provides a comprehensive summary of the latest research advances in the mechanical-to-electrical energy conversion properties and applications of electrospun nanofibers.

Nuclear and particle physics with cosmology, volume 1

As the first volume of a two-volume set, this book covers nuclear physics and can be treated as a complete course on the subject. The majority of topics in undergraduate and postgraduate courses on nuclear physics are covered, such as radioactivity, nuclear models, nuclear reaction, nuclear fissi...

An introduction to brown dwarfs

This book provides an introduction to brown dwarfs aimed at advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students, supplementing stellar astrophysics or (exo)planetary science classes. It emphasises key theoretical ideas, including brown dwarf concepts, atmospheres, formation, initial mass func...

Modelling and analysis of active biopotential signals in healthcare, volume 2

This book describes the sources and characteristics of different biopotential signals and provides an understanding of how a range of signals can be modelled and analysed for a number of applications. It is a valuable guide for all researchers and practitioners who are engaged in studies and rese...

Light scattering and absorption by particles

This book provides a thorough overview of how particles of any size or shape scatter light and introduces the Q-space analysis of light scattering for researchers in physics and related applied sciences.

A practical course on quantum monte carlo

This book showcases that Quantum Monte Carlo isn't just a numerical tool—it's an expedition that reveals the hidden facets of the quantum world. It’s an ideal text for researchers and readers who want to see how statistical and quantum physics work in numerical applications.

Semiconductor integrated optics for switching light (second edition)

Semiconductor Integrated Optics for Switching Light, Second Edition provides concise description of the physics and engineering of semiconductor optical waveguides for photonic and electronic switching with a focus on optical communication applications. It provides Python notebooks that illustrat...

Lithium niobate-based heterostructures

This book explores the fundamental principles of fabricating LiNbO₃-based heterostructures, delving into their properties and the electron phenomena that drive their effective application in a range of devices.

Nano biosensors for non-invasive diagnosis of cancer

This book includes the most up-to-date point-of-care cancer detection technologies and processes, which are based on biomedical sensors, microfluidics, and integrated systems engineering. This book is an ideal resource for researchers in the fields of nanotechnology, nanobiotechnology, and medica...

Airborne radioactive discharges and human and environmental health effects (second edition)

This book is an essential introduction to those looking to enter the safety or environmental fields associated with new nuclear. Topics covered include the basic principles of radiation protection, aerosol physics and the impacts of radioactive discharges to both humans and the environment (flora...

Common envelope evolution

This book explains the physics of common envelope evolution and relates it to the approximations that are frequently used for modeling the onset, progression, and outcome of common envelope phases.

Electromagnetic waves and lasers (second edition)

This book reviews electromagnetic wave theory with a special emphasis on lasers and how to use them in optical systems. It offers readers a quick overview to gain a competent general understanding of electromagnetic waves and lasers, and how to use lasers in optical systems.

Characterisation methods in solid state and materials science

An excellent resource for students studying solid state science, as well as researchers and industry specialists, this book provides a deeper understanding of the benefits, drawbacks and overlap within different characterisation techniques, and it bridges the gap between theory and implementation...

Nonequilibrium statistical mechanics

This book explains nonequilibrium statistical physics from the fundamentals to the most recent topics. It covers Brownian motion and Langevin equations, kinetic theory from gases to granular and active matter, it discusses how to model stochastic processes from data, it treats general subjects su...

Conceptual approach to quantum electrodynamics and applications

In particle physics, quantum electrodynamics (QED) is a relativistic quantum field theory of electrodynamics. It essentially describes how light and matter interact and is the first theory to achieve full agreement between quantum mechanics and special relativity. This book will develop a concept...

Assessment in university physics education

This book explores issues regarding student assessment in university-level physics education. With a firm emphasis on practical experience and numerous examples of current assessments, the book serves as a guide to academics new to assessment, as a refresher to more experienced academics who wish...

Hubble deep field and the distant universe

Hubble Deep Field and the Distant Universe describes this watershed event in the history of astronomy. Aimed at an audience including amateur astronomers, science historians, researchers, Hubble Space Telescope aficionados and students interested in science, this book recounts the development of ...

Energy from nuclear fusion

Building on a scientifically-grounded account of the physics, Prof. Dunlap’s book explores a range of issues relevant to nuclear fusion and its role in solving the energy problem. Energy from Nuclear Fusion bridges the gap between descriptive texts and those intended for specialists, providing an...

Explicit symmetry breaking in electrodynamic systems and electromagnetic radiation (second edition)

This second edition expands on the introduction to the concept of symmetries in electromagnetism and explicit symmetry breaking. It addresses some of the recent developments in the field of radiation from magneto-electric materials and ferroelectric materials and correlate them to the nature of s...

Creativity for scientists and engineers

Filled with examples of creativity in science and engineering, and including a contributed chapter in which 13 contemporary scientists and engineers tell their own stories, this book is a practical ‘how to’ guide on how to have good ideas on demand, how to judge between good ideas and bad ones, a...

Emerging trends in artificial intelligence

This book is specifically tailored for researchers in AI who are eager to delve into the latest developments and explore the integration of theoretical concepts with practical applications. Embark on a transformative journey through the latest advancements in AI and gain a comprehensive understan...

Advances in modelling and analysis of functionally graded micro- and nanostructures

This book brings together the latest research and developments in the area of bending, buckling and vibration analysis of functionally graded nano and microstructures. It is essential material for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in mechanical & civil engineering, applied mat...

Flexible electronics, volume 3

This volume focuses on energy devices such as supercapacitors, batteries, energy harvesters, solar cells, and the applications of flexible electronics in displays and light-emission devices, CNT field emitters, sensors, memories, antennas and RFID tags.

Spatially fractionated, microbeam and flash radiation therapy

As an essential text for physicists, radiation oncologists and researchers, this textbook comprehensively addresses the physics of novel heterogeneous radiation approaches, in the context of clinical application and biology. Spatially Fractionated Radiation Therapy technologies and techniques, pl...

Advanced digital imaging laboratory using matlab®, 2nd edition

Advanced Digital Imaging Laboratory Using MATLAB®, second edition, expands on the practical experience in digital imaging techniques covered by the first edition and includes formulation of the major theoretical results that underlie the exercises as well as introducing modern concepts and new te...

Adsorption applications for environmental sustainability

“Adsorption Applications for Environmental Sustainability” anticipates presenting the developments, utilization, and applications of adsorption of contaminants (such as heavy metals and dyes) using biosorbents for environmental sustainability and safety.

The physics of sound and music, volume 1

This first volume of ‘The Physics of Sound and Music: A complete course text’ is a textbook providing a complete resource to accompany undergraduate courses on the physics of sound and music. It contains all the material needed for a one semester, 14 week, four-credit hour-long course, and is sup...

Integrating computing into the undergraduate physics curriculum

This book explores how physics educators are integrating computational thinking into undergraduate courses. Featuring case studies, sample materials, and practical tools like simulations and code notebooks, it offers valuable insights for departments modernizing their teaching and for STEM educat...

Neurological disorders and imaging physics, volume 2

Multiple sclerosis is a demyelinating disease in which the insulating covers of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord are damaged. This damage disrupts the ability of parts of the nervous system to communicate, resulting in a range of signs and symptoms, including physical, mental, and sometim...

Chemical vapour deposition

This is the first book to cover CVD growth processes at the atomic level using a combination of theoretical and experimental tools, including density functional theory (DFT) calculations. By demonstrating the methodology behind the modelling and simulation of CVD growth processes, the text provid...

Algorithmic information theory for physicists and natural scientists

This book has been written in the hope that readers will be able to absorb the key ideas behind algorithmic information theory so that they are in a better position to access the mathematical developments and to apply the ideas to their own areas of interest.

Networks on networks (second edition)

Treating soil as a physical network allows a better understanding of the biological networks based in the soil as well as enhanced accuracy of the prediction of the water cycle, the carbon cycle, soil physical properties, and plant species richness. This improvement in prediction addresses one of...

Introduction to ray, wave, and beam optics with applications

This book introduces the fundamentals of optics, a field essential to both everyday life and advanced technologies, yet often overlooked in engineering education. Importantly, it includes chapters on complex light, as well as light-based applications. Designed for both students and industry profe...

Resistive switching systems for in-memory computation and artificial intelligence

This book provides a detailed review on neuromorphic system theory and its practical realization along with hardware-level implementations. This book will allow readers to understand the new fundamental concepts related to memristive systems and their ongoing and futuristic applications. In summa...

Handbook of exact solutions to the nonlinear schrödinger equations

This book collects all known solutions to the in one resource nonlinear Schrödinger equation. In addition, the book organizes the solutions by classifying and grouping them based on aspects and symmetries they possess. Accompanied by Mathematica notebooks containing all solutions, it also feature...

Computational methods using matlab®

This book provides an introduction to the computational methods commonly employed by physicists and engineers. The book discusses the details of the numerical algorithms involved and also provides MATLAB code for their implementation. The book is suitable for undergraduates in physics or engineer...

Simplified classical mechanics, volume 1 (second edition)

Simplified Classical Mechanics, Second Edition, Volume I: Foundations of Motion, explores the kinematics and dynamics of motion, with emphasis on Newton’s laws of motion.

The optics of blood

This handbook provides a comprehensive reference on how blood behaves as an optical medium and how its optical properties can be measured, interpreted, and applied in research, diagnosis, monitoring, and therapy. It is intended for readers who need a structured understanding of blood not only as ...

The possibility of earthquake forecasting

This book uses a holistic approach to address the problems of earthquake forecasting, demonstrating the earthquake preparation process as a complex system that relies on the interaction of different geospheres. The purpose of the book is to widen the understanding of the earthquake preparation pr...

Integrating nanorobotics with biophysics for cancer treatment

This book offers the most recent findings on employing nano/microrobots in biophysics for cancer treatment. Insightful analysis and commentary from the authors complement a comprehensive survey of recent advances and ground-breaking research in the field.