Blockchain with artificial intelligence for healthcare

This book reviews the technologies and benefits offered by AI and blockchain in particular, and the integration of both in modern biomedical research. The information technology and applications discussed in the book will be essential for anyone needing to understand how these technologies will f...

Atomic and molecular physics (second edition)

This second edition course text introduces the fundamental quantum physics of atoms and molecules. It is the first book in a series of three aiming to present a broad coverage of atomic, molecular, solid-state and statistical physics, and is well suited to accompany undergraduate courses in these...

Neurological disorders and imaging physics, volume 4

This book focuses on major trends and challenges in the area of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and presents work aimed to identify new techniques and their use in biomedical analysis.

Experimental astrophysics

This book gives advanced undergraduate students a description of the most popular techniques and instrumentation employed in modern astrophysics, focusing on electromagnetic radiation and its detection spanning from radio- to X-ray wavelengths.

Phase space crystals

This book aims to develop a general framework of condensed matter theory in phase space, instead of configuration space, of a dynamical system. The book covers topics ranging from dynamical systems, Floquet theory, topological physics to quantum many-body physics and time crystals.

Time domain electromagnetics

This book, aimed at researchers, practitioners and advanced students will bring the concepts of time and frequency domain reflectometry together, helping the reader develop a detailed understanding not only of each method, but of the relationships between them, and how they can each be used to th...

Energy density functional methods for atomic nuclei

Energy Density Functional Methods for Atomic Nuclei provides a thorough and updated presentation of energy density functional (EDF) techniques in atomic nuclei. Incorporating detailed derivations, practical approaches, examples and figures, a coherent narrative of topics that have hitherto rarely...

Liquid dielectrics in an inhomogeneous pulsed electric field (second edition)

Written by leading experts in the field, this book comprehensively describes the phenomena that occur in liquid dielectrics under the influence of inhomogeneous pulsed electric fields. This second edition also addresses the development of the theory over the past few years and features extensive ...

The jaynes–cummings model and its descendants

This comprehensive review conveys the fundamental generality of the Jaynes–Cummings Model’s (JCM) formalism, looking at a wide range of applications in specific physical systems and across disciplines including atomic physics, quantum optics, solid-state physics and quantum information sciences. ...

Turbulence and instabilities in magnetised plasmas, volume 2

This book is the second of a two-volume set, providing a comprehensive fundamental introduction to gyrokinetic theory and gyrofluid turbulence.

Solitons in crystalline processes

Solitons in Crystalline Processes is an introduction to the statistical thermodynamics of phase transitions in crystallized solids. This book is written as an introductory treatise with respect to the soliton concept, from structural transitions where the crystal symmetry changes, to magnets and ...

Quantum mechanics for nuclear structure, volume 2

Quantum Mechanics for Nuclear Structure, Volume two follows on from its predecessor by examining topics essential for understanding the many-body formulation. The algebraic structure of quantum theory is emphasised throughout as an essential aspect of the mathematical formulation of many-body qua...

Ultrasound-mediated imaging of soft materials

Ultrasound-mediated imaging in scattering media has deep roots in condensed matter physics. This book explores these roots and provides a comprehensive review of imaging with light and ultrasound, focusing mainly on recovery of mechanical contrasts. It is suitable reference material for graduate ...

Philosophy of physics

This book outlines three different approaches to philosophy of physics, and highlights their differences by showing how they engage specific topics and issues, including method, discovery, and theory.

An introduction to ultracold atoms with analytical and numerical methods

This graduate level textbook provides a numerical and analytical perspective of the Bose Einstein Condensates, starting the most basic level. The authors will trace the origin of BECs from scratch (in almost a layman’s perspective). They will then sketch the algorithmic approach needed to generat...

Trends in maritime autonomous surface ships (mass) technology

Autonomous or unmanned ships are a completely new subject, which is also an important technology of next generation in maritime industry. It is still under development right now. Therefore, the contexts in this book have an historic importance.

Modern analytical electromagnetic homogenization with mathematica (second edition)

This book is an overview of state-of-the-art analytical homogenization formalisms used to estimate the effective electromagnetic properties of complex composite materials, providing many numerical examples along with their Mathematica codes.

Recent advances in graphene and graphene-based technologies

Hailed as the wonder material of the 21st century, graphene presents a range of possibilities in terms of its technological and industrial uses. This reference text provides the latest comprehensive review of the recent advances in graphene-based research and technology.

Handbook of exact solutions to the nonlinear schrödinger equations (second edition)

This book aims to organise and centralise existing solutions of the nonlinear Schrödinger equation (NLSE). This expanded second edition contains new solutions published or derived since the first edition. Noting the increasing interest in and applications of the fractional nonlinear Schrödinger e...

Backscattering sources, volume 1

Aimed at those entering the field for the first time, this first volume provides a background in classical electromagnetism and relativity to facilitate the understanding of Thomson and Compton backscattering phenomena.

Impurity transport in magnetically confined plasmas

This reference text covers the diagnostics, experimental approach, and results of recent impurity transport studies in tokamak and helical plasmas. It also covers the impurity transport parallel to the magnetic field in the scrape-off layer (SOL) and the impact of magnetic topology on impurity tr...

Cloud computing in astronomy

Statistical mechanics: lecture notes

Statistical Mechanics: Lecture notes forms the basis for a one-semester course on thermodynamics and statistical mechanics with large attention given to fluctuations of various physical variables. To help develop the students toolkit, a brief introduction to physics kinetics is also included.

Analytical lens design

This book examines the problem of designing an on-axis stigmatic lens, a lens free of spherical aberration, using two postulates: the Fermat principle and Snell’s Law. It is a valuable resource for industrial specialists and academics in lens design and optics, and is an insightful guide for opti...

Magnetically confined fusion plasma physics, volume 2

This book focuses on the multifluid theory in the field of magnetically confined plasma physics. It is an advanced review on the state-of-the-art theory and application of magnetically confined plasma physics.

Generation iv nuclear reactors

Generation IV nuclear reactors are designed to be safe, economical and to produce minimal radioactive waste material. The present book reviews the various categories of Generation IV reactors and their applications.

Essential concepts in metamaterials

A step-by-step introduction to metamaterials and metasurfaces that takes advanced undergraduates and first-year postgraduates from core wave physics to modern concepts and applications of these materials across electromagnetics, acoustics, and elasticity.

Advances in biochemical and molecular mechanisms of plant–pathogen interaction

This book provides a complete and cohesive assessment of plant defence mechanisms in response to various biotic stresses.

Physics of cancer, volume 6 (second edition)

The book ‘The Physics of Cancer Volume 6 (Second edition)’ focuses on the topics of extracellular vesicular communication of cancer cells with their environment, the role of autophagy in cancer, the dual function of mast cells in solid tumors, and the effects of the mechanical properties of cance...

Fourier transform and its applications using microsoft excel® (second edition)

This new edition updates and greatly expands upon the first, with additional examples and exercises in various application domains as well as a new chapter on Quantum random walks and Fourier analysis.

Lasers and their application in the cooling and trapping of atoms (second edition)

This book is designed to give the reader with an overview of the design and operation of a laser and some of its important commercial applications. The book reviews the use of lasers for the cooling and trapping of atoms and the application of this technology to the observation of Bose-Einstein c...

Optimisation of renewable energy powered desalination systems

This Book provides roadmaps for the delivery of adequate, affordable, reliable, sustainable clean energy and water by developing mathematical models of optimal energy mixes that include a demand response program for an efficient energy schedule to power desalination systems at a minimal levelized...

Mathematical methods for cryocoolers

Mathematical Methods for Cryocoolers provides the first comprehensive treatment of the mathematical frameworks that underpin modern cryogenic refrigeration systems. Cryocoolers are critical technologies enabling astronomy, quantum science, particle physics, and advanced aerospace applications. Th...

Ultrasonics

This book reviews state-of-art technological developments and recent advances in ultrasonic research, including metrological applications, non-destructive evaluation, sensing, devices, physics, and medical diagnosis and treatment.

Foundations of chemical kinetics

This book examines foundational theories in chemical kinetics, taking a hands-on approach that bridges from theory to application. Aimed at senior undergraduate and graduate students, this book focuses on theories that provide insights into basic physical principles that govern the rates of chemi...

Molecular response and genetic engineering for stress in plants, volume 1

The focus of the book is to review the different abiotic stress response mechanisms in plants with respect to the latest research from the last two decades, including the modern omics approaches utilized in the area for the development of stress resilient crops.

Electrical impedance tomography for tactile imaging

This book covers the uses, fundamental concepts, and basic operation of EIT from the perspective of tactile sensor applications, making it a helpful text for students and newcomers to the field.

Breast image reconstruction and cancer detection using microwave imaging

This reference text explores breast cancer, Microwave scattering and microwave imaging based cancer detection. It also covers the basics of Microwave imaging and advanced methods in image reconstruction techniques. The role of machine learning and artificial intelligence in breast cancer diagnosi...

Magnetic resonance in organic electronic and optoelectronic devices

This book explores recent breakthroughs in magnetic resonance techniques, offering critical insights into organic electronic and optoelectronic devices for researchers, developers, and students.

Graphene nanoribbons

In this book, leading editors and authors in the field review the fundamental properties and the current device technology. A one-stop handbook for researchers wanting to further utilise graphene nanoribbons and a valuable reference text for any interested materials and surface scientists, theore...

Nanostructured materials for sustainable energy and environmental remediation

This reference text explores the functional aspects of different nanostructured materials and their corresponding engineering applications. It demonstrates how nanostructured materials, and their device applications are linked, providing a vital bridge between the research and realisation of the ...

Singularities in physics and engineering (second edition)

The book gives a thorough introduction to singularities and their development. It explains in detail important topics such as the types of singularities, their properties, detection and application, and emerging research trends.

Time and time again

This book explores the role Dutch scholars played in the development of instruments and technology in the 17th Century that would allow sailors to accurately and precisely determine their position, in particular longitude, using the motions of the Sun/stars together with accurate time pieces.

Physics of digital photography (second edition)

This book provides an overview of the detailed physics involved in the imaging chain for an audience of scientists and engineers. With the increasing use of digital photography in a research environment, modern scientists and engineers need to better understand the science behind digital photogra...

Quantum mechanics: problems with solutions

Quantum 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 are ...

Macroscopic superconducting phenomena

A number of macroscopic manifestations of superconducting phenomena have resulted in a proliferation of applications in engineering and electronics. Macroscopic Superconducting Phenomena: An Interactive Guide provides the reader with a set of ready-to-use interactive tools to engage with topics s...

Nonlinear ultrasonic guided waves

The book sets the stage for nonlinear guided waves by introducing nonlinear wave propagation in 1D and expanding the mathematical treatment to guided waves. It considers self-interaction for harmonic generation and mutual interactions for wave mixing. It demonstrates the characteristics of nonlin...

The investigative science learning environment: a guide for teacher preparation and professional development

The goal of this book is to help prepare future physics teachers who will engage their students in learning physics by practicing it and implement the ISLE approach in their classrooms.

Backscattering sources, volume 2

The top-performing X-ray and gamma ray sources are synchrotrons and Free Electron Lasers, which require large investment. Consequently, more affordable and accessible platforms are required for research and applications based on X-rays and gamma rays. CBS is a subset of Thomson and Compton scatte...

Charged beam dynamics, particle accelerators and free electron lasers

Charged Beam Dynamics, Particle Accelerators and Free Electron Lasers summarises different topics in the field of accelerators and of Free Electron Laser (FEL) devices. It explains how to design both a FEL device and the accelerator providing the driving beam. Covering both theoretical and experi...

Surface science and synchrotron radiation

Why should an established surface scientist leave his/her own laboratory to perform synchrotron radiation experiments? This book seeks to answer this question, describing the scope to obtain significantly improved data by established methods, but also entirely new data using techniques for which ...

Surface nmr for hydrogeology

Surface nuclear magnetic resonance (SNMR) is a newly developed, non-invasive geophysical method designed for groundwater prospecting. This book provides an overview of the SNMR method and deals with some of the most pervasive problems faced by the SNMR methodology. The book is intended for a wide...

Energy harvesting properties of electrospun nanofibers

A key reference for graduate students, researchers and scientists in the fields of energy harvesting, sensors or nanofibers, this book provides a state-of-the-art review of the applications of electrospun nanofibers for piezoelectric and triboelectric energy harvesting. It comprises eight chapter...

Philosophy and the interpretation of quantum physics

Provides an oversight of many views on the interpretation of quantum physics and the wide philosophical debate that still embroils this subject. The breadth of coverage and renewed interest surrounding the interpretation of quantum physics makes the book essential reading for physicists as well a...

Single-photon detection for data communication and quantum systems

This book shows the progress of integrated (thick) CMOS SPADs towards high photon detection probabilities and applications such as in low-cost consumer data communication and high-end single-photon counting for quantum applications. New research is introduced and comprehensively detailed.

Quantum mechanics of the diatomic molecule with applications

Summarizing more than 30 years of quantitative analysis of temporally and spatially-resolved experimental records, and introducing insights that are essential in utilizing the inherent symmetries associated with diatomic molecules, this is a valuable reference to any academic engaged in the field...

An introduction to the physics of nuclear medicine

The complexity and vulnerability of the human body has driven the development of a diverse range of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in modern medicine. This book offers an insight into the physics of nuclear medicine by explaining the principles of radioactivity, how radionuclides are produ...

Quantum mechanics for nuclear structure, volume 1

This book offers a detailed introduction into the field of quantum mechanics applied to nuclear structure, and is intended for as a primer for nuclear physics graduate students and postgraduate students seeking a solid foundation in the subject.

Mri: connecting the dots

A practical book that works with both inductive and deductive instructional methods. We have developed a concise, yet conceptually rich, start for learners that should feel friendly and interactive in nature.

Computation in science (second edition)

The book explains how computing is used in the natural sciences and provides a high-level overview of relevant aspects of computer science and software engineering with a focus on concepts, results and applications. It is intended for both graduate students and experienced scientists.

Real-time applications of advanced electrochemical sensing devices

The present book represents a summary of “Emerging Trends in Electrochemical Devices based on Carbon composite materials & its Applications”, and assessment of most significant biological and hazardous molecules.

Developments in photoelasticity

Developments in Photoelasticity presents the time-tested advancements that have brought about a fundamental change in employing photoelastic analysis to solve a diverse range of applications. Focusing on developments made since 2010, this high-level reference text is an invaluable tool for analys...

An introduction to stellar magnetic activity

The book provides an introduction to the observational and theoretical knowledge of solar and stellar magnetic activity for graduate or advanced undergraduate students.

Lattice-mismatched epitaxy

The current state-of-the-art CdZnTe-based HgCdTe IR detectors are seriously limited by their higher cost and smaller array format size due to the lower device yield and smaller wafer size available, which is fundamentally dominated by the lower crystal quality. In recent years, much attention has...

Transmission and processing for data center networking

An invaluable source for scientists, engineers, professors and mid-senior level students involved with data transmission and processing, this book offers an insight into data centre transport technology centres and the principal techniques for modern communication transmission of ultra-wideband c...

Warm dense matter

This book provides an introductory overview of warm dense matter research for new postgraduate students entering the field. Author David Riley, based at the Centre for Plasma Physics at Queen’s University Belfast, covers a broad range of topics with an emphasis on experimental techniques.

Aurivillius phase materials

This book provides an overview of Aurivillius phase layer structured ferroelectrics, with a focus on in-depth classification of layer structured materials and their role in developing environmentally sustainable compounds. It is an essential reference for professionals and academics working in th...

Diagnostic biomedical optics

This is a dedicated book covering all the important topics ranging from fundamentals to materials and methods to applications.

Black silicon

The ability to tailor the morphology of semiconductors in order to obtain the desired properties will add new dimension to the fundamental physics, materials science and engineering of these materials for a variety of applications. Due to its high absorptance, Black Silicon presents new opportuni...

2d materials as electrocatalysts

This book covers the latest advances in the area of 2D material-based electrocatalysts for electrocatalytic processes, including the key principles, pros and cons, synthesis, tuning, performance, challenges, and future opportunities. An ideal text for researchers and graduate students interested ...

Simplified classical mechanics, volume 2 (second edition)

Simplified Classical Mechanics, Second Edition, Volume II, Gravity and the Conservation Laws, explores Newton’s Universal Law of Gravitation, Conservation Laws (such as the conservation of energy and the conservation of linear momentum), and the dynamics of rotational motion.

Principles of biophotonics, volume 1

This book aims to teach students, instructors and professionals the basis of optical techniques for biomedical investigation. It is a text for researchers active at the interface between biology, medicine and optics. With the format of a classical textbook, this work contains the underlying theor...

Reconfigurable antennas

The book aims at covering the basic designs and methodology of reconfigurable antennas, to the recent developments in the field of reconfigurable antennas, metasurface-based reconfigurable designs, reflectarray and transmitarray based structures, and liquid-based reconfigurable antennas.

Ahead of the curve

This unique book is a compendium of carefully curated published papers in the biosciences, which have (or will) precipitate a profound change in prevailing paradigms and research programs. A mix of new and classic papers, it shows the limitations of current thought or identifies novel vistas for ...

The mössbauer effect (second edition)

This updated and significantly expanded second edition of "The Mössbauer Effect" describes the basic physics of the Mössbauer effect and its applications in a variety of fields including physics, chemistry, materials science, biology, mineralogy and archaeology.

A classical thermodynamics toolkit

A typical applied sciences curriculum begins with the basics of dynamics followed by thermodynamics. While dynamics deals with a system at rest or in motion, thermodynamics discusses the mass and energy interaction of a system with its surroundings. A thermodynamic process results when a system c...

Advanced metamaterials for engineers

The scope of this book is metamaterials and their application areas, and the aim of the book is to enable engineers and researchers interested in the application areas of metamaterials to access a lot of information about metamaterials in a single book.

Biophysics of the senses (second edition)

Biophysics of the Senses (Second Edition) connects fundamental properties of physics to biological systems, relating them directly to the human body. This is an exciting view of how sensory aspects of biophysics are utilized in everyday life for students who are curious but struggle with the conn...

An introduction to district heating and cooling

This research and reference text presents the fundamentals of the engineering of District Heating and Cooling, a system for that has received an increasing amount of investment and has the potential to contribute significantly to the mitigation of climate change.

Introduction to pharmaceutical biotechnology, volume 2

This book addresses the characteristics of genomics, genome sequencing, comparative genomics and genomic evolution. It will be of interest to biochemists, biologists, microbiologists, biotechnologists, food technologists and all others involved in the research and development of the biological ap...

Introduction to the mathematical physics of nonlinear waves (second edition)

The book covers the fundamental properties of nonlinear waves, dealing with both theory and experiment. The aim is to emphasize established tools and introduce new methods underpinning important new developments in this field, especially as applied to solid state materials, now including supercon...

A multidisciplinary approach to quantum field theory, volume 1

This book is a multidisciplinary introduction to quantum field theory. The first volume introduces wide ranging topics from topics including free (noninteracting) fields, field quantization, interacting fields, Feynman diagrams, scattering, cross sections and decay rates; renormalization; symmetr...

Modern applications of 3d/4d ultrasound imaging in radiotherapy

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the role of 3D/4D ultrasound imaging in radiotherapy. It identifies barriers to the clinical implementation of ultrasound-guided radiotherapy, and provides a critical discussion of potential solutions as well as highlighting exciting new opportunitie...

Measurements and performance characteristics of diagnostic x-ray tubes and generators (third edition)

This book describes the theoretical principals and provides practical advice on the performance of QA measurements and discusses important performance parameters and the results that may be expected.

Quantum computing (second edition)

This comprehensive second edition will allow readers to develop a working understanding of quantum computing as part of their general education or as a prelude to independent research on quantum computing.

First-principles calculations for cathode, electrolyte and anode battery materials

This book presents the first-principles calculations that can be used to determine the essential chemical and physical characteristics of cathode, electrolyte and anode materials in ion-based batteries. It is ideal for researchers and senior graduate students working on the theory and fundamental...

Principles of multimessenger astronomy

This book provides a broad introduction to multimessenger astronomy. The unique physics of each messenger is introduced, as well as the physics of their detection and interpretation. An additional focus is the discussion of techniques and topics that are common to more than one messenger.

Diffractive lens design

The book explains to the reader the necessary considerations and modelling ideas required for the successful design of optical imaging systems incorporating diffractive surfaces.

A field theory approach to photonics

Starting with the familiar classical electrodynamics framework of Maxwell’s equations and the light-matter interaction in the dipole approximation, this book slowly guides the reader through a journey that will touch several different aspects of Photonics and field theory, including quantisation,...

Hadronic jets (second edition)

This second edition course text provides a general overview of jet physics by presenting the basic experimental and theoretical problems arising when dealing with jets, and describing the solutions proposed in recent years. As a second edition, this book builds upon and complements the first thro...

A course on digital image processing with matlab®

A Course on Digital Image Processing with MATLAB® describes the principles and techniques of image processing using MATLAB®. Every chapter is accompanied by a collection of exercises and programming assignments, the book is augmented with supplementary MATLAB code, and hints and solutions to prob...

Active galactic nuclei

This book covers how Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN) are fueled by gas (or stars), how we can account for the wide variety of AGN observed, from Seyfert/Liners to quasars, and for the two types (AGN 1 and 2) either through dust obscuration, and geometrical orientation arguments, or through intrinsic...

Electrochemical ph sensors

The measurement of pH, which enables the determination of acidity or basicity of a solution, has significant importance in many chemical and biological reactions and in our daily lives. Electrochemical pH sensors are in high demand in numerous applications such as food processing, health monitori...

Molecularly imprinted polymers for environmental monitoring

This multidisciplinary book provides a comprehensive overview of the fabrication and development of molecularly imprinted polymer-based devices for various sensing applications.