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Introduction to Nanotechnology Introduction to Nanotechnology

Currently receiving vast amounts of research funding from government and industry alike, nanotechnology is the science of matter at the scale of one-billionth of a meter or 1/75,000th the size of a human hair. In addition to the numerous advantages provided by this scale of miniaturization, quantum physics effects at this size range provide additional novel properties. By manipulating atoms at this building-block level, scientists can create stronger, lighter materials with tailored properties. Combining research from many disciplines, near-future nanotechnology applications involve everything from scratch-proof glass to internal drug delivery systems to a sugar cube—sized computer capable of storing the information from the entire United States Library of Congress.

In this fascinating overview of the field the authors provide broad coverage of nanotechnology and its applications, with an eye toward giving researchers in different areas an appreciation of nanotechnological developments outside their own fields of expertise. Rather than focusing on the latest developments in nanotechnology, the authors use representative examples of research in many fields to focus on the diversity of its applications. Included is coverage of:

  • Carbon nanostructures
  • Organic compounds and polymers
  • Bulk nanostructured materials
  • Self-assembly
  • Nanostructured ferromagnetism
  • Catalysis
  • Optical and vibrational spectroscopy
  • Biological materials
  • Quantum wells, wires, and dots
  • Nano machines and devices
Principles of the Quantum Control of Molecular Processes Principles of the Quantum Control of Molecular Processes
 
Over the past fifteen years, significant developments have been made in utilizing quantum attributes of light and matter to assume unprecedented control over the dynamics of atomic and molecular systems. This growth reflects a confluence of factors including the maturation of quantum mechanics as a tool for chemistry and physics, the development of new laser devices increasing our ability to manipulate light, and the recognition that coherent laser light can be used to imprint information on atoms and molecules for practical purposes. Written by two of the world’s leading researchers in the field, Principles of the Quantum Control of Molecular Processes offers a systematic introduction to the fundamental principles of coherent control, and to the physics and chemistry necessary to master it.

Designed as both a resource for self-study and as a graduate textbook, this survey of the subject provides a step-by-step discussion of light—matter interactions along with coverage of such essential topics as:

  • Molecular dynamics and control
  • The dynamics and control of photodissociation
  • Altering bimolecular collision processes
  • The control of chirality and asymmetric synthesis
  • Application of control using moderate and strong fields
  • Tuning system and laser parameters to achieve optimal control
  • Decoherence and its suppression

Both authoritative and comprehensive, this first in-depth treatment of coherent control is destined to become the standard reference in an increasingly influential field.

Design of Molecular Materials: Supramolecular Engineering

 Design of Molecular Materials: Supramolecular Engineering
 
Supramolecular chemistry is one of the fastest growth areas of chemistry research, attracting ever more interest from chemists, material scientists and solid state physicists in industry as well as academia. As a distinct subject area it is relatively new, linking organic chemistry to materials science. Numerous applications are promised from semiconductors to photocopiers and many more.

Design of Molecular Materials: Supramolecular Engineering creates a correlation between the structure of single molecules and the physical and chemical properties of the resulting materials. By making systematic changes to the component molecules, the resulting solid can be engineered for optimum performance. The book develops from synthesis of designer molecules to properties of solids and further to devices and complex materials systems, providing guidelines for mastering the organisation of these systems. It gathers together information from many sources and this sometimes difficult subject is presented in an approachable form. It is destined to be internationally recognised as the book on supramolecular engineering protocols.
Topics covered include:

  • Systematic chemistry
  • Molecular assemblies
  • Notions of symmetry
  • Supramolecular engineering
  • Principe de Curie
  • Organisation in molecular media
  • Molecular semiconductors
  • Industrial applications of molecular materials

This book will be invaluable to researchers in the field of supramolecular materials and also to students and teachers of the subject.

Nanoparticles and Nanostructured Films: Preparation, Characterization and Applications
 

 Nanoparticles and Nanostructured Films: Preparation, Characterization and Applications

In this concise handbook leading experts give a broad overview of the latest developments in this emerging and fascinating field of nano-sized materials.
Coverage includes new techniques for the synthesis of nanoparticles as well as an in-depth treatment of their characterization and chemical and physical properties. The future applications of these advanced materials are also discussed.
The wealth of information included makes this an invaluable guide for graduate students as well as scientists in materials science, chemistry or physics - looking for a comprehensive treatment of the topic.