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	Title:	Nanotechnology 2008 : materials, fabrication, particles, and characterization
	Conference Author:	Nanotechnology Conference and Trade Show
	Call number:	T174.7.N186NSN 2008
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Synopsis:
These proceedings provide the most prestigious forum in the world for leading nano scientists. The papers from the conference have been compiled to create the most authoritative and comprehensive compendium available across all of nanotechnology. Including the latest information on industrial development, investments, and ventures, each volume explores cutting-edge research and applications. [As taken from book cover]

	Title:	Solid state polymerization
	Author:	Papaspyrides, Constantine D.
	Call number:	TP156.P6S686
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Synopsis:
Solid State Polymerization (SSP) is an indispensable tool in the design, manufacture, and study of polymers, plastics, and fibers. SSP presents significant advantages over other polymerization techniques due to low operating temperatures, inexpensive equipment, and simple and environmentally sound procedures. Combining fundamentals of polymer science, chemistry, physical chemistry, and engineering, SSP also offers many research applications for a wide range of students and investigators. [As taken from book cover]

	Title:	Biotechnology : a comprehensive training guide for the biotechnology industry
	Author:	Haider, Syed Imtiaz
	Call number:	TP248.22.H149
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Synopsis:
All manufacturing companies face the daunting task of designing an employee training matrix that meets the gamut of national and international regulatory standards. Answering the call for a one-stop training resource that focuses exclusively on this multi-faceted, high-tech industry, Biotechnology: A Comprehensive Training Guide for the Biotechnology Industry provides ready-to-implement training templates that save time and expense without cutting corners on critical elements. [As taken from book cover]

	Title:	Nanomaterials, nanotechnologies and design : an introduction for engineers and architects
	Author:	Ashby, Michael F
	Call number:	TA418.9.N35A823
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Synopsis:
Exploring the intriguing new approaches to design that nanotechnologies offer, “Nanomaterials, Nanotechnologies and Design” is set against the sometimes fantastic sounding potential of this technology. Nanotechnology offers product engineers, designers, architects and consumers a vastly enhanced palette of materials and properties, ranging from the profound to the superficial. It is for engineering and design students and professionals who need to understand enough about the subject to apply it with real meaning to their own work. [As taken from book cover].

	Title:	Nano-biomedical engineering 2009: proceedings of the Tohoku University Global Centre of Excellence Programme
	Author:	Yamaguchi, T.
	Call number:	R857.N34N186NB
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Synopsis:
This proceedings volume details both current and future research and development initiatives in nano-biomedical engineering. It deals with the following four groups of nano-biomedical engineering: nano-biomechanics, nano-bioimaging, nano-biodevices, and nano-biointervention.Consisting of a compilation of studies conducted by group members of the Tohoku University Global Center of Excellence Program, with specially coordinated funding from the Japanese Government, the papers emphasize the integration of research and education collaboration between engineering and medicine, and showcase Japan’s top-level research in the field of nano-biomedical engineering. [As taken from book cover]

	Title:	Molecular chemistry of sol-gel derived nanomaterials
	Author:	Corriu, Robert
	Call number:	TA418.9.N35C825
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Synopsis:
From its inception, the sol-gel process has been invaluable for incorporating organic, inorganic, polymeric and biological entities into an inorganic matrix due to its use of much lower temperatures than traditional thermodynamic preparations. Until recently, most hybrid materials were formed from silica but new advances should allow the use of alternate oxides. For instance, titanium oxide could exhibit photovoltaic properties, iron oxides could induce magnetism and some others such as tin oxide could afford semiconducting properties. By exhibiting specific properties, these potential hybrids can be employed for precise applications and could substantially expand the field of inorganic synthesis. This book stresses the role molecular chemistry can play in this burgeoning field and focuses on nano-objects and nanostructured materials that can be created from this process and their possible applications, including biomedical (controlled drug release) and optical (macroscopic fiber) usage as well as solar energy applications. It provides a comprehensive overview of the sol-gel process with particular emphasis on the application of molecular chemistry methodology in the field of material science. [Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.]

	Title:	Carbon nanotube science : synthesis, properties and applications
	Author:	Harris, Peter J. F.
	Call number:	TA455.C3H315C
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Synopsis:
Carbon nanotubes represent one of the most exciting research areas in modern science. These molecular-scale carbon tubes are the stiffest and strongest fibres known, with remarkable electronic properties, and potential applications in a wide range of fields. Carbon Nanotube Science is the most concise, accessible book for the field, presenting the basic knowledge that graduates and researchers need to know. Based on the successful Carbon Nanotubes and Related Structures, this new book focuses solely on carbon nanotubes, covering the major advances made in recent years in this rapidly developing field. With its full coverage of the state-of-the-art in this active research field, this book will appeal to researchers in a broad range of disciplines, including nanotechnology, engineering, materials science and physics. [As taken from Amazon.com]

	Title:	Biodegradable polymer blends and composites from renewable resources
	Author:	Yu, Long
	Call number:	TP1180.B55B615
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Synopsis:
Yu (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization) and 34 co-contributors provide an instructional reference for blending and composition formulations to use in creating new environmentally-friendly compounds. In addition to standard techniques, the book describes innovative, advanced techniques intended to improve the interfaces between hydrophilic natural polymers and hydrophobic biodegradable polyesters. It also offers the most current techniques for analyzing and working with biodegradable nanocomposites. Generally, this reference combines fundamental science with applications that are being used commercially or show substantial promise for commercial use. Clearly written and with extensive references. Of interest to polymer and materials scientists and students. [As taken from book cover]