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Spintronics Handbook, Second Edition: Spin Transport and Magnetism

Volume Two: Semiconductor Spintronics

Edited by Evgeny Y. Tsymbal, Igor Žutić ...

The second edition offers an update on the single most comprehensive survey of the two intertwined fields of spintronics and magnetism, covering the diverse array of materials and structures, including silicon, organic semiconductors, carbon nanotubes, graphene, and engineered nanostructures. It focuses on seminal pioneering work, together with the latest in cutting-edge advances, notably extended ... Read more

$97.55 CAD

The second edition offers an update on the single most comprehensive survey of the two intertwined fields of spintronics and magnetism, covering the diverse array of materials and structures, including silicon, organic semiconductors, carbon nanotubes, graphene, and engineered nanostructures. It focuses on seminal pioneering work, together with the latest in cutting-edge advances, notably extended
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Lectures On Phase Transitions And The Renormalization Group

by Nigel Goldenfeld ...

Covering the elementary aspects of the physics of phases transitions and the renormalization group, this popular book is widely used both for core graduate statistical mechanics courses as well as for more specialized courses. Emphasizing understanding and clarity rather than technical manipulation, these lectures de-mystify the subject and show precisely "how things work." Goldenfeld keeps in ... Read more

$152.52 CAD

Covering the elementary aspects of the physics of phases transitions and the renormalization group, this popular book is widely used both for core graduate statistical mechanics courses as well as for more specialized courses. Emphasizing understanding and clarity rather than technical manipulation, these lectures de-mystify the subject and show precisely "how things work." Goldenfeld keeps in
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First-Principles Calculations for Cathode, Electrolyte and Anode Battery Materials

by Miss Thi Han Nguyen, Hsin-Yi Liu, Dr Hai Duong Pham, Miss Thi My Duyen Huynh, Mr Ming-Hsiu Tsai, Professor Phung My Loan Le, Professor Wen-Dung Hsu, Mr Khuong Dien Vo, Dr. Wei-Bang Li ...

Series series IOP ebooks
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. Methods for evaluating and analysing the first-principles results are discussed in detail, and the theoretical framework is illustrated for each system. This text is ideal as a reference for ... Read more

$174.79 CAD

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. Methods for evaluating and analysing the first-principles results are discussed in detail, and the theoretical framework is illustrated for each system. This text is ideal as a reference for
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Polarons and Bipolarons

An Introduction

by Ashok Chatterjee, Soma Mukhopadhyay ...

This book provides a comprehensive review of the subject of polaron and a thorough account of the sophisticated theories of the polaron. It explains the concept of the polaron physics in as simple a manner as possible and presents the theoretical techniques and mathematical derivations in great detail. Anybody who follows this book will develop a solid command over the subject both conceptually ... Read more

$384.77 CAD

This book provides a comprehensive review of the subject of polaron and a thorough account of the sophisticated theories of the polaron. It explains the concept of the polaron physics in as simple a manner as possible and presents the theoretical techniques and mathematical derivations in great detail. Anybody who follows this book will develop a solid command over the subject both conceptually
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Physics Of Heavy Fermions: Heavy Fermions And Strongly Correlated Electrons Systems

by Yoshichika Onuki ...

A large variety of materials prove to be fascinating in solid state and condensed matter physics. New materials create new physics, which is spearheaded by the international experimental expert, Prof Yoshichika Onuki. Among them, the f electrons of rare earth and actinide compounds typically exhibit a variety of characteristic properties, including spin and charge orderings, spin and valence ... Read more

$112.19 CAD

A large variety of materials prove to be fascinating in solid state and condensed matter physics. New materials create new physics, which is spearheaded by the international experimental expert, Prof Yoshichika Onuki. Among them, the f electrons of rare earth and actinide compounds typically exhibit a variety of characteristic properties, including spin and charge orderings, spin and valence
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Melt Blowing

Equipment, Technology, and Polymer Fibrous Materials

by L.S. Pinchuk, Vi.A. Goldade, A.V. Makarevich, V.N. Kestelman ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
One of the recently emerging techniques of fibrous materials production, melt blowing, consists of forming fibers from substances heated above their melting (crystalline) or glass transition (glass-like) point with further blowing by gas flow. The sprayed fibrous mass is then cooled to solidification either in a gas flow or upon deposition on the forming substrate. Realized from polymers and then ... Read more

$64.09 CAD

One of the recently emerging techniques of fibrous materials production, melt blowing, consists of forming fibers from substances heated above their melting (crystalline) or glass transition (glass-like) point with further blowing by gas flow. The sprayed fibrous mass is then cooled to solidification either in a gas flow or upon deposition on the forming substrate. Realized from polymers and then
... Read more
Nanoparticle Delivery in Cancer Care

Edited by Nirav J. Joshi, Gautam Patel ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book delves into the forefront of cancer treatment, exploring the revolutionary potential of nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems. Authored by leading experts, it provides a comprehensive examination of the latest advancements in nanotechnology and their role in transforming cancer therapy. Covering a broad spectrum of topics—including targeted drug delivery, advanced imaging techniques, ... Read more

$192.19 CAD

This book delves into the forefront of cancer treatment, exploring the revolutionary potential of nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems. Authored by leading experts, it provides a comprehensive examination of the latest advancements in nanotechnology and their role in transforming cancer therapy. Covering a broad spectrum of topics—including targeted drug delivery, advanced imaging techniques,
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Multifaceted Skyrmion, The (Second Edition)

by Mannque Rho, Ismail Zahed ...

This book presents, in the form of reviews by world's leading physicists in wide-ranging fields in theoretical physics, the influence and prescience of Skyrme's daring idea of 1960, originally conceived for nuclear physics, that fermions can arise from bosons via topological solitons, pervasively playing a powerful role in wide-ranging areas of physics, from nuclear/astrophysics, to particle ... Read more

$85.79 CAD

This book presents, in the form of reviews by world's leading physicists in wide-ranging fields in theoretical physics, the influence and prescience of Skyrme's daring idea of 1960, originally conceived for nuclear physics, that fermions can arise from bosons via topological solitons, pervasively playing a powerful role in wide-ranging areas of physics, from nuclear/astrophysics, to particle
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Polymer Glasses

Edited by Connie B. Roth ...

"the present book will be of great value for both newcomers to the field and mature active researchers by serving as a coherent and timely introduction to some of the modern approaches, ideas, results, emerging understanding, and many open questions in this fascinating field of polymer glasses, supercooled liquids, and thin films"–Kenneth S. Schweizer, Morris Professor of Materials Science & ... Read more

$97.55 CAD

"the present book will be of great value for both newcomers to the field and mature active researchers by serving as a coherent and timely introduction to some of the modern approaches, ideas, results, emerging understanding, and many open questions in this fascinating field of polymer glasses, supercooled liquids, and thin films"–Kenneth S. Schweizer, Morris Professor of Materials Science &
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Lyotropic Chromonic Liquid Crystals

From Viscoelastic Properties to Living Liquid Crystals

by Shuang Zhou ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis describes lyotropic chromonic liquid crystals (LCLCs) with exotic elastic and viscous properties. The first part of the thesis presents a thorough analysis of the elastic and viscous properties of LCLCs as functions of concentration, temperature and ionic contents, while the second part explores an active nematic system: living liquid crystals, which represent a combination of LCLC and ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This thesis describes lyotropic chromonic liquid crystals (LCLCs) with exotic elastic and viscous properties. The first part of the thesis presents a thorough analysis of the elastic and viscous properties of LCLCs as functions of concentration, temperature and ionic contents, while the second part explores an active nematic system: living liquid crystals, which represent a combination of LCLC and
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Complex Magnetic Nanostructures

Synthesis, Assembly and Applications

Edited by Surender Kumar Sharma ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book offers a detailed discussion of the complex magnetic behavior of magnetic nanosystems, with its myriad of geometries (e.g. core-shell, heterodimer and dumbbell) and its different applications. It provides a broad overview of the numerous current studies concerned with magnetic nanoparticles, presenting key examples and an in-depth examination of the cutting-edge developments in this ... Read more

$256.19 CAD

This book offers a detailed discussion of the complex magnetic behavior of magnetic nanosystems, with its myriad of geometries (e.g. core-shell, heterodimer and dumbbell) and its different applications. It provides a broad overview of the numerous current studies concerned with magnetic nanoparticles, presenting key examples and an in-depth examination of the cutting-edge developments in this
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Fluidized-Bed Reactors: Processes and Operating Conditions

by John G. Yates, Paola Lettieri ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
The fluidized-bed reactor is the centerpiece of industrial fluidization processes. This book focuses on the design and operation of fluidized beds in many different industrial processes, emphasizing the rationale for choosing fluidized beds for each particular process. The book starts with a brief history of fluidization from its inception in the 1940’s. The authors present both the fluid dynamics ... Read more

$128.09 CAD

The fluidized-bed reactor is the centerpiece of industrial fluidization processes. This book focuses on the design and operation of fluidized beds in many different industrial processes, emphasizing the rationale for choosing fluidized beds for each particular process. The book starts with a brief history of fluidization from its inception in the 1940’s. The authors present both the fluid dynamics
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Complex Macromolecular Systems I

Edited by Axel H. E. Müller, Hans-Werner Schmidt ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
-Effects of Electric Fields on Block Copolymer Nanostructures By H. G. Schoberth, V. Olszowka, K. Schmidt, and A. Böker -Nanopattern Evolution in Block Copolymer Films: Experiment, Simulations and Challenges By L. Tsarkova, G.J. Agur Sevink, and G. Krausch -Controlled Wrinkling as a Novel Method for the Fabrication of Patterned Surfaces By A. Schweikart, A. Horn, A. Böker, and A. Fery -Layered ... Read more

$370.19 CAD

-Effects of Electric Fields on Block Copolymer Nanostructures By H. G. Schoberth, V. Olszowka, K. Schmidt, and A. Böker -Nanopattern Evolution in Block Copolymer Films: Experiment, Simulations and Challenges By L. Tsarkova, G.J. Agur Sevink, and G. Krausch -Controlled Wrinkling as a Novel Method for the Fabrication of Patterned Surfaces By A. Schweikart, A. Horn, A. Böker, and A. Fery -Layered
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Statistical Physics of Nanoparticles in the Gas Phase

by Klavs Hansen ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Thermal processes are ubiquitous and an understanding of thermal phenomena is essential for a complete description of the physics of nanoparticles, both for the purpose of modeling the dynamics of the particles and for the correct interpretation of experimental data.This book has the twofold aim to present coherently the relevant results coming from the recent scientific literature and to guide ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

Thermal processes are ubiquitous and an understanding of thermal phenomena is essential for a complete description of the physics of nanoparticles, both for the purpose of modeling the dynamics of the particles and for the correct interpretation of experimental data.This book has the twofold aim to present coherently the relevant results coming from the recent scientific literature and to guide
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Electrohydrodynamic Patterning of Functional Materials

by Pola Goldberg Oppenheimer ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This thesis explores a route to induce and control the structure formation process in thin films by the use of strong electric fields. We investigate, establish and apply the use of the electrohydrodynamic (EHD) lithography as a versatile patterning tool on the sub-micrometre and nanometre length scales for functional materials. Thin films are ubiquitous, they are found in nature and used in ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This thesis explores a route to induce and control the structure formation process in thin films by the use of strong electric fields. We investigate, establish and apply the use of the electrohydrodynamic (EHD) lithography as a versatile patterning tool on the sub-micrometre and nanometre length scales for functional materials. Thin films are ubiquitous, they are found in nature and used in
... Read more
Scanning Tunneling Spectroscopy of Magnetic Bulk Impurities

From a Single Kondo Atom Towards a Coupled System

by Henning Prüser ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Magnetic impurities in a non-magnetic host metal have been actively explored in condensed matter physics in recent last decades. From both fundamental and applied viewpoints these systems are very interesting because they can exhibit strong electronic correlations that give rise to various fascinating phenomena beyond the single particle picture. Up to now our understanding of the underlying ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

Magnetic impurities in a non-magnetic host metal have been actively explored in condensed matter physics in recent last decades. From both fundamental and applied viewpoints these systems are very interesting because they can exhibit strong electronic correlations that give rise to various fascinating phenomena beyond the single particle picture. Up to now our understanding of the underlying
... Read more
Oxide Thin Films, Multilayers, and Nanocomposites

Edited by Paolo Mele, Tamio Endo, Shunichi Arisawa, Chaoyang Li, Tetsuo Tsuchiya ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the science of nanostructured oxides. It details the fundamental techniques and methodologies involved in oxides thin film and bulk growth, characterization and device processing, as well as heterostructures. Both, experts in oxide nanostructures and experts in thin film heteroepitaxy, contribute the interactions described within this book. ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the science of nanostructured oxides. It details the fundamental techniques and methodologies involved in oxides thin film and bulk growth, characterization and device processing, as well as heterostructures. Both, experts in oxide nanostructures and experts in thin film heteroepitaxy, contribute the interactions described within this book.
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Synthesis, Structure and Properties of Poly(lactic acid)

Edited by René Androsch, Maria Laura Di Lorenzo ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
The series Advances in Polymer Science presents critical reviews of the present and future trends in polymer and biopolymer science. It covers all areas of research in polymer and biopolymer science including chemistry, physical chemistry, physics, material science.The thematic volumes are addressed to scientists, whether at universities or in industry, who wish to keep abreast of the important ... Read more

$256.19 CAD

The series Advances in Polymer Science presents critical reviews of the present and future trends in polymer and biopolymer science. It covers all areas of research in polymer and biopolymer science including chemistry, physical chemistry, physics, material science.The thematic volumes are addressed to scientists, whether at universities or in industry, who wish to keep abreast of the important
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Electronic States in Crystals of Finite Size

Quantum Confinement of Bloch Waves

by Shang Yuan Ren ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents an analytical theory of the electronic states in ideal low dimensional systems and finite crystals based on a differential equation theory approach. It provides precise and fundamental understandings on the electronic states in ideal low-dimensional systems and finite crystals, and offers new insights into some of the basic problems in low-dimensional systems, such as the ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This book presents an analytical theory of the electronic states in ideal low dimensional systems and finite crystals based on a differential equation theory approach. It provides precise and fundamental understandings on the electronic states in ideal low-dimensional systems and finite crystals, and offers new insights into some of the basic problems in low-dimensional systems, such as the
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Dynamic Spin-Fluctuation Theory of Metallic Magnetism

by Nikolai B. Melnikov, Boris I. Reser ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents a theoretical framework for magnetism in ferromagnetic metals and alloys at finite temperatures. The objective of the book is twofold. First, it gives a detailed presentation of the dynamic spin-fluctuation theory that takes into account both local and long-wave spin fluctuations with any frequency. The authors provide a detailed explanation of the fundamental role of quantum ... Read more

$115.29 CAD

This book presents a theoretical framework for magnetism in ferromagnetic metals and alloys at finite temperatures. The objective of the book is twofold. First, it gives a detailed presentation of the dynamic spin-fluctuation theory that takes into account both local and long-wave spin fluctuations with any frequency. The authors provide a detailed explanation of the fundamental role of quantum
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On-Surface Synthesis II

Proceedings of the International Workshop On-Surface Synthesis, San Sebastián, 27-30 June 2016

Edited by Dimas G. de Oteyza, Celia Rogero ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
On-surface synthesis is appearing as an extremely promising strategy to create organic nanoarchitectures with atomic precision. Molecular building blocks holding adequate functional groups are dosed onto surfaces that support or even drive their covalent linkage. The surface confinement and the frequent lack of solvents (most commonly being performed under vacuum conditions) create a completely ... Read more

$179.39 CAD

On-surface synthesis is appearing as an extremely promising strategy to create organic nanoarchitectures with atomic precision. Molecular building blocks holding adequate functional groups are dosed onto surfaces that support or even drive their covalent linkage. The surface confinement and the frequent lack of solvents (most commonly being performed under vacuum conditions) create a completely
... Read more
Quantized Phenomena of Transport and Magneto-Optics in Magnetic Topological Insulator Heterostructures

by Masataka Mogi ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents experimental studies on emergent transport and magneto-optical properties in three-dimensional topological insulators with two-dimensional Dirac fermions on their surfaces. Designing magnetic heterostructures utilizing a cutting-edge growth technique (molecular beam epitaxy) stabilizes and manifests new quantization phenomena, as confirmed by low-temperature electrical transport ... Read more

$192.19 CAD

This book presents experimental studies on emergent transport and magneto-optical properties in three-dimensional topological insulators with two-dimensional Dirac fermions on their surfaces. Designing magnetic heterostructures utilizing a cutting-edge growth technique (molecular beam epitaxy) stabilizes and manifests new quantization phenomena, as confirmed by low-temperature electrical transport
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Quantum Hybrid Electronics and Materials

Edited by Yoshiro Hirayama, Kazuhiko Hirakawa, Hiroshi Yamaguchi ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights recent advances in quantum control technologies with regard to hybrid quantum systems. It addresses the following topics: phonon engineering based on phononic crystals, carbon-based nano materials like graphene and nanotubes, Terahertz light technology for single-molecule and quantum dots, nuclear-spin-based metrology for semiconductor quantum systems, quantum anomalous Hall ... Read more

$179.39 CAD

This book highlights recent advances in quantum control technologies with regard to hybrid quantum systems. It addresses the following topics: phonon engineering based on phononic crystals, carbon-based nano materials like graphene and nanotubes, Terahertz light technology for single-molecule and quantum dots, nuclear-spin-based metrology for semiconductor quantum systems, quantum anomalous Hall
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Quantum Quenching, Annealing and Computation

Edited by Anjan Kumar Chandra, Arnab Das, Bikas K. Chakrabarti ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
The process of realizing the ground state of some typical (frustrated) quantum many-body systems, starting from the ‘disordered’ or excited states, can be formally mapped to the search of solutions for computationally hard problems. The dynamics through the critical point, in between, are therefore extremely crucial. In the context of such computational optimization problems, the dynamics (of ... Read more

$64.09 CAD

The process of realizing the ground state of some typical (frustrated) quantum many-body systems, starting from the ‘disordered’ or excited states, can be formally mapped to the search of solutions for computationally hard problems. The dynamics through the critical point, in between, are therefore extremely crucial. In the context of such computational optimization problems, the dynamics (of
... Read more

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