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This volume examines a range of materials, discussing the ways in which they are likely to be damaged by air pollutants. It should be of interest to scientists and policymakers dealing with the effects of urban air pollution.

Intends to give an advanced overview of flexoelectricity, a linear physical coupling between mechanical (orientational) deformations and electric polarization, which is specific to systems with orientational order, such as liquid crystals. It addresses a common macroscopic (continuum) description the microscopic theory of flexoelectricity.

Devoted to the key role played by light and electromagnetic radiation in the universe, this title introduces readers to philosophical hypotheses such as the economy, symmetry and the universality of natural laws, and are then guided to practical consequences such as the rules of geometrical optics and more.

A learning tool to aid preparation for undergraduate pharmacology examinations. It focuses on reinforcing core concepts, improving technique and developing confidence in answering the style of questions used in the examination.

This is the second edition of the classic book An Introduction to Bioceramics which provides a comprehensive overview of all types of ceramic and glass materials that are used in medicine and dentistry. The enormous growth of the field of bioceramics is due to the recognition by the medical and dental community of the importance of bioactive materials to stimulate repair and regeneration of tissues. This edition includes 21 new chapters that document the science and especially the clinical applications of the new generation of bioceramics in the field of tissue regeneration and repair. Important socioeconomic factors influencing the economics and availability of new medical treatments are covered with updates on regulatory procedures for new biomaterials, methods for technology transfer and ethical issues. The book contains 42 chapters that offer the only comprehensive treatment of the science, technology and clinical applications of all types of bioceramic materials used in medicine and dentistry. Each chapter is written by leaders in their specialized fields and is a thorough review of the subject matter, unlike many conference proceedings. All chapters have been edited to reflect the same writing style, making the book an easy read. The completeness of treatment of all types of bioceramics and their clinical applications makes the book unique in the field and invaluable to all readers.

This volume provides a detailed treatment of half-metallic materials and their properties from both an experimental and theoretical point of view. It discusses the methods used to understand and predict the properties of half-metals and the gamut of other materials amenable to these techniques. It also offers an expansive bibliography to facilitate further and deeper research. This book provides the precise definitions of all key terminology used in the vast and varied literature. This is the first comprehensive monograph on the subject and will serve as a starting point for graduate students and senior researchers who wish to enter the field. This book will also be an invaluable reference to those already working in the area of half-metallic materials.

The scope of this book is two-fold: the first part gives a fully detailed and pedagogical presentation of the Hawking effect and its physical implications, and the second discusses the backreaction problem, especially in connection with exactly solvable semiclassical models that describe analytically the black hole evaporation process. The book aims to establish a link between the general relativistic viewpoint on black hole evaporation and the new CFT-type approaches to the subject. The detailed discussion on backreaction effects is also extremely valuable.

Designed for broad application in design practice, this book combines discussion on recnet code requirements with state-of-the-art methods of earthquake-resistant design and the author's research work.

E A Milne was one of the giants of 20th century astrophysics and cosmology. In this book, the author's aim is to show the human face of science, how the course of her father's life was shaped by circumstance and by the influence of illustrious friends and colleagues such as Einstein, Eddington, G H Hardy, and, Hubble.

Offers a broad overview of the field of synthetic biology and the foundational concepts on which it is built. This title introduces readers to fundamental concepts in molecular biology and engineering and then explores the two major themes for synthetic biology, namely 'bottom-up' and 'top-down' engineering approaches.

Deals with functional nanomaterials, materials containing specific, predictable nanostructures whose chemical composition or interfacial structure enables to perform a specific job. This book addresses some of the environmental remediation and sensing/detection problems faced by mankind.

Presents an overview of the findings in the biology of neutrophils. This title provides a detailed description of signal transduction, generation of reactive oxygen, and mechanisms of migration and death of these cells. It also contains information regarding neutrophils' role in cancer.

Deals with functional nanomaterials, materials containing specific, predictable nanostructures whose chemical composition or interfacial structure enables to perform a specific job. This book addresses some of the environmental remediation and sensing/detection problems faced by mankind.

Provides a comprehensive overview of theories, concepts and especially empirical results on open innovation and the integration of suppliers, offering insights into collaborative approaches with suppliers.

Presents the selected proceedings of the inaugural, "The Performer's Voice: An International Forum for Music Performance and Scholarship", directed by Dr Anne Marshman (editor) and hosted by the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore.

Includes the core student haematology curriculum as recommended by the Royal College of Pathologists. This book incorporates self-evaluation questions and learning objectives that give students the information needed to understand the topic as well as indications on the core knowledge that students are required to know in the field of haematology.

Aims to provide the reader with a general presentation of multiscale/multiresolution approaches in turbulent flow simulations. In this book, all modern approaches (LES, hybrid RANS/LES, DES, SAS) are discussed and recast in a global comprehensive framework.

Offers suggestion to advocate preference queries and fuzzy sets as a central concern in database queries and offers an important contribution to the design of intelligent information systems. This book provides a comprehensive study on fuzzy preference queries in the context of relational databases.

A central area of study in "Differential Geometry" is the examination of the relationship between the purely algebraic properties of the Riemann curvature tensor and the underlying geometric properties of the manifold. In this book, the findings of numerous investigations in this field of study are reviewed and presented.

Deals with the fundamentals of lubrication, friction and wear. Introducing the readers to the importance of tribology in everyday life and a brief history of the subject, this book describes the nature of rough surfaces and mechanics of contacting elastic solids and their deformation under load and friction in their relative motion.

Deals with continuous-time controlled Markov chains and Markov games. This book proposes assumptions on the control and game models that are easily verifiable (and verified) in practice. It also analyzes algorithmic and computational issues.

Brings together fifteen Nobel Prize-winning discoveries that have the impact upon medical science and the practice of medicine during the 20th century. This title is suitable for those who are involved in or contemplating a career in medical research.

Investigates algorithmic methods based on machine learning in order to design sequential investment strategies for financial markets. This title is suitable for researchers and graduate students in computer science, finance, statistics, mathematics, and engineering.

A guide to undergraduate surgery. It contains sections on trauma, orthopaedics, urology and ENT. It covers subjects such as fluid balance management and minor surgical procedures and also includes a section on how to problem solve even in the context of areas unknown to the student. It is intended for medical students.

Includes subjects such as: the principles of operation of NMR probes, guidelines for choosing a specific configuration, as well as the electrical and mechanical details.

Provides a systematic presentation of the theory of stochastic differential equations with Markovian switching. This book presents the basic principles at an introductory level but emphasizes advanced level research trends. The material takes into account all the features of Ito equations, Markovian switching, interval systems and time-lag.

Suitable for transplant surgeons as well as trainees, this book introduces the field of organ transplantation and provides an overview of the progress made over the years, and gives a description of the status of transplant surgery. It focuses on the history of transplantation and the basic science of immunobiology.

Introduces the central issues in the philosophy of chemistry. Mobilizing the theme of impurity, this book explores the tradition of chemistry's negative image. It argues for the positive philosophical value of chemistry, reflecting its characteristic practical engagement with the material world.

A collection of selected papers presented at the International Conference of Marketing and Management Sciences held from 23 to 25 May 2008 in Athens, Greece. It is of interest to academics studying and teaching marketing and management courses and to managers dealing with strategies to cope with changes due to globalization.