Organized Monolayers and Assemblies: Structure, Processes and Function

Organized Monolayers and Assemblies: Structure, Processes and Function
Author:
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 391
Release: 2002-11-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080538134

This title presents the state-of-the-art in molecular engineering and new developments in the fields of materials science, membrane biophysics, interfaces, sensing, and intermolecular interactions including molecular recognition.Topics covered are: the organization (orientation and association) of molecules in ultrathin films (monolayers) at the air/water interface; long range order in these films and in assemblies of such films on solid substrates; the interactions with solutes in the aqueous phase (including tensides, enzymes and analytes); and the potential applications of ultrathin films as nanometric modules in devices.·Contributions are from leading scientists in their fields·The book presents the most recent developments in molecular engineering·Aims to stimulate new developments in the field of materials science

J-Aggregates

J-Aggregates
Author: Takayoshi Kobayashi
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2012
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9814365793

This work deals with J-aggregates, which have a long history of research. The volume covers electronic states, linear and nonlinear optical properties. Various properties and processes of J-aggregates, such as super-radiance, excitons, photon echo, geometrical structure, electron transfer and femtosecond spectroscopy, are discussed.

Frontiers in Surface Nanophotonics

Frontiers in Surface Nanophotonics
Author: David L. Andrews
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2007-09-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0387489509

This book explores the role of surface effects in optical phenomena in nanoscience, from two different perspectives. When systems are reduced in volume, the ratio of surface versus volume increases. At the level of single nanostructures this translates into an enhanced role of interfacial chemistry and thermodynamics. At the level of systems of nanostructures, it translates into larger density on interfaces, which in turn leads to such intriguing collective effects as plasmonics or multiple reflection and refraction phenomena. The book highlights both perspectives presenting sample applications. Without claiming to be exhaustive, the book aims to stimulate readers in this potentially rewarding field.

Self-Assembly of Nanostructures and Patchy Nanoparticles

Self-Assembly of Nanostructures and Patchy Nanoparticles
Author: Shafigh Mehraeen
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2020-11-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1789239605

Top-down approaches are currently the main contributor of fabricating microelectronic devices. However, the prohibitive cost of numerous technological steps in these approaches is the main obstacle to further progress. Furthermore, a large number of applications necessitate fabrication of complex and ultra-small devices that cannot be made using these approaches. New approaches based on natural self-assembly of matter need to be developed to allow for fabrication of micro and nanoelectronic devices. Self-assembly of nanostructures is a dynamic field, which explores physics of these structures and new ways to fabricate them. However, the major problem is how to control the properties of the nanostructures resulting from low dimensionality. This book presents recent advances made to address this problem, and fabricate nanostructures using self-assembly.

Self-Assembly Monolayer Structures of Lipids and Macromolecules at Interfaces

Self-Assembly Monolayer Structures of Lipids and Macromolecules at Interfaces
Author: K.S. Birdi
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 391
Release: 2007-05-08
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0306468131

Self-assembly monolayer (SAM) structures of lipids and macromolecules have been found to play an important role in many industrial and biological phenomena. This book describes two procedures, namely the STM and AFM, that are used to study SAMs at solid surfaces. K.S. Birdi examines the SAMs at both liquid and solid surfaces by using the Langmuir monolayer method. This book is intended for researchers, academics and professionals.

Biomolecular Films

Biomolecular Films
Author: James F. Rusling
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 634
Release: 2003-02-26
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0824747666

This text examines films of biomolecules that can provide solid surfaces for catalyzing enzyme reactions, serve in biosensors and as biorecognition elements, mediate nanoparticle formation, and provide a basis for fundamental studies and applications in biomedicine and biomedical devices.

Molecular Materials

Molecular Materials
Author: Sanjay Malhotra
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 316
Release: 2017-05-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1482245965

The field of molecular materials research looks at the preparation and characterization of potentially useful materials with enhanced physical, chemical, and biomedical properties. Molecular Materials: Preparation, Characterization, and Applications discusses the cutting-edge interdisciplinary research in the area of advanced molecular-based materials. This book explores multiple aspects of molecular materials, including their synthesis and characterization, and gives information on their application in various fields.

Concepts and Design of Materials Nanoarchitectonics

Concepts and Design of Materials Nanoarchitectonics
Author: Omar Azzaroni
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
Total Pages: 521
Release: 2022-02-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1788018028

This book covers introductory features underlying the field of nanoarchitectonices, presenting a unifying overview of the theoretical aspects and emerging applications that are changing the capability to understand and design advanced functional materials.

Innovative Food Processing Technologies

Innovative Food Processing Technologies
Author:
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 2482
Release: 2020-08-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128157828

Food process engineering, a branch of both food science and chemical engineering, has evolved over the years since its inception and still is a rapidly changing discipline. While traditionally the main objective of food process engineering was preservation and stabilization, the focus today has shifted to enhance health aspects, flavour and taste, nutrition, sustainable production, food security and also to ensure more diversity for the increasing demand of consumers. The food industry is becoming increasingly competitive and dynamic, and strives to develop high quality, freshly prepared food products. To achieve this objective, food manufacturers are today presented with a growing array of new technologies that have the potential to improve, or replace, conventional processing technologies, to deliver higher quality and better consumer targeted food products, which meet many, if not all, of the demands of the modern consumer. These new, or innovative, technologies are in various stages of development, including some still at the R&D stage, and others that have been commercialised as alternatives to conventional processing technologies. Food process engineering comprises a series of unit operations traditionally applied in the food industry. One major component of these operations relates to the application of heat, directly or indirectly, to provide foods free from pathogenic microorganisms, but also to enhance or intensify other processes, such as extraction, separation or modification of components. The last three decades have also witnessed the advent and adaptation of several operations, processes, and techniques aimed at producing high quality foods, with minimum alteration of sensory and nutritive properties. Some of these innovative technologies have significantly reduced the thermal component in food processing, offering alternative nonthermal methods. Food Processing Technologies: A Comprehensive Review, Three Volume Set covers the latest advances in innovative and nonthermal processing, such as high pressure, pulsed electric fields, radiofrequency, high intensity pulsed light, ultrasound, irradiation and new hurdle technology. Each section will have an introductory article covering the basic principles and applications of each technology, and in-depth articles covering the currently available equipment (and/or the current state of development), food quality and safety, application to various sectors, food laws and regulations, consumer acceptance, advancements and future scope. It will also contain case studies and examples to illustrate state-of-the-art applications. Each section will serve as an excellent reference to food industry professionals involved in the processing of a wide range of food categories, e.g., meat, seafood, beverage, dairy, eggs, fruits and vegetable products, spices, herbs among others.