Nanoscale Processing

Discusses recent advances in the synthesis, deposition, use, and characterization of nanomaterials, including zero dimensional, carbon-based, and liposomal nanostructures

Sabu Thomas (Edited by), Preetha Balakrishnan (Edited by)

9780128205693, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 27 October 2020

554 pages, 130 illustrations (80 in full color)
23.4 x 19 x 3.4 cm, 1.11 kg

Nanoscale Processing outlines recent advances in processing techniques for a range of nanomaterial types. New developments in the processing of nanostructured materials are being applied in diverse fields. This book offers in-depth information and analysis of a range of processing techniques for nanostructures, and also covers nanocharacterization aspects thoroughly. Topics covered include zero dimensional nanostructures, nanostructured biomaterials, carbon-based nanostructures, polymeric and liposomal nanostructures, and quantum dots. This book is an important resource for materials scientists and engineers looking to learn more about a variety of processing techniques for various nanomaterial classes, for use in both the industrial and biomedical sectors.

1. Basic concepts and processing of nanostructures materials
2. Nanomaterials: Synthesis, physicochemical characterization, and biopharmaceutical applications
3. One-dimensional (1D) nanomaterials: Nanorods and nanowires
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4. Carbon-based nanostructures and nanomaterials
5. Fabrication of nanostructures by physical techniques
6. Liposomal nanostructures: Properties and applications
7. Quantum dots: A brief introduction
8. Magnetic nanoparticles
9. Nanoscale self-assembly
10. Nanocellulose and its composite films: Applications, properties, preparation methods, and limitations
11. Nanostructures for biomedical devices
12. Nanostructures for humidity sensing and photocatalytic applications
13. Nanostructures for antimicrobial therapy
14. Nanocomposites of polymer matrices: Nanoscale processing
15. Hybrid organic-inorganic nanostructures in proton exchange membranes for fuel cells
16. Nanostructured hydroxyapatite biomaterial as gas sensor
17. Processing strategies of chitosan-built nano-hydrogel as smart drug carriers
18. Ultradeformable liposomal nanostructures: Role in transdermal delivery of therapeutics

Subject Areas: Materials science [TGM]