Pooja Agarwal - Böcker

Biomaterials include a versatile group of molecules that have been designed to interact with biological systems for various applications and polymeric biomaterials are being designed based on their availability and compatibility. This book summarizes fabrication techniques, features, usage, and promising applications of polymeric biomaterials in diversified areas including advantageous industrial applications. Each chapter exclusively covers a distinct application associated with major classes of polymeric biomaterials.Features:Provides platform related to fabrication and advancement of all categories of polymeric biomaterialsExplores advancement of pertinent biomedical and drug delivery systemsIncludes wide range of biomaterials and its application in diversified fieldsGives out environmental justification of green biopolymers and their applications in water remediationDiscusses advanced applications of bio-composite polymers viz. food packaging and anti-corrosive coatingsThis book is aimed at researchers in Polymer Sciences, Biomaterials, Chemical/Bio Engineering, Materials Chemistry, and Biotechnology.

Biomaterials include a versatile group of molecules that have been designed to interact with biological systems for various applications and polymeric biomaterials are being designed based on their availability and compatibility. This book summarizes fabrication techniques, features, usage, and promising applications of polymeric biomaterials in diversified areas including advantageous industrial applications. Each chapter exclusively covers a distinct application associated with major classes of polymeric biomaterials.Features:Provides platform related to fabrication and advancement of all categories of polymeric biomaterialsExplores advancement of pertinent biomedical and drug delivery systemsIncludes wide range of biomaterials and its application in diversified fieldsGives out environmental justification of green biopolymers and their applications in water remediationDiscusses advanced applications of bio-composite polymers viz. food packaging and anti-corrosive coatingsThis book is aimed at researchers in Polymer Sciences, Biomaterials, Chemical/Bio Engineering, Materials Chemistry, and Biotechnology.

Nanopesticides, Nanoherbicides, and Nanofertilizers: Formulations and Applications demonstrates the potential for nanomaterials to revolutionize modern agriculture to become more sustainable. A team of expert scientists explain how the nanoformulation of traditionally used herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides can protect large-scale crops from unwanted weeds and pests as well as from the environmental side effects that are caused by the bulk application of chemicals. This book demonstrates how nanomaterials, such as hydroxyapatite, clay minerals, zeolites, and polyacrylic acid, have been successfully used to develop fertilizers that promote a slower release of chemicals due to the unique properties of nanomaterials. Their use in lower concentrations helps in decreasing the toxicity to non-targeted organisms as well as lowering the risk of environmental degradation.FEATURES:Categorically discusses the formulations and applications of nanopestides, nanoherbicides, and nanofertilizers, as well as their impact on the environmentPresents chapters on patent landscape, environmental acceptability, and environmental risksAddresses degradation of nanoparticles as well expected toxicity and drawbacks of nanomaterial-based pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizersThis book is essential reading for researchers and professionals working in the fields of biotechnology, nanomaterials and agricultural chemistry.

Advancements through Sustainable Green Nanocomposites investigates how nanotechnology plays a role in tackling global sustainability challenges. Moreover, the ongoing aim is to link innovative findings of nanomaterials with promising sustainable applications in different industries. In this context, the authors focus on providing applications of sustainable and biogenic synthethis methods, sustainable practices, etc., to develop novel nanocomposites that are functional but have limited consequences to the environment. The authors use interdisciplinary perspectives leading toward understanding how sustainable nanocomposites can accelerate transportation of such applications into environmental remediation, agriculture, construction, health care, and more.The scope of this book encompasses the assessment of the synthesis, classification, and applications of sustainable nanocomposites, with emphasis on environmental, economic, and social benefits and impacts. What establishes this book as unique is its approach to combine extensive disclosures on science to applications, with a laudable focus on biodegradable materials, as well as recyclable materials, while sensibly appreciating regulatory frameworks and environmental impacts. Accordingly, this book can benefit researchers, professionals within the industry, and policymakers interested in the situational applications of nanotechnology for sustainable development.Key Features: · Comprehensive coverage of green synthesis: Explores both plant-extract-based and microbial synthesis methods to produce environmentally friendly nanocomposites.· Sustainable/green applications: Identifies nanocomposites applications in environmental remediation (including water, air, and soil), corrosion inhibition, agriculture, construction, textiles, and pharmaceuticals.· Material classifications: Includes in-depth discussions on carbon-based, polymer-based, ceramic-based, metal-based, and hybrid nanocomposites.· Sustainability focus: Discusses environmental impact, life-cycle assessments, biodegradability, and circular economy principles.· Emerging trends: Discusses advances in plasmonic nanocomposites, nanofiller-enhanced membranes, and computational modeling to guide predictive design.· Industry-specific insights: Provides illustrations of potential, real-life applications such as graphene-reinforced paints designed for the automotive industry, cellulose nanofiber coatings used in marine applications, and nanofertilizers for sustainable agriculture.· Regulatory and social considerations: Discusses aspects of regulatory compliance, environmental safety, and the societal benefits sustainable nanocomposites provide.Advancements through Sustainable Green Nanocomposites will serve as a definitive guide to understanding and applying sustainable nanotechnology solutions. It is ideal for researchers, material scientists, environmental engineers, and industry professionals working within nanotechnology, environmental science, and materials engineering fields. It will appeal to policymakers and educators interested in sustainable development and circular economy concepts who wish to provide insights and actionable detail to decidedly move toward the incorporation of green nanocomposites into practice.

OILS AND FATS AS RAW MATERIALS FOR INDUSTRYThis new volume emphasizes the sources, structure, chemistry, treatment, modification, and potential applications for oils and fats as raw materials in industry.Oils and fats can be used as raw materials in many industries including food and agriculture, as surfactants in laundry detergents and cosmetics, as well as in pharmaceuticals. Moreover, unsaturated vegetable oils are also suitable to form epoxides and hence, are important in the manufacturing of paints and adhesives. Limited sources of petrochemicals and their harmful effects on health and the environment also promote the use of naturally occurring oils and fats as biodiesel after some chemical modification. Moreover, a vast variety of nonedible oils that can be obtained from easily cultivable plant species are receiving great interest from researchers because they not only yield cost-effective products but are also proven as a substrate to promote sustainable research.In this book, the editors will cover all possible industrial applications of the products that are formed using edible and non-edible vegetable oils. Vegetable oils are not a new research area, although they are considered an evergreen or long-lasting topic as most of the research in synthetic chemistry has been carried out on vegetable oils.

Tackle the global challenge of environmental sustainability with this essential book, which provides a critical review of innovative and sustainable solid waste management strategies by leveraging advanced technologies like AI and geographic information system-based predictive models. Solid waste products are continuously generated due to rapid industrialization activities and population growth. These solid waste products severely affect the environment and societal health. An efficient management system for solid waste products requires appropriate transportation, infrastructure, and disposal facilities. Recently, conventional disposal techniques have encountered many challenges, including inadequate landfill disposal, management of hazardous solid waste, and operational inefficiencies. Advanced technologies based on predictive models of artificial intelligence and geographic information systems (GIS) are being used to address these concerns. Remote sensing GIS systems efficiently predict the nature and trends of waste generation areas using data captured by aerial photography, videography, and integrated sensors. Artificial intelligence-based methodologies are computationally designed to mimic the human mind and are successfully employed for the development of strategies for the generation, segregation, storage, and treatment of solid waste. This book explores recent trends, innovations, and recycling methods for a sustainable approach to managing solid waste products and provides a critical review of various approaches, process engineering economics, and sustainable valorization techniques for biological waste products, making it an invaluable resource for beginners and seasoned practitioners.

This book covers autoimmune connective tissue diseases, an enigmatic area of dermatology that often pose a challenge to the treating dermatologists.