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Guest post from the Editor of Green Synthetic Processes and Procedures

Our Green Chemistry Series has now been running for just over a decade. To mark this anniversary we asked the Editors of some of the first books in the Series whether they wanted to re-visit the topics of those books for an update. Professor Roberto Ballini from the University of Camerino was one such Editor. Here he has written a few words about his new book Green Synthetic Processes and Procedures.


Back in 2009 the RSC commissioned me to act as editor for the book Eco-Friendly Synthesis of Fine Chemicals, a book dedicated to the concepts of Green Chemistry. The Book aroused a lot of interest and a very large number of copies were sold.

A decade has passed since then, and there has been great growth in the field of Green Chemistry, both in the Industry and Academia. Providing a thorough overview of the current green synthetic topics, from biocatalysis to sonochemistry, the RSC once again asked me to organize, as Editor, the publication of a new book with the most recent advances in the field of Green Synthetic Processes and Procedures. The book will be published in July 2019 and is intended as a useful resource for any chemist wishing to design cleaner and safer procedures.

Organized in fifteen chapters the book is dedicated to several of the main topics of Green Chemistry and is written by leading experts in the field.

  • Chapter one provides an update on the concepts, the sustainability values and the new metrics of Green Chemistry.
  • Chapter two treats the recent developments in One-Pot reactions, including cascade reactions, stepwise reactions and multicomponent reactions.
  • Chapter three deals with the utility of step, cumulative and global E-factor and PMI (process mass intensity) metrics for the analysis of material efficiency with synthesis plans, with particular attention to pharmaceuticals.
  • Chapters four and five report the advantages of Flow Chemistry.
  • Chapter six illustrates a series of recent examples of combining multicomponent reactions with bio-catalysis and the use of renewable starting materials derived from biomass.
  • Chapter seven aims to stimulate further progress in organic synthesis by describing harmless and green technologies, since hydrodynamic cavitation and ultrasound create unique, high-energy microenvironments.
  • Chapters eight and nine describe the application of mechanical energy (mechanochemistry) to achieve chemical transformations for the preparation of important targets, including heterocycles, pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
  • Chapter ten is devoted to synthesis under microwave heating conditions and neat reactions. In fact, the use of organic synthesis is one of the main causes of pollution and risk for humans. The use of microwave (MWs) for the heating of mixtures, the combination of solvent-free protocols and MWs-assisted organic synthesis is therefore the most challenging tool to abide by the 12 green principles. This chapter reports on recent reports, benefits and challenges of synergies between MW heating and neat reactions.
  • Chapter eleven deals with the synthesis of phenolic compounds by catalytic reactions and process is examined, with special focus on sustainability issues. Considerable steps forward have been made with the development of phenols and diphenols
  • Chapter twelve treats the micellar catalysis with transition metal complexes as one of the major tool in the organic chemist since it can be considered an important technology that allows the use of water as the reaction medium. The range of reactions in which micellar media can be successfully used, is very wide.
  • Chapter thirteen is dedicated to the advantages offered by the use of materials based on ionic liquids (ILs). Materials based on ILs can overcome many drawbacks observed in the classical Ionic Liquids and provides a substantial reduction in the amount of IL required for a given application. This decreases accordingly the associated cost, facilitates handling and manipulation and greatly mitigates the potential environmental risks.
  • Chapter fourteen collects and describes representatives of the current literature on the use of CO2 and organic carbonates for sustainable valorization of renewable compounds.
  • Chapter fifteen shows the breadth of transition metal-catalyzed methods (the catalyst can be recovered and recycled) in water for the addition of terminal alkynes to a variety of electrophiles.

Thus the book provides a broad spectrum of recent advances and recent trends in sustainable synthesis. The volume will be very useful both for those involved in scientific research and in the dissemination of the Green Chemistry sector.


You can view the full table of contents and pre-order this book through our website. Remember to check back once the book has been published when the first chapter will be available to read for free.

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Catalysis Series celebrates 30 books

Front cover of Dienamine Catalysis

With the publication of Dienamine Catalysis for Organic Synthesis by Anebouselvy, Ramachary and Kumar, the Catalysis Series sees the milestone publication of its 30th book. The Series will also mark the ten-year anniversary of its first publication in June.

Led by newly appointed Editor-in-chief Justin Hargreaves, the series covers both research developments and applications of catalysis. Since the publication of its first book, Carbons and Carbon Supported Catalysts in Hydroprocessing, the Series has covered topics including metal nanoparticles, hetergoneous gold catalysts and trends in cross-coupling.

 

About the book

In the past decade, a new era in asymmetric catalysis has been realised by the discovery of L-proline induced chiral enamines from carbonyls. Building on the momentum of this rapidly expanding research area, Dienamine Catalysis for Organic Synthesis provides a comprehensive introduction, covering preformed dienamine species, in situ generation and applications in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and natural products.

 

Other Recently Published Books in the series include:

  • Zeolites in Catalysis edited by Jiří Čejka and Russell E Morris (ISBN 978-1-78262-784-5, 2017)
  • Biocatalysis: an Industrial Perspective edited by Pablo Domínguez de María and Gonzalo de Gonzalo (ISBN 978-1-78262-619-0, 2017)

View all titles in the Catalysis Series

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Drug Discovery Series Celebrates 60 Books

Drug Discovery for LeishmaniasisWith the publication of Drug Discovery in Leishmaniasis by Luis Rivas and Carmen Gil, the Drug Discovery Series sees the milestone publication of 60 books in the series.

Led by Editor in Chief David Thurston, the series covers all aspects of drug discovery and medicinal chemistry making use of expert case studies to accessibly detail both fundamental science and cutting-edge technologies. Since 2010 with the publication of Metabolism, Pharmacokinetics and Toxicity of Functional Groups the series has gone on to cover hot topics from nanomedicines and epigenetics to anti-aging drugs and green chemistry.

Books in the series include:

  • Organic Chemistry of Drug Degradation edited by Min Li (ISBN 978-1-84973-421-9, 2012)
  • New Frontiers in Chemical Biology: Enabling Drug Discovery edited by Mark Bunnage (ISBN 978-1-84973-125-6, 2010)
  • Peptide-based Drug Discovery edited by Ved Srivastava (ISBN 978-1-78262-732-6, 2017)

View all 60 titles in the Drug Discovery Series.

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The Books Catalogue 2017 is here

As a specialist publisher working with internationally respected authors, we support scientists, researchers, students and teachers with high quality, internationally respected chemical science books that span the breadth of our subject. Our collection is made up of over 1,500 books – and it’s growing.

To explore our latest titles and find out what’s on the horizon, download your copy of our Books Catalogue.

There’s a lot to look forward to in 2017.

Highlights include:

  • more volumes added to established series
  • two completely new series – Food Chemistry, Function and Analysis provides comprehensive coverage of important topics in food science and chemistry, and Advances in Chemistry Education reviews developments in chemistry education internationally
  • unique additions to our textbook selection, with exciting works on organic synthesis, catalysis, mathematical tools for NMR and microfluidics
  • new editions of classic textbooks including Handbook of Surface Plasmon Resonance, An Introduction to Ionic Liquids and Chemistry of Polymers
  • explorations of the chemistry of daily life in The Chemical Story of Olive Oil, Coffee: Chemistry, Quality and Health, Poisons and Poisonings, and The Science Behind the Superheroes.

And that’s just a taste of what’s waiting for you inside the catalogue.

Would you prefer a print version of our Books Catalogue? Just send us your address and we’ll be happy to post one out to you.

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New Textbooks

The following textbooks have recently been published by the Royal Society of Chemistry, and can be found in our bookshop.

Crime Scene to Court (4th edition)

The first edition of Crime Scene to Court was published in 1998 after Peter White discovered that he couldn’t find a suitable textbook covering forensic techniques and practises with which to teach his undergraduate and postgraduate students. Now, in its 4th edition, this book is ideal for anyone studying forensic science or law with a limited background in science, or anyone with a role in an investigation.

Forensic Toxicology

This book is an essential resource for postgraduate students and researchers of forensic toxicology who need the latest data and knowledge in the field. Some of the topics discussed include pharmacoepidemiology, the use and abuse of drugs in driving, sport, and the workplace, and new drug groups and their impact on legislation.

Stimuli-Responsive Materials

This book introduces the concepts of responsiveness to external stimuli, an attractive feature for many applications. Written by a renowned expert in the field, this book provides readers with comprehensive scientific principles and developments of stimuli-responsive materials, as well as the recent technological advances.

Introduction to Photocatalysis

This is an ideal textbook for graduate students of catalysis, environmental science, materials science and chemical engineering. Topics covered in this book include the fundamental principles and applicable techniques of light, solid state physics, electrochemistry, reaction kinetics, materials processing, and future prospects of application of photocatalysis.

Principles of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry

This new edition includes the up-to-date advances in analytical techniques and applications of this field, and is written by the field’s experts. This book is written as an aid for students and lecturers alike, and to those in industry, as an invaluable source of information.


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A Flash of Light

In a book that covers a host of fascinating light-related topics such as the hues of alien sunsets to the psychology of colour, Mark Lorch and Andy Miah provide an illuminating insight into how and why we see the universe the way we do.

A Flash of Light was written in just a weekend in a novel experiment at the 2015 Manchester Science Festival, in which Dr Lorch and Professor Miah challenged a group of academics to write a book with the public watching over their

shoulders. Dr Lorch said: “fuelled with caffeine and take-out and inspired by each other’s company, we knocked out a book that we are really very proud of”.

If you have ever wondered about the science of colour and light, and want some simple and fun “try this at home” ideas, this book can be yours for just £12. The book can be purchased here and found as an e-book from online retailers.

Don’t forget that Royal Society of Chemistry members, authors and reviews are eligible for discounts off our books. Please contact our books team for your discount code.

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Advanced Nanomaterials

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Register now for ANM 2016

25 – 27 July 2016

These international nanotechnology symposia, which will be hosted simultaneously as parallel sessions, promote the gathering of scientists, students and industry experts to exchange and enhance their knowledge and vanguard ideas for future applications.

The topics explored will include and are not limited to:

  • nanomaterials
  • nanoelectronics
  • nanoenergy
  • nanomedicine
  • nanomechanics
  • graphenematerials
  • spintronics materials
  • devices
  • fabrication
  • characterization
  • theoretical study

You can find out more here.

New Publication from the Royal Society of Chemistry

Supramolecular Chemistry at Surfaces covers different methods of preparing and studying self-assembled structures at surfaces and interfaces. Written by a leading expert in the field, this is the first book to give a      multidisciplinary view of the supramolecular aspects of interfaces providing the reader with an objective summary of all the deposition methods and their characterisation. The book will appeal to students and  researchers in supramolecular chemistry, nanoscience, polymer chemistry and physics, surface science and materials science.

By:         David B Amabilino

Published:         April 2016

£179.99 available from pubs.rsc.org/bookshop

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Supramolecular chemistry books news

Register now for MASC2015

Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd December 2015, Durham University


The annual Macrocyclic and Supramolecular Chemistry Group meeting organised by Prof. Jonathan W. Steed will take place next month. The Royal Society of Chemistry will have a booth so come and browse our newly published books in the Monographs is Supramolecular Chemistry series!

MASC is a long running conference series that attracts prominent international speakers and provides an excellent forum for PhD students and postdocs to showcase their work.  The group is chaired by Prof. Philip Gale and past group chairmen have included Prof. Thorfinnur Gunnlaugsson, Prof. Peter Tasker, Prof. Bob Hay, Prof. Martin Schroder, Prof. David Parker FRS and Prof. Paul Beer.  More information and details about how to register can be found on the MASC website.

New books published

The following books have been recently published in our Monographs in Supramolecular Chemistry series.  You can purchase any of these books in the Royal Society of Chemistry bookshop or you can read the first chapter for free through your Personal RSC Publishing Account.

Pillararenes

Pillararenes are a new class of macrocyclic hosts, which have applications in sensing, material synthesis and biomedicine.  This book covers all aspects of Pillararene synthesis, their host-guest properties and supramolecular assemblies.  This book is edited by the leader in this field and will appeal to graduate students and academics alike.

Polyrotaxane and Slide-Ring Materials

Polyrotaxane is a necklace-like supramolecule in which many cyclic molecules can be threaded and cross-linked together to form functional polymeric materials.  The resulting movable cross-linked structure yields unique properties with potential applications in new films, elastomers and coatings.  This book, authored by the inventor of slide-ring materials, provides a comprehensive guide to slide-ring synthesis, functionality, analysis and application.

Synthetic Receptors for Biomolecules: Design, Principles and Applications

Synthetic receptor molecules mimic antibody recognition and are widely used in sensing and drug development.  This book covers the most effective synthetic receptors for each major class of biomolecules.  The book is written in an accessible style making it appeal to those new to supramolecular chemistry as well as those looking for information on specific synthetic receptors.

The following books will be published in the next couple of weeks and can be pre-ordered now:

Boron: Sensing, Synthesis and Supramolecular Self-Assembly

This book provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments in the field of boronic acid-based receptors.  The synthesis and self assembly of these receptors are covered in detail together with the applications of boron in chemical molecular sensors. Containing contributions from leading research groups in this field, this book will appeal to researchers of all levels in organic chemistry, supramolecular chemistry, materials science and bio-organic chemistry.

Porous Polymers: Design, Synthesis and Applications

Porous materials with very large internal surface areas are of great interest for applications in energy storage and environmental remediation.  This book describes the significant recent progress in the development of different porous frameworks, with particular focus on the relationship between structure design, synthesis methods and properties.  The book provides a comprehensive overview of different porous polymer systems, which will be of interest researchers and graduate students alike.

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Books for 2016 – find them all in our new catalogues

Highlights for the year (and where to find them):

  • Explore the new RSC Chemical Biology Series, find out what we’re adding to the Green Chemistry, Drug Discovery and Issues in Toxicology series, and view the latest popular science titles in the Books Catalogue 2016.
  • Request free inspection copies of student-friendly textbooks, full of subject-specific information, and find out more about new editions such as Food: The Chemistry of its Components 6th edition in our Textbook and course materials catalogue.
  • Browse textbooks, series volumes and reference titles including our acclaimed Drug Discovery Series, or order McCance & Widdowson’s The Composition of Foods (7th summary edition) and Molecular Biology and Biotechnology 6th edition through the Life Sciences books catalogue.

From professional reference to popular science

Developed to provide a broad choice of highly relevant content, we now have more than 1,500 print and over 1,300 eBooks to choose from in our portfolio. This includes additions to current Series, new editions of classic textbooks and some great new titles that put chemistry into the context of daily life.

High quality, highly relevant, with options to suit your budget

Print books

From cutting-edge reference works to proceedings of our popular Faraday Discussions, our print books are available as series, subject sets and individual titles.

eBook collections

Available by year or subject, and divided into 11 key areas from analytical to physical chemistry, our eBook Collection includes professional reference titles, specialist periodical reports and special publications.

eBook Pick and Choose

If you’re looking for something a little more flexible, this model allows you to choose a package to suit your library from the eBook Collection. With a minimum spend of £1,000, it’s ideal for smaller institutions.

Can we help you find something?

For more information about our portfolio, please get in touch. Print copies of our Books Catalogue are also available – please contact us with your mailing address if you would like one.

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New materials books from the Royal Society of Chemistry

Take a look at these recently published Materials Science books covering topics across a number of our portfolio series by clicking on the links below. You can access the front matter, table of contents and the first chapter of these eBooks for free.

New in the RSC Smart Materials Series

Book cover: Semiconductor NanowiresSemiconductor Nanowires edited by Wei Lu and Jie Xiang

This book provides a timely reference on semiconductor nanowires including an introduction to their synthesis and properties and specific chapters focusing on the different applications including photovoltaics, nanogenerators, transistors, biosensors and photonics. This is the first book dedicated to Semiconductor Nanowires and provides an invaluable resource for researchers already working in the area as well as those new to the field.

Edited by leading experts in the field and with contributions from well-known scientists, the book will appeal to both those working on fundamental nanomaterial research and those commercially interested in their applications.

Book cover: Photocured MaterialsPhotocured Materials edited by Atul Tiwari and Alexander Polykarpov

The materials technologies based on photocuring are gaining momentum, and this will be the first book to provide an in-depth focus on the subject. This book summarises the fundamentals required to understand the field, characterises the use of novel materials and the development of synthetic aspects, and discusses the future of the technology.

The comprehensive review chapters are suitable for a broad readership from diverse backgrounds including chemistry, physics, materials science and engineering, medical science, pharmacy, biotechnology and biomedical engineering. Photocured Materials will be of interest to students, researchers, scientists, engineers and professors.

New in the RSC Soft Matter Series

Book cover: Particle-Stabilized Emulsions and ColloidsParticle-Stabilized Emulsions and Colloids edited by To Ngai and Stefan Bon

In many cases of colloidal particles at interfaces, the mechanism of particle interactions is still unknown. Particle-Stabilized Emulsions and Colloids looks at recent studies on the behaviour of particles at liquid interfaces. The book first introduces the basic concepts and principles of colloidal particles at liquid-liquid interfaces including the interactions and conformations. The book then discusses the latest advances in emulsions and bicontinuous emulsions stabilized by both solid and soft particles and finally the book covers applications in food science and oil extraction.

With contributions from leading experts in these fields, this book will provide a background to academic researchers, engineers, and graduate students in chemistry, physics and materials science. The commercial aspects will also be of interest to those working in the cosmetics, food and oil industry.

Hydrogels in Cell-Based Therapies edited by Che J Connon  and Ian W Hamley

Book cover: Hydrogels in Cell-Based TherapiesThis book looks at the use of different polymers and other bionanomaterials to fabricate different hydrogel systems and their biomedical applications including enzyme responsive hydrogels and biomaterials, thermally responsive hydrogels, collagen gels and alginates.

With complementary expertise in cell biology and soft materials, the Editors provide a comprehensive overview of recent updates in this extremely topical field. This highly interdisciplinary subject will appeal to researchers in cell biology, biochemistry, biomaterials and polymer science and those interested in hydrogel applications.

New in the RSC Polymer Chemistry Series

Book cover: Cationic Polymers in Regenerative MedicineCationic Polymers in Regenerative Medicine edited by Sangram K. Samal and Peter Dubruel

This book brings together the expertise of leading experts in the field to provide a comprehensive overview of the recent advances in cationic polymer synthesis, modification and the design of biomaterials with different structures for therapeutic applications. Chapters cover recent developments in novel cationic polymer based systems including poly(L-lysine), Poly(N,N-dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate)  and cationic triazine dendrimers as well as cationic polymer-coated micro- and nanoparticles and cationic cellulose and chitin nanocrystals. Applications discussed in the book include drug and gene delivery, therapeutics in thrombosis and inflammation as well as gene therapy.

Suitable both for an educational perspective for those new to the field and those already active in the field, the book will appeal for postgraduates and researchers. The broad aspects of the topics covered are suitable for polymer chemists interested in the fundamentals of the materials systems as well as pharmaceutical chemists, bioengineering and medical professionals interested in their applications.

Did you know?

You can now keep up-to-date with the latest books published from the Royal Society of Chemistry with our eBook Table of Content Email Alerts. Sign up today by selecting RSC eBook Collection in the Book Alerts section on the Email Alerts Service Form.

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