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The latest volume in the RSC Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Series is an introduction to genomics within the growing field of microfluidics.

Anyone wishing to bring micro and nanofluidic tools to the molecular and developmental biology lab should first seek out this book. With editors from both the industrial and academic sectors and a wide range of authors this book is an ideal companion to the study of genomics, whether at postgraduate or professional level.

Unravelling Single Cell Genomics contains colour images throughout the book, and is highly referenced to the latest primary literature. Why not read the first chapter for free today at the RSC publishing platform?

Chemiluminescence and Bioluminescence – recently published by RSC – is an                            all-encompassing review of the field. Divided into two sections, the book first examines the history and chemistry behind luminescence, then examines their applications in a variety of fields.

Edited by Aldo Roda, a world leader in Luminescence and author of more than 350 journal articles, the 608-page book naturally contains numerous colour images and contributions from many figures of the community, making

Particular emphasis is placed on the use of chemiluminescence and bioluminescence for the development of a variety of (bio)analytical methods, such as flow-assisted methods, enzyme-, antibody- or gene probe-based assays also in multiplexed formats, miniaturized analytical devices, biosensors, BRET and protein complementation assays, whole-cell biosensors, and bioluminescence molecular imaging.

The first chapter is free to view via the RSC Publishing Platform.

Nano comes from the Greek nanos (νᾶνος), meaning “dwarf”, and with the influx of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology into society today, many industries could be “standing on the shoulders of dwarfs”.

A recent addition to the RSC Nanoscience and Nanotechnology series, “Nano-Society” examines how far this technology has influenced every day life. The author, Michael Berger, is manager of the popular Nanowerk news website, and the book reflects the easy, readable style found on the website.

This book is essential reading for anyone wishing to get the Zeitgeist on nanotechnology, from the lay reader to professional nanotechnologist.

Written by Robert R Mather and Roger H Wardman, this is the only book to describe the chemistry of textile fibres at a level appropriate for ‘A’ level students and first-year undergraduates following courses in textile science and technology. Readers with a background in chemistry and an interest in the principles of functional fibre development will also find it to be of value.

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Edited by Mark Brouard and Claire Vallance from the University of Oxford and written by internationally recognised researchers, this book will appeal to students studying chemical physics who will find elements of this text interesting and useful.  Subjects covered range from the more traditional topics, such as potential energy surfaces, to more advanced and rapidly developing areas, such as femtochemistry and coherent control.

Tutorials in Molecular Reaction Dynamics includes extensive references to more advanced texts and research papers, and a series of ‘Study Boxes’ help readers grapple with the more difficult concepts. Each chapter is thoroughly cross-referenced, helping the reader to link concepts from different branches of the subject. Worked problems are included, and each chapter concludes with a selection of problems designed to test understanding of the subjects covered. Supplementary reading material, and worked solutions to the problems, are contained on a secure website.

Published under the auspices of both IUPAC and its affiliated body, the International Association of Chemical Thermodynamics (IACT), this book will serve as a guide to scientists or technicians who use equations of state for fluids.  Concentrating on the application of theory, the practical use of each type of equation is discussed and the strengths and weaknesses of each are addressed.  It includes material on the equations of state for chemically reacting and non-equilibrium fluids which have undergone significant developments and brings up to date the equations of state for fluids and fluid mixtures.  This reference will be useful for post graduate researchers in the fields of chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemistry and physics.

http://www.rsc.org/Shop/books/2010/9781847558060.asp

Now Published in the RSC Energy Series

Building Integrated Photovoltaic Thermal Systems for Sustainable Developments

Authors:  Basant Agrawal and G. N. Tiwari

Solar photovoltaics is one of the most promising renewable energy technologies, producing electricity on site directly from solar radiation. The BIPVT system is a technology which merges PV and thermal systems simultaneously providing both electric and thermal energy. Benefits of the BIPVT system include increased  electrical performance, faster payback  than traditional systems, negligible impact on the environment and the product is less expensive to install. In this exemplary new book the authors describe recent developments in PV technologies, various BIPVT systems and their applications, energy and exergy analysis, carbon dioxide migration, credit earned, life cycle cost analysis and conversion efficiency. It will be essential reading for students, scientists and engineers involved in energy studies, architecture and building design.

http://www.rsc.org/publishing/ebooks/2010/9781849730907.asp

Now Published in the Issues in Toxicology Series

In Silico Toxicology: Principles and Applications

Editors: Mark T. D. Cronin and Judith C. Madden

In Silico methods to predict toxicity are becoming increasingly important, particularly in light of European legislation such as REACH. The objective of this exemplary new book is to enable the reader to develop new and use existing, in silico methods to predict the toxicity and fate of chemicals. The book develops the theme in a logical sequence leading the reader through the retrieval and assessment of quality, of toxicological data and information, the calculation of descriptors and properties, the basis of statistical techniques for QSARs, the interpretation and validation of models for regulatory use, the mechanistic basis to modelling, as well as chemical grouping approaches and application of models for risk assessment. With contributions from recognised leaders and real-world case studies the book will be essential reading for toxicologists and modellers using in silico approaches to perform risk assessment for regulatory purposes.

http://www.rsc.org/shop/books/2010/9781849730044.asp