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It is generally recognized that the commercial success of biotechnology products is highly dependent on the successful development and application of high-powered separation and purification methods. In this practical and authoritative handbook, the separation of proteins, nucleic acids, and oligonucleotides from biological matrices is covered from analytical to process scales. Also included in a chapter on the separation of monoclonal antibodies, which have found numerous uses as therapeutic and diagnostic agents. Analytical techniques include an interesting montage of chromatographic methods, capillary electrophoresis, isoelectric focusing, and mass spectrometry. Among separation and purification methods, liquid-liquid distribution, displacement chromatography, expanded bed adsorption, membrane chromatography, and simulated moving bed chromatography are covered at length. Regulatory and economic considerations are addressed, as are plant and process equipment and engineering process control. A chapter on future developments highlights the application of DNA chip arrays as well as evolving methodologies for a large number of drugs that are under development for treatment of cancer, AIDS, rheumatoid arthritis, and Alzheimer's disease. Handbook of Bioseparations serves as an essential reference and guidebook for separation scientists working in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, academia, and government laboratories.Key Features• Covers bioseparations of proteins, nucleic acids, and monoclonal antibodies• Encompasses both analytical and process-scale methods• Elucidates the importance of engineering process control• Details selection of plant and process equipment• Addresses economic considerations• Discusses future developments

Designed for undergraduates, graduate students, and industry practitioners, Bioseparations Science and Engineering fills a critical need in the field of bioseparations. Current, comprehensive, and concise, it covers bioseparations unit operations in unprecedented depth. In each of the chapters, the authors use a consistent method of explaining unit operations, starting with a qualitative description noting the significance and general application of the unit operation. They then illustrate the scientific application of the operation, develop the required mathematical theory, and finally, describe the applications of the theory in engineering practice, with an emphasis on design and scaleup. Unique to this text is a chapter dedicated to bioseparations process design and economics, in which a process simular, SuperPro Designer® is used to analyze and evaluate the production of three important biological products. New to this second edition are updated discussions of moment analysis, computer simulation, membrane chromatography, and evaporation, among others, as well as revised problem sets. Unique features include basic information about bioproducts and engineering analysis and a chapter with bioseparations laboratory exercises. Bioseparations Science and Engineering is ideal for students and professionals working in or studying bioseparations, and is the premier text in the field.

Rapid advances in molecular biology have accelerated the production of a great number of protein-based therapeutic agents. The major cost in producing these proteins appears to be associated with their purification from the complex mixture of the crude extract. A major challenge to the protein biochemist and the biochemical engineer is the development of rapid, efficient, and cost-effective purification systems. This volume presents state-of-the-art reviews of current methods used in the purifica­ tion of biological macromolecules that are based on molecular interactions. Thus, the major emphasis is placed on affinity-related techniques. Part I provides a general introduction to affinity chromatography and includes a chapter describing an interesting new technique called'slalom chromatography'for DNA fractionations. Affinity chromatography using molecules of biological origin as the affinity ligand is covered in Part II. Part III describes the use of a special class of biomolecules, antibodies, as affinity ligands. Affinity chromatography with biomimetic ligands is discussed in Part IV. Newer concepts and their applications in bioseparation are presented in Part V. Part VI covers affinity-related techniques such as affinity-based extracorporeal shunts, affinity electrophoresis, affinity precipitation, and affinity extraction. I would like to express my sincere thanks to all the authors, who are recognized experts in their respective fields, for their cooperation and contributions. I thank the editorial staff of Plenum Press for their professionalism, and Mary Phillips Born, Senior Editor, for her encouragement. The support of my family (Ping and Peilin) made it possible to complete editing this book. That T.

The biopharmaceutical industry has become an increasingly important player in the global economy, and the success of these products depends on the development and implementation of cost-effective, robust and scaleable production processes. Bioseparations-also called downstream processing- can be a key source of competitive advantageto biopharmaceut

This book covers the fundamentals of protein inactivation during bioseparation and the effect on protein processing. Bioseparation of Proteins is unique because it provides a background of the bioseparation processes, and it is the first book available to emphasize the influence of the different bioseparation processes on protein inactivation.Bioseparation of Proteins covers the extent, mechanisms of, and control of protein inactivation during these processes along with the subsequent and essential validation of these processes. The book focuses on the avoidance of protein (biologicalproduct) inactivation at each step in a bioprocess. It compares protein inactivation exhibited during the different bioseparation processes by different workers and provides a valuable framework for workers in different areas interested in bioseparations.Topics include separation and detection methods; estimates of protein inactivation and an analysis of this problem for different separation processes; strategies for avoiding inactivation; the molecular basis of surface activity and protein adsorption,process monitoring, and product validation techniques; and the economics of various bioseparation processes and quality control procedures.Key Features• Protein inactivation and other aspects of biological stability are critical to an effective bioseparation process; This book is a detailed and critical review of the available literature in an area that is essential to the effectiveness, validation, and economics of bioseparation processes for drugs and other biological products; Conveniently assembled under one cover, the survey of the literature and resulting perspective will greatly assist engineers and chemists in designingand improving their own processes; Key features of the text include:• detailed data on biological stability under various bioseparation conditions• extensive case studies from the literature on separation processes, validation, and economics• simplified analysis of protein refolding and inactivation mechanisms• consideration of adsorption theories and the effect of heterogeneity• coverage of both classical and novel bioseparation techniques, including chromatographic procedures

The use of biotechnology in chemical synthesis offers up numerous advantages to the engineer in the process industries, but it also presents a number of fundamental challenges and difficulties which impinge directly on separation process requirements. The use of biochemical separations has grown significantly during the past decade, and is especially used in process industries such as healthcare and food processing. However it is becoming increasingly more important in areas such as recycling and waste-water treatment and as industry shifts towards cleaner processes biochemical separations will continue to grow. The two main objectives of this book are to focus on the application of existing separation process techniques to the recovery and purification of biologically derived products and to examine the state of knowledge of new techniques which have future potential. Within these objectives the complexities and breadth of problems associated with biological separations are discussed, specific engineering techniques are featured and their adaptation to biochemical separations are highlighted.

The challenge of bioseparations is to isolate and purify identified products from the dilute product broth produced from cell culture. Innovation in bioseparations technology is increasingly driven by the requirements imposed by the growing importance of production on a process scale of injectable-grade products, and economic pressures to improve the efficiency of downstream processing. As in other areas of technical change, science does not necessarily precede new technology: progress results from a complex and messy mixture of advances in understanding, ingenious ideas, novel techniques and chance discoveries. What is certain is that close interaction between academics and practitioners, biological scientists and process engineers is needed to solve the problems of bioseparations. The Second International Conference on Separations for Biotechnology at Reading, UK, in September 1990 set out to provide a critical multidisciplinary forum for the discussion of bioseparations. This volume contains the papers presented at the meeting. The meeting was organised around six themes with oral and poster presentations on the science and practice of bioseparations technology, and the same structure has been kept for this book. We have also included the texts of the keynote review paper by Professor Alan Michaels and the introductory review papers specially commissioned for the conference. Within each part of this book the review paper is followed by the contributed papers grouped alphabetically by their first author. All the original papers published here were accepted for publication after scientific refereeing.

Current Trends and Future Developments on (Bio-) Membranes: Membrane Processes in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnological field presents the main membrane techniques along with their basic principles, mode of operations, and applications. It covers well-known techniques such as ultrafiltration and membrane chromatography, while also exploring emerging membrane technologies which are finding their way in pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, including membrane emulsification, membrane bioreactors, and solvent-resistant nanofiltration. State-of-the-art applications of membrane systems in areas such as drug delivery and virus removal are also investigated by leading experts in the field. Current Trends and Future Developments on (Bio-) Membranes: Membrane Processes in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnological field is a definitive reference for academics, post-graduates, and researchers in the subjects of biochemical engineering, pharmaceutics, and biotechnology. It is also useful to R&D companies and institutions in these areas, specifically those interested in bioseparations, biopurification, bioproduction, and drug delivery. - Offers an overview of classical membrane-based separation techniques such as ultrafiltration, microfiltration and virus filtration - Discusses emerging membrane-based separation techniques such as nofiltration in the presence of solvent, membrane emulsification and membrane crystallization - Outlines their applications to bioseparation, biopurification and bioproduction - Includes examples in the production of vaccines, antibiotics, biomolecules, drugs, DNA and cells - Lists membranes systems for drug delivery like liposomes, nanocapsules and bilayer membranes

Separation Process Principles with Applications Using Process Simulator, 4th Edition is the most comprehensive and up-to-date treatment of the major separation operations in the chemical industry. The 4th edition focuses on using process simulators to design separation processes and prepares readers for professional practice. Completely rewritten to enhance clarity, this fourth edition provides engineers with a strong understanding of the field. With the help of an additional co-author, the text presents new information on bioseparations throughout the chapters. A new chapter on mechanical separations covers settling, filtration and centrifugation including mechanical separations in biotechnology and cell lysis. Boxes help highlight fundamental equations. Numerous new examples and exercises are integrated throughout as well.

The use of aqueous two-phase systems for the partitioning of macromolecules, organelles and cells was originally developed by Per-Ake Albertsson in Sweden in the mid-fifties [1-3]. These systems were initially applied to separations of plant organelles and viruses but their use has now extended into most areas of cell biology and biochemistry [4,5]. Since 1979 biennial International Conferences on Partitioning in Aqueous Two-Phase Systems have been held in Los Angeles (1979), Sheffield (1981), Vancouver (1983) and Lund (1985). The 5th conference was held in Oxford from 23-28 August 1987 and was entitled'Advances in Separations Using Aqueous Phase Systems in Cell Biology and Biotechnology'. It is the formal presentations from this meeting which comprise this volume. In contrast to earlier books on phase partitioning [4,5] this volume contains, for the first time, worldwide contributions from over sixty partitioners from a variety of scientific disciplines, thereby providing a detailed overview of the widespread application and potential of bioseparations using phase partitioning. Disciplines include Biophysics, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology and Process Engineering, in both academic and commercial establishments. These biennial conferences allow advances in these diverse partitioning fields to be reviewed and compared; they also provide an opportunity for those considering using phase partitioning to obtain information, advice and contacts. Attendance has grown steadily over the years and 140 scientists came to Oxford. The conference consisted of ten symposia on areas of application of partitioning which have been organised as specific chapters in this volume.

In Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals: The Twenty-Ninth Symposium, leading US and international researchers from academia, industry, and government exchange cutting-edge technical information and update current trends in the development and application of biotechnology for sustainable production of fuels and chemicals. This symposium emphasizes advances in biotechnology to produce high-volume, low-price products from renewable resources, while improving the environment. The major areas of interest include advanced feedstock production and processing, enzymatic and microbial biocatalysis, bioprocess research and development, opportunities in biorefineries, and commercialization of biobased products. International and domestic progress on producing liquid biofuels, especially ethanol and biodiesel, is highlighted, and related topics, including bioseparations and optimal integration of biochemical and thermochemical conversion technologies, are featured. Forward-looking and authoritative, Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals: The Twenty-NInth Symposium provides an illuminating overview of current research and development in the production of commodity fuels and chemicals from renewable biomass resources via biochemical and thermochemical routes.

Unlike extensive major reference works or handbooks, Chemical Engineering: Trends and Developments provides readers with a ready-reference to latest techniques in selected areas of chemical engineering where research is and will be focused in the future. These areas are: bioseparations; particle science and design; nanotechnology; and reaction engineering. The aim of the book is to provide academic and R&D researchers with an overview of the main areas of technical development and how these techniques can be applied. Each chapter focuses on a technique, plus a selection of applications or examples of where the technique could be applied.

In Aqueous Two-Phase Systems: Methods and Protocols, Rajni Hatti-Kaul and her expert coauthors combine theory, methodology, and applications in a practical collection of easily reproducible protocols for bioseparations in aqueous two-phase systems (ATPS). The protocols range from established methods to cutting-edge techniques with potential biotechnological applications, all presented in set-by-step detail to ensure easy reproducibility and robust results. Among the methods detailed are those for ATPS preparation and characterization, for partitioning applied to soluble molecules and particulates (including whole cells, membranes, and organelles), and for the isolation and purification of proteins-including a glimpse of large-scale handling of two-phase separations. Techniques for in situ product recovery during biocatalytic processes and for polymer-polymer systems in organic solvents are also presented. Practical and informative, with its detailed guidelines allowing researchers to adapt specific systems to their own separation needs, Aqueous Two-Phase Systems: Methods and Protocols demonstrates the scope and utility of two-phase aqueous systems in both basic and applied research.

This textbook comprehensively covers fundamental and advanced aspects of biochemical engineering along with MATLAB codes. It comprehensively covers important topics including enzyme catalyzed reaction kinetics, catalytic antibodies and non-protein biomolecules as catalysts, process flow diagram (PFD), piping & instrumentation diagram (P&ID), wastewater treatment processes, design of fermenters and mass and energy balance. Pedagogical features including solved problems and unsolved exercises are interspersed throughout the text for better understanding.This book: Provides solid foundation and understanding of the fundamental principles of mathematics, science, and engineering Explores tools for solving theoretical and open-ended biochemical engineering problems Covers principles of downstream process and biochemical engineering principles with illustration and problems Discusses application of computer and programming in biochemical engineering Covers case studies for bioprocess plant design. The textbook is primarily written for senior undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of chemical engineering, biotechnology, and food process engineering for courses on biochemical engineering/bioprocess engineering/downstream processing.

3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, has received a growing interest in (bio)analytical science due to its capability for rapid and affordable prototyping, reduced fabrication time and wide variety of materials and technologies currently available for increasing the plethora of functional print materials.3D printing in Analytical Chemistry will cover all the applications of 3D printed systems in relevant analytical areas such as sample preparation (use of sorbents, membranes and devices), separation devices in analytical techniques, as components in sensors and detection systems, among others.The book will also include key aspects about the preparation and design of novel 3D printed devices for analytical applications, including tips and tricks written by experts. The special features of the devices based on 3D printed structures for the different applications will be highlighted and the most relevant works will be covered in this book. Therefore, the information covered will be particularly useful for helping experts in the field to design/select the adequate device and materials to conduct their research - Presents the most important features regarding 3D printing in the Analytical Chemistry field, helping researchers improve their applications - Addresses adequate 3D printing technology for the desired application by giving tips and tricks, including the most relevant applications reported in the last years - Provides analytical researchers with a reference compendium on the use of 3D printing in extraction, separation, and sensing methodologies

Microalgal Biofuels: Sustainable Production and Conversion is a comprehensive guide to the latest advancements in microalgal biofuels. The book provides systematic coverage of the processes of biofuel production, from microalgae biomass resources to biomass conversion processes and catalytic materials. It delves into the critical topic of sustainability, addressing LCA approaches to evaluate the environmental impacts of microalgal-based biofuels. It provides practical information and guidance on the latest strategies, opportunities, and challenges in the transition to sustainable bioenergy. This is an invaluable reference for students, researchers, and industrial practitioners working on biofuels, biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, and biomass conversion.Divided into four sections, the first section introduces the principles of microalgal biology and cultivation, including an overview of the different types of microalgae, their growth requirements, and the cultivation systems used for large-scale production. The second section explains the conversion of microalgal biomass into biofuels, including biodiesel, bioethanol, biogas, and hydrogen. Each chapter in this section covers a different biofuel pathway, highlighting the technological advancements, challenges, and opportunities for scaling up production. The third section of the book explores the sustainability aspects of microalgal biofuel production, including the use of waste streams and the integration of biofuel production with other industries. This section also covers the LCA approaches used to evaluate the environmental impacts of microalgal biofuels and the strategies for enhancing their sustainability. The fourth and final section of the book examines the commercialization and prospects of microalgal biofuels. This section covers the market potential of microalgal biofuels, the regulatory landscape, and the challenges and opportunities for the industry. - Presents the latest advancements in microalgal-based biofuel production and sustainability - Offers comprehensive coverage of microalgal biomass resources, conversion processes, and catalytic materials - Provides sustainability and environmental impacts using lifecycle assessment (LCA) approaches - Includes a detailed analysis of the commercialization and prospects of microalgal biofuels

Chemical and Molecular Sciences serves as a comprehensive guide to the principles and applications of chemical and biomolecular engineering. This book introduces readers to the concepts of material and energy balances, phase equilibria, and physical properties, providing problem-solving techniques applicable to chemical processes, biological systems, and environmental challenges. It emphasizes the fusion of molecular life sciences with engineering, showcasing innovative approaches in diagnostics, materials design, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and environmental sustainability. Topics include an overview of bioengineering, molecular and genetic engineering principles, and the role of engineering analysis in understanding cell growth and signal transduction. The book also highlights laboratory experiments in key chemical engineering areas, offering hands-on learning opportunities. Whether you're a student or professional, this book provides the foundational knowledge and cutting-edge techniques necessary to solve real-world challenges in chemical and molecular sciences.

Advanced Materials for Emerging Applications is a monograph on emerging materials'; materials that have observable differences in physical properties and manufacturing requirements when compared to existing materials and industrial processes. The volume aims to showcase novel materials that can be used in advanced technology and innovative products.The editors have compiled 17 chapters grouped into 3 sections: 1) Metals and Alloys, 2) Composite materials, and 3) Other materials. Chapters 1-5 discuss recent advances in friction stir welding, suitability of nickel-base shape memory alloys, thermal cycling studies of nickel-based shape memory alloys, nitrogen additions to stainless steel, and the evolution of zirconium alloy. Chapters 6-11 cover topics such as additive manufacturing of metal matrix composites, composite materials for biomedical applications, aluminum and magnesium metal matrix composites, aluminum nanocomposites for automobile applications, enhancing the strength of aluminum-boron carbide composites, and sisal fibers reinforced composites. Lastly, chapters 13-17 explore smart hydrogels, engineered iron-oxide nanomaterials for magnetic hyperthermia, emerging sustainable material technology for fire safety, recent advances in unconventional machining of smart alloys, and critical parameters influencing high-strain rate deformation of materials.This monograph provides information for a broad readership including material and manufacturing engineers, researchers, students (at undergraduate levels or above) and entrepreneurs interested in manufacturing new products.

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Surface engineering provides one of the most important means of engineering product differentiation in terms of quality, performance, and lifecycle cost. It is essential to achieve predetermined functional properties of materials such as mechanical strength, biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and heat and oxidation resistance. Surface Engineering of Biomaterials addresses this topic across a diverse range of process technologies and healthcare applications. Introduces biomaterial surface science and surface engineering and includes criteria for biomaterial surface selection Focuses on a broad array of materials including metals, ceramics, polymers, alloys, and composites Discusses corrosion, degradation, and material release issues in implant materials Covers various processing routes to develop biomaterial surfaces, including for smart and energy applications Details techniques for post-modification of biomaterial surfaces This reference work helps researchers working at the intersection of materials science and biotechnology to engineer functional biomaterials for a variety of applications.

Current Trends and Future Developments on (Bio-) Membranes: Engineering with Membranes discusses various aspects of membrane engineering. This includes, but is not limited to, the role of membranes in food production, treatment and recovery, their applications in electrochemical processes and devices, in drug delivery and in ionic materials, such as salts, acids and bases, recovery. In addition, this book approaches the above topics in a different angle than the existing publications, i.e., reviews technical difficulties, environmental challenges and economic analysis. Membranes are one of the technologies which can affect various aspects of engineering dealing with feeds and products. Membranes demonstrate selective purifying properties, hence, membranes can help in the removal of various pollutants onsite and without the need of adding extra units and apparatuses. Besides that, membranes help reactions shift forward and make the whole process more efficient. - Describes the role of membrane in food production, treatment and purification - Discusses the membrane applications in electronic processes and electrochemical devices - Covers membranes in drug delivery systems and drug industries - Reviews membranes in ionic materials recovery, such as salts, acids and bases

This unique book provides a comprehensive introduction to the multifaceted realm of functionalized magnetic nanoparticles in the field of theranostics, exploring the fundamental concepts, synthesis methods, characterization techniques, and potential applications. In recent years, the intersection of nanotechnology and medicine has ushered in a new era of therapeutics and diagnostics. Among the myriad nanostructures, magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) have emerged as versatile candidates with immense potential for theranostic applications. Their unique combination of magnetic properties and functionalization capabilities has paved the way for innovative approaches in both the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases. Understanding the synthesis, characterization, and manipulation of these MNPs is essential for harnessing their full potential in theranostics. Advances in nanotechnology have enabled precise control over their size, shape, and surface chemistry, allowing for tailored functionalities to suit specific biomedical applications. From superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) to magnetic nanorods and beyond, the diverse landscape of MNPs offers a rich playground for innovation. The convergence of diagnosis and therapy is facilitated by functionalized MNPs; their magnetic properties render them invaluable tools for imaging modalities such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), offering high-resolution anatomical and functional information for disease detection and monitoring. Simultaneously, functionalizing MNPs with targeting ligands, therapeutic agents, or stimuli-responsive moieties empowers them to actively engage in targeted drug delivery, hyperthermia, or magnetic manipulation of biological processes. This synergistic approach exemplifies the essence of theranostics—combining therapy and diagnostics to achieve personalized and precise medical interventions. The book discusses the challenges ahead, including the translation of functionalized MNPs from bench to bedside, which necessitates rigorous preclinical and clinical evaluations to ensure safety, efficacy, and biocompatibility. Moreover, the complex interplay between nanoparticles and biological systems demands a multidisciplinary approach, bridging the gap between materials science, biology, and clinical medicine. Regulatory hurdles, scalability issues, and ethical considerations further underscore the need for concerted efforts and strategic collaborations in the development and commercialization of MNP-based theranostic platforms. The readers will find that “Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles for Theranostic Applications” comprehensively covers the chemical, structural, and biological properties of functionalized magnetic nanoparticles for theranostic applications as well as most of the challenges. Audience This unique reference book will be of great value to materials engineers, polymer scientists, and technologists working in the electronic, electrical, and biomedical industries. It will also be of great use to graduate, postgraduate, and engineering students working in materials and polymer science.

This text explores the connections between different thermodynamic subjects related to fluid systems. In an innovative way, it covers the subject from first principles to the state of the art in fundamental and applied topics. Using simple nomenclature and algebra, it clarifies concepts by returning to the conceptual foundation of thermodynamics. The structural elements of classical and molecular thermodynamics of fluid systems presented cover, via examples and references, both the usefulness and the limitations of thermodynamics for the treatment of practical problems. This new edition explores recent advances in statistical associated fluid theories and contains creative end‑of‑chapter problems connecting the theory with real‑life situations. It includes new chapters on thermodynamics of polymer solutions and molecular thermodynamics and also presents advances in the study of the activity of individual ions. Provides a concise structure of concepts, using simple nomenclature and algebra Clarifies problems usually overlooked by standard texts Features end‑of‑chapter problems to enhance the reader's understanding of the concepts Includes diverse topics of interest to researchers and advanced students, including elements of statistical thermodynamics, models of solutions, statistical associated fluid theory and the activity of individual ions Offers four appendices giving step‑by‑step procedures and parameters for direct use of the PRSV equation of state and the ASOG‑KT group method for fugacity and activity coefficient calculations Features a complete set of solutions to problems throughout the book, available for download on the book's webpage under'Support Material'This textbook is written for advanced undergraduate and graduate students studying chemical engineering and chemistry as well as for practicing engineers and researchers.

Since 1972, which marks the invention of recombinant engineering, more than 500 therapeutic proteins have been approved for clinical use. Today, biological drugs constitute almost 70% of all new drugs and have a biological origin. The first edition of this book dealt with biosimilars, and this edition (i.e., the second edition) focuses on new drugs, yet limits to therapeutic proteins. Newer technologies for drug development represent the updated topics in the book and include repur-posing, AI- driven identification of newer designs, novel expression systems, manufacturing using these systems, rapidly changing regulatory pathways, and legal hurdles. This edition discusses how to identify, develop, manufacture, and take multibillion dollar products to market within the shortest possible time.Features: Complete and thorough coverage of the regulatory and technological challenges of developing generic therapeutic proteins Comprehensive, discovery to market, newer technologies, regulatory planning and IP hurdles are included that are not found elsewhere Expanded volume that must be in the hands of every company interested in biological drugs, including the mRNA-based biopharmaceutical companies fast appearing on the market Discusses how to identify, develop, manufacture, and take multibillion dollar products to market in the shortest possible time Renowned author and entrepreneur in the field of drug discovery and production

The objective of the book is to compile a detailed review of various developments in the area of food and industrial bioprocessing in a form that is easily comprehensible across a broad spectrum of readers working in relevant essential disciplines. The book reviews the development and implementation of processes for the manufacture of antibiotics and other pharmaceuticals, pigments, biocatalysts, industrial sugars, bioenergy, alcohols, amino acids, organic acids, nanocomposites packaging materials and specialty products through the application of microbiology, fermentation, enzymes and separation technology. The book is envisaged as a complete material that could be applied as a teaching text, reference material for advanced learners and source book for researchers, practitioners and technicians in research laboratories in the relevant disciplines.

This best-selling introductory chemical engineering guide has been thoroughly revised, streamlined, and updated to reflect today's sweeping changes in chemical engineering curricula. It provides students with fundamental knowledge of processes that chemical engineers utilize in the refining and chemical industries as well as the bioengineering, nanoengineering, and microelectronics industries. Like previous editions, Basic Principles and Calculations in Chemical Engineering, 9th Edition, Global Edition offers a strong foundation of skills and knowledge for successful study and practice, guiding students through formulating and solving material and energy balance problems, as well as describing gases, liquids, and vapors. Throughout, it introduces efficient, consistent, student-friendly methods for solving problems, analyzing data, and gaining a conceptual, application-based understanding of modern chemical engineering processes. Coverage in previous editions has been condensed and streamlined to serve today's students and faculty more effectively. Two entirely new chapters have been added, presenting complete introductions to dynamic material and energy balances, and to Psychrometric Charts. Additionally, MATLAB® and Python™ codes have been integrated into the text.

Bioreactor Design Concepts for Viral Vaccine Production covers a range of interdisciplinary chapters from the engineering perspective of bioreactor design to the biotechnological perspectives of vector design for vaccine development. The book covers bioreactor concepts such as static systems, single-use systems, stirred tanks, perfusion, wave and packed-beds. It reviews options for efficient and economical production of human vaccines and discusses basic factors relevant for viral antigen production in mammalian cells, avian cells, and insect cells. This book will be a great resource for those interested in implemented novel bioreactor design or experimental schemes towards intensified or/and enhanced vaccine production. - Covers the fundamentals of bioreactor designs - Provides strategies for designing a successful vector-based vaccine - Discusses the applications of biological kinetics, thermodynamics and basic substrate requirements for viral vaccine production

Cultivated meat is an emerging substitute for conventional meat that is not associated with animal farming and slaughtering. Instead, animal cells are cultivated in bioreactors and post-processed into “artificial” meat products. Although this new technology solves several ethical and environmental problems, there are techno-economic challenges that need to be addressed to make the commercial-scale production of cultivated meat a real perspective. This book addresses fundamental aspects of new food systems, animal cell culture and cultivated meat production, including cell lines, culture media, microcarriers and scaffolds, bioreactors, downstream processes, formulation, packaging, quality control, scale-up, and waste management. Also, aspects related to commercialization, market, patents, legislation, global and regional policies, and sustainability metrics such as life-cycle assessment, together with a bioeconomy perspective analysis, are reviewed. Finally, case studies are presented and the challenges and future prospects for cultivated meat production are proposed. This book is a collection of 21 chapters written by specialists in the field.

Nanofluids are a new class of heat transfer fluids engineered by dispersing and stably suspending nanoparticles in traditional heat transfer fluids. Recently they have obtained global attention from the scientific community owing to their unique properties and significant applications in different engineering fields. Nanofluids: Preparation, Applications and Simulation Methods provides a comprehensive review of recent advances in this important research field. Different approaches for preparing some remarkable families of nanofluids such as aluminum oxide-based nanofluids, CuO/Cu-based nanofluids, carbon nanotubes/graphene-based nanofluids, ZnO-based nanofluids, Fe3O4-based nanofluids, and SiO2-based nanofluids are discussed in detail as well as their current and potential applications. Different approaches for numerical, semi-analytical and analytical simulations are also discussed including molecular dynamics, the Lattice Boltzmann method, and spectral methods, as well as advanced analytical techniques such as the Differential Transform Method, the Homotopy Analysis Method, and Optimal Homotopy Analysis. The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, nanotechnologists, and chemists working in the development of nanomaterials and nanofluids for heat transfer in energy and engineering applications. - Covers the synthesis of nanostructures, preparation of nanofluids, different applications and proposed models for fluid mechanics and heat transfer - Presents recent advances on preparation methods, including green chemistry-based methods for preparation of nanomaterials and nanofluids - Includes novel model-based approaches such as molecular dynamics and Lattice Boltzmann methods - Delves into applications in renewable energy technologies and thermal management - Contains a Semi-analytical approach for solving Time-Fractional Navier-Stokes Equation

Green Magnetic Nanoparticles (GMNPs): Recent Developments in Preparation and Application highlights established research and technology on nanomaterials, nanocomposites and other alternative materials to be used for different applications and move to their rapidly emerging aspects and then discusses future research directions. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites are the most effective materials to be used in different industrial applications. Green nanotechnology incorporates the principles of green chemistry and green engineering to fabricate innocuous and eco-friendly nanoassemblies to combat problems affecting both human health and the environment. It provides academia and industry with a high-tech start-up that will revolutionize the modern developments in synthesis and applications of green magnetic nanoparticles. This book evaluates green magnetic nanoparticles as prime options for smart and transformational opportunities. - Covers the synthesis, characterization, properties and applications of green magnetic nanoparticles - Highlights the use of green magnetic nanoparticles as revolutionized modern industrial practices - Evaluates green magnetic nanoparticles as prime options for smart and transformational opportunities

This book serves as a comprehensive summary of the priority program SPP 1934, which focused on understanding the dispersity, structure, and phase changes of proteins and bio-agglomerates in biotechnological processes. Through contributions from various research groups, the program explored how sensitive proteins and bio-agglomerates are affected by the process environment during fermentation, downstream processing, and formulation. It investigated these effects across three size scales: microscale, encompassing single proteins, clusters, crystals, and virus-like particles; mesoscale, focusing on cells and cell clusters; and macroscale, examining overall process dynamics. The main objective was to enhance biotechnological process chains by elucidating the mechanical, thermal, and chemical stresses that impact protein and bio-agglomerate structures. By gaining insights into these stressors, the program aimed to enable precise control measures to mitigate denaturation and unfavorable growth of proteins and cells. This compilation seeks to contribute to the optimization of biotechnological processes, facilitating advancements in various industries.

Every cell, tissue, organ and organism is competent to use signs to exchange information reaching common coordinations and organisations of both single cell and group behavior. These sign-mediated interactions we term biological communication. The regulatory system that works in development, morphology, cell fate and identity, physiology, genetic instructions, immunity, memory/learning, physical and mental disease depends on epigenetic marks. The communication of cells, persistent viruses and their defectives such as mobile genetic elements and RNA networks ensures both the transport of regulatory instructions and the reprogramming of these instructions. But how are the different states of the epigenome orchestrated? The epigenetic pathways respond to various signaling cues such as DNA methylation, histone variants, histone modifications, chromatin structure, nucleosome remodeling, and epigenetic interactions. Epigenetic signals are responsible for the establishment, maintenance and reversal of transcriptional states that are fundamental for the cell's ability to memorize past events, such as changes in the external environment, socio-sphere or developmental cues. External signals trigger changes in the epigenome, allowing cells to respond dynamically. Internal signals direct activities that are necessary for body maintenance, and repairing damaged tissues and organs. With the emergence of epigenetic memory, organisms can fix historical and context dependent impressive experiences. Evolution from now on learnt to learn. Learning means organisms can avoid reproduction of always the same. This is key to adaptation. However, inheritance of acquired characteristics is only one of the many examples of the explanatory power of epigenetics. Behavioral epigenetics demonstrates the way in which environmental and social experiences produce individual differences in behaviour, cognition, personality, and mental health. This book assembles experts to outline the various motifs of all kinds of epigenetic regulation of cells throughout their lives.

This definitive guide provides readers with an overview of multifunctional nanoparticles, delving into their novel synthesis methods, unique properties, and diverse applications in therapy, biology, and pharmacy. It also explores techniques for synthesizing magnetic nanoparticles and explains how to tailor nanoparticles with desired traits.Multifunctional Magnetic Nanoparticles in Therapy, Biology, and Pharmacy: Synthesis, Fundamentals and Applications, explores established and emerging techniques for synthesizing magnetic nanoparticles, enabling readers to understand how to tailor-make nanoparticles with desired traits. Beginning with fundamentals, leading experts delve into topics like recent trends in nanoparticle fabrication, magnetic properties, drug delivery systems, imaging, sensing, separation techniques, toxicity mitigation, and commercial applications. The book showcases the transformative impact and future possibilities of multifunctional magnetic nanoparticles in therapy, biology, and pharmacy. It elucidates the fundamentals behind their magnetic properties and interactions, empowering the development of innovative applications. Detailed chapters highlight their utilization in hyperthermia, cancer therapies, separation and detection of biological molecules and cells, as biocatalysts and in bionanotechnology, antimicrobial agents, sensors, and more.This book is written primarily for scientists, researchers, and engineers working in the fields of nanotechnology, materials science, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceutical sciences. The book covers core principles as well as practical applications, which makes it a valuable textbook or training resource across academic and professional settings in this field.

Deep Eutectic Solvents highlights well-established research and technology on applications of DESs in corrosion sciences, protein chemistry, and organic synthesis, as well as separation science. This book provides state-of-the-art research that will revolutionize modern practices. Neoteric solvents have been proposed as a better substitute to these harmful organic solvents, and scientists have come up with various neoteric solvents in the last few years like Deep Eutectic solvents (DESs). DESs are defined as a system formed from a eutectic mixture of Lewis or Brønsted acids and bases with various ionic species- whereas ionic liquids (ILs) consist of a discrete anion and a cation. DESs stand out as a greener and cheaper neoteric solvent as compared to ILs. DESs are denser than water and fairly polar, thus can be utilized as non-aqueous substitute to water in many separation processes. DESs have very high distribution coefficient of solutes, and even dissolves gases and metal oxides selectively. They also readily dissolve organic macromolecules, thereby becoming useful in pharmacological applications. - Includes the latest updates application of DESs, from synthesis to applications - Provides in-depth and step-by-step description of knowledge on synthesis, characterization, investigation through computational tools, and applications in different fields - Presents chronological advancements for using industrial scale corrosion inhibitors in modern industrial platforms

Decarbonization Strategies and Drivers to Achieve Carbon Neutrality for Sustainability emphasizes the significance of various decarbonization strategies. It is expected to solve some of the problems centered around decarbonization and available technologies and to diversify renewable energy supply in different sectors contributing to energy security. The book covers contribution of bioenergy to decarbonization, non-fossil energy targets, role of wind energy, hydrogen energy, potential of geothermal energy, nuclear energy, wind to energy, role of electrification and carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) technologies are covered in this work. Decarbonization Strategies and Drivers to Achieve Carbon Neutrality for Sustainability aims to explain how reducing petroleum consumption and supplementing alternate sources of renewable fuels is vital and would strengthen decarbonization. - Provides strategies for the implementation of decarbonization - Explores the possibilities for reducing the emission of greenhouse gases - Suggests actions and possible solutions to counteract climate change and its consequences

Functionalized Magnetic Nanosystems for Diagnostic Tools and Devices: Current and Emerging Research Trends explores the various aspects of functionalization of magnetic nanosystems in great detail, providing a thorough review of the associated benefits and challenges. The book begins with an overview of each key pillar for the design and application of functionalized magnetic nanosystems, from the synthesis, processing methods, and characterization techniques, to biocompatibility and toxicity considerations. Later chapters focus on specific nanomaterials and targeted biomedical applications, including point-of-care diagnosis, cancer therapy, medical imaging, biosensing and more. Importance is given to the safety considerations; environmental, legal and ethical implications, and commercial aspects of functionalized magnetic nanosystems - providing guidance relevant for advancing research into clinical practice. - Provides an overview of fundamentals in the design and application of magnetic nanosystems, from synthesis and processing to functionalization and toxicity assessment - Explores research in industry and clinical practice, providing insights into ethical, environmental, legal, and commercial aspects - Covers a wide range of diagnostic applications for functionalized magnetic nanosystems, such as in medical imaging, drug detection, tissue engineering, and more

Chiral Ionic Liquids: Applications in Chemistry and Technology provide an in-depth exploration of the synthesis, design, and diverse applications of chiral ionic liquids (CILs) in modern chemistry. This comprehensive book covers fundamental concepts such as ionic liquids'structural organization and chirality, while also discussing advanced topics like enantiomeric separations, organocatalysis, and chiral recognition. Through ten detailed chapters, the book addresses carbohydrate-based CILs, CILs from amino acids and terpenoids, and their roles in capillary electrophoresis, chromatography, and spectroscopic techniques. This resource is valuable for researchers and industry professionals working in organic synthesis, materials science, and applied chemistry.Key Features:- Covers basic concepts of ionic liquids and chirality- Includes detailed methodologies for synthesizing CILs- Explores CILs in enantiomeric separations and organocatalysis- Discusses chiral recognition using spectroscopy and chromatography- Provides insights into CIL-based biphasic systems and supported ionic liquids

Die Entwicklung pflanzlicher Lebensmittelalternativen ist eines der am schnellsten fortschreitenden Gebiete in unserem modernen Ernährungssystem. Viele Verbraucher•innen reduzieren den Konsum von tierischen Lebensmitteln und greifen vermehrt zu pflanzlichen Alternativen. Die Lebensmittelindustrie greift dieses Konsummuster auf und bietet zunehmend innovative pflanzliche Alternativprodukte an. Die Entwicklung und Herstellung dieser alternativen Lebensmittel geht jedoch mit großen Herausforderungen einher, da viele tierische Lebensmittel aus sehr komplexen Strukturen mit hochfunktionellen Inhaltsstoffen bestehen. Eine wissenschaftliche Herangehensweise ist daher eine wesentliche Voraussetzung, um pflanzliche Lebensmittelalternativen mit einer hohen Verbraucherakzeptanz und hohem Nährwert zu entwickeln.Dieses Fachbuch beschreibt die Wissenschaft und Technologie von pflanzlichen Lebensmittelalternativen. Leser•innen erhalten einen Überblick über die verwendeten Zutaten und Verarbeitungsprozesse sowie über die wichtigsten Ernährungs- und Qualitätsmerkmale spezifischer pflanzlicher Lebensmittelkategorien wie Alternativen zu Milch und Milchprodukten, Eiern und Eiprodukten sowie Fleisch und Meeresfrüchten. Fachkräfte mit Bezug zur Lebensmitteltechnologie können dieses grundlegende Wissen nutzen, um die nächste Generation gesünderer und nachhaltigerer pflanzlicher Lebensmittelalternativen herzustellen.

This text explores the fundamental principles and concepts of inorganic chemistry. The book covers topics such as chemical bonding, acids and bases, redox reactions, coordination compounds, and solid-state chemistry. It provides a comprehensive overview of the structure, properties, and reactivity of inorganic compounds. This book is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the field of chemistry who seek a deeper understanding of inorganic chemistry.

This new reference volume, Handbook of Industrial Food Microbiology, introduces industrial microbiology in the food industry. The techniques and technologies discussed in the book focus on production, processing, and recovery of food industry metabolites (primary or secondary). The process of alcohol production, fermentation metabolites, and drug delivery components through food are the main highlights of the book. The authors use their research and academic experience in food science and technology research and other areas of applied microbiology to serve as a foundation for this volume.The volume first provides an introduction to and history of industrial food microbiology and goes on to discuss the biology of industrial food microbiology, food fermentation systems, microbial production of metabolites, and downstream processing. The book lays out the principles of overproduction of metabolites in the food industry and also addresses biomass production, immobilization of enzymes in food systems, and waste treatment in the food industries.The volume clearly covers the elements and basic concepts of biology and microbiology for the benefit of students who may not be familiar with the biological sciences that act as base of industrial microbiology, such as, for example, graduates of chemical and civil engineering.Intended for undergraduates and beginning graduate students in chemical engineering, microbiology, and biotechnology, the volume will also be of interest to those who are studying pharmacy, biochemistry, and general biology. Students and professionals in the fields of civil engineering and public health will be interested in the section on waste disposal.

This new volume discusses a selection of nanomaterials that can be employed for advanced biological, nutraceutical, and medicinal applications. It discusses diverse nanomaterials and their classifications, their advanced therapeutic properties, using biosensors in detecting biological threat agents, bionanomaterials for human health, the medicinal applications of nanomaterials, clinical toxicities of nanomaterials and their use in remediation.The book also includes a chapter that provides a helpful comparison of market analysis between biological and synthetic nanomaterials. The volume concludes with an insightful perspective on possible future applications of nanomaterials as nutraceutical, biological, and medicinal agents.

Homogeneous Oxidation Reactions, a volume in the Advances Homogeneous in Catalysis series, covers oxidation and hydrogenation reactions in detail. Split into two sections, the first is devoted to various homogeneous oxidation processes, such as oxidation of olefins, phenols, and aromatic acids. The second presents homogeneous hydrogenation reactions and related processes, including hydrogenation of alkenes, esters, and olefins. Relevant reactor design, industrial case studies, economic analysis and environmental issues of both oxidation and hydrogenation homogeneous reactions are considered. This book will be of particular interest and benefit to catalysts users, manufacturers, and creators. - Includes fundamentals, reactor design and process description of oxidation homogeneous reactions - Describes various oxidation homogeneous reactions - Explains oxidation economic and environmental challenges

Cellular Agriculture: Technology, Society, Sustainability and Science provides a state-of-the-art review of cellular agriculture technologies. From cell selection to scaffolding and everything in-between, this book contains chapters authored by leading cellular agriculture researchers and product developers across the world.Driven by consumer desire for sustainable food production, animal welfare improvements, and better human health, companies around the world are racing to engineer alternative protein products with the best flavour, appearance, and texture. A major challenge many of these early-stage companies struggle with is having the foundational science and technical knowledge to start their journey in this emerging industry. This text provides detailed information on the current state of the science and technology of cellular agriculture. It combines the social aspects that need to be considered to create a level playing field to give each emerging idea the best chance at realizing the ultimate vision of cellular agriculture: satisfying the demand for protein around the world in a way that is better for humans, animals, and the planet.This is the first resource of its kind to take a practical approach to review the design, feasibility, and implementation of cellular agriculture techniques. With additional chapters on life cycle analyses and ideal transition scenarios, this book provides a resource for aspiring technology developers and academics alike, seeking evidence-based assessments of the industry and its disruptive potential. - Written by industry and academic experts for balanced perspective - Presents foundational information with practical application insights - Includes chapters on regulatory and policy issues - Reviews the sustainability challenges of alternative proteins

Sustainable Protein Sources: Advances for a Healthier Tomorrow, Second Edition explores alternative proteins, including plant, fungal, algal and insect proteins that can take the place of meat as sustainable sources to satisfy human protein needs. This revised edition presents the benefits of plant and alternative protein consumption, including those that benefit the environment, population, and consumer trends and contains new chapters on potato protein, faba bean, chickpea, and coconut. Organized by protein, chapters also cover cereals and legumes, oilseeds, pseudocereals, fungi, algae, insects and fermentation-derived dairy and meat proteins paying particular attention to the nutrition, uses, functions, benefits, and challenges of each. The book also explores ways to improve utilization and addresses everything from consumer acceptability, methods of improving the taste of products containing these proteins and ways in which policies can affect the use of alternate proteins. In addition, the book addresses sustainable protein as a pathway to securing the food supply and considers regenerative versus extractive agriculture alongside new methods in farming and water usage. - Introduces the need to shift from animal-derived to plant-based protein and fermentation derived proteins - Discusses nutritive values of each protein source and compares each alternate protein to more complete proteins - Provides an overview of production, including processing, protein isolation, use cases and functionality

Magnetic composite particles offer much potential for use in a variety of applications, including manufacturing, environmental protection, microfluidics, microelectronics, and biomedicine. Magnetic Polymer Composites and Their Emerging Applications explores leading research on the fabrication, characterization, properties, and all reported applications of magnetic polymer composites. Features: Discusses synthesis, properties, and modern fabrication technologies of magnetic polymer composites Describes the biocompatibility, suitability, and toxic effects of these materials Covers a variety of applications including those in biomedicine, wastewater treatment, soft robotics, 3D/4D printing, and agriculture Details opportunities and future directions in magnetic polymer composites and their surface decorations This unique book serves as a road map for materials engineers, as well as researchers, academics, technologists, and students working in sensor technology.

This book provides insights into the recent developments in the field of bioprocess technology and bioreactor design. Bioprocess engineering or biochemical engineering is a subcomponent of chemical engineering, which encompasses designing and developing those processes and equipment that are required for the manufacturing of products from biological materials and sources, such as agriculture, pharmaceutical, chemicals, polymers, food, etc., or for the treatment of environmental process, for example, waste water. The main focus of this book is to highlight the advancements in the field of bioprocess technology and bioreactor design. The book is divided into various chapters briefing all aspects of bioprocess engineering and focusing on the advances in bioprocess engineering. The book summarizes introduction to bioprocess technology and microbiology, isolation and maintenance of microbial strains, and sterilization techniques for advanced-level students and researchers. Different models depicting kinetics of microbial growth, substrate consumption, and product formation are discussed. The applications of enzymes have increased tremendously and therefore understanding their metabolic pathways to increase yields is also briefly discussed. The calculations of mass and energy balances associated with entropy changes and free energy. This book also covers the approaches for handling different types of cell cultures and current advancements in the area of bioprocess strategies for different culture types, which scientists and researchers working in the different cell cultures can refer to. The downstream processing of various industrially important products is also a part of this book. Apart from that, the process economics which ensures the feasibility and quality of any biological process is also dealt with as the last section of the book.

This outstanding text focuses on providing professionals and students working in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology field with the background necessary for developing of a product or process and with the necessary rigor required by federal regulatory agencies in the pharmaceutical industry. The material will enable teachers, lecturers and professors in biotechnology to prepare courses on basic concepts and applications for the purification of biotechnological products of industrial interest. These can be applied in practice, for example, with projects on purification development on an industrial scale or useful unit operations for the development of bioproducts of commercial interest.Features: Purification and development of new bioproducts and improvement of those being produced Provides a background and concepts on the purification of biomolecules and with an industrial perspective It allows professionals to understand the entire process of developing a biopharmaceutical or bio-food, from bench to industry in biotechnology; one of the fastest-growing sectors of the economy It promotes the dissemination of information in a didactic way which is of paramount importance for interdisciplinary fields It enables the reader to follow step-by-step stages of the development of a new biopharmaceutical, and allows the optimization of existing processes

Magnetic Nanoparticles and Polymer Nanocomposites: Fundamentals and Biological, Environmental and Energy Applications focuses on the manufacturing and design of innovative magnetic polymeric nanocomposite materials for a broad range of different applications. These materials have truly outstanding and sustainable properties unlike other composites because they are combined with both organic (polymer matrix) and inorganic (semiconductor nanoparticles) materials to form a sustainable composite material. The book's focus is on magnetic semiconductor and polymer nanocomposites made from bioresorbable and biocompatible polymers, modified with magnetic nanoparticles. This book provides detailed knowledge on the modern research application of magnetic semiconductor and polymeric nanocomposites that have tremendous commercial value. In addition, these nanocomposite materials are also a good source for the renewable energy-based industry. - Covers magnetic nanoparticles and polymer nanocomposites in environmental, renewable energy, water treatment, energy storage and biomedical applications - Provides fundamental knowledge on design, synthesis, properties investigation, applications and manufacturing - Emphasizes recent advances on magnetic nanoparticles and polymer nanocomposites

Published since 1910, this work captures the lives and achievements of over 10,000 of today's Canadian notable professionals, including artists, politicians, public servants, academics, writers, doctors, philanthropists, business moguls, athletes, and more. Canadian Who's Who is the only authoritative biographical publication of its kind in Canada, offering access to thousands of Canadian icons from all walks of life.

A comprehensive guide to an explosively popular and transformative technology Nanotechnology has revolutionized the manipulation of matter at the molecular level, with extraordinary consequences for a huge range of technological and scientific fields. Metallic, magnetic and carbon-based nanomaterials have been at the forefront of this revolution, with their impact felt especially strongly in biomedical industries. The future of drug delivery, imaging, diagnostics, and more will be transformed by nanotechnology and its ever-growing applications. Metallic, Magnetic and Carbon-Based Nanomaterials offers a comprehensive introduction to these materials and their recent developments. Beginning with the foundational concepts of nanotechnology, its characterization, and its methods, the book moves through major categories of nanotechnology in turn. Detailed discussion of applications and future areas of research rounds out an indispensable volume. Metallic, Magnetic and Carbon-Based Nanomaterials readers will also find: Fully up-to-date data on major nanotechnology synthesis techniquesDetailed discussion of nanotechnologies including quantum dots, magnetic nanoparticles, graphene, and many moreAnalysis of applications including tumor biology investigation, in vivo animal imaging, and others Metallic, Magnetic and Carbon-Based Nanomaterials is ideal for graduate students in pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical engineering, and materials sciences. It is also a useful reference book for researchers working in the areas of biomedical engineering and nanomaterials synthesis, as well as those working in toxicology, especially nanotoxicology.