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Essentials of Physical Chemistry Published: July 27, 2011 Author(s): Don Shillady Request Evaluation Copy At a time when U.S. high school students are producing low scores in mathematics and science on international examinations, a thorough grounding in physical chemistry should not be considered optional for science undergraduates. Based on the author’s thirty years of teaching, Essentials of Physical ... Hardback $79.95

Introduction to Polymers, Third Edition Published: June 27, 2011 Author(s): Robert J. Young; Peter A. Lovell Request Evaluation Copy Thoroughly updated, Introduction to Polymers, Third Edition presents the science underpinning the synthesis, characterization and properties of polymers. The material has been completely reorganized and expanded to include important new topics and provide a coherent platform for teaching and ... Paperback $59.95

Introduction to Renewable Energy Published: April 25, 2011 Author(s): Vaughn Nelson Request Evaluation Copy As the world population grows and places more demand on limited fossil fuels, renewable energy becomes more relevant as part of the solution to the impending energy dilemma. Renewable energy is now included in national policies, with goals for it to be a significant percentage of generated energy ... Hardback $99.95

Nanotechnology: Understanding Small Systems, Second Edition Published: July 05, 2011 Author(s): Ben Rogers; Sumita Pennathur; Jesse Adams Request Evaluation Copy Winner of a CHOICE Outstanding Academic Book Award 2011!Transistors using one electron at a time. Sunscreens made with titanium dioxide particles that look transparent to our eyes but block harmful UV rays. Nanometer-sized specks of gold that change color to red and melt at 750°C instead of 1064°C. ... Hardback $99.95

Explorations in Computing: An Introduction to Computer Science Published: October 29, 2010 Author(s): John S. Conery Request Evaluation Copy Based on the author’s introductory course at the University of Oregon, Explorations in Computing: An Introduction to Computer Science focuses on the fundamental idea of computation and offers insight into how computation is used to solve a variety of interesting and important real-world problems. ... Hardback $79.95

Interactive Data Visualization: Foundations, Techniques, and Applications Published: June 14, 2010 Author(s): Matthew O. Ward; Georges Grinstein; Daniel Keim Request Evaluation Copy Visualization is the process of representing data, information, and knowledge in a visual form to support the tasks of exploration, confirmation, presentation, and understanding. This book is designed as a textbook for students, researchers, analysts, professionals, and designers of visualization ... Hardback $89.95

Forensic Science: The Basics, Second Edition Published: March 08, 2010 Author(s): Jay A. Siegel; Kathy Mirakovits Request Evaluation Copy As forensic science continues to play a wider role in the investigation of crimes and apprehension of criminals, those without crime scene or crime lab training must now become familiar with the techniques and language of the forensic scientist. Avoiding the complicated science and graphic violence ... Hardback $79.95

Homeland Security: An Introduction to Principles and Practice Published: December 15, 2009 Author(s): Charles P. Nemeth Request Evaluation Copy Since its formation in 2002—the largest government reorganization since FDR’s "New Deal"—the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has focused on a broad range of public policy, safety, and security issues. From responsible intelligence gathering and combating global terrorism to securing critical ... Hardback $75.95