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Plants And Society
by Estelle Levetin Karen McMahonThis introductory, one quarter/one-semester text takes a multidisciplinary approach to studying the relationship between plants and people. The authors strive to stimulate interest in plant science and encourage students to further their studies in botany. Also, by exposing students to society's historical connection to plants, Levetin and McMahon hope to instill a greater appreciation for the botanical world. Plants and Society covers basic principles of botany with strong emphasis on the economic aspects and social implications of plants and fungi.
Plants as Factories for Bioproduction: Recent Developments and Applications (Advances in Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology #188)
by Juliane SteingroewerThis book reviews the latest developments in the field of plant-based biomanufacturing, namely the utilization of plant factories to obtain valuable active ingredients for the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. Biotechnological processes for the production of these natural active substances are increasingly becoming the focus of research as plants hold enormous potential for a bio-based economy. Chapters written by leading experts in the field present various examples of the biological activity of plant molecules and the use of plants and plant in vitro cultures in modern biotechnological processes. The book discusses innovative approaches, including possibilities for targeted modification of plant metabolic pathways, co-cultivation of plants and cyanobacteria, and the extraction of secondary plant compounds from residues of medicinal and aromatic plants. Special aspects of bioprocess technology, safety and ethical issues including global tasks and future challenges are also highlighted. In this book, readers will find an authoritative perspective on the significance of plant factories as alternative bioproduction resources, offering sustainable solutions for bio-based economies. By addressing future challenges in plant-based biomanufacturing, this book is also an indispensable guide for staying ahead of industry trends. This book not only serves as a valuable resource for researchers in academia and industry but also provides important information to newcomers entering the field of plant-based biomanufacturing.
Plants as Medicine and Aromatics: Pharmacognosy, Ecology and Conservation (Exploring Medicinal Plants)
by Mohd Kafeel Ahmad Ansari, Bengu Turkyilmaz Unal, Munir Ozturk, and Gary OwensSince ancient times, plants serve as a valuable source of traditional herbal medicines. Unlike modern medicines, herbal medicines have consistently demonstrated health advantages, including a lack of serious adverse side effects, long-lasting curative impacts and overall cost-effectiveness. Even today, with various modern pharmaceutical medicines commonly available, plant-based medicines and aromatics are increasingly in demand throughout the health sector globally, where they are used not only for the treatment of disease, but also, preventatively for maintaining good health. People are seeking alternatives to modern medical treatments turning to phytomedicine for primary health care. However, an inadvertent consequence of this increased demand for herbal medicines has resulted in medicinal plants being threatened due to their initial small population sizes, narrow distribution areas, habitat specificity, and increasingly destructive non-sustainable harvesting. This book critically examines and reviews the status of medicinal plants and includes several important case studies of representative plant species. It contains information on aspects concerning phytochemistry, natural products, cultivation, conservation techniques, environmental interactions, and therapeutic features of medicinal aromatic plants. Features Evaluates plants as medicine and aromatics covering pharmacognosy and ecology of plants having therapeutic values. Discusses how plants can play a role in treatment of diseases and as potential therapeutics standards for maintaining good health. Presents conventional and contemporary approaches to conservation of such plants with commercial feasibility.
Plants, Biotechnology and Agriculture
by Denis MurphyAt a time when the world's food supplies are increasingly unable to meet the needs of a burgeoning population, the subject matter of this book has never been more relevant. At the same time, there is significant diversity of opinion concerning the benefits and perceived dangers of the applications of biotechnology in food production. To help inform this debate, the aim of Plants, Biotechnology & Agriculture is to provide the reader with a comprehensive yet concise overview of plants as both biological organisms and useful resources for people to exploit. The first half of the book gives a basic overview of plant biology including how plants develop and respond to their environment, acting as a primer for those without a biology background and a refresher for students of plant biology and agriculture. These chapters set the scene for an outline of human exploitation of plants, from domestication to scientific manipulation. The complex technologies now being applied to improving crops are then described, guiding the reader through the extensive terminologies and jargon, using focus boxes to illustrate key processes and issues. The final two chapters address society's response to biotechnology, how these technologies are being modified in response to public concerns, and new technologies being developed to meet the challenges of rapid population growth, depletion of non-renewable resources and climate change.
Plants for Environmental Studies
by Wuncheng Wang Joseph W. Gorsuch Jane S. HughesOne of the problems of using plants in environmental studies is finding current information. Because plants play a key role in environmental studies, from the greenhouse effect to environmental toxicological studies, information is widely scattered over many different fields and in many different sources. Plants for Environmental Studies solves that problem with a single, comprehensive source of information on the many ways plants are used in environmental studies. Written by experts from around the world and edited by a team of prominent environmental specialists, this book is the only source of complete information on environmental impacts, mutation, statistical analyses, relationships between plants and water, algae, plants in ecological risk assessment, compound accumulations, and more. Encompassing algae and vascular plants in both aquatic and terrestrial environments, this book contains a diverse collection of laboratory and in situ studies, methods, and procedures using plants to evaluate air, water, wastewater, sediment, and soil.
Plants for Soil Regeneration: An Illustrated Guide
by Sally Pinhey Margaret TebbsThis book is a comprehensive, beautifully illustrated colour guide to the plants which farmers, growers and gardeners can use to improve soil structure and restore fertility without the use and expense of agrichemicals. Information based on the latest research is given on how to use soil conditioning plants to avoid soil degradation, restore soil quality and help clean polluted land. There are 11 chapters: 1 to 6 cover soil health, nitrogen fixation, green manures and herbal leys, bacteria and other microorganisms, phytoremediators and soil mycorrhiza (plant-fungal symbiosis). Chapter 7 has plant illustrations, with climate range and soil types, along with their soil conditioning properties and each plant is presented with a comprehensive description opposite a detailed illustration, in full colour. Chapters 8 to 10 examine soil stabilisers, weeds and invasive plants, and hedges and trees and the final chapter, contains 5 case studies with the most recent data, followed by an appendix and glossary. The book allows the reader to identify the plants they need quickly and find the information necessary to begin implementation of soil regeneration.
Plants of Central Asia - Plant Collection from China and Mongolia Vol. 13: Plumbaginaceae, Oleaceae, Buddlejaceae, Gentianaceae, Menyanthaceae, Apocynaceae, Asclepiadaceae
by V. I. GrubovThis volume deals with leadwort (Plumbaginaceae), olive (Oleaceae), butterfly-bush (Buddlejaceae), gentian (Gentianaceae), buck-bean (Menyanthaceae), dogbane (Apocynaceae) and milkweed (Asclepiadaceae) families. The book includes 4 plates and 5 maps of distribution ranges.
Plants, People, and Culture: The Science of Ethnobotany
by Paul Alan Cox Michael J BalickIs it possible that plants have shaped the very trajectory of human cultures? Using riveting stories of fieldwork in remote villages, two of the world’s leading ethnobotanists argue that our past and our future are deeply intertwined with plants. Creating massive sea craft from plants, indigenous shipwrights spurred the navigation of the world’s oceans. Today, indigenous agricultural innovations continue to feed, clothe, and heal the world’s population. One out of four prescription drugs, for example, were discovered from plants used by traditional healers. Objects as common as baskets for winnowing or wooden boxes to store feathers were ornamented with traditional designs demonstrating the human ability to understand our environment and to perceive the cosmos. Throughout the world, the human body has been used as the ultimate canvas for plant-based adornment as well as indelible design using tattoo inks. Plants also garnered religious significance, both as offerings to the gods and as a doorway into the other world. Indigenous claims that plants themselves are sacred is leading to a startling reformulation of conservation. The authors argue that conservation goals can best be achieved by learning from, rather than opposing, indigenous peoples and their beliefs. KEY FEATURES • An engrossing narrative that invites the reader to personally engage with the relationship between plants, people, and culture • Full-color illustrations throughout—including many original photographs captured by the authors during fieldwork • New to this edition—"Plants That Harm," a chapter that examines the dangers of poisonous plants and the promise that their study holds for novel treatments for some of our most serious diseases, including Alzheimer’s and substance addiction • Additional readings at the end of each chapter to encourage further exploration • Boxed features on selected topics that offer further insight • Provocative questions to facilitate group discussion Designed for the college classroom as well as for lay readers, this update of Plants, People, and Culture entices the reader with firsthand stories of fieldwork, spectacular illustrations, and a deep respect for both indigenous peoples and the earth’s natural heritage.
Plants, Pollutants and Remediation
by Münir Öztürk Muhammad Ashraf Ahmet Aksoy M. S. A. Ahmad Khalid Rehman HakeemIn the era of current industrial and civil development, everyone is expressing a deep concern about the problem of environmental pollution. The majority of the global community has a vested interest in supporting and sustaining any move for the protection of environment. In the greater part of the last century it was the fast pace of industrialization, galloping demand for energy and reckless exploitation of natural resources that were mainly responsible for creating the problem of environmental pollution. In the current scenario, high illiteracy rates of the developing nations leads to increasing environmental pollution. When it comes to the hazards of environmental pollution, there is only a very thin dividing line between different countries. One pollutes and the other suffers-there are no eventual winners without significant changes globally. Pollution is posing serious threats to all kinds of diversities on earth in particular plants. The plant world is of vital importance for our planet. It is a worldwide priority aimed at better meeting the needs for food, livelihoods and nature. To meet the food demand of fast-growing population, global food production will have to be doubled. The sustainability of food production depends on the sustainability of plant resources and using tolerant varieties to augment food production. This volume therefore covers discussions on the recent developments in this connection and the emerging role of plants as indicators, remediation, and such related issues as biodiversity conservation and the effects of on edible plants. It reviews issues concerning the future of plant life. Taking cognizance of this, several experts from different parts of the globe have contributed from their experience and knowledge to the critical issues of "Environmental Pollution," and the "Role of Plants in this connection".
Plantwide Control
by Gade Pandu Rangaiah Vinay KariwalaThe use of control systems is necessary for safe and optimal operation of industrial processes in the presence of inevitable disturbances and uncertainties. Plant-wide control (PWC) involves the systems and strategies required to control an entire chemical plant consisting of many interacting unit operations. Over the past 30 years, many tools and methodologies have been developed to accommodate increasingly larger and more complex plants.This book provides a state-of-the-art of techniques for the design and evaluation of PWC systems. Various applications taken from chemical, petrochemical, biofuels and mineral processing industries are used to illustrate the use of these approaches. This book contains 20 chapters organized in the following sections:Overview and Industrial Perspective Tools and Heuristics Methodologies Applications Emerging Topics With contributions from the leading researchers and industrial practitioners on PWC design, this book is key reading for researchers, postgraduate students, and process control engineers interested in PWC.
Planung, Anlage und Betrieb von Flugplätzen
by Heinrich MensenIn dem Handbuch für das Flughafenwesen werden sowohl die gesetzlichen Vorgaben zur Planung von Flugplätzen beschrieben als auch die beteiligten Organisationen und Verwaltungen. Die infrastrukturellen und abfertigungstechnischen Anforderungen werden von der Landseite, vom Terminalbereich sowie von der Luftseite her betrachtet. Die 2. Auflage enthält neue Kapitel zur Schließung von Flughäfen sowie zu ökologisch relevanten Fragen. Sie berücksichtigt aktuelle EASA-Klassifikationen und bietet viele Abbildungen und Karten von Verkehrsflughäfen.
Planung, Anlage und Betrieb von Flugplätzen (VDI-Buch)
by Heinrich MensenIn dem Handbuch für das Flughafenwesen werden sowohl die gesetzlichen Vorgaben zur Planung von Flugplätzen beschrieben als auch die beteiligten Organisationen und Verwaltungen. Die infrastrukturellen und abfertigungstechnischen Anforderungen werden von der Landseite, vom Terminalbereich sowie von der Luftseite her betrachtet. Die 2. Auflage enthält neue Kapitel zur Schließung von Flughäfen sowie zu ökologisch relevanten Fragen. Sie berücksichtigt aktuelle EASA-Klassifikationen und bietet viele Abbildungen und Karten von Verkehrsflughäfen.
Planung eines Wärmeübertragers: Ganzheitliche Aufgabenlösung bis zur Instandsetzung eines Rohrbündel-Wärmeübertragers
by Eberhard WegenerDieses praxisorientierte Lehrbuch für Ingenieurstudenten der höheren Semester gibt einen Überblick über die ganzheitliche und vertiefte Betrachtungsweise des Apparate Entwurfes. Wärmeübertragung/Wärmeübertrager sind elementare Bestandteile in den Studienrichtungen Verfahrenstechnik und Maschinenbau, aber auch angrenzenden Studienrichtungen. Für diese Studienfächer steht eine ausreichende Anzahl guter Fachliteratur zur Verfügung, die die Lehre bei der wärmetechnischen Auslegung, der Druckverlustberechnung und dem konstruktiven Entwurf unterstützt. Für darüber hinausgehende Themen steht wenig Zeit zur Verfügung oder sie sind nicht Inhalt des Lehrstoffes. Diese Begrenzung der Stoffvermittlung soll mit vorliegendem Fachbuch etwas gelockert werden und im Sinne einer ganzheitlichen Betrachtung den Studierenden einen kleinen Einblick in Themenkreise gewähren, die den Lebenslauf eines Wärmeübertragers charakterisieren. Anhand eines praktischen Beispiels werden nach der üblichen Auslegung des Apparates Grundlagen für den konstruktiven Entwurf diskutiert, die festigkeitsmäßige Bemessung der Bauteile behandelt und die Konstruktion vorgestellt. Anschließend erfolgt ein Überblick über die Fertigung und Montage des Wärmeübertragers und endet mit der Instandhaltung/Instandsetzung und ihren Problemen und Anforderungen. Neben der Anwendung von Wissen aus den Grundlagenfächern soll aber vor allem die Themenhandlung den Studierenden als Ergänzung zum Vorlesungsstoff dienen und ihren Gesichtskreis erweitern. Dadurch wird dieses Buch ein unverzichtbares Lehrbuch für alle Dozenten und Studenten höheren Semesters der Verfahrenstechnik, Maschinenbau, sowie für Ingenieure der Chemie, Maschinenbau und Verfahrenstechnik.
Planung und Bauausführung in der Schlitzwand- und Dichtwandtechnik (Bauingenieur-Praxis)
by Theodoros TriantafyllidisDas Buch behandelt die Verfahren der Schlitzwand- und Dichtwandtechnik und deren Anwendungsgrenzen sehr anschaulich. Es gibt praktische Anleitungen vom Entwurf bis zur Ausführung, auch von Neben- und Sonderleistungen. Darüber hinaus verrät es Lösungsansätze für schwierige Situationen, die durch weitläufig unbekannte oder unvorhergesehene Hindernisse entstehen. Für Ingenieure in der Planung und Bauausführung stellt das vorliegende Werk ein unverzichtbares aktuelles Praxishandbuch dar. Es gibt über den Stand der Technik hinaus wertvolle Hinweise für Möglichkeiten der Weiterentwicklung der beschriebenen Verfahren. Planung und Ausführung von Spezialtiefbauarbeiten liegen anders als früher heute nicht mehr in einer Hand; dem Planer fehlt die praktische Erfahrung und dem Ausführenden das Verständnis für die Probleme des Planers und teilweise auch die theoretischen Grundlagen. Dieses Buch will diese Lücke nicht füllen, sondern eher das Verständnis der Planenden und der potenziellen Auftraggeber für Probleme der Ausführungspraxis erweitern und ihnen näherbringen. Gleichzeitig spricht das Buch die Bauausführenden an und versucht, Probleme der Planung bzw. theoretische Grundlagen diesen Praktikern zu erläutern und mehr Sensibilität für die jeweiligen Bedürfnisse zu wecken. Die Lücke zwischen dem unterschiedlichen Verständnis von Planenden und Ausführenden sollte mit diesem Buch klarer und deutlicher werden, womit neue Wege der Qualitätssicherung gesucht und eingeschlagen werden.
Planung und Gestaltung einer Positivfabrik als Beitrag für eine absolute Nachhaltigkeit (AutoUni – Schriftenreihe #162)
by Malte GeblerDas Konzept einer „Positivfabrik“ beschreibt die Vision, dass Fabriken und ihre Wertschöpfungsprozesse eine nachhaltige Entwicklung in der Biosphäre und in menschlichen Gesellschaften fördern. Positive Fabriken agieren daher als Impulsgeber für nachhaltige Lebensräume, indem sie Ökosysteme schützen, soziale Angebote bereitstellen und eine gemeinwohlorientierte wirtschaftliche Entwicklung unterstützen. Die Planung und Gestaltung einer Positivfabrik erfordert eine methodische und prozessuale Systematik, die der Autor strukturiert herleitet. Die inhaltliche Beschreibung des Prototyps einer Positivfabrik und die Konzeptanwendung verdeutlichen, wie eine Positivfabrik in der Praxis realisiert werden kann.
Planung von additiven Fertigungsprozessen
by Rezo AliyevDieses Buch für die Planung von additiven Fertigungsprozessen stellt einen praxisorientierten methodischen Ansatz vor, der auf den wissenschaftlich fundierten Grundlagen der Planungsmethoden basiert. Die im Buch beschriebene Vorgehensweise unterstützt den Arbeitsplaner bei der Entscheidungsfindung in den jeweiligen Planungsphasen. Die für eine erfolgreiche Umsetzung der Planungsmethoden erforderlichen Kenntnisse werden werkstoffbezogen dargestellt, wobei sowohl die additive Fertigung metallischer als auch nichtmetallischer Werkstoffe abgedeckt wird. Dieses aus technischer und technologischer Sicht beschriebene Wissen führt den Arbeitsplaner sukzessive über mehrere Schritte zur Lösung der gestellten Fertigungsaufgabe.
Planung von Elektroanlagen: Theorie, Vorschriften, Praxis
by Ismail KasikciDieses Werk stellt dem Planer von Elektroanlagen die benötigten technischen Grundlagen, die einzuhaltenden Vorschriften und Standards sowie vielerlei weitere praxisrelevante Informationen und Daten zur Verfügung. Nach Möglichkeit wurden die Planungswerte und Gleichungen in Tabellen und Abbildungen aufgeführt, um eine hohe Übersichtlichkeit und rasches Auffinden zu gewährleisten. Es dient somit als Lehr- und Handbuch für den täglichen Gebrauch durch den Elektro-Fachmann. Regenerative Energien insbesondere Wasserkraft,- Windkraft- und PV-Anlagen werden ebenfalls behandelt. Kurzschlussberechnung, Mittelspannungsanlagen, Erdungsanlagen, Spannungsfallberechnung und Schutztechnik bilden einen besonderen Schwerpunkt innerhalb des Werks. Viele Beispiele aus der Praxis runden das Buch ab.In der dritten Auflage wurden alle Themen sehr stark überarbeitet, besonders der Spannungsfall, Erdungsanlagen, Kurzschlussstromberechnung und Schutztechnik in HS-Anlagen. Das Buch wendet sich an Studierende der Elektrotechnik, Ingenieure, Techniker und Praktiker aus den Bereichen Nieder- und Mittelspannungsanlagen, Erdungsanlagen, Netzschutz, Planung, Betrieb und Instandhaltung, Netzbetreiber, Behörden sowie Ingenieurbüros.
Planung von innerbetrieblichen Transportsystemen: Fahrzeugsysteme (Intralogistik)
by Johannes Fottner Stefan Galka Sebastian Habenicht Eva Klenk Ingolf Meinhardt Thorsten SchmidtDieses Buch beschreibt bewährte, praxistaugliche Methoden zur Planung innerbetrieblicher Transportsysteme. Der Fokus liegt auf den wesentlichen Systemen und Förderfahrzeugen, die derzeit in der Industrie eingesetzt werden: Gabelstapler, fahrerlose Transportfahrzeuge, Routenzüge und Elektrohängebahnen. Neben einer Beschreibung relevanter Systemelemente und Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten liefert das Buch Empfehlungen zur Auswahl eines geeigneten Systems entsprechend der individuellen Anforderungen. Planungsschritte von der Erhebung von Plandaten bis zur Umsetzung werden vorgestellt. Methoden, die bei Planungsentscheidungen wie der Bestimmung der Anzahl benötigter Fahrzeuge helfen, sind detailliert beschrieben; ihre Anwendung wird anhand von Fallbeispielen demonstriert. Do's and Dont’s, basierend auf Erfahrungen von Praktikern und Wissenschaftlern, tragen dazu bei, Planungsfehler zu vermeiden.Das Buch wendet sich an Planer und Betreiber derartiger Systeme, Studierende einschlägiger Studienfächer bekommen einen vertieften Einblick in die Umsetzung der Methoden.
Planungsfibel für Aufzugsanlagen: Eine Einführung
by Dieter UngerDie Planungsfibel soll für Architekten und Aufzugsplaner Hinweise geben, was bei der Planung einer Aufzugsanlage in einem Neubau, beim Bauen im Bestand und bei einer Modernisierung zu beachten ist. Die Fibel ersetzt keine Planung, sie soll aber als Hilfestellung dienen, Fehler zu vermeiden. Darüber hinaus soll durch Aufklärung einige im Markt vorhandene Missverständnisse beseitigt werden. Hierbei fließen meine eigenen Erfahrungen ein, die ich bei Planungsvorhaben in der Vergangenheit gewonnen habe.
Plasma and Spot Phenomena in Electrical Arcs (Springer Series on Atomic, Optical, and Plasma Physics #113)
by Isak BeilisThis book is devoted to a thorough investigation of the physics and applications of the vacuum arc – a highly-ionized metallic plasma source used in a number of applications – with emphasis on cathode spot phenomena and plasma formation. The goal is to understand the origins and behavior of the various complex and sometimes mysterious phenomena involved in arc formation, such as cathode spots, electrode vaporization, and near-electrode plasma formation. The book takes the reader from a model of dense cathode plasma based on charge-exchange ion-atom collisions through a kinetic approach to cathode vaporization and on to metal thermophysical properties of cathodes. This picture is further enhanced by an in-depth study of cathode jets and plasma acceleration, the effects of magnetic fields on cathode spot behavior, and electrical characteristics of arcs and cathode spot dynamics. The book also describes applications to space propulsion, thin film deposition, laser plasma generation, and magnetohydrodynamics, making this comprehensive and up-to-date volume a valuable resource for researchers in academia and industry.
Plasma and Thermal Spraying
by Juraj Ružbarský Anton PandaThis book presents the principles of plasma and heat spraying. It introduces plasma jet and the formation of plasma sprayed coatings. It explains the adhesion process and also presents standard methods for measurement according to DIN forms. Some case studies are presented for illustration.
Plasma Assisted Combustion and Chemical Processing
by Yiguang Ju Andrey StarikovskiyPlasma Assisted Combustion and Chemical Processing provides an introduction to the opportunities of plasma-assisted combustion and chemical processing for green energy conversion using renewable electricity.Covering the fundamentals of combustion and plasma physics and chemistry, it details the mechanisms and technologies of plasma-enhanced combustion, chemical process, materials manufacturing and recycling, and pollutant control. Addressing future challenges and opportunities of plasma-assisted combustion and electrified green manufacturing, this book covers the state-of-art methods of modeling and diagnostic tools to optimize the process design.This book offers graduate students and researchers a comprehensive review of the fundamentals and research frontier in this emergent field.
Plasma-based Radar Cross Section Reduction
by Hema Singh Simy Antony Rakesh Mohan JhaThis book presents a comprehensive review of plasma-based stealth, covering the basics, methods, parametric analysis, and challenges towards the realization of the idea. The concealment of aircraft from radar sources, or stealth, is achieved through shaping, radar absorbing coatings, engineered materials, or plasma, etc. Plasma-based stealth is a radar cross section (RCS) reduction technique associated with the reflection and absorption of incident electromagnetic (EM) waves by the plasma layer surrounding the structure. A plasma cloud covering the aircraft may give rise to other signatures such as thermal, acoustic, infrared, or visual. Thus it is a matter of concern that the RCS reduction by plasma enhances its detectability due to other signatures. This needs a careful approach towards the plasma generation and its EM wave interaction. The book starts with the basics of EM wave interactions with plasma, briefly discuss the methods used to analyze the propagation characteristics of plasma, and its generation. It presents the parametric analysis of propagation behaviour of plasma, and the challenges in the implementation of plasma-based stealth technology. This review serves as a starting point for the graduate and research students, scientists and engineers working in the area of low-observables and stealth technology.
Plasma Cancer Therapy (Springer Series on Atomic, Optical, and Plasma Physics #115)
by Michael KeidarThis book, written by key researchers in the field, provides a comprehensive analysis and overview of the state of the art of plasma-based cancer therapy. Recent progress in atmospheric plasmas has led to non-thermal or cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) devices with ion temperatures close to room temperature. In contrast to many existing anti-cancer approaches, CAP is a selective anti-cancer modality which has demonstrated significant potential in cancer therapy.Written by a global, cross-disciplinary group of leading researchers, this book covers basic theory, generation, diagnostics, and simulation of cold atmospheric plasma, as well as their clinical application in cancer therapy, immunotherapy, and future outlook, giving a complete picture of the field.It is meant for a broad audience, from students to engineers and scientists, who are interested in the emerging world of plasma medical applications. It presents recent advances, primary challenges, and future directions of this exciting, cutting-edge field.
Plasma Catalysis: Fundamentals and Applications (Springer Series on Atomic, Optical, and Plasma Physics #106)
by Xin Tu J. Christopher Whitehead Tomohiro NozakiThis book provides a comprehensive overview of the field of plasma catalysis, regarded as a promising alternative to thermal processes for energy and environmental applications. It bridges the gap between the plasma and catalysis research communities, covering both the fundamentals of plasma catalysis and its application in environmental and energy research. The first section of the book offers a broad introduction to plasma catalysis, covering plasma-catalyst systems, interactions, and modeling. The core of the book then focuses on different applications, describing a wide range of plasma-catalytic processes in catalyst synthesis, environmental clean-up, greenhouse gas conversion and synthesis of materials for energy applications. Chapters cover topics ranging from removal of NOx and VOCs to conversion of methane, carbon dioxide and the reforming of ethanol and methanol.Written by a group of world-leading researchers active in the field, the book forms a valuable resource for scientists, engineers and students with different research backgrounds including plasma physics, plasma chemistry, catalysis, energy, environmental engineering, electrical engineering and material engineering.