Connect foundational materials chemistry with advanced device applications and technologies
Students in materials science and chemistry need resources that integrate theoretical foundations with current technological applications. Integrated Materials Science: Physics, Chemistry, and Device Applications delivers this integration through an interdisciplinary approach spanning chemistry, physics, and engineering. Written by a team of experienced researchers, this textbook builds from core concepts to advanced topics systematically.
Integrated Materials Science covers crystal symmetry, material defects, and conduction mechanisms alongside emerging topics including nanomaterials, organic conductors, thin film technologies, and dendrimers. Each chapter connects theoretical principles to applications in energy storage, electronics, photonics, and biomedicine. Problem sets with solutions and case studies support student engagement and practical understanding throughout the comprehensive content.
The book also features:
- In-depth coverage of nanomaterials, organic conductors, thin films, and dendrimers often underrepresented in traditional materials chemistry textbooks
- Clear explanations of crystal symmetry, material defects, and conduction mechanisms supported by illustrative examples and detailed structural descriptions
- Real-world applications in energy storage, electronics, photonics, and biomedicine woven throughout to connect theory with emerging technologies
- Problem sets at the end of each chapter with solutions designed to reinforce concepts and aid both teaching and self-study
- Progressive structure building from foundational principles to graduate-level content suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students alike
Ideal for upper undergraduate and early graduate students in materials science, chemistry, physics, and engineering, this textbook serves as both a core text for materials chemistry courses and a supplementary resource for nanomaterials and applied physics curricula seeking interdisciplinary depth.
S.M. Ashraf, PhD, is a retired Professor of Chemistry from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, where he pioneered postgraduate courses in Materials Chemistry in 1985. He has supervised numerous Masters and PhD research projects and published widely used laboratory manuals.
Ufana Riaz, PhD, is a Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at North Carolina Central University. Her recognitions include the National Education Excellence Award in Materials Chemistry and placement on Stanford University's top 2% of scientists worldwide list.
