Books published by Imperial College Press

Provides an account of internal, external and unsteady slow viscous flows, including the advances. This book shows how the method of eigenfunctions, in conjunction with least squares, can be used to solve problems of low Reynolds number flows, including three-dimensional internal and unsteady flows.

Addresses public health issues in traditional, complementary and alternative medicine (TCAM). This book presents reviews of TCAM research in a range of priority public health areas such as malaria and HIV. It offers a global overview of policy and legislative trends in this field.

Introduction to Engineering; History of Engineering; Contemporary Context of Engineering

Outlines the developments and research directions being made world-wide in earth sciences. This book explains how methodologies such as satellite remote sensing and supercomputing simulations are changing research in earth sciences; how the earth system is being viewed in a holistic way, linking the atmosphere, ocean and solid earth; and more.

Sets out the paradoxical position of biomedical science finds itself in, in the early 21st century. This title deals with the creative nature of original science, how it is driven by curiosity and self-motivation and how these can be stifled by pettifogging managerialism.

Focuses on equity derivatives and charts and how key assumptions on the dynamics of stocks impact on the value of exotics. This title focuses on intuition and practical application.

Provides an important step in introducing principles and concepts within the field of toxicology. This edition highlights the underlying mechanisms of toxicity through examples taken from gases, minerals, plants, fungi, bacteria, marine creatures, industrial chemicals and pharmacological agents.

Intends to give an advanced overview of flexoelectricity, a linear physical coupling between mechanical (orientational) deformations and electric polarization, which is specific to systems with orientational order, such as liquid crystals. It addresses a common macroscopic (continuum) description the microscopic theory of flexoelectricity.

Devoted to the key role played by light and electromagnetic radiation in the universe, this title introduces readers to philosophical hypotheses such as the economy, symmetry and the universality of natural laws, and are then guided to practical consequences such as the rules of geometrical optics and more.

A learning tool to aid preparation for undergraduate pharmacology examinations. It focuses on reinforcing core concepts, improving technique and developing confidence in answering the style of questions used in the examination.

This is the second edition of the classic book An Introduction to Bioceramics which provides a comprehensive overview of all types of ceramic and glass materials that are used in medicine and dentistry. The enormous growth of the field of bioceramics is due to the recognition by the medical and dental community of the importance of bioactive materials to stimulate repair and regeneration of tissues. This edition includes 21 new chapters that document the science and especially the clinical applications of the new generation of bioceramics in the field of tissue regeneration and repair. Important socioeconomic factors influencing the economics and availability of new medical treatments are covered with updates on regulatory procedures for new biomaterials, methods for technology transfer and ethical issues. The book contains 42 chapters that offer the only comprehensive treatment of the science, technology and clinical applications of all types of bioceramic materials used in medicine and dentistry. Each chapter is written by leaders in their specialized fields and is a thorough review of the subject matter, unlike many conference proceedings. All chapters have been edited to reflect the same writing style, making the book an easy read. The completeness of treatment of all types of bioceramics and their clinical applications makes the book unique in the field and invaluable to all readers.

This volume provides a detailed treatment of half-metallic materials and their properties from both an experimental and theoretical point of view. It discusses the methods used to understand and predict the properties of half-metals and the gamut of other materials amenable to these techniques. It also offers an expansive bibliography to facilitate further and deeper research. This book provides the precise definitions of all key terminology used in the vast and varied literature. This is the first comprehensive monograph on the subject and will serve as a starting point for graduate students and senior researchers who wish to enter the field. This book will also be an invaluable reference to those already working in the area of half-metallic materials.

The scope of this book is two-fold: the first part gives a fully detailed and pedagogical presentation of the Hawking effect and its physical implications, and the second discusses the backreaction problem, especially in connection with exactly solvable semiclassical models that describe analytically the black hole evaporation process. The book aims to establish a link between the general relativistic viewpoint on black hole evaporation and the new CFT-type approaches to the subject. The detailed discussion on backreaction effects is also extremely valuable.

E A Milne was one of the giants of 20th century astrophysics and cosmology. In this book, the author's aim is to show the human face of science, how the course of her father's life was shaped by circumstance and by the influence of illustrious friends and colleagues such as Einstein, Eddington, G H Hardy, and, Hubble.

Presents an overview of the findings in the biology of neutrophils. This title provides a detailed description of signal transduction, generation of reactive oxygen, and mechanisms of migration and death of these cells. It also contains information regarding neutrophils' role in cancer.

Deals with functional nanomaterials, materials containing specific, predictable nanostructures whose chemical composition or interfacial structure enables to perform a specific job. This book addresses some of the environmental remediation and sensing/detection problems faced by mankind.

Provides a comprehensive overview of theories, concepts and especially empirical results on open innovation and the integration of suppliers, offering insights into collaborative approaches with suppliers.

Presents the selected proceedings of the inaugural, "The Performer's Voice: An International Forum for Music Performance and Scholarship", directed by Dr Anne Marshman (editor) and hosted by the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore.

Includes the core student haematology curriculum as recommended by the Royal College of Pathologists. This book incorporates self-evaluation questions and learning objectives that give students the information needed to understand the topic as well as indications on the core knowledge that students are required to know in the field of haematology.

Brings together fifteen Nobel Prize-winning discoveries that have the impact upon medical science and the practice of medicine during the 20th century. This title is suitable for those who are involved in or contemplating a career in medical research.

A guide to undergraduate surgery. It contains sections on trauma, orthopaedics, urology and ENT. It covers subjects such as fluid balance management and minor surgical procedures and also includes a section on how to problem solve even in the context of areas unknown to the student. It is intended for medical students.

Introduces the central issues in the philosophy of chemistry. Mobilizing the theme of impurity, this book explores the tradition of chemistry's negative image. It argues for the positive philosophical value of chemistry, reflecting its characteristic practical engagement with the material world.

A collection of selected papers presented at the International Conference of Marketing and Management Sciences held from 23 to 25 May 2008 in Athens, Greece. It is of interest to academics studying and teaching marketing and management courses and to managers dealing with strategies to cope with changes due to globalization.

The Schrodinger equation is the master equation of quantum chemistry. The founders of quantum mechanics realised how this equation underpins essentially the whole of chemistry. This title focuses on non-mainstream methods to solve the molecular electronic Schrodinger equation.

It is through images that we understand the form and function of material objects, from the fundamental particles that are the constituents of matter to galaxies that are the constituents of the Universe. This book gives an understanding of the principles behind the imaging process and a general account of how those principles are utilized.

Treats the solution of the Dirac equation for an electron in a Coulomb field by utilizing fresh insights provided by supersymmetry. This title shows that these concepts have their analogue in the non-relativistic cases. It develops the non-relativistic case, in order to introduce the various concepts in a familiar context.

Why do Russians tend to react differently from 'us' in given diplomatic or business situations? Why do they find the notion of a contract difficult to grasp, and seem hostile to the principle of the level playing field? This book addresses the fundamental problems in Russian society, and in Russia's relations with the rest of the world.