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Physics springer.com/NEWSonline 68 E. Abad, Autonomous University of Madrid , Spain Energy Level Alignment and Electron Transport Through Metal/Organic Contacts From Interfaces to Molecular Electronics In recent years, ever more electronic devices have started to exploit the advantages of organic semiconductors. e work reported in this thesis focuses on analyzing theoretically the energy level alignment of different metal/organic interfaces, necessary to tailor devices with good performance. Traditional methods based on density functional theory (DFT), are not appropriate for analyzing them because they underestimate the organic energy gap and fail to correctly describe the van der Waals forces. Since the size of these systems prohibits the use of more accurate methods, corrections to those DFT drawbacks are desirable. In this work a combination of a standard DFT cal- culation with the inclusion of the charging energy (U) of the molecule, calculated from first princip- les, is presented. Regarding the dispersion forces, incorrect long range interaction is substituted by a van der Waals potential. Features 7 A new calculational approach to describing metal/organic interfaces 7 A valuable step towards a better understanding of molecular elect- ronics 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribu- tion by the Autonomous University of Madrid Contents eoretical Foundation.- Further Developments in IDIS Model.- e IDIS Model at the Molecular Li- mit.- Results for Various Interfaces: C60, Benzene, TTF, TCNQ and Pentacene Over Au(111). Fields of interests Surface and Interface Science, in Films; Optical and Electronic Materials; eoretical, Mathemati- cal and Computational Physics Target groups Research Discount group Professional Non-Medical Available 2012. XVI, 231 p. 89 illus., 12 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover 7 $129.00 ISBN 978-3-642-30906-9 9<HTOGPC=dajagj> F. Abergel, École Centrale Paris, France; B. K. Chakrabarti, Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics, Kolkata, India; A. Chakraborti, École Centrale Paris, France; A. Ghosh, Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics, Kolkata, India (Eds) Econophysics of Systemic Risk and Network Dynamics Contents Diffusion of defaults among financial institutions by G. Demange.- Systemic risk and complex sys- tems: a graph-theory analysis by D. Lautier, F. Ray- naud.- Omori Law aſter Exogenous on Supplier- Customer Network by Y. Fujiwara.- Aſtershock prediction for high-frequency financial markets’ dynamics by F. Baldovin, F. Camana, M. Caraglio, A.L. Stella, M. Zamparo.- How unstable are com- plex financial systems ? Analyzing an inter-bank network of credit relations by S. Sinha, M. ess, S. Markose.- Study of statistical correlations in in- traday and daily financial return time series by G. Tilak, T. Széll, R. Chicheportiche, A. Chakraborti.- A robust measure of investor contrarian behaviour by D. Challet, D. Morton de Lachapelle.- Evolution of Zipf’s Law for Indian Urban Agglomerations vis-à-vis Chinese Urban Agglomerations by K. Gangopadhyay, B. Basu.- Reaction to extreme events in a minimal agent based model by A. Zac- caria, M. Cristelli, L. Pietronero.- Predatory trading and risk minimisation: how to (b)eat the competi- tion by A. Mehta.- Statistical Mechanics of Labor Markets by He Chen, Jun-ichi Inoue.- Kolkata Paise Restaurant Problem: An Introduction by A. Ghosh, S. Biswas, A. Chatterjee, A.S. Chakrabarti, T. Naskar, M. Mitra, B.K. Chakrabarti.- Kolkata Paise Restaurant problem and the Cyclically Fair Norm by P. Banerjee, M. Mitra, C. Mukherjee. [...] Fields of interests Statistical Physics, Dynamical Systems and Com- plexity; Economics/Management Science, general; Mathematics, general Target groups Research Discount group Professional Non-Medical Available 2013. 60 illus. (New Economic Windows) Hardcover 7 approx. $139.00 ISBN 978-88-470-2552-3 9<HTTIPH=acffcd> L. Alvarez-Gaumé, M. Mangano, E. Tsesmelis, CERN, Geneva, Switzerland (Eds) From the PS to the LHC - 50 Years of Nobel Memories in High-Energy Physics Features 7 Collects lectures and essays from leading play- ers in the field, among them thirteen Nobel Laure- ates 7 Provides unique insights into the history of the field for active researchers 7 Constitutes a primary source of information for historians of science Contents Memories of the PS and of LEP (J. Steinber- ger).- e Cern Proton Synchrotron: 50 Years of reliable Operation and Continued Development (G. Plass).- A Few Memories From the Days at LEP (E. Picasso).- LEP Operation (S. Myers).- Proton- Antiproton Colliders (C. Rubbia).- Elec- tron Colliders at CERN (B. Richter).-  e LHC Adventure (L. Evans).- e Future of the CERN Accelerators Complex (R.-D. Heuer).- Memories of the Events at Led to the Discovery of the Nu_Mu  (L. Ledermann).- e Discovery of CP Violation (J. W. Cronin).- Unification: en and Now (S. Glashow).- Peering Inside the Proton (J. Friedman).- QCD : An Unfinished Symphony (F. Wilczek).- e LHC and the Higgs Boson (M. Veltman).- e Unique Beauty of the Subatomic Landscape (G. ‘t Hooſt).- QCD: Now and en (D. Gross).- Test of the Standard Model in Space: the AMS Experiment on the International Space Station (S. Ting).- Changing Views of Symmetry (S. Weinberg). Fields of interests History and Philosophical Foundations of Physics; Elementary Particles, Quantum Field eory; Par- ticle Acceleration and Detection, Beam Physics Target groups Research Discount group Professional Non-Medical Available 2012. 250 p. 100 illus., 50 in color. Hardcover 7 approx. $99.00 ISBN 978-3-642-30843-7 9<HTOGPC=daiedh>

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E. Abad, Autonomous University of Madrid , Spain

Energy Level Alignment and Electron Transport Through Metal/Organic ContactsFrom Interfaces to Molecular Electronics

In recent years, ever more electronic devices have started to exploit the advantages of organic semiconductors. The work reported in this thesis focuses on analyzing theoretically the energy level alignment of different metal/organic interfaces, necessary to tailor devices with good performance. Traditional methods based on density functional theory (DFT), are not appropriate for analyzing them because they underestimate the organic energy gap and fail to correctly describe the van der Waals forces. Since the size of these systems prohibits the use of more accurate methods, corrections to those DFT drawbacks are desirable. In this work a combination of a standard DFT cal-culation with the inclusion of the charging energy (U) of the molecule, calculated from first princip-les, is presented. Regarding the dispersion forces, incorrect long range interaction is substituted by a van der Waals potential.

Features 7 A new calculational approach to describing metal/organic interfaces 7 A valuable step towards a better understanding of molecular elect-ronics 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribu-tion by the Autonomous University of Madrid

Contents Theoretical Foundation.- Further Developments in IDIS Model.- The IDIS Model at the Molecular Li-mit.- Results for Various Interfaces: C60, Benzene, TTF, TCNQ and Pentacene Over Au(111).

Fields of interestsSurface and Interface Science, Thin Films; Optical and Electronic Materials; Theoretical, Mathemati-cal and Computational Physics

Target groupsResearch

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Available

2012. XVI, 231 p. 89 illus., 12 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-30906-9

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F. Abergel, École Centrale Paris, France; B. K. Chakrabarti, Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics, Kolkata, India; A. Chakraborti, École Centrale Paris, France; A. Ghosh, Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics, Kolkata, India (Eds)

Econophysics of Systemic Risk and Network DynamicsContents Diffusion of defaults among financial institutions by G. Demange.- Systemic risk and complex sys-tems: a graph-theory analysis by D. Lautier, F. Ray-naud.- Omori Law after Exogenous on Supplier-Customer Network by Y. Fujiwara.- Aftershock prediction for high-frequency financial markets’ dynamics by F. Baldovin, F. Camana, M. Caraglio, A.L. Stella, M. Zamparo.- How unstable are com-plex financial systems ? Analyzing an inter-bank network of credit relations by S. Sinha, M. Thess, S. Markose.- Study of statistical correlations in in-traday and daily financial return time series by G. Tilak, T. Széll, R. Chicheportiche, A. Chakraborti.- A robust measure of investor contrarian behaviour by D. Challet, D. Morton de Lachapelle.- Evolution of Zipf ’s Law for Indian Urban Agglomerations vis-à-vis Chinese Urban Agglomerations by K. Gangopadhyay, B. Basu.- Reaction to extreme events in a minimal agent based model by A. Zac-caria, M. Cristelli, L. Pietronero.- Predatory trading and risk minimisation: how to (b)eat the competi-tion by A. Mehta.- Statistical Mechanics of Labor Markets by He Chen, Jun-ichi Inoue.- Kolkata Paise Restaurant Problem: An Introduction by A. Ghosh, S. Biswas, A. Chatterjee, A.S. Chakrabarti, T. Naskar, M. Mitra, B.K. Chakrabarti.- Kolkata Paise Restaurant problem and the Cyclically Fair Norm by P. Banerjee, M. Mitra, C. Mukherjee. [...]

Fields of interestsStatistical Physics, Dynamical Systems and Com-plexity; Economics/Management Science, general; Mathematics, general

Target groupsResearch

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Available

2013. 60 illus. (New Economic Windows) Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-88-470-2552-3

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L. Alvarez-Gaumé, M. Mangano, E. Tsesmelis, CERN, Geneva, Switzerland (Eds)

From the PS to the LHC - 50 Years of Nobel Memories in High-Energy PhysicsFeatures 7 Collects lectures and essays from leading play-ers in the field, among them thirteen Nobel Laure-ates 7 Provides unique insights into the history of the field for active researchers 7 Constitutes a primary source of information for historians of science

Contents Memories of the PS and of LEP (J. Steinber-ger).- The Cern Proton Synchrotron: 50 Years of reliable Operation and Continued Development (G. Plass).- A Few Memories From the Days at LEP (E. Picasso).- LEP Operation (S. Myers).- Proton- Antiproton Colliders (C. Rubbia).- Elec-tron Colliders at CERN (B. Richter).-  The LHC Adventure (L. Evans).- The Future of the CERN Accelerators Complex (R.-D. Heuer).- Memories of the Events That Led to the Discovery of the Nu_Mu  (L. Ledermann).- The Discovery of CP Violation (J. W. Cronin).- Unification: Then and Now (S. Glashow).- Peering Inside the Proton (J. Friedman).- QCD : An Unfinished Symphony (F. Wilczek).- The LHC and the Higgs Boson (M. Veltman).- The Unique Beauty of the Subatomic Landscape (G. ‘t Hooft).- QCD: Now and Then (D. Gross).- Test of the Standard Model in Space: the AMS Experiment on the International Space Station (S. Ting).- Changing Views of Symmetry (S. Weinberg).

Fields of interestsHistory and Philosophical Foundations of Physics; Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory; Par-ticle Acceleration and Detection, Beam Physics

Target groupsResearch

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Available

2012. 250 p. 100 illus., 50 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $99.00ISBN 978-3-642-30843-7

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S. Bhattacharya, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India; K. P. Ghatak, University of Calcutta, India

Effective Electron Mass in Low-Dimensional SemiconductorsThis book deals with the Effective Electron Mass (EEM) in low dimensional semiconductors. The materials considered are quantum confined non-linear optical, III-V, II-VI, GaP, Ge, PtSb2, zero-gap, stressed, Bismuth, carbon nanotubes, GaSb, IV-VI, Te, II-V, Bi2Te3, Sb, III-V, II-VI, IV-VI semiconductors and quantized III-V, II-VI, IV-VI and HgTe/CdTe superlattices with graded interfaces and effective mass superlattices.

Features 7 Provides a treatment of  the effective electron mass in nanodevices 7 Explains changes of the band structure of optoelectronic semiconductors by intense electric fields and light waves 7 Gives insight into the electronic behavior in doped semi-conductors and their nanostructures 7 Supports tuition by 200 open problems and questions

Contents Part I: Influence of Light Waves on the Effective Electron Mass (EEM) in Optoelectronic Semicon-ductors.- Part II: Influence of Quantum Confine-ment on the EEM in Non-Parabolic Semiconduc-tors.- Part III: The EEM in Quantum Confined Superlattices of Non- Parabolic Semiconductors.- Part IV: Influence of Intense Electric Field on the EEM in Optoelectronic Semiconductors.

Fields of interestsSolid State Physics; Optical and Electronic Materi-als; Nanoscale Science and Technology

Target groupsResearch

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Available

2012. 400 p. 100 illus. (Springer Series in Materials Science, Volume 167) Hardcover7 approx. $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-31247-2

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C. Brée, Weierstrass Institute, Berlin, Germany

Nonlinear Optics in the Filamentation RegimeThis thesis provides deep insights into currently controversial questions in laser filamentation, a highly complex phenomenon involving nonlinear optical effects and plasma physics. First, based on the concrete picture of a femtosecond laser beam which self-pinches its radial intensity distributi-on, the thesis delivers a novel explanation for the remarkable and previously unexplained pheno-menon of pulse self-compression in filaments. Moreover, the work addresses the impact of a non-adiabatic change of both nonlinearity and dispersion on such an intense femtosecond pulse transiting from a gaseous dielectric material to a solid one. Finally, and probably most importantly, the author presents a simple and highly practical theoretical approach for quantitatively estimating the influence of higher-order nonlinear optical effects in optics.

Features 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribution by the Humboldt University, Berlin 7 Sheds light on controversial questions surrounding laser filamen-tation 7 Presents a powerful new approach to estimating the influence of higher-order nonlinear optical effects

Contents Theoretical Foundations of Femtosecond Filamen-tation.- Pulse Self-Compression in Femtosecond Filaments.- Saturation and Inversion of the All-Optical Kerr Effect.

Fields of interestsLaser Technology, Photonics; Plasma Physics; Optics and Electrodynamics

Target groupsResearch

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Available

2012. XIV, 140 p. 36 illus., 21 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-30929-8

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T. J.-L. Courvoisier, Integral Science Data Centre, Versoix, Switzerland

High Energy AstrophysicsAn Introduction

High-energy astrophysics has unveiled a Universe very different from that only known from optical observations. It has revealed many types of objects in which typical variability timescales are as short as years, months, days, and hours (in quasars, X-ray binaries, etc), and even down to milli-seconds in gamma ray bursts. The sources of energy that are encountered are only very seldom nuclear fusion, and most of the time gravitation, a paradox when one thinks that gravitation is, by many or-ders of magnitude, the weakest of the fundamental interactions.

Features 7 Based on observational examples this book reveals and explains high-energy astrophysical processes 7 Presents the theory of astrophysi-cal processes in a didactic approach by deriving equations step by step 7 With several attractive astronomical pictures

Contents Part I Physical Processes.- 1 The framework.- 2 Radiation of an accelerated charge.- 3 Bremsstrah-lung.- 4 Cyclotron line emission.- 5 Synchrotron emission.- 6 Compton processes.- 7 Comptonisa-tion.- 8 Pair Processes.- 9 Particle acceleration.- 10 Accretion.- 11 Radiation inefficient accretion flows.- Part II Astrophysical Objects.- 12 Black holes and accretion efficiency.- 13 Neutron Stars.- 14 Pulsars.- 15 The Hulse–Taylor pulsar and gravitational radiation.- 16 X-ray binaries.- 17 X-ray binaries evolution.- 18 Relativistic jets.- 19 Gamma ray bursts.- 20 Active galactic nuclei.- 21 The diffuse X-ray background and other cosmic backgrounds.- Index.

Fields of interestAstrophysics and Astroparticles

Target groupsGraduate

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

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2013. 342 p. (Astronomy and Astrophysics Library) Hardcover7 approx. $109.00ISBN 978-3-642-30969-4

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B. Cudnik, University St. Thomas, Houston, TX, USA

Faint Objects and How to Observe ThemFeatures 7 Provides a unique and up to date collection of facts about the physical nature of distant faint objects 7 Greatly enhances the appreciation of the visual appearance of a faint object in the eye-piece 7 Has the potential to renew the interest of those who have observed well-known deep sky objects and want a greater challenge

Contents Preface.- Pushing the Envelope in Visual Astrono-mical Observations.- Part I: The Physical Nature of Faint Objects.- Chapter 1: The Astronomical Surveys.- Chapter 2: The Astronomers Behind the Historical Surveys.- Chapter 3: The Nature of Star Clusters and Nebulae.- Chapter 4: The Nature of Galaxies and Galaxy Clusters.- Chapter 5: The Nature of Quasars and Other Exotics.- Chapter 6: Ground-and Space-Based Observations of the Most Distant Parts of the Universe.- Part II: How to Observe Faint Objects.- Chapter 7: General Guidelines for Observing Faint Ob-jects.- Chapter 8: Preparation and the Observing Session.- Chapter 9: Some Suggested Observing Projects.- Chapter 10: Suggested Projects by Survey and Source.- Chapter 11: Recording Your Observations and Other Tips to Help You Stick with the Program.- Chapter 12: Citizen Science Activities and Searching for Supernovae.- A Few Final Thoughts.- Appendix A: References and Footnotes.- Appendix B: Glossary.- Appendix C: Resources Useful for the Observation of Faint Objects.- Appendix D: Observing Software.- Ap-pendix E: Astronomical League Observing Clubs.- Appendix F: How to Find More Observing Lists of Faint Objects.- Index.

Fields of interestsAstronomy, Observations and Techniques; Popular Science in Astronomy

Target groupsPopular/general

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Due October 2012

2012. XIII, 213 p. 98 illus., 56 in color. (Astronomers‘ Observing Guides) Softcover7 approx. $39.95ISBN 978-1-4419-6756-5

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D. Dubbers, Universität Heidelberg, Germany; H.-J. Stöckmann, Philipps-Universität Marburg, Germany

Quantum Physics: The Bottom-Up ApproachFrom the Simple Two-Level System to Irreducible Representations

This concise tutorial provides the bachelor student and the practitioner with a short text on quantum physics that allows them to understand a wealth of quantum phenomena based on a compact, well readable, yet still concise and accurate description of nonrelativistic quantum theory. This “quadra-ture of the circle” is achieved by concentrating first on the simplest quantum system that still displays all basic features of quantum theory, namely, a system with only two quantized energy levels.

Features 7 Helps in a compact form to reach good under-standing of quantum physics 7 Shows impor-tant analogies between problems across different disciplines 7 Concise and accurate, written in a readable and lively style 7 Concentrates on the simplest quantum system which still displays the basic features of quantum theory 7 Chap-ters end with a general outlook on multi-level systems 7 Results are applied to a multitude of topics in modern science, from particle physics and quantum optics to time standards and magne-tic resonance imaging

Contents Some simple two-level systems.- Equations of motion.- Manipulation of spins.- Spooky action at a distance.- Atomic two-level systems.- Other two-level systems.- Excursions in parameter space.

Fields of interestsQuantum Physics; Mathematical Methods in Physics; Mechanics

Target groupsGraduate

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Available

2012. 255 p. 60 illus. (Graduate Texts in Physics) Hardcover7 $89.95ISBN 978-3-642-31059-1

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A. Egeland, University of Oslo, Norway; W. J. Burke, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA, USA

Carl StørmerAuroral Pioneer

This biography summarizes the seminal contribu-tions to auroral and space science of Carl Størmer (1874 - 1957). He was the first to develop precise photographic methods to calculate heights and morphologies of diverse auroral forms during four solar cycles. Størmer independently devised numerical techniques to determine the trajecto-ries of high-energy charged particles allowed and forbidden in the Earth’s magnetic field.

Features 7 Unfolds the complexity and beauty of aurora borealis for a general audience in easy to under-stand prose 7 Demonstrates how a dedicated scientist could resolve mysteries of space using just groundbased observations 7 Provides a realistic basis for understanding how the space-age world we live in came to be 7 Singular access to family archives allowed the authors to write the first and only biography of Carl Størmer

Contents Preface.- 1 Introduction.- 2 Carl Størmer’s Ori-gins.- 3 Størmer’s Auroral Studies.- 4 Mother-of-Pearl-, Noctilucent Clouds, Comets and Metors.- 5 Botanical Interests.- 6 Mathematical Analyses.- 7 Cooperation and conflict with Kristian Birkeland.- 8 Størmer the Man.- 9 The Størmer Family.- 10 Størmer’s Accomplishments: In Retrospect.- 11 Carl Størmer’s publications, biographies, and other sources. Appendix 1 Størmer’s Trajectory Ana-lyses.- Appendix 2 Auroral Height and Position Orientations.- Bibliography.- Index of names.

Fields of interestsExtraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences; Atmos-pheric Sciences; History and Philosophical Found-ations of Physics

Target groupsResearch

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Available

2012. Approx. 230 p. 135 illus., 14 in color. (Astrophysics and Space Science Library, Volume 393) Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-31456-8

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N. English, Fintry by Glasgow, UK

Classic TelescopesA Guide to Collecting, Restoring, and Using Telescopes of Yesteryear

Classic telescopes are of interest to amateur astronomers for a variety of reasons. There are the dedicated collectors, but there are also many ama-teurs who love the nostalgia they inspire. These telescopes „feel“ different from any contemporary telescope and perhaps have a unique ability to reconnect the owner to a bygone age of craftman-ship.

Features 7 Includes some rare photos of the most iconic telescopes ever built, revealing their allure and making obvious the value of these wonderful instruments 7 Shows readers how to find real bargains on classic telescopes, especially using eBay and the rest of the Internet 7 Interviews top telescope collectors and users from both sides of the Atlantic 7 Includes review of some speci-fic instruments that are often talked about on the amateur Internet forums

Contents Preface: The Appeal of Yesteryear.-Chapter 1: The Dollond Century.- Chapter 2: A Yorkshireman Makes Good.- Chapter 3: Once Upon a Time in America.- Chapter 4: Zeiss is Nice.- Chapter 5: The Story of Broadhurst, Clarkson & Fuller.- Chapter 6: The 60mm Brigade.- Chapter 7: Classic Specula.- Chapter 8: The Age of Unitron.- Chapter 9: Die Zauberflöte.- Chapter 10: Pioneers of the New Glass.- Chaper 11: Classic Cats.- Chapter 12: Resurrecting the Master‘s Glass.- Chapter 13: The Antique Telescpe in the Twenty-First Century.- Epilogue: Sailing to Byzantium.- References and Bibliography.- Glossary.- Index.

Fields of interestsAstronomy, Observations and Techniques; Popular Science in Astronomy

Target groupsPopular/general

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Due September 2012

2012. XIV, 315 p. 172 illus., 153 in color. (Patrick Moore‘s Practical Astronomy Series) Softcover7 $39.95ISBN 978-1-4614-4423-7

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G. Hagler, Rockville, MD, USA

Modeling Ships and Space CraftThe Science and Art of Mastering the Oceans and Sky

Modeling Ships and Space Craft: The Science and Art of Mastering the Oceans and Sky begins with the theories of Aristotle and Archimedes, moving on to examine the work of Froude and Taylor, the early aviators and the Wright Brothers, Goddard and the other rocket men, and the computational fluid dynamic models of our time. It examines the ways each used fluid dynamic principles in the design of their vessels.

Features 7 Explains in clear language how hydrome-chanics and fluid dynamics influence our daily lives 7 Covers modeling and its use in na-val design from early 20th Century to its use today 7 Examines hydrodynamics with equal coverage given to both aero and fluid dynamics

Contents Preface.- Part I - Fluid Dynamics in Action.- Chapter 1 - Airborne Creatures.- Chapter 2 - Human Innovation.- Chapter 3 - Aquatic Creatures.- Part II - Evolution of Theory.- Chapter 4 - Hydrodynamic Theorists.- Chapter 5 - Aero-dynamic Theorists.- Part III - Scale Model Testing Begins.- Chapter 6 - William Froude.- Chapter 7 - David Watson Taylor.- Chapter 8 - Early Avia-tors.- Chapter 9 - The Wright Brothers.- Chapter 10 - Rocketmen.- Part IV - Model Testing Today.- Chapter 11 - Computational Fluid Dynamics.- Glossary.- Bibliography.

Fields of interestsFluid- and Aerodynamics; Popular Science in Mathematics/Computer Science/Natural Science/Technology; Aerospace Technology and Astro-nautics

Target groupsPopular/general

Discount groupTrade

Due September 2012

2013. XV, 291 p. 112 illus., 11 in color. Softcover7 approx. $34.95ISBN 978-1-4614-4595-1

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F. Hammerath, Dresden, Germany

Magnetism and Superconductivity in Iron-based Superconductors as Probed by Nuclear Magnetic ResonanceNuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) has been a fundamental player in the studies of supercon-ducting materials for many decades. This local probe technique allows for the study of the static electronic properties as well as of the low energy excitations of the electrons in the normal and the superconducting state. On that account it has also been widely applied to Fe-based superconductors from the very beginning of their discovery in February 2008. This dissertation comprises some of these very first NMR results, reflecting the unconventional nature of superconductivity and its strong link to magnetism in the investigated compounds LaO1–xFxFeAs and LiFeAs.

Feature 7 Publication in the field of natural sciences

Contents Basic Principles of NMR.- NMR in the Supercon-ducting State.- Iron-based Superconductors.- Ex-perimental Setup.- NMR on LaO1−xFxFeAs in the Normal State.- NMR and NQR on LaO1−xFxFeAs in the Superconducting State.- NMR and NQR on LiFeAs.

Fields of interestPhysics, general

Target groupsResearch

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

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2012. XVI, 172 p. 75 illus., 39 in color. Softcover7 $89.95ISBN 978-3-8348-2422-6

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A. Hanslmeier, Institut für Physik, Graz, Austria; S. Kempe, Institute of Applied Geosciences (IAG), Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany; J. Seckbach, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel (Eds)

Life on Earth and other Planetary BodiesContents List of Contributors.- Pathways to Life on Earth and Other Planetary Bodies.- Terestrial Halo-phylies, Evaporite Environments and The Search for Life on Mars.- Vescicular Basalts as a Niche for Microbial Life.- Molecules Between the Stars.- Prokaryotic Communities Below Planetary Surfaces and Their Involvement In The Nitrogen Cycle.- Life Without Water: The Sleeping Chirono-mid and Other Anhydrobiotic Invertebrates and their Utilization in Astrobiology.- Habitability and Cosmic Catastrophes.- Glaciopanspermia: Seeding the Terrestrial Planets with Life?.- Chemical Evolution In Primeval Seas.- Terrestiral Analogues for Early Planetary Oceans: Niuafo‘Ou Caldera Lakes (Tonga) and their Geology, Water Chemistry and Stromatolites;.- Comparison of Environment Types with Liquid Water on Mars.- Criteria of Possible Habitability of Earth-Like Exoplanets.- Origin of the Genetic Code and Abiotic Synthesis of Organic Compounds.- Dynamical Aspects for the Earth’s Habitability.- A Dynamic Scheme to Assess Habitability of Exoplanets.- The Likelihood of Halophilic Life in the Universe.- Production of Dormant Stages and Stress Resistance of Polar Cy-anobacteria.- Can the Evolution of Multicellularity be Anticipated in the Exoploration of the Solar System?.- Antarctica as Model for the Possible Emergence of Life on Europa.- The Likelihood of Extraterrestrial Intelligent Life.- The Astrobiologi-cal Potential of Polar Dunes on Mars. [...]

Fields of interestsAstrobiology; Astrophysics and Astroparticles; Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology

Target groupsUpper undergraduate

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Available

2012. XV, 485 p. (Cellular Origin, Life in Extreme Habitats and Astrobiology, Volume 24) Hardcover7 approx. $209.00ISBN 978-94-007-4965-8

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H. Ishimori, Niigata University, Japan; T. Kobayashi, Kyoto Universit, Japan; H. Ohki, Kyoto University, Japan; H. Okada, The British University in Egypt, El-Sherouk City, Egypt; Y. Shimizu, M. Tanimoto, Niigata University, Japan

An Introduction to Non-Abelian Discrete Symmetries for Particle PhysicistsThese lecture notes provide a tutorial review of non-Abelian discrete groups and show some applications to issues in physics where discrete symmetries constitute an important principle for model building in particle physics.  While Abelian discrete symmetries are often imposed in order to control couplings for particle physics - in parti-cular model building beyond the standard model -  non-Abelian discrete symmetries have been applied to understand the three-generation flavor structure in particular.

Features 7 Written by leading experts in the field 7 Self-contained and tutorial presentation 7 Useful as reference text on the topic

Contents Introduction.- Basics of Finite Groups.- Subgroups and Decompositions of Multiplets.- Anomalies.- Non-Abelian Discrete Symmetry in Quark/Lepton Flavor Models.- Useful Theorems.- Representa-tions of S4 in Different Bases.- Representations of A4 in Different Bases.- Representations of A5 in Different Bases.- Representations of T1 in Diffe-rent Bases.- Other Smaller Groups.- References.

Fields of interestsElementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory; Mathematical Methods in Physics; Mathematical Physics

Target groupsResearch

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2012. Approx. 290 p. (Lecture Notes in Physics, Volume 858) Softcover7 $59.95ISBN 978-3-642-30804-8

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T. Kanazawa, University of Regensburg, Germany

Dirac Spectra in Dense QCDGaining a theoretical understanding of the properties of ultra-relativistic dense matter has been one of the most important and challenging goals in quantum chromodynamics (QCD). In this thesis, the author analyzes dense quark matter in QCD with gauge group SU(2) using low-energy effective theoretical techniques and elucidates a novel connection between statistical properties of the Dirac operator spectrum at high baryon chemical potential and a special class of random matrix theories. This work can be viewed as an extension of a similar correspondence between QCD and matrix models which was previously known only for infinitesimal chemical potentials. In future numerical simulations of dense matter the analytical results reported here are expected to serve as a useful tool to extract physical observa-bles such as the BCS gap from numerical data on the Dirac spectrum.

Features 7 Summarizes in a coherent manner the full content of the author's research on applications of random matrix theory to QCD, which was originally published in separate papers 7 Con-tains a reader-friendly, detailed introduction to the physics of dense quark matter, with abundant references to the original literature 7 Nominated for an outstanding thesis of the Department of Physics by The University of Tokyo in 2011

Contents QCD with Chemical Potential and Matrix Mo-dels.- Dirac Operator in Dense QCD.- Three-fold Way at High Density.

Fields of interestsQuantum Field Theories, String Theory; Elementa-ry Particles, Quantum Field Theory; Mathematical Physics

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A. Liehr, Freiburg Materials Research Center, Germany

Dissipative Solitons in Reaction Diffusion SystemsMechanisms, Dynamics, Interaction

Why writing a book about a specialized task of the large topic of complex systems? And who will read it? The answer is simple: The fascination for a didactically valuable point of view, the elegance of a closed concept and the lack of a comprehensive disquisition. The fascinating part is that field equa-tions can have localized solutions exhibiting the typical characteristics of particles. Regarding the field equations this book focuses on, the field phe-nomenon of localized solutions can be described in the context of a particle formalism, which leads to a set of ordinary differential equations covering the time evolution of the position and the velocity of each particle.

Features 7 Most comprehensive book on localized solu-tions in reaction systems 7 Covers all the related theoretical aspects in a closed concept 7 Provi-des a reference to researchers and a text to gradua-te students 7 Integrates the concepts of classical and elementary particle interaction

Contents Experimental Observations.- Modelling.- How to Build a Dissipative Soliton.- Dynamics of Slow Dissipative Solitons.- Generation and Annihilation of Dissipative Solitons.- Summary and Conclu-sion.

Fields of interestsStatistical Physics, Dynamical Systems and Com-plexity; Theoretical, Mathematical and Compu-tational Physics; Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory

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2013. 200 p. 75 illus., 25 in color. (Springer Series in Synergetics, Volume 70) Hardcover7 $109.00ISBN 978-3-642-31250-2

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H. Lüth, Research Centre Jülich, Germany

Quantum Physics in the NanoworldSchrödinger´s Cat with the Dwarfs

The book deals with all essential aspects of non-relativistic quantum physics up to the quantization of fields. In contrast to common textbooks of quantum mechanics, modern experiments are described both for the purpose of foundation of the theory and in relation to recent applications. In this respect applications to nano-electronics as well as the realization of quantum-bits are presen-ted and discussed. Furthermore, links are made to other important research fields and applications, such as elementary particle physics, solid state physics and nuclear magnetic resonance tomogra-phy in medicine.

Features 7 Gives a step-by-step derivation of the physical basis of quantum mechanics without using complex mathematics 7 Provides a close linking of experiment and theory 7 Describes most modern experiments related to nanoscience and to the foundation of quantum theory 7 Provides appendices describing the preparation of nanos-tructures and the importance of interface physics for nanoscience 7 Contains more than 40 problems to deepen the understanding 7 English language version of a successful German textbook

Contents Some Fundamental Experiments.- Particle-Wave Duality.- Quantum States in Hilbert Space.- An-gular Momentum, Spin and Particle Categories.- Approximate Solutions for Important Model Systems.- Superposition, Entanglement and other Oddities.- Fields and Quanta.

Fields of interestsQuantum Physics; Nanochemistry; Nanotechnolo-gy and Microengineering

Target groupsUpper undergraduate

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2013. 480 p. 118 illus., 6 in color. (Graduate Texts in Physics) Hardcover7 approx. $89.95ISBN 978-3-642-31237-3

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C. Marque, Royal Observatory of Belgium, Brussels, Belgium; A. Nindos, University of Ioannina, Greece (Eds)

Energy Storage and Release through the Solar Activity CycleModels Meet Radio Observations

For nearly sixty years, radio observations have provided a unique insight into the physics of the active and quiescent solar atmosphere. Thanks to the variety of emission mechanisms and to the large altitude range available to observations, fun-damental plasma parameters have been measured from the low chromosphere to the upper corona and interplanetary medium.

Features 7 Provides an overview of recent research results in observational and theoretical solar radio physics 7 Focuses on solar eruptions, quiet Sun emission and fundamental radio physics

Contents From the Contents: Radio Emission of the Quiet Sun and Active Regions (Invited Review).-Origin of the Submillimeter Radio Emission During the Time-Extended Phase of a Solar Flare.- Location of Decimetric Pulsations in Solar Flares.- Mil-lisecond Radio Spikes in the Decimetric Band.- Magnetoacoustic Wave Trains in the 11 July 2005 Radio Event with Fiber Bursts.- Quasi-periodic Oscillations of Solar Active Regions in Connection with Their Flare Activity-NoRH Observations.- Electron Spikes, Type III Radio Bursts and EUV Jets on 22 February 2010.- Relation Between the 3D-Geometry of the Coronal Wave and Associated CME During the 26 April 2008 Event.

Fields of interestsExtraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences; Atmos-pheric Sciences

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2012. V, 229 p. 113 illus., 50 in color. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-4402-2

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B.-Z. Maytal, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., Hafia, Israel; J. M. Pfotenhauer, University of Wisconsin-Madison, WI, USA

Miniature Joule-Thomson CryocoolingPrinciples and Practice

This book is the first in English being entirely de-dicated to Miniature Joule-Thomson Cryocooling. The category of Joule-Thomson (JT) cryocoolers takes us back to the roots of cryogenics, in 1895, with figures like Linde and Hampson. The „cold finger“ of these cryocoolers is compact, lacks moving parts, and sustains a large heat flux ext-raction at a steady temperature. Potentially, they cool down unbeatably fast. For example, cooling to below 100 K (minus 173 Celsius) might be accomplished within only a few seconds by lique-fying argon. A level of about 120 K can be reached almost instantly with krypton.

Features 7 The book offers a broad and comprehensive treatise of the subject with over 1000 references included 7 This book is a modern, updated work dedicated to miniature Joule-Thomson cryocoo-ling by a unique and accomplished combination of writers 7 The book includes a discussion and analysis of many significant patents in the field of cryogenics

Contents Cryocoolers - the Common Principle.- The Joule-Thomson Effect, its Inversion, and other Expansions.- The Linde-Hampson Cryocooling Process.- Thermodynamic Characterization of Coolants.- Principal Modes of Operation.- Const-ruction and Configuration.- The Transient Behavi-or.- Mixed Coolant Cryocooling.- Special Topics.

Fields of interestsThermodynamics; Nanotechnology and Micro-engineering; Engineering Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer

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2012. XXX, 510 p. 227 illus., 20 in color. (International Cryogenics Monograph Series) Hardcover7 $229.00ISBN 978-1-4419-8284-1

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D. Melrose, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia

Quantum PlasmadynamicsMagnetized Plasmas

Quantum Plasmadynamics is a synthesis of the kinetic theory of plasmas and quantum electro-dynamics (QED). In this volume, the approach applied to unmagnetized plasmas in volume 1 is generalized to magnetized plasmas.

Features 7 Presents an authoritative and comprehensive formulation of plasma kinetic theory, including all relativistic and quantum effects, plus the response of the vacuum 7 Suitable both as a graduate level text and a reference source for researchers 7 Fea-tures the treatment of the collective response of an electron gas based on exact solutions of Dirac's equation in the presence of a magnetic field of arbitrary strength 7 Features the treatment of the collective response of an electron gas based on exact solutions of Dirac's equation in the presence of a magnetic field of arbitrary strength

Contents Preface.- Chapter 1: Covariant Fluid Models for Magnetized Plasmas.- Chapter 2: Response Ten-sors for Magnetized Plasmas.- Chapter 3: Waves in Magnetized Plasmas.- Chapter 4: Gyromag-netic Processes.- Chapter 5: Magnetized Dirac Electron.- Chapter 6: Quantum Theory of Gyro-magnetic Processes.- Chapter 7: Second Order Gyromagnetic Processes.- Chapter 8: Magnetized Vacuum.- Chapter 9: Response of Magnetized Electron Gas.- Appendix A: Special Functions.- Index.

Fields of interestsAstrophysics and Astroparticles; Quantum Phy-sics; Atoms and Molecules in Strong Fields, Laser Matter Interaction

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2012. XIV, 503 p. 41 illus., 1 in color. (Lecture Notes in Physics, Volume 854) Softcover7 $89.95ISBN 978-1-4614-4044-4

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M. J. Mottram, University College London, UK

A Search for Ultra-High Energy Neutrinos and Cosmic-Rays with ANITA-2The winner of UCL‘s annual HEP thesis prize, this work describes an analysis of the data from the second flight of the Antarctica Impulsive Transient Antenna (ANITA). ANITA is a balloon-borne experiment that searches for radio signals origina-ting from ultra-high energy neutrinos and cosmic rays interacting with the Antarctic ice or air. The search for ultrahigh energy neutrinos of astro-physical origin is one of the outstanding experi-mental challenges of the 21st century. The ANITA experiment was designed to be the most sensitive instrument to ultra-high energy neutrinos that originate from the interactions of cosmic rays with the cosmic microwave background. The metho-dology and results of the neutrino and cosmic ray searches are presented in the thesis.

Features 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribution by University College London 7 Gives detailed insights into the challenging search for ultra-high energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin 7 Excel-lent introduction to the methodology and experi-mental subtleties, as well as statistical data analysis

Contents Particle Physics and the Neutrino.- Ultra-High Energy Astro-Particle Physics.- The Antarctic Impulsive Transient Antenna.- Event Simulation.- ANITA-2 Data Analysis.- Cosmic-Ray Search.- Neutrino Search.

Fields of interestsParticle Acceleration and Detection, Beam Physics; Astrophysics and Astroparticles; Measurement Science and Instrumentation

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M. Mucha-Kruczyński, Lancaster University, UK

Theory of Bilayer Graphene SpectroscopyThis thesis presents the theory of three key elements of optical spectroscopy of the electronic excitations in bilayer graphene: angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy (ARPES), visible range Raman spectroscopy, and far-infrared (FIR) magneto-spectroscopy. Bilayer graphene (BLG) is an atomic two-dimensional crystal consisting of two honeycomb monolayers of carbon, arranged according to Bernal stacking. The unperturbed BLG has a unique band structure, which features chiral states of electrons with a characteristic Berry phase of 2$\pi$, and it has versatile pro-perties which can be controlled by an externally applied transverse electric field and strain. It is shown in this work how ARPES of BLG can be used to obtain direct information about the chi-rality of electron states in the crystal. The author goes on to describe the influence of the interlayer asymmetry, which opens a gap in BLG, on ARPES and on FIR spectra in a strong magnetic field.

Features 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribution by the University of Lancaster 7 Investigates a novel material at the focus of much research interest 7 Valuable theoretical results show what different spectroscopic techniques can reveal about graphene

Contents The Tight-Binding Approach and the Resulting Electronic Structure.- Angle-Resolved Photoemis-sion Spectroscopy.- Magneto-Optical Spectrosco-py.- Electronic Raman Spectroscopy.

Fields of interestsSpectroscopy and Microscopy; Surfaces and Inter-faces, Thin Films; Surface and Interface Science, Thin Films

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2012. X, 84 p. 22 illus., 9 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-30935-9

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A. S. Narayanan, Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore, India

An Introduction to Waves and Oscillations in the SunContents Chapter 1: Introduction.- 1.1: Historical Perspec-tives.- 1.2: The Core of the Sun.- 1.3: Radiative Zone.- 1.4: Convection Zone.- 1.5: Photosphe-re.- 1.6: Chromosphere.- 1.7: Corona.- 1.8: Solar Wind.- Chapter 2: Electro-Magneto Statics.- 2.1: Charge and Current Distributions.- 2.2: Coulomb‘s Law.- 2.3: Gauss‘s Law.- 2.4: Ampere‘s Law.- 2.5: Faraday‘s Law.- 2.6: Vector Magnetic Potenti-al.- 2.7: Maxwell‘s Equations.- Chapter 3: MHD Equations and Concepts.- 3.1: Assumptions.- 3.2: Dimensionless Parameters.- 3.3: Mass Conti-nuity.- 3.4: Equations of Motion.- 3.5: Energy Equation.- 3.6: MHD Equilibrium.- 3.7: Magnetic Flux Tubes.- 3.8: Current-free (Potential) fields.- 3.9: Force-Free Fields.- 3.10: Parker‘s Solution for Solar Wind.- Chapter 4: Waves in Uniform Media.- 4.1: Basic Equations.- 4.2: SoundWaves.- 4.3: Alfv‘enWaves.- 4.4: Shear Alfv‘enWaves.- 4.5: Compressional Alfv‘enWaves.- 4.6: Magneto acou-stic Waves.- 4.7: Internal and Magneto acoustic Gravity Waves.- 4.8: Phase-Mixing and Resonant Absorption of Waves.- Chapter 5: Waves in Non-Uniform Media- 5.1: Waves at Magnetic Interface.- 5.2: Surface and InterfacialWaves.- 5.3: Waves in a Magnetic Slab.- 5.4: Waves in Cylindrical Geometries.- 5.5: Waves in Untwisted and Twisted Tubes.- Chapter 6: Instabilities.- 6.1: Introduc-tion.- 6.2: Rayleigh-Taylor (RT) Instability.- 6.3: Kelvin-Helmholtz (KH) Instability.- 6.4: Parame-tric Instability.- 6.5: Parker Instability.- Chapter 7: Waves in the Sun.- 7.1: Five minute oscillations.- 7.2: Oscillations in Sunspots.- 7.3: Chromospheric Oscillations.- 7.4: CoronalWaves.- 7.5: Coronal Seismology. [...]

Fields of interestsAstrophysics and Astroparticles; Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences; Thermodynamics

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2012. X, 310 p. 62 illus. (Astronomy and Astrophysics Library) Hardcover7 approx. $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-4399-5

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A. Plotnitsky, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Niels Bohr and ComplementarityAn Introduction

Feature 7 Contains a unique analysis of Bohr’s work in quantum field theory

Contents Preface.- Acknowledgements.- List of Abbrevi-ations.- Chapter 1. 1900-1962. From Planck to Bohr.- Chapter 2. 1913. “On the Constitution of Atoms and Molecules”: Quantum Jumps and Epistemological Leaps.- Chapter 3. 1925. “Atomic Theory and Mechanics”: From the Old Quantum Theory to Heisenberg’s Quantum Mechanics.- Chapter 4. 1927. “The Quantum Postulate and the Recent Development of Atomic Theory” (The Como Lecture): Complementarity vs. Causality.- Chapter 5. 1929. “The Quantum of Action and the Description of Nature”: New Complementarities and a New Interpretation.- Chapter 6. 1931. “The Space-Time Continuity and Atomic Physics” (the Bristol Lecture): Quantum Phenomena and the Double-Slit Experiment.- Chapter 7. 1933. “On the Question of Measurability of Electromagnetic Field Quantities”: Complementarity and Quantum Field Theory.- Chapter 8. 1935. “Can Quantum-Mechanical Description of Physical Reality Be Considered Complete?”: The EPR Experiment and Complementarity.- Chapter 9. 1937-1938. “Com-plementarity and Causality” and “The Causality Problem in Atomic Physics” (The Warsaw Lecture): The Knowable and the Unthinkable.- Chapter 10. 1954-1962. “The Unity of Knowledge”: New Harmonies.- Bibliography.- Name Index.- Subject Index.

Fields of interestsQuantum Physics; Philosophy of Science; History and Philosophical Foundations of Physics

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2012. XXII, 314 p. 2 illus. (SpringerBriefs in Physics) Softcover7 $49.95ISBN 978-1-4614-4516-6

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J. D. Puglisi, M. V. Margaris, Stanford University, CA, USA (Eds)

Biophysics and Structure to Counter Threats and ChallengesContents From the Contents: Macromolecular Models by Single Molecule FRET.- System-specific  scoring Functions; Application to Guanine-containing Ligands and Thrombin.- Large DNA Template Dependent Error Variation during Transcription.- Structures of Novel HIV-inactivating Lectins.- Fluorescence Resonance Energy Transfer Studies of Structure and Dynamics in Nucleic Acids.- An Introduction to Macromolecular Crystallography through Parable and Analogy.- Using NMR to determine the Conformation of the HIV reverse Transcription Initiation Complex.- Approaches to Protein-ligand Structure Determination by NMR Spectroscopy: Applications in Drug Binding to the Cardiac Regulatory Protein Troponin C.- How do Nascent Proteins emerge from the Ribosome?.- Course Abstracts and Posters.- Author Index.

Fields of interestsBiophysics and Biological Physics; Solid State Physics; Crystallography

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J.-P. Rozelot, Observatoire de la Côte d‘Azur, Grasse, France; C. Neiner, Observatoire de Meudon, France (Eds)

The Environments of the Sun and the StarsBased on lectures given at a CNRS summer school in France, this book covers many aspects of stellar environments (both observational and theoretical) and offers a broad overview of the field. More spe-cifically, Part I of the book focuses on the Sun, the properties of the ejected plasma, of the solar wind and on space weather. The second part deals with tides in planetary systems and in binary stellar sys-tems, as well as with interactions in massive binary stars as seen by interferometry.

Features 7 Covers a wide range of aspects of stellar envi-ronments 7 Includes the timely topic of space weather 7 Based on course-tested lectures

Contents Part I: Rezeau: Discontinuities and turbulence in the solar wind.- Vial: Nature and variability of plasmas ejected by the Sun.- Georgieva: Space weather and space climate.- Part II: Mathis: Tides in planetary systems: a physical picture.- Millour: Interactions in massive binary stars as seen by interferometry.- Part III: Malbet: Very close envi-ronments of young stars.-  Alecian: An Introduc-tion to Accretion Disks.- ud-Doula: Stellar Winds, Magnetic Fields and Disks.- Petit: Magnetic field and convection in the cool supergiant Betelgeuse.- Chesneau: The formation of circumstellar disks around evolved stars.

Fields of interestsAstronomy, Observations and Techniques; Plane-tology; Astrophysics and Astroparticles

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2012. VIII, 272 p. 140 illus. (Lecture Notes in Physics, Volume 857) Softcover7 $59.95ISBN 978-3-642-30647-1

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T. Sagawa, Kyoto University, Japan

Thermodynamics of Information Processing in Small SystemsThis thesis presents a general theory of nonequili-brium thermodynamics for information proces-sing.  Ever since Maxwell‘s demon was proposed in the nineteenth century, the relationship between thermodynamics and information has attracted much attention because it concerns the foundation of the second law of thermodynamics.

Features 7 Fundamental energy costs for information processing applications have been determined for the first time, after long and intense controver-sy among researchers, by unifying information theory, measurement theory, and the recently developed theory of nonequilibrium statistical mechanics 7 Universal nonequilibrium relations have been generalized by bringing together infor-mation for the first time to establish fundamental principles of nonequilibrium information proces-sing 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribu-tion by University of Tokyo as their best Physics PhD Thesis of 2010

Contents Review of Maxwell’s Demon.- Classical Dynamics, Measurement, and Information.- Quantum Dy-namics, Measurement, and Information.- Unitary Proof of the Second Law of Thermodynamics.- Second Law with Feedback Control.- Thermody-namics of Memories.- Stochastic Thermodyna-mics.- Nonequilibrium Equalities with Feedback Control.-Conclusions.

Fields of interestsThermodynamics; Quantum Information Tech-nology, Spintronics; Statistical Physics, Dynamical Systems and Complexity

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G. Spoto, University of Catania, Italy; R. Corradini, University of Parma, Italy (Eds)

Detection of Non-Amplified Genomic DNAFeatures 7 The first book dedicated to amplification-free DNA analyses 7 Presents the most cutting-edge methods and probes to analyze DNA 7 Features DNA-sequencing techniques that offer advantages for timely results,  enhanced sensitivity and redu-ced costs 7 Each chapter offers an introduction with the general principles of the method(s) under discussion 7 Self-contained chapters provide easy access and cater for the specific interests of individual readers

Contents Preface.- List of contributors.- Part I DNA analysis: current issues.- 1 Genetic analyses in health laboratories: current status and expecta-tions.- 2 DNA analyses in food safety and quality: current status and expectations.- Part II Advanced materials for ultrasensitive analysis.- 3 Engineered nanostructures for ultrasensitive DNA detec-tion.- 4 Advanced molecular probes for sequence-specific DNA recognition.- 5 Charged conjugated polymers.- 6 Optical detection of non-amplified genomic DNA.- 7 Electrochemical detection of DNA using nanomaterials-based sensors.- 8 Piezoelectric sensing for sensitive detection of DNA.- 9 Surface plasmon resonance-based methods.- 10 Parallel optical and electrochemical DNA detection.- 11 Recent advances in DNA sequencing technologies.- Subject Index.

Fields of interestsBiophysics and Biological Physics; Analytical Chemistry; Biomedical Engineering

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2012. XXVI, 362 p. 89 illus., 68 in color. (Soft and Biological Matter) Hardcover7 approx. $179.00ISBN 978-94-007-1225-6

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M. Vesterinen, University of Manchester, UK

Z Boson Transverse Momentum Distribution, and ZZ and WZ ProductionMeasurements Using 7.3 – 8.6 fb–1 of pp Collisions at √s = 1.96 TeV

This work develops novel data analysis techniques enabling aspects of the Standard Model of particle physics to be tested with unprecedented precision using data from the DZero experiment at the high energy “Tevatron” proton-antiproton collider at Fermilab, Chicago. Vesterinen‘s measurements of the transverse momentum of Z bosons using the novel variable φ* have exposed deficiencies in the current state-of-the-art theoretical predictions for vector boson production at hadron colliders. These techniques are now being used in the experiments at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and have stimulated considerable interest in the theoretical particle physics community.

Features 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribution by the University of Manchester 7 Presents signifi-cant achievements with implications for ongoing particle physics experiments 7 Includes the most accurate ever measurements of vector boson pair production cross-sections

Contents Experimental Apparatus.- Experimental Tech-niques.- Electron and Photon Energy Calibrati-on.- Novel Variables for Studying the Drell-Yan Transverse Momentum.- Measurement of the Drell-Yan φ*η Distribution.- Measurement of the ZZ and WZ Production Cross Sections.

Fields of interestsElementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory; Mathematical Methods in Physics; Mathematical Physics

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2012. XII, 266 p. 185 illus., 38 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-30787-4

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