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The papers collected in this book show the results of investigations performed by Russian scientists in the field of low dose irradiation action., which developed after the Chernobyl accident and studied its consequences. The main part of reviews and articles is devoted to the aspects of low dose effects on the human and animal genome and far post-irradiation consequences.

In celebration of Allan Hoffman‿s 70th birthday, a symposium entitled Gels, Genes, Grafts and Giants was held in Maui in December 2002. This symposium, organized by The University of Washington Engineered Biomaterials (UWEB) NSF Engineering Research Center, was a great success, with many excellent papers presented by scientists from all over the world.

The behavior of substances in solutions may not be adequately characterized by the effect of any single physicochemical parameter of solvents, nor are numerous semi-empirical scales of the solvent effect (their ‿polarity‿) suitable for their limited selections only

This monograph deals with the novel concept of chemical physics concerning polymer non-crystalline phase. In the phase supramolecular model created, a small share of polymeric chains of bulky non-crystalline polymers is assembled in paracrystalline domains, which form continuous cellular carcass. Inside the carcass cells, polymeric chains form nanoporous spongy micelles. The functions of the micelles regarding their physical interactions with low molecular compounds and their behavior in chemical chain reactions are described. This monograph is of value and interest to students, postgraduates and scientists searching for new properties of polymers for applied purposes.

Outlines the relation between the cluster model and some modern physical concepts, for instance fractal analysis, percolation theory, and irreversible colloidal aggregation models. This book presents the features of formation and control of the relative part of local order zones in non-crystalline domains of semi-crystalline polymers.

Presents the results of long-term theoretical and experimental studies of brittle and quasi-brittle fracture of solid polymers. This monograph also presents the principal results of an investigation of the statistical features of fracture of polymers and other solids under the conditions of separate and complex action of various factors.

The first unequivocal success for Gene Therapy was reported in April 2000 for X-SCID patients. Pioneering stem cell/gene therapy clinical trials are the focus of this work. Therapy successes such as the X-SCID trial and improved ADA-SCID ones are presented.

This work documents the proceedings of the 8th International Symposium on Particles on Surfaces - Detection, Adhesion and Removal, held in Providence, Rhode Island, from June 24-26, 2002. Topics include nature and characterization of small particles, and particle deposition during immersion rinsing

This work chronicles the proceedings of the Third International Symposium on Contact Angle, Wettability and Adhesion held in Providence, Rhode Island, from May 20-23, 2002. Topics include aspects of contact line region, molecular origin of contact angles, and contact angle hysteresis.

This work provides a general overview of the nature, mechanism of action, use and environmental hazards for a number of flame-retardants.

Deep and detailed discussions on chemistry, chemical physics, photoelectrochemistry, photophysics, photocatalysis and possible applications of nanostructured semiconductor materials have shown increasing interest in the matter by scientists representing various research areas as well as industrial enterprises

This text documents the proceedings of a symposium, held in 2001, on polyimides and other high temperature polymers. The 32 papers are divided into two parts: "Synthesis, Properties and Bulk Characterization"; and "Surface Modification, Interfacial or Adhesion Aspects and Applications".

This work contains a collection of articles, which constitute together the complete Festschrift in honour of the 65th birthday of Dr. John L. Brash. Topics include blood-surface interactions, hemodynamics, and transport and surface phenomena.

Constituting the proceedings of a symposium on adhesion aspects of polymeric coatings, this volume contains 13 papers. Topics covered include: factors influencing adhesion of polymeric coatings; ways to improve adhesion; imaging of polymer surfaces; and wet adhesion of coatings on wood.

This work constitutes the proceedings of the International Symposium on Surface Contamination and Cleaning, held in 2001. It contains a total of 24 papers, covering topics such as: mapping of surface contaminants; acceptable cleanliness levels; ionic contamination; and particle removal.

This volume documents the proceedings of 7th International Symposium on Particles on Surfaces: Detection, Adhesion and Removal held in 2000. There are 28 papers, divided into two parts: Particle Analysis and General Cleaning-Related Topics; and Particle Adhesion and Removal.

This text documents the proceedings of the Second International Symposium on Adhesive Joints: Formation, Characteristics and Testing, held in 2000. There are a total of 21 papers, divided into three parts: General Papers; Evaluation, Analysis and Testing; and Durability Aspects.

This text documents the proceedings of the Second Symposium on Contact Angle, Wettability and Adhesion. The 23 papers are divided into three parts: General Papers; Contact Angle Measurements/Determination and Solid Surface Free Energy; and Wetting and Spreading - Fundamental and Applied Aspects.

This volume considers aspects of the theory of polymers applied in optics. The main factors affecting the light loss in polymeric wave beam guides (PG) are discussed, and the mechanism of light loss in PG is analyzed.

This volume offers a wealth of information and commentary on the R&D activity taking place in the technologically highly important field of metallized plastics and should be of value and interest to anyone interested in the fundamental or applied aspects of metallized plastics.

Films and coatings are used for a variety of purposes - decorative, protective, and functional, in a host of applications. This book provides a commentary on the state of knowledge of adhesion of thin films, and provides ideas on how to improve adhesion of a film or a coating for a given situation.

Topics covered in this volume include: measurement and analysis of interface adhesion; relative adhesion measurement for thin film structures; adhesion testing of hard coatings by a variety of techniques; and challenges and new directions in scratch adhesion testing of coated substrates.

This monograph aims to give an overview of chemical and technological developments in the area of polymers and co-polymers derived from isobutylene, which have a wide range of (industrial) applications.

The proceedings of the Second International Symposium on Silanes and other Adhesion Promoters held in Newark, New Jersey, October 21-23, 1998. Topics covered include: silane adhesion prompters for hydrosilylation cure systems; sterically hindered silanes; and study of silanes hydrolysis.

This monograph aims to give a comprehensive and detailed review of general results, which have been obtained in a special segment of the design and manufacture of pressure-sensitive products, known as formulation.

This volume chronicles the proceedings of the International Symposium on Apparent and Microscopic Contact Angles, held in conjunction with the American Chemical Society meeting in Boston, August 24-27, 1998.

An introduction in the field of dynamic processes at liquid/gas and liquid/liquid interfaces. The book addresses application fields such as foams and emulsions. Theory and experiments on dynamic adsorption layers are considered systematically and discussed with respect to processes at interfaces.

This text deals with the ecological aspects of polymer flame retardation. The introduction describes the ecological concern of flame retardation applications. Other topics addressed include general concepts of polymer combustion and methods for estimating polymer flammability.