Springer Renewable and Sustainable Materials in Green Technology (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology)

This book discusses recent developments in renewable and sustainable materials from a green technology perspective and how these materials interact with the environment. It highlights the fundamental processes involved in the production of renewable and sustainable materials, including chemical and biological approaches as well as these materials’ potential application as green technological option. Written in a didactic style, it offers a guide and insights into renewable and sustainable materials. Each chapter provides in-depth technical information on the material’s theory and its applications. The book shows how new materials may help us solve human and environmental issues in the future and suggests where current research may lead. From the Back Cover This book discusses recent developments in renewable and sustainable materials from a green technology perspective and how these materials interact with the environment. It highlights the fundamental processes involved in the production of renewable and sustainable materials, including chemical and biological approaches as well as these materials’ potential application as green technological option. Written in a didactic style, it offers a guide and insights into renewable and sustainable materials. Each chapter provides in-depth technical information on the material’s theory and its applications. The book shows how new materials may help us solve human and environmental issues in the future and suggests where current research may lead. About the Author Dr. Mohd Firdaus Bin Yhaya is a senior lecturer in the field of polymer chemistry and coatings technology at the School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains in Malaysia. His research interests include angstromtechnology (10 times smaller than nano), click chemistry, controlled radical polymerisation (RAFT), nanocomposite coatings, radiation curing technology (ultraviolet and electron beam), polymer chemistry, synthesis, structural elucidation, and coatings technology. Dr. Husnul Azan Bin Tajarudin received his Ph.D from Swansea University, UK and is now working at the Division of Bioprocess, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains in Malaysia. The authors have been involved in research, academic and consultation work encompassing chemical, biological and materials engineering and technology; as well as renewable & sustainable energy technologies.