On Growth and Form: Fractal and Non-Fractal Patterns in Physics (NATO Science Series E:)

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Historically, science has sought to reduce complex problems to their simplest components, but more recently it has recognized the merit of studying complex phenomena in situ. Fractal geometry is one such appealing approach, and this book discusses its application to complex problems in molecular biophysics. The book provides a detailed, unified treatment of fractal aspects of protein and structure dynamics, fractal reaction kinetics in biochemical systems, sequence correlations in DNA and proteins, and descriptors of chaos in enzymatic systems. In an area that has been slow to acknowledge the use of fractals, this is an important addition to the literature, offering a glimpse of the wealth of possible applications to complex problems.

Advances in Chemical Physics, Fractals, Diffusion and Relaxation in Disordered Complex Systems (Advances in Chemical Physics Volume 133 Part A)

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Advances in Chemical Physics, Fractals, Diffusion and Relaxation in Disordered Complex Systems (Advances in Chemical Physics Volume 133 Part A)
Stuart A. Rice
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Fractals, Diffusion, and Relaxation in Disordered Complex Systems is a special guest-edited, two-part volume of Advances in Chemical Physics that continues to report recent advances with significant, up-to-date chapters by internationally recognized researchers.

Binding and Dissociation Kinetics for Different Biosensor Applications Using Fractals

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Binding and Dissociation Kinetics for Different Biosensor Applications Using Fractals
Ajit Sadana
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ASIN: 0444527842

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The application of biosensors is expanding in different areas. These are portable and convenient devices that permit the rapid, accurate, and reliable detection of analytes of interest present either in the atmosphere or in aqueous or in liquid phases. The detection of glucose levels in blood for the effective management of diabetes is one. Though different biosensors have been designed for an increasing number of applications, the kinetics of binding (and dissociation) of analytes by the receptors on the biosensor surfaces has not been given enough attention in the open literature. This is a very important area of investigation since it significantly impacts biosensor performance parameters such as stability, sensitivity, selectivity, response time, regenerability, etc. Binding and Dissociation Kinetics for Different Biosensor Applications Using Fractals addresses this critical need besides helping to correct or demonstrate the need to modify the present software available with commercial biosensors that determines the kinetics of analyte-receptor reactions on biosensor surfaces.

* first book to provide detailed kinetic analysis of the binding and dissociation reactions that are occuring on the biosensor surface
* addresses the area of analyte-receptor binding and dissociation kinetics occurring on biosensor surfaces
* provides physical insights into reactions occuring on biosensor surfaces

Biophysical Chemistry of Fractal Structures and Processes in Environmental Systems

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Biophysical Chemistry of Fractal Structures and Processes in Environmental Systems
Nicola Senesi
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Biosensors: Kinetics of Binding and Dissociation Using Fractals

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Biosensors: Kinetics of Binding and Dissociation Using Fractals
Ajit Sadana
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ASIN: 0444515127

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This title brings to the attention of researchers in the industry, and in academia, the application of fractals to help in modeling the analyte/receptor binding and dissociation kinetics on biosensor surfaces.

The work builds on that done in Engineering Biosensors: Kinetics and Design Applications, published by Academic Press in 2002. In particular, more examples are provided of where biosensors may be effectively used. This sequel is extremely timely, given the anticipation that the applications and reliance on biosensors will increase due to the advances in miniaturization, (wireless) communications, and the development of new materials (especially biological and chemical). Other applications of biosensors on the increase can be found in: the protection of civilian structures and infrastructures; protection from possible biological and chemical threats; health care; energy; food safety; and the environment to name a few.

- Covers all areas of applications of biosensors
- No other book on biosensors describes the kinetics of binding
- Provides numerous examples of where biosensors may be used

Chaos and Fractals in Chemical Engineering: Proceedings of the First National Conference Rome, Italy 25-27 May 1994

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Chaos and Fractals in Chemical Engineering: Proceedings of the First National Conference Rome, Italy 25-27 May 1994
G. Biavdi
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Diffusion in Condensed Matter - Methods, Materials, Models

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Diffusion in Condensed Matter - Methods, Materials, Models

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Diffusion as the process of particle transport due to stochastic movement is a phenomenon of crucial relevance for a large variety of processes and materials. This comprehensive, handbook-style survey of diffusion in condensed matter gives detailed insight into diffusion as the process of particle transport due to stochastic movement. Leading experts in the field describe in 23 chapters the different aspects of diffusion, covering microscopic and macroscopic experimental techniques and exemplary results for various classes of solids, liquids and interfaces as well as several theoretical concepts and models. Students and scientists in physics, chemistry, materials science, and biology will benefit from this detailed compilation.

Elementary Introduction to Spatial and Temporal Fractals (Lecture Notes in Chemistry, Vol 55)

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Elementary Introduction to Spatial and Temporal Fractals (Lecture Notes in Chemistry, Vol 55)
Liang-Tseng Fan , D. Neogi , and M. Yashima
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Fractal Analysis of Polymers: From Synthesis to Composites

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Fractal Analysis of Polymers: From Synthesis to Composites

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Genetic Resources of Mediterranean Pasture and Forage Legumes is a comprehensive review of grassland improvement in Mediterranean areas using legume species. The book includes a detailed account of the processes involved in understanding the ecology of legumes and their collection in the Mediterranean, through to their preliminary evaluation and storage at various Genetic Resource Centres. A generic conspectus and key to the forage legumes of the Mediterranean basin is also included. These proceedings are truly international with examples on the collection and use of Mediterranean genetic resources being illustrated by Genetic Resource Centres in Australia, Cyprus, France, Greece, Syria, Turkey and Tunisia. Current important issues such as the sustainability of Mediterranean grasslands, the risk of genetic erosion and the principles of population genetics employed during a collecting mission are discussed. The book will be of value to researchers working in the fields of grassland and rangeland improvement, Mediterranean farming systems, genetic resources, and pasture and forage ecology.

Plant Genetic Resources of Legumes in the Mediterranean (Current Plant Science and Biotechnology in Agriculture, Volume 39) (Current Plant Science and Biotechnology in Agriculture)

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Plant Genetic Resources of Legumes in the Mediterranean (Current Plant Science and Biotechnology in Agriculture, Volume 39) (Current Plant Science and Biotechnology in Agriculture)

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Genetic erosion, that is, the loss of native plant and genetic diversity has been exponential from the Mediterranean Basin through the Twentieth century. This careless eradication of species and genetic diversity as a result of human activities from a 'hot-spot' of diversity threatens sustainable agriculture and food security for the temperate regions of the world. Since the early 1900s there has been a largely ad hoc movement to halt the loss of plant diversity and enhance its utilisation. The Convention on Biological Diversity and Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations International Undertaking on Plant Genetic Resources, both highlight the need to improve conservation methodologies and enhance utilisation techniques. It has been argued that the most important component of biodiversity is the genetic diversity of crop and forage species used to feed humans and livestock. These cultivated and related wild species provides the raw material for further selection and improvement.
Leguminosae species are of major economic importance (peas, chickpeas, lentils and faba beans, as well as numerous forage species) and provide a particularly rich source of protein for human and animal foods. Their distribution is concentrated in the Mediterranean region and therefore the improvement of their conservation and use in the region is critical.
This text is designed to help ensure an adequate breadth of legume diversity is conserved and to help maximise the use of that conserved diversity. The subjects of conservation and use of legume diversity, the Mediterranean ecosystem and taxonomy of legumes are introduced. Generic reviews of the taxonomy, centre of diversity, ecogeographic distribution, genetic diversity distribution, conservation status, conservation gaps and future research needs are provided, along with a discussion of the importance of rhizobia to the maintenance of legume diversity. Current ex situ and in situ conservation activities as well current legume uses are reviewed. In conclusion future priorities for ex situ and in situ plant genetic conservation and use of Mediterranean legumes are highlighted. All contributors look forward rather than simply reviewing past and current activities and therefore it is hoped that the identification of genetic erosion, location of taxonomic and genetic diversity and promotion of more efficient utilisation of conserved material will be enhanced.

Plant Genetic Resources of Legumes in the Mediterranean.

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