P.g. De Gennes' Impact On Science - Volume I: Solid State And Liquid Crystals
Author:   Julien Bok (Espci Paristech, France) ,  Jacques Prost (Espci Paristech, France) ,  Francoise Brochard-wyart (Institut Curie, France & University Paris Vi, France)
Publisher:   World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
Volume:   18
ISBN:  

9789814291033


Pages:   200
Publication Date:   29 July 2009
Format:   Paperback
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This publication, in two volumes, is devoted to the scientific impact of the work of Nobel Laureate, Pierre-Gilles de Gennes, one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century. It covers the important fields for which de Gennes was renowned: solid state (magnetism and superconductivity), macroscopic random media and percolation, supersolids, liquid crystals, polymers, adhesion and friction, and biophysics.The book brings together internationally renowned experts to contribute their perspectives on the significance of de Gennes' works. They have each selected a definitive paper, which gives the state of the field at the time the paper was published, highlights the paper's importance and provides an analysis of the development of the field right up to the modern day. The insightful perspectives of these scientists make the book both unique and intriguing.

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Author:   Julien Bok (Espci Paristech, France) ,  Jacques Prost (Espci Paristech, France) ,  Francoise Brochard-wyart (Institut Curie, France & University Paris Vi, France)
Publisher:   World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
Imprint:   World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
Volume:   18
ISBN:  

9789814291033


ISBN 10:   981429103
Pages:   200
Publication Date:   29 July 2009
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us.

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