This book offers an in-depth exploration of adsorption as a powerful tool for addressing modern environmental challenges. Bridging theory with application, this comprehensive volume covers fundamentals, traditional and advanced adsorbent materials, process design, kinetics, and thermodynamics. It highlights cutting-edge techniques such as membrane adsorption and fixed-bed systems, with a strong focus on real-world applications in water and air purification. Topics include removal of heavy metals, organic pollutants, and emerging contaminants, as well as volatile organic compounds and odor control, indoor air quality, and industrial emissions. Designed for researchers, students, and professionals in chemical engineering, environmental science, and materials science, this book provides a rich blend of scientific depth and practical insight. Whether for academic study or industry reference, it serves as a valuable resource for understanding and applying adsorption technologies to create cleaner, more sustainable environments.
This book is a comprehensive introduction to the physics of intense laser-plasma interaction, motivated by applications in high-energy-density physics. For master’s and graduate students, it combines accessible theory with up-to-date developments and practical exercises.
