Title: Engineering Design and Technical Applications of Physical Science: An Integrated Approach for Sustainable Development
Publisher: Apple Academic Press
Publication Date: 2025
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1774917521
ISBN 13: 9781774917527
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

In this era of rapidly advancing technology and global challenges, it has become crucial to adopt an integrated approach that bridges the gap between scientific principles and their practical applications. The chapters compiled in this book reflect this need for synergy and presents an eclectic selection of studies that address sustainable composite materials technology, emerging materials for sustainable energy, and environment, health, and sustainable development.

The book explores innovative methods and advancements in composite materials and their applications, highlights the development of materials that contribute to sustainable energy solutions, and considers the crucial interconnections between the environment, human health, and sustainable development. A selection of case studies presents real-world examples and in-depth analyses of various sustainable development initiatives.

About the Author

Chin Hua Chia, PhD, is a Professor of Applied Physics at the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (National University of Malaysia), Malaysia. A recipient of several awards for his work, he has published books and book chapters as well as more than 230 articles in professional journals. His research focuses on nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposite syntheses, with an emphasis on the structure control to tailor the properties of the materials in determining their performances for environmental remediation applications.

Sarani Zakaria, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Applied Physics at the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. She started her career as a Research Assistant at Chemistry Universiti Putra Malaysia and Research Officer at the Drug Centre of the University of Science Malaysia. She was also a Lecturer at the School of Industrial Technology. Professor Zakaria is an expert in utilizing bioresources such as lignocellulosic materials, especially from plant biomass and converting them into various high value-added products.

Ruey Shan Chen, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer of Applied Physics at the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. She has authored several books, book chapters, and over 70 articles in professional journals. Her primary research focus is on polymer matrix biocomposites and nanocomposites, with specific emphasis on enhancing the strength and performance of recycled polymers and biopolymers through the incorporation of agricultural fibers and nanoparticles.

Md. Shahariar Chowdhury, PhD, is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Environmental Management at Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, as well as a research fellow at the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at INTI International University in Malaysia. In 2017, he was the recipient of a full scholarship from the Thailand Education Hub. He has been a guest editor for a journal and has published more than 60 research and review articles and book chapters.

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