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Nanomaterials via Single-Source Precursors

Nanomaterials via Single-Source Precursors: Synthesis, Processing and Applications presents recent results and overviews of synthesis, processing, characterization and applications of advanced materials for energy, electronics, biomedicine, sensors and aerospace. A variety of processing methods (vapor, liquid and solid-state) are covered, along with materials, including metals, oxides, semiconductor, sulfides, selenides, nitrides, and carbon-based materials. Production of quantum dots, nanoparticles, thin films and composites are described by a collection of international experts. Given the ability to customize the phase, morphology, and properties of target materials, this "rational approach to synthesis and processing is a disruptive technology for electronic, energy, structural and biomedical (nano)materials and devices. The use of single-source chemical precursors for materials processing technology allows for intimate elemental mixing and hence production of complex materials at temperatures well below traditional physical methods and those involving direct combination of elements. The use of lower temperatures enables thin-film deposition on lightweight polymer substrates and reduces damage to complex devices structures such as used in power, electronics and sensors. - Discusses new approaches to synthesis or single-source precursors (SSPs) and the concept of rational design of materials - Includes materials processing of SSPs in the design of new materials and novel devices - Provides comprehensive coverage of the subject (materials science and chemistry) as related to SSPs and the range of potential applications

Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

Purchasing and Supply Chain Management introduces students to purchasing as it relates to the supply chain and other functions and systems within an organization, such as marketing, logistics, and operations. Author W. C. Benton, Jr. draws from more than 30 years of practice, instruction, research, and consulting experience to teach students proactive collaboration, negotiation, and analytics. Through a step-by-step approach, readers will gain data-driven purchasing skills crucial for the next generation of professionals. The Fourth Edition is fully updated with new real-world cases, the latest research, and current coverage of key trends in the field. Included with this title: The password-protected Instructor Resource Site (formally known as SAGE Edge) offers access to all text-specific resources, including a test bank and editable, chapter-specific PowerPoint® slides.

Department of Housing and Urban Development, and certain independent agencies appropriations for fiscal year 1980