Why do molecules adopt particular shapes? What determines the physical and chemical properties of a material? Molecular Modelling and Bonding answers these questions by introducing the ideas behind molecular and quantum mechanics, using a largely non-mathematical approach. Atomic and molecular orbitals, computational chemistry and bonding in solids are also discussed. A Case Study, Molecular Modelling in Drug Design, explores ways in which computer modelling, in conjunction with experimental techniques, is used to design new drugs. The accompanying CD-ROM illustrates applications of molecular...

Dieses Lehrbuch bietet eine gut verstandliche Einfuhrung in die Festkorperchemie. Zunachst werden die klassischen Grundlagen, wie Kristallstrukturen und deren elektronische Eigenschaften, erlautert. Interessante Eigenschaften der Festkorper wie die Leitfahigkeit fuhrten zu Anwendungen und Erforschung dieser Substanzen in den Materialwissenschaften. Daher befassen sich die Autoren intensiv mit Supraleitfahigkeit, Batterien, Katalysatoren, Halbleiter- und Lasertechnikanwendungen.

Changes in the healthcare field have threatened the once sacred relationship between patient and physician. While much has been written on the subject of the doctor-patient relationship for physicians and other healthcare providers, information tailored for patients remains lacking. This welcome volume offers practical information to help patients make the most of their interaction with their doctors. Among the topics discussed are finding the right physicians, gaining direct telephone access to a doctor, ensuring good communication between health care providers, protecting personal health...