Polymer and Biopolymer Brushes

There has been a remarkable shift towards specific practical applications in the field of polymer brushes over the past decade. In view of the rapidly growing activity and interest in the field, this book covers the introductory features of polymer brushes and presents a unifying and stimulating overview of the theoretical aspects and emerging applications. The book is aimed at both graduate students and researchers new to this subject as well as scientists already engaged in the study and development of polymer brushes. Several chapters can be useful as basic texts or complementary reading source for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in a variety of areas including polymer chemistry/physics, surface science, biointerfaces and nanotechnology.