Category: Textbooks

The Laser Beam Shaping Applications, 2nd edition (PDF) explains the essential features of beam shaping and exposes the subtleties of the theory and techniques that are best shown through proven applications. New chapters include illumination light shaping in optical lithography; optical micro-manipulation of live mammalian cells through trapping, sorting, and

Written by 2 of the most prominent leaders in particle physics, Relativistic Quantum Mechanics: An Introduction to Relativistic Quantum Fields (PDF) provides a classroom-tested introduction to the formal and conceptual foundations of quantum field theory. Designed for advanced graduate- and undergraduate-level physics students, the textbook only requires previous courses in

We know shame can be a morally valuable emotion that helps us realize when we fail to be the kinds of people we aspire to be. We feel shame when we fail to live up to the norms, standards, and ideals we value as part of a virtuous life. But

Kory Floyd’s approach to interpersonal communication stems from his research on the positive impact communication has on our well-being and health. Floyd’s Interpersonal Communication 3rd edition (PDF) personalizes learning for every student no matter who they are or where they are ensuring that they come to your class prepared with

Current Developments in Biotechnology and Bioengineering: Resource Recovery from Wastes (PDF) includes the latest and innovative research and technological developments in the biotechnology and bioengineering pertaining to various resource(s) recovery from wastes. The contents are organized into two broader sections covering resource recovery from industrial wastewater and resource recovery from