{"product_id":"introduction-to-renewable-biomaterials-ali-s-ayoub-9781119962298","title":"Introduction to Renewable Biomaterials: First Principles and Concepts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCovers the entire evolutionary spectrum of biomass, from its genetic modification and harvesting, to conversion technologies, life cycle analysis, and its value to the current global economy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis original textbook introduces readers to biomass--a renewable resource derived from forest, agriculture, and organic-based materials--which has attracted significant attention as a sustainable alternative to petrochemicals for large-scale production of fuels, materials, and chemicals. The current renaissance in the manipulation and uses of biomass has been so abrupt and focused, that very few educational textbooks actually cover these topics to any great extent. That's why this interdisciplinary text is a welcome resource for those seeking a better understanding of this new discipline. It combines the underpinning science of biomass with technology applications and sustainability considerations to provide a broad focus to its readers. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Renewable Biomaterials: First Principles and Concepts\u003c\/i\u003e consists of eight chapters on the following topics: fundamental biochemical \u0026amp; biotechnological principles; principles and methodologies controlling plant growth and silviculture; fundamental science and engineering considerations; critical considerations and strategies for harvesting; first principles of pretreatment; conversion technologies; characterization methods and techniques; and life cycle analysis. Each chapter includes a glossary of terms, two to three problem sets, and boxes to highlight novel discoveries and instruments. Chapters also offer questions for further consideration and suggestions for further reading. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeveloped from a successful USDA funded course, run by a partnership of three US universities: \u003ci\u003eBioSUCEED - BioProducts Sustainability, a University Cooperative Center for Excellence in Education\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers the entire evolutionary spectrum of biomass, from genetic modification to life cycle analysis\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePresents the key chemistry, biology, technology, and sustainability aspects of biomaterials\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEdited by a highly regarded academic team, with extensive research and teaching experience in the field\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Renewable Biomaterials: First Principles and Concepts\u003c\/i\u003e is an ideal text for advanced academics and industry professionals involved with biomass and renewable resources, bioenergy, biorefining, biotechnology, materials science, sustainable chemistry, chemical engineering, crop science and technology, agriculture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ali S. Ayoub\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1119962293\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781119962298\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wiley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/13\/2017\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.40lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.70h x 6.60w x 0.80d","brand":"Ali S. Ayoub","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":47425145209087,"sku":"9781119962298","price":83.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_a34db472-9848-4cba-ac37-b5e16843dc96.jpg?v=1761537351","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/introduction-to-renewable-biomaterials-ali-s-ayoub-9781119962298","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}