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New & Bestselling Textbooks ............................................4

Biophotonics & Biomedical Imaging .................................5

Lighting Technologies .......................................................8

Optical Materials & Characterization Techniques ..............8

Optical Metrology ............................................................9

Optoelectronics & Photonics ..........................................10

Holography ....................................................................11

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Modern Diagnostic X-Ray SourcesTechnology, Manufacturing, ReliabilityRolf BehlingPhilips Medical Systems DMC GmbH, Hamburg, Germany

The performance of x-ray sources (tubes) is an essential component for assuring the quality of diagnostics in clinical practice. This book gives a state-of-the-art summary of x-ray tube design for applications in modern diagnostic medical imaging. It covers design concepts, tube types, materials and processes, manufacturing technologies, applications in different modalities, systems interfacing, quality assurance, standards, failure detection and repair, and cost aspects.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-4132-7 July 2015, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 464 pp. Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00

Practical HolographyFourth EditionGraham SaxbyUniversity of Wolverhampton, UK (Retired)

Stanislas ZacharovasGeola Digital uab, Vilnius, Lithuania

This fourth edition of Practical Holography continues in the steps of its predecessors to provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date resource on practical techniques in holography. Suitable for all levels, the book avoids any unnecessary mathematical theory. It is designed for the scientist, technologist, artist, and serious hobbyist alike, sharing every aspect of the field, from basic set-up to use of available instruments.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-5157-9 September 2015, 8 x 10, 616 pp., Pack - Book and Ebook Suggested Price: $119.95 / £76.99

Light Sources, Second EditionBasics of Lighting Technologies and ApplicationsSpyridon KitsinelisUniversity of France, Toulouse

“In this book a nice overview is given of all the lighting technologies that we use today and many new entrants in the world of lighting will benefit from reading it.”

—Marco Haverlag, Philips Lighting, The Netherlands

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-4367-3 June 2015, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4 Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

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Bioinspired PhotonicsOptical Structures and Systems Inspired by NatureViktoria GreanyaDARPA, Arlington, Virginia, USA

This book showcases myriad examples, from the intense coloration and iridescence in certain plants and insects to adaptable coloration in animals and vision systems in insects. It begins with a broadly accessible introduction to the brilliant array of optical systems seen in nature and ways that scientists use those systems as inspiration for novel photonic materials and devices. The book covers the characterization of active and passive biophotonic systems in ultraviolet, visible, and infrared wavelengths as well as nanofabrication and modeling approaches. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-0402-8 July 2015, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 568 pp. Suggested Price: $79.95 / £44.99

OLED FundamentalsMaterials, Devices, and Processing of Organic Light-Emitting DiodesEdited by

Daniel J. Gaspar and Evgueni PolikarpovPacific Northwest National Laboratory, Richland, Washington, USA

This book covers the fundamental principles of OLED design and operation for use in the solid-state lighting market and display technology. Expert authors highlight challenges in the search for more stable and efficient materials and device designs, including aspects of manufacturing, light outcoupling, properties of substrates and electrodes, and cost considerations. The book addresses important issues in OLED-based lighting solutions, such as encapsulation, light extraction, deposition methods, and tools, as well as the competitive development of large area OLED-based light sources.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-1518-5 June 2015, 7 x 10, 552 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Masers & LasersAn Historical Approach, Second EditionMario BertolottiUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza,” Italy

“A great story, well told. … I will make it a ‘highly recommended’ reference for my future classes in quantum electronics and nonlinear optics.”

—From the Foreword by Amnon Yariv, California Institute of Technology

“Bertolotti has substantially updated his classic work to include many of the remarkable developments in laser science that have occurred in the three decades since the publication of the first edition, giving us a very readable account of the basic science and research behind one of the most important technologies of our time.”

—Peter Milonni, Los Alamos National Laboratory and University of Rochester

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-1777-3 March 2015, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 502 pp. Suggested Price: $99.95 / £63.99

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Optics for EngineersCharles A. DiMarzioNortheastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

This book presents the underlying concepts and applications for engineers who need a practical understanding of how the basic principles of optics affect design decisions. Guiding readers through geometric optics and physical optics, the author includes numerous examples drawn from his experience in the design of laser radars and biomedical optics. These practical examples and end-of-chapter problems help readers connect the fundamentals with real-world applications. MATLAB® code is available from the book’s CRC Press web page. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-0725-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-9641-9 August 2011, 7 x 10, 558 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $99.95 / £63.99

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Introduction to FluorescenceDavid M. JamesonUniversity of Hawaii, Manoa, USA

In color throughout, this text helps readers acquire a sound understanding of basic fluorescence theory and practice. It takes them through the history of important discoveries to the most current advances. The author introduces the fundamentals of the fluorescence phenomenon and gives detailed examples of fluorescence applications in the molecular life sciences, including biochemistry, biophysics, clinical chemistry and diagnostics, pharmaceutical science, and cell and molecular biology. The text includes references in each chapter, more than 250 figures, and the chemical structures of the most widely used fluorescent molecules.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-0604-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-0605-0 January 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 313 pp. Suggested Price: $79.95 / £49.99

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Fundamentals of Nonlinear OpticsPeter E. PowersUniversity of Dayton, Ohio, USA

This introductory text addresses a broad spectrum of nonlinear phenomena, from second-harmonic generation to soliton formation. It analyzes the complementary aspects of nonlinear optics to enable a fundamental understanding of a given effect and subsequent practical device applications. The author encourages readers to master key concepts and solve nonlinear optics problems, preparing them for more advanced study. Along with extensive problems at the end of each chapter, the book presents general algorithms accessible for any scientific graphical and programming package. A solutions manual and figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4200-9351-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-9352-0 May 2011, 7 x 10, 329 pp. Suggested Price: $92.95 / £58.99

Introduction to Imaging from Scattered FieldsMichael A FiddyUniversity of North Carolina at Charlotte, USA

R. Shane RitterPerigon Engineering, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

“… an essential guide to diffraction tomography and inverse methods. The text combines theoretical analysis of scattering models with practical numerical analysis in a highly accessible narrative.”

—David J. Brady, Duke University

“This excellent text provides a clear and systematic treatment of the fundamental theory of waves and inverse scattering whilst remaining accessible to practitioners in remote sensing and imaging. It includes a range of examples and MATLAB code, and it should prove a valuable reference and textbook …”

—Mark Spivack, University of Cambridge

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-6958-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-6959-1 November 2014, 7 x 10, 246 pp. Suggested Price: $89.95 / £57.99

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Condensed Matter Optical SpectroscopyAn Illustrated IntroductionIulian IonitaUniversity of Bucharest, Romania

This text shows how optical absorption spectroscopy and Raman spectroscopy are powerful techniques for studying condensed matter, particularly new properties that appear when many atoms come together and interact in systems at the atomic, molecular, and nano scales. With simple, illustrative examples throughout, the book emphasizes the visual nature of the field. It helps students understand the spatial arrangements of atoms. It also presents the application of molecular symmetry on optical spectra using group theory. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-6956-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-6960-7 August 2014, 7 x 10, 414 pp., Pack - Book and Ebook Suggested Price: $79.95 / £49.99

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Essentials of In Vivo Biomedical ImagingEdited by

Simon R. Cherry, Ramsey D. Badawi, and Jinyi QiUniversity of California, Davis, USA

“Terrific book. It is essential reading for anyone using imaging as a research tool.”

—Michael F. Insana, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

“An excellent book … very comprehensive with ample color figures, which make it easy to read. I strongly recommend this book … .”

—Weibo Cai, PhD, University of Wisconsin–Madison

“An ideal overview of medical imaging systems for anyone looking for clarity in presentation of the systems and a simple elegance to understanding them.”

—Brian W. Pogue, Dartmouth College

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-9874-1 May 2015, 8 x 10, 280 pp., Pack - Book and Ebook Suggested Price: $99.95 / £63.99







New & Bestselling Textbooks / Biophotonics & Biomedical Imaging


Fluorescence Lifetime Spectroscopy and ImagingPrinciples and Applications in Biomedical DiagnosticsEdited by

Laura Marcu, Paul M.W. French, and Daniel S. Elson

This book reflects the remarkable advances in time-resolved fluorescence techniques and their role in a wide range of biological and clinical applications. Fluorescence lifetime approaches maximize contrast between different fluorophores for improved specificity of measurements, enabling characterization of intact tissue and disease diagnostics. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of fundamental principles, instrumentation, analytical methods, and applications. It covers the wide range of methods, including single channel (point) spectroscopy, fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy, and single- and multi-photon excitation.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-6167-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-6168-4 July 2014, 7 x 10, 570 pp. Suggested Price: $179.95 / £114.00

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Theoretical Foundations of Digital Imaging Using MATLAB®

Leonid P. YaroslavskyTel Aviv University, IsraelSeries: Chapman & Hall/CRC Mathematical and Computational Imaging Sciences

Helping readers master digital imaging, this text presents a unified theoretical basis for understanding and designing methods of imaging and image processing. Designed for newcomers to imaging science and engineering, the book covers the subject in its entirety, from image formation to image perfecting. The author avoids using heavy mathematics and derives all formulas in full detail. To facilitate a deeper understanding of the major results, the book includes a number of exercises supported by MATLAB® programs, with the code available on the book’s CRC Press web page.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-6140-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-6141-7 November 2012, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 511 pp. Suggested Price: $109.95 / £69.99

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An Introduction to Quantum OpticsPhoton and Biphoton PhysicsYanhua ShihUniversity of Maryland Baltimore County, USASeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

Aimed at senior undergraduate and graduate students, this text presents the theoretical concepts and experimental techniques involved in modern quantum optics. It reviews basic theory and experimental evidence for the quantization of light, addressing such advanced concepts as entanglement and two-photon phenomena. It examines the devices and experimental procedures used to test theories and considers higher-level ideas, including coherent and squeezed states, atom-field interaction, electromagnetically induced transparency, and lasing without inversion. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.


Fundamentals of Attosecond OpticsZenghu ChangUniversity of Central Florida, Orlando, USA

This book’s coverage builds from basic underlying theory to more complex ideas related to attosecond optics. It shows how the generation of attosecond optical pulses requires knowledge of femtosecond laser technologies but is also quite distinct from femtosecond laser technologies. The author elaborates on this point using semi-classical models and quantum mechanics theories. He explains the generation of attosecond pulse train and gating methods for extracting single isolated pulses and presents illustrative examples of attosecond applications.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4200-8937-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-8938-7 February 2011, 7 x 10, 547 pp. Suggested Price: $99.95 / £63.99

LightThe Physics of the PhotonOle KellerAalborg University, DenmarkSeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

From the early wave-particle arguments to the mathematical theory of electromagnetism to Einstein’s work on the quantization of light, different descriptions of what constitutes light have existed for over 300 years. This book examines the photon phenomenon from several perspectives. It demonstrates the importance of studying the photon as a concept belonging to a global vacuum (matter-free space). The book explains the models and physical and mathematical descriptions of light and examines the behavior of light and its interaction with matter.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-4043-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-4044-3 June 2014, 7 x 10, 484 pp. Suggested Price: $99.95 / £63.99

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Introduction to Numerical ProgrammingA Practical Guide for Scientists and Engineers Using Python and C/C++Titus Adrian BeuUniversity Babeş-Bolyai, Cluj-Napoca, RomaniaSeries: Computational Physics

This book introduces numerical programming using Python and C/C++, emphasizing methods used in physics and engineering. It helps readers develop the ability to navigate relevant algorithms, knowledge of coding design, and efficient scientific programming skills. It requires minimal background in mathematics, leading readers from elementary methods to complex algorithms useful in modern programming. It incorporates examples and real code throughout, as well as problem sets, to facilitate a hands-on learning experience. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-6967-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-6969-0 September 2014, 7 x 10, 674 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $89.95 / £57.99







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Biophotonics & Biomedical Imaging


Imaging in Cellular and Tissue EngineeringEdited by

Hanry Yu and Nur Aida Abdul RahimNational University of SingaporeSeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

As the field of tissue engineering moves from creating simpler outer body parts to more sophisticated internal organs, researchers need to evaluate and control how well the tissues are engineered and integrated into the living body. Suitable for both experts and newcomers in bioengineering and biomedical imaging, this book shows researchers how to apply imaging techniques to next-generation engineered cells and tissues. It helps them assess the suitability of specific imaging modalities for applications with various functional requirements.


Second Harmonic Generation ImagingEdited by

Francesco S. PavoneUniversita degli Studi di Firenze, Sesto Fiorentino, Italy

Paul J. CampagnolaUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison, USASeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

“… provides the reader with comprehensive material of fundamentals, mechanisms, theory, practical implementation, and multiple practical applications of the novel and prospective nonlinear optical imaging method. The editors are to be congratulated for this outstanding work …”

—Microscopy and Microanalysis, 2014

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-4914-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-4915-6 June 2013, 6-3/4 x 9-3/4, 476 pp. Suggested Price: $157.95 / £99.00

Coherent Raman Scattering MicroscopyEdited by

Ji-Xin ChengPurdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA

X. Sunney XieHarvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USASeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

Edited by pioneers in the field and with contributions from a distinguished team of experts, this color book explains how CRS can be used to obtain a point-by-point chemical map of live cells and tissues. It discusses the principles of nonlinear optical spectroscopy and presents the theories of contrast mechanisms pertinent to CRS microscopy. The text then provides important technical aspects of CRS microscopy, including microscope construction, detection schemes, and data analyses. It also covers applications that demonstrate how CRS microscopy has become a valuable tool in biomedicine.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-6765-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-6766-2 October 2012, 7 x 10, 610 pp. Suggested Price: $167.95 / £107.00

Natural Biomarkers for Cellular MetabolismBiology, Techniques, and ApplicationsEdited by

Vladimir V. GhukasyanUniversity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, USA

Ahmed A. HeikalUniversity of Minnesota, Duluth, USASeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

This guide covers the current state of knowledge on intrinsic fluorescent biomarkers and highlights advances in using these biomarkers for the metabolic mapping and clinical diagnosis of healthy and diseased cells and tissues. The book’s first section introduces the fundamentals of cellular energy metabolic pathways as well as natural biomarkers within the context of their biological functions. The second section outlines the theoretical and technical background of quantitative and noninvasive autofluorescence microscopy and spectroscopy methods. The last two sections explore applications in biochemistry, cell biology, and medicine.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-0998-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-0999-3 September 2014, 7 x 10, 408 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

The Fluorescent Protein RevolutionEdited by

Richard N. DayIndiana University, Indianapolis, USA

Michael W. DavidsonFlorida State University, Tallahassee, USASeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

“The book was thoughtfully planned, the chapter authors well chosen, and the text and illustrations carefully prepared. I found the book not only invariably useful but often a pleasure to read. It will reward the attention of everyone using or pondering the usefulness of FPs, from novice to experienced investigator.”

—Microscopy and Microanalysis, 2014

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-7508-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-7509-4 April 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 347 pp. Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00

Optical Probes in BiologyEdited by

Jin Zhang, Sohum Mehta, and Carsten SchultzSeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

This book explores the diverse capabilities of optical probes and presents various approaches used to design, develop, and implement these powerful and versatile tools. It examines the use of optical probes to detect and track numerous molecular processes in living cells, including GTPase and kinase activities, metabolic signals, RNA, and histone modifications. The book also covers sophisticated imaging techniques and equipment used to visualize and track optical probes and discusses emerging techniques that are expanding optical probe-based approaches into new biological frontiers.








Biophotonics & Biomedical Imaging


Optical Techniques in Regenerative MedicineEdited by

Stephen P. Morgan, Felicity R.A.J. Rose, and Stephen J. Matcher

This practical book illustrates how to use optical imaging techniques and instrumentation for the fabrication, assessment, and longitudinal monitoring of regenerative medicine therapies. It covers optical coherence tomography, acousto-optic imaging, Raman spectroscopy, machine vision, bioluminescence, second harmonic generation microscopy, multi-photon microscopy, coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering, fluorescence spectroscopy, and light scattering spectroscopy. Each chapter provides an overview of a particular technique, its advantages and limitations in terms of structural and functional information, and examples of applications in regenerative medicine.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-5495-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-5496-9 August 2013, 7 x 10, 438 pp. Suggested Price: $132.95 / £85.00

Advanced BiophotonicsTissue Optical SectioningEdited by

Ruikang K. WangUniversity of Washington, Seattle, USA

Valery V. TuchinSaratov State University, RussiaSeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

Despite a number of books on biophotonics imaging for medical diagnostics and therapy, the field still lacks a comprehensive imaging book that describes biophotonics imaging approaches intensively developed in recent years. Addressing this shortfall, Advanced Biophotonics presents contemporary methods and applications of biophotonics imaging. Gathering research otherwise scattered in numerous physical, chemical, biophysical, and biomedical journals, the book helps researchers, bioengineers, and medical doctors understand major recent bioimaging technologies and the underlying biophotonics science.


Terahertz Biomedical Science & TechnologyEdited by

Joo-Hiuk SonUniversity of Seoul, South Korea

This book focuses on biomedical applications of terahertz (THz) waves. THz waves offer advantages due to their low energy (greater safety), long wavelength (less scattering), and sensitivity to water molecules. The book explores the use of THz spectroscopy in elucidating biological behaviors as well as the development of THz wave medical techniques, such as skin drug absorption imaging and cancer diagnosis. It also includes an overview of THz technology, encompassing generation, detection, and imaging methods.


Biomimetics in PhotonicsEdited by

Olaf KarthausChitose Institute of Science and Technology, JapanSeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

“… interesting and illuminating … a useful introduction to the field of biomimetics for photonic applications.”

—MRS Bulletin, 2014

This book explores a biomimetic approach for developing and improving photonic devices and structures. Leaders in the field discuss not only the mimicking of natural structures and solutions to engineering problems, but also the true understanding of natural processes and the application of these techniques to established technologies. Suitable for researchers and graduate students, the book does more than describe how to extract good design from nature—it highlights natural design techniques in context, allowing for a more complete modeling picture.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-7746-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-7747-0 October 2012, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 289 pp. Suggested Price: $132.95 / £85.00

Handbook of PhotomedicineEdited by

Michael R. Hamblin and Ying-Ying HuangHarvard Medical School and Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA

Providing the most comprehensive coverage of this exciting biomedical field, this handbook gathers together a large team of international experts to give readers a complete account of the application of light in healthcare and medical science. The book progresses logically from the history and fundamentals of photomedicine to diverse therapeutic applications of light, known collectively as phototherapies. It facilitates understanding of human diseases caused by light, the rationale for photoprotection, and major applications of phototherapy in clinical practice.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-8469-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-8470-6 October 2013, 8-1/2 x 11, 886 pp. Suggested Price: $209.95 / £134.00

Handbook of Biomedical OpticsEdited by

David A. Boas, Constantinos Pitris, and Nimmi Ramanujam

Taking a broad yet detailed approach, this comprehensive handbook covers light-based diagnostic methodologies and light-mediated therapeutics as well as concepts and optical methods used in research and practice. Extensively illustrated, the book presents the theory and fundamentals, along with state-of-the-art applications. The expert contributors also discuss advantages and disadvantages of various techniques. After introducing the background principles of optics, light sources, and irradiation and basic tissue optics concepts, the book focuses on spectroscopic methods, tomographic imaging, microscopic imaging methods, molecular probe development, and phototherapy.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4200-9036-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-9037-6 June 2011, 8-1/2 x 11, 831 pp. Suggested Price: $172.95 / £110.00







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Imaging / Lighting Technologies / Optical Materials & Characterization Techniques


Optical Properties of Photonic StructuresInterplay of Order and DisorderEdited by

Mikhail F. LimonovIoffe Physical-Technical Institute, Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg

Richard M. De La RueUniversity of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and University of Glasgow, ScotlandSeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

One of the first books specifically focused on disorder in photonic structures, this work explores how both order and disorder provide the key to the different regimes of light transport and to the systematic localization and trapping of light. Leading researchers describe 1D, 2D, and 3D structures, including opals, aperiodic Fibonacci-type photonic structures, Lévy glasses, and hypersonic, magnetophotonic, and plasmonic–photonic crystals with nanocavities, quantum dots, and lasing action. The book also addresses practical applications in optical communications and laser surgery.


Laser-Induced Damage in Optical MaterialsEdited by

Detlev RistauLaser Zentrum Hannover e.V., Germany

This book provides the most complete and authoritative overview of the laser damage field, covering damage in the bulk as well as on the surface and coating of optical components. Its treatment spans from fundamental mechanisms and techniques to damage in optical materials and thin films. It discusses state-of-the-art measurement approaches for evaluating laser damage thresholds in the context of international standards and scaling laws. It also covers high-power laser coatings, modeling approaches, laser heating phenomena in different optical materials, and effects of contamination.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-7216-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-7217-8 December 2014, 7 x 10, 551 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Nitride Phosphors and Solid-State LightingRong-Jun Xie, Yuan Qiang Li, Naoto Hirosaki, and Hajime YamamotoSeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

Drawing on the authors’ extensive experimental work, this book provides an in-depth introduction to the crystal chemistry, synthesis, luminescence, and applications of phosphor materials for solid-state lighting, mainly focusing on new nitride phosphors. It collects the latest data and trends on LED phosphors and discusses the use of new white LED lamps for general illumination and LCD backlighting. Covering novel luminescent materials, the book brings readers up to date on the evolving field of solid-state lighting.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-3011-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-3012-3 June 2011, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 348 pp. Suggested Price: $159.95 / £102.00

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Understanding LED IlluminationM. Nisa KhanIEM LED Lighting Technologies, New Jersey, USA

“… extremely well organized and its tables, charts, diagrams, and photographs effectively reinforce the concepts described by the text. It can also serve as a ready reference for those involved in the design, engineering, and marketing of SSL. I recommend it to anyone interested in SSL lighting …”

—Physics Today, 2014

“Here … [is] a book intending to educate a non-lighting audience about the basics of light, while doing so from a point of view that they might understand. … BUY IT if you’d like to see how another community views the lighting world.”

—Lighting Design and Application Magazine, 2014

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-0772-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-0300-4 August 2013, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 272 pp. Suggested Price: $71.95 / £45.99

Fundamentals of Solid-State LightingLEDs, OLEDs, and Their Applications in Illumination and DisplaysVinod Kumar KhannaCSIR-CEERI, Pilani, India

This book presents an up-to-date, comprehensive survey of the principles, technology, and applications of solid-state devices for lighting and displays. Compared to traditional electrical filaments, arc lamps, and fluorescent lamps, solid-state lighting offers higher efficiency, reliability, and environmentally friendly technology. The book covers a range of solid-state devices, technologies, and materials used for lighting and displays. It also examines auxiliary but critical requirements of efficient applications, such as modeling, thermal management, reliability, and smart lighting.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-6109-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-6112-0 June 2014, 7 x 10, 604 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Adaptive Optics for Biological ImagingEdited by

Joel A. KubbyUniversity of California, Santa Cruz, USA

Written by international leaders in the field, this reference presents a complete overview of the core principles, state-of-the-art methods, and emerging applications of adaptive optics in biological imaging. It emphasizes the use of adaptive optics to correct wavefront aberrations caused by light propagation in biological samples. Accessible to readers without a background in optics, the book describes the fundamentals, components, and systems used in adaptive optics. It also covers optics systems as well as newer applications in this rapidly expanding field.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-5018-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-5019-0 April 2013, 7 x 10, 388 pp. Suggested Price: $104.95 / £65.99







Optical Materials & Characterization Techniques / Optical Metrology


Handbook of 3D Machine VisionOptical Metrology and ImagingEdited by

Song ZhangPurdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USASeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

Choosing from the numerous 3D vision methods available can be frustrating for scientists and engineers, especially without a comprehensive resource to consult. Filling this gap, this handbook gives an in-depth look at the most popular 3D imaging techniques. Written by key players in the field and inventors of important imaging technologies, it helps readers understand the core of 3D imaging technology and choose the proper 3D imaging technique for their needs. The book presents the mathematical foundations, successful applications, and limitations of each technique.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-7219-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-7220-8 March 2013, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 414 pp. Suggested Price: $167.95 / £107.00

Handbook of Optical Dimensional MetrologyEdited by

Kevin HardingGE Global Research, Niskayuna, New York, USASeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

Requiring no prior expertise in optical dimensional metrology, this handbook helps readers understand the capabilities and limitations of optical metrology methods. It shows them how to successfully apply optical metrology to a vast array of current engineering and scientific problems. After building a foundation for evaluating optical measurement methods, the book focuses on each application area of measurement, working down from large area to medium-sized to submicron measurements. Best practices and practical examples aid readers in effectively using the methods.


Optical Techniques for Solid-State Materials CharacterizationEdited by

Rohit P. PrasankumarCenter for Integrated Nanotechnologies, Los Alamos, New Mexico, USA

Antoinette J. TaylorMaterials Physics and Applications, Los Alamos National Laboratory, New Mexico, USA

With chapters written by pioneering experts in various optical techniques, this reference provides detailed descriptions of basic and advanced optical techniques commonly used to study materials, from the simple to the complex. It explains how to use the techniques to acquire, analyze, and interpret data for gaining insight into material properties. The book describes the tools needed to implement a particular optical experiment and includes examples that help readers interpret and understand the resulting data. It also presents useful information on common light sources, optical components, detectors, spectrometers, and cryostats.


Handbook of Luminescent Semiconductor MaterialsEdited by

Leah BergmanUniversity of Idaho, Moscow, USA

Jeanne L. McHaleWashington State University, Pullman, USA

This handbook explains how photoluminescence spectroscopy is a powerful and practical analytical tool for revealing the fundamentals of light interaction and, thus, the optical properties of semiconductors. The book shows how luminescent semiconductors are used in lasers, photodiodes, infrared detectors, light-emitting diodes, solid-state lamps, solar energy, and biological imaging. It introduces basic semiconductor theory and photoluminescence principles, discusses the optical properties of wide-bandgap semiconductors, presents research on narrow-bandgap semiconductors and solid-state lighting, and covers the optical properties of semiconductors in the nanoscale regime.


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Dopants and Defects in SemiconductorsMatthew D. McCluskeyWashington State University, Pullman, USA

Eugene E. HallerUniversity of California, Berkeley, USA

This text covers the theory, experimentation, and identification of impurities, dopants, and intrinsic defects in semiconductors. By treating dopants and defects in semiconductors as a unified subject, the authors help define the field and prepare readers for work in technologically important areas. Requiring no prior knowledge of semiconductor physics, the text provides a framework for understanding defects in any crystal, summarizes doping methods during and after semiconductor growth, and discusses the properties of dopants and defects. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.


Handbook of Spin Transport and MagnetismEdited by

Evgeny Y. TsymbalUniversity of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA

Igor ZuticUniversity at Buffalo, The State University of New York, USA

With an introductory chapter by Nobel Prize laureate Albert Fert, this seminal handbook provides a comprehensive, balanced account of spintronics. It discusses diverse physical phenomena discovered in hybrid structures of ferromagnetic and normal metals, describes impressive breakthroughs in spin-dependent tunneling, and reviews the challenges and opportunities for controlling spin and magnetism in semiconductors. Along with covering spin-based applications, the book explores the phenomena characteristic of nanostructures made from metals, superconductors, molecular magnets, carbon nanotubes, quantum dots, and graphene.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-0377-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-0378-3 August 2011, 8-1/2 x 11, 808 pp. Suggested Price: $172.95 / £110.00







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Optical Metrology / Optoelectronics & Photonics


Smart Mini-CamerasEdited by

Tigran V. GalstianLaval University, Quebec, Canada

This book discusses the structure, operation principles, applications, and future trends of miniature mobile cameras. It compares this technology with traditional digital still cameras and explains the specific requirements of miniature camera module components in terms of optical design, image sensor, and functionalities. The book describes the implementation of several active functionalities, including liquid crystal auto focus and optical image stabilization. It also explores how new technologies, such as the curved detector and transforming optics, are stimulating novel trends, including a miniature panoramic lens on mobile phones.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-1292-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-1293-1 September 2013, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 339 pp. Suggested Price: $145.95 / £93.00

MicrolensesProperties, Fabrication and Liquid LensesHongrui JiangUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison, USA

Xuefeng ZengGlobal Foundries, Inc., Malta, New York, USASeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

After describing how certain problems in optics can be solved by liquid microlenses, this book introduces the physics and fabrication methods involved in microlenses. It also details the facility and equipment requirements for general fabrication methods. The authors then present examples of various microlenses with non-tunable and tunable focal lengths based on different mechanisms. The book concludes by summarizing the importance of microlenses, shedding light on future microlens work, and exploring related challenges.


Laser Beam PropagationGeneration and Propagation of Customized LightEdited by

Andrew ForbesCSIR National Laser Centre, Pretoria, South Africa

This book provides a comprehensive account of laser beam propagation, reflecting the major impact of new characterization methods, computational approaches, and fabrication techniques. It highlights new discoveries on laser beams and their propagation properties, including orbital angular momentum of light, the non-diffracting nature of light, and light that propagates along curved paths and reconstructs after obstacles. Chapters by expert researchers demonstrate how laser beams propagate, explain the generation of custom laser beams with modern techniques, describe beam properties, and showcase their application across various disciplines.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-5439-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-5440-5 February 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 364 pp. Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00

Handbook of Silicon PhotonicsEdited by

Laurent VivienCNRS, Université Paris-Sud, Orsay, France

Lorenzo PavesiUniversity of Trento, Povo di Trento, ItalySeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

With many illustrations, including some in color, this handbook shows how basic science and innovative technological applications are pushing the field forward. Suitable for both specialists and newcomers, the book covers a broad spectrum of materials and applications, emphasizing passive and active photonic devices, fabrication, integration, and the convergence with CMOS technology. The book’s self-contained chapters are written by international experts from academia and various photonics-related industries.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-3610-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-3611-8 April 2013, 7 x 10, 851 pp. Suggested Price: $177.95 / £113.00

Laser-Based Measurements for Time and Frequency Domain ApplicationsA HandbookPasquale Maddaloni, Marco Bellini, and Paolo De NataleSeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

Based on the authors’ experimental work over the last 25 years, this self-contained book presents basic concepts, applications, and trends in optical, atomic, and molecular physics. It gives a wide-ranging, balanced overview of the areas revolutionized by optical frequency comb synthesizers based on femtosecond mode-locked lasers. It provides all the background information on the main kinds of laser sources and techniques, offers a detailed account of recent results obtained for time- and frequency-domain applications of lasers, and develops the theoretical framework necessary for understanding the experimental applications.


Phase Estimation in Optical InterferometryEdited by

Pramod RastogiEPFL - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne

Erwin HackEmpa - Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, Dubendorf

This book covers the essentials of phase-stepping algorithms used in interferometry and pseudointerferometric techniques. It presents the basic concepts and mathematics needed for understanding modern phase estimation methods. The book first focuses on phase retrieval from image transforms using a single frame. It then examines the local environment of a fringe pattern, the phase estimation approach based on local polynomial phase modeling, temporal high-resolution phase evaluation methods, and methods of phase unwrapping. It also discusses experimental imperfections liable to adversely influence the accuracy of phase measurements.








Optoelectronics & Photonics / Holography


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Introduction to HolographyVincent ToalDublin Institute of Technology, Ireland

With more than 300 illustrations, this practical guide explains how to use holographic techniques to solve specific problems in a variety of fields. The text chronicles the historical development of holography, reviews essential optics, and presents basic holographic principles. It covers numerous existing and emerging holographic applications in advertising, data storage, life sciences, and nanoengineering. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.


Ultra-Realistic ImagingAdvanced Techniques in Analogue and Digital Colour HolographyHans BjelkhagenHansholo Consulting Ltd, UK

David Brotherton-RatcliffeGeola Technologies Ltd, UK

“Produced to the highest quality, with excellent illustrations throughout … an outstanding contribution to holographic literature. … it deserves a permanent place on the shelves of every optics department.”

—RPS Journal, 2014


Fundamentals of Laser MicromachiningRonald D. SchaefferPhotoMachining, Inc., Pelham, New Hampshire, USA

This work explains how laser technology is applied to precision micromachining. It provides the foundation to achieve cost-effectiveness, the best edge quality, and the highest resolution in small-scale industrial laser machining. The author compares various laser sources, addresses topics crucial to obtaining good processing results, and covers real-world applications in the medical, microelectronics, aerospace, and other fields. He also examines the processing of many common materials, such as metals, silicon, ceramics, and glasses. A solutions manual is available upon qualifying course adoption.


Optical Modeling and Simulation of Thin-Film Photovoltaic DevicesJanez Krc and Marko TopicUniversity of Ljubljana, Slovenia

This work provides readers with a thorough guide to performing optical modeling and simulations of thin-film solar cells and PV modules. The authors offer insight on examples of existing optical models, demonstrate the applicability of optical modeling, and present concrete directions and solutions for improving the devices. Many practical examples illustrate the use of simulations with the developed models, helping readers better understand and develop their own models as well as appreciate innovative concepts in light management in thin-film PV devices.


Broadband Optical ModulatorsScience, Technology, and ApplicationsEdited by

Antao ChenUniversity of Washington, Seattle, USA

Edmond MurphyJDS Uniphase Corporation, Bloomfield, Connecticut, USA

This book covers the fundamental physics, material science, device design, system applications, and practical implementation. Contributors also address the optical and electro-optic properties of relevant materials, such as lithium niobate, silicon, and III-V compound semiconductors, in addition to electro-optic polymers, organic nonlinear optic crystals, and other emerging materials. The book covers applications used in fiber optic transmission systems, those involved in fiber optic gyroscopes, and emerging applications in sensing and signal processing. Design, fabrication, performance, and other key factors are explored for each type of modulator.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-2506-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-2507-5 November 2011, 7 x 10, 568 pp. Suggested Price: $154.95 / £99.00

Molded OpticsDesign and ManufactureMichael Schaub, Jim Schwiegerling, Eric C. Fest, Alan Symmons, and R. Hamilton ShepardSeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

Molded Optics presents detailed descriptions of molded plastic, glass, and infrared optics. Since an understanding of the manufacturing process is necessary to develop cost-effective, producible designs, the book extensively covers various manufacturing methods, design guidelines, trade-offs, best practices, and testing of critical parameters. It also discusses topics that often arise when designing systems with molded optics, such as mitigating stray light and mating systems by eye. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.








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Quantum Mechanics IThe FundamentalsS. RajasekarBharathidasan University, Tiruchirapalli, India

R. VelusamyANJA College, Tamilnadu, India

“… excellent, up-to-date … can be used as either a two-to-three-semester graduate text or as a standalone reference book. Quantum Mechanics I: The Fundamentals covers the canonical basics and Quantum Mechanics II: Advanced Topics covers a range of modern developments from introductory quantum field theory through quantum information theory and other quantum technologies, such as quantum metrology and imaging, that are not discussed in other sources … I recommend this set highly.”

—Jonathan P. Dowling, Hearne Professor of Theoretical Physics, Louisiana State University

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-6337-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-6339-8 December 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 613 pp., Pack - Book and Ebook Suggested Price: $99.95 / £63.99

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The Science of ImagingAn Introduction, Second EditionGraham SaxbyUniversity of Wolverhampton, UK (Retired)

Updated and expanded to keep pace with the digital revolution, the new edition of this critically acclaimed work provides a comprehensive exploration of imaging science. Extensively illustrated, the second edition covers the fundamental laws of physics as well as techniques defining current and future directions in the field. Starting with the fundamentals of light and basic cameras, the author journeys through television and holography to advanced scientific and medical imaging. He highlights essential formulas while keeping the complex mathematics to a minimum. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-1286-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-8122-4 November 2010, 8-1/2 x 11, 352 pp. Suggested Price: $83.95 / £42.99

Consider a Spherical PatentIP and Patenting in Technology BusinessJoseph E. GortychOpticus IP Law PLLC, Sarasota, Florida, USA

Using examples of actual patents and patent portfolios of real technology businesses, this practical and engaging book provides key insights and perspectives on the reality of how patents are used and abused in the technology business. It explains often-misunderstood patent phenomena, such as how and why invalid patents are issued by the patent office, and covers important topics frequently ignored or glossed over, including provisional patent applications, independent inventors, obviousness, and the dynamic interplay between infringeability and patent validity.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-8805-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-5320-7 February 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 267 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $59.95 / £38.99

Commonly Asked Questions in ThermodynamicsMarc Assael, Anthony R.H. Goodwin, Michael Stamatoudis, William A. Wakeham, and Stefan Will

Every scientist and engineer encounters problems that may be solved at least in part using the principles of thermodynamics. The importance of thermodynamics is so fundamental to life that practitioners and researchers in a range of fields need a fairly detailed understanding of this core discipline. This clearly written, easy-to-follow guide allows even nonscientists considering the use of alternative fuel sources to achieve a solid grounding in thermodynamics. The authors cover topics spanning from energy sources to the environment to climate change.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4200-8695-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-8696-6 March 2011, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 368 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $45.95 / £28.99

Commonly Asked Questions in PhysicsAndrew RexUniversity of Puget Sound, Tacoma, Washington, USA

Suitable for a wide audience, this book covers a broad scope of subjects, from classical physics that goes back to the age of Newton to new ideas just formulated in the twenty-first century. The book highlights the core areas of physics that predate the twentieth century, including mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, and thermodynamics. It also focuses on modern physics, covering quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics, fundamental particles, and relativity.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-6017-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-6018-5 February 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 256 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $29.95 / £18.99

Physics Curiosities, Oddities, and NoveltiesJohn Kimball

“I like this book a lot. It lightens the subject nicely.”

—Philip B. Allen, Professor, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Stony Brook University

“All of the physical concepts are expressed in terms of common language. …”

—Ching-Yao Fong, Distinguished Professor of Physics, University of California, Davis

“… concise, clear, and insightful … a useful, interesting, and accessible resource for physics teachers and interested students of all levels.”

—David Bittel, Physics Teacher, Bristol Eastern High School

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-7635-3 May 2015, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 371 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $34.95 / £22.99







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Introduction to Experimental BiophysicsTextbook and Lab ManualJay NadeauMcGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

This textbook and lab manual provide methods for investigating wet laboratory experiments and biological research areas. The set allows students to follow the process involved in the production of nucleic acids and proteins and the different levels of purification required for each type of analysis. Tested in a pedagogical setting, the experiments follow a logical progression beginning with a DNA construct.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4987-3972-6April 2015, 7x10 Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Methods of Experimental PhysicsM.I. PergamentState Research Center of Russian Federation “Troitsk Institute for Innovation & Fusion Research” (TRINITI), MoscowSeries: Graduate Student Series in Physics

Based on the modern approach of information theory, this book presents novel experimental techniques, tools, and data processing methods for physics applications. It shows readers how to plan and conduct experiments, design and certify measuring equipment, and process and interpret the experimental data. Bringing together approaches that have previously been scattered in the literature, the book covers high-speed photography, Fourier optics, spectroscopy, interferometry, holography, electromagnetic waves, x-rays, and corpuscular investigation.

Print ISBN: 978-0-7503-0608-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-1214-9 October 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 362 pp. Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00

Fischer-Cripps Student CompanionsFive-Volume SetA.C. Fischer-CrippsFischer-Cripps Laboratories Pty Ltd, Sydney, Australia

Taking the same signature approach, these books use clear writing and a visual presentation to make the material suitable for students in any country, including those with English as a second language. The author has now extended the coverage of The Physics Companion, The Electronics Companion, The Mathematics Companion, and The Materials Physics Companion and updated them where necessary, building on the outstanding success of the first editions. Along with these volumes, the set contains The Chemistry Companion.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4987-0967-5 September 2014, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, Soft Cover Suggested Price: $159.95 / £99.00

Infrared Astronomy – Seeing the Heatfrom William Herschel to the Herschel Space ObservatoryDavid L. ClementsImperial College London, UK

Accessible to amateur astronomers, this book presents an overview of the science and technology associated with infrared astronomy. With color figures, it shows how infrared astronomy provides insights into the workings of the universe that are unavailable at other wavelengths. Readers will discover what infrared astronomy reveals about the planets, moons, and other bodies that constitute our Solar System; star formation and stellar evolution; the processes that shape galaxies; and dark energy and dark matter.


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Essential MATLAB® and OctaveJesús Rogel-SalazarUniversity of Hertfordshire, UK

This text presents the essential commands and structures that allow readers to unlock the capabilities of MATLAB® and Octave without having to understand too many technicalities. Given the similarities in syntax between both languages, the book shows readers how to write code that can be used in both environments. The text assumes no prior programming knowledge. A solutions manual and figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-3463-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-3465-7 November 2014, 7-1/2 x 9-1/4, 288 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $69.95 / £44.99

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Quantum Mechanics IIAdvanced TopicsS. RajasekarBharathidasan University, Tiruchirapalli, India

R. VelusamyANJA College, Tamilnadu, India

This book offers a tutorial guide to some of the most cutting-edge topics in quantum mechanics. The authors explain the basic principles, key features, and applications. They cover quantum technologies as well as emerging areas, including quantum versions of the theory of gravity, teleportation, games, cloning, diffusion, and chaos. Problem sets are provided for each chapter with complete solutions at the end of the book. Many original figures help readers visualize important concepts. A solutions manual and figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-6345-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4987-0687-2 December 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 313 pp., Pack - Book and Ebook Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00







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