In-Silico Approaches to Macromolecular Chemistry

by Minu Elizabeth Thomas (Editor), Jince Thomas PhD (Editor), Sabu Thomas (Editor), Haya Kornweitz (Editor)

Overview

Computational approaches offer researchers unique insights into the structure, characteristics, and properties of macromolecules. However, with applications across a broad range of areas, various methods have been developed for exploring macromolecules in in silico; therefore, it can be difficult for researchers to select the most appropriate method for their specific needs. Covering both biopolymers and synthetic polymers, In-Silico Approaches to Macromolecular Chemistry familiarizes readers with the theoretical tools and software appropriate for such studies. In addition to providing essential background knowledge on both computational tools and macromolecules, the book presents in-depth studies of in silico macromolecule chemistry, discusses and compares these with experimental studies, and highlights the future potential for such approaches. Written by specialists in their respective fields, this book helps students, researchers, and industry professionals gain a clear overview of the field, and furnishes them with the knowledge needed to understand and select the most appropriate tools for conducting and analyzing computational studies. - Highlights in silico studies of both bio and synthetic macromolecules in one book - Supports both learners and experts though a combination of detailed guidance and perspectives on the future potential for in silico approaches to macromolecules - Familiarizes readers with theoretical tools and software helping them select the best approach for their specific needs

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323909969
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	02/28/2023
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	624
File size:	66 MB
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About the Author

Minu Elizabeth Thomas is a researcher with the division of physical chemistry at Mahatma Gandhi University. She has particular expertise in the field of computational chemistry, using quantum chemistry methods to model and analyze the characteristics and properties of molecular structures. She has authored 3 publications.
Dr. Jince Thomas is the Chief Minister's Nava Kerala Post-Doctoral Fellow at the International and Inter University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at Mahatma Gandhi University in Kerala, India. Previously, he worked as an Assistant Professor on contract at the same institution. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Mahatma Gandhi University in 2022 under the guidance of Prof. Sabu Thomas. During 2016-2017, he worked as a project assistant on an Indo-Malaysian project in collaboration with University Technology Mara, Malaysia. Additionally, he was a visiting student at Ariel University in Israel and the University of Tennessee Knoxville, USA. Dr. Jince has contributed to numerous publications, book chapters, and edited books, with his research interests focused on polymeric membranes, electrolytes, polymer nanocomposites, and electrochemistry.
Sabu Thomas is a Professor and Director of the International and Interuniversity Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India. Professor Thomas is internationally recognized for his contributions to polymer science and engineering, with his research interests encompassing polymer nanocomposites, elastomers, polymer blends, interpenetrating polymer networks, polymer membranes, green composites, nanocomposites, nanomedicine, and green nanotechnology. His groundbreaking inventions in polymer nanocomposites, polymer blends, green bionanotechnology, and nano-biomedical sciences have significantly advanced the development of new materials for the automotive, space, housing, and biomedical fields.
Prof. Haya Kornweitz is head of the Department of Chemical Science at Airel University, Israel. She has expertise in the fields of Computational Chemistry (molecular and solid state), Theoretical chemistry and Molecular dynamics, studying the geometry and thermodynamics of molecules and exploring the mechanisms of considered reactions. Prof Kornweitz has published 42 papers in the field and was an editor of two journal special issues (J. Coord. Chem. and in Israel Journal of Chemistry).

Table of Contents

1. Why Are In-silico Approaches Necessary for Macromolecular Chemistry?2. Theoretical tools for In-silico Macromolecular Chemistry3. Macromolecular Chemistry: An Introduction4. In-silico Approaches for Carbohydrates5. In-silico Approaches for Lipids6. In-silico Approaches for Proteins7. In-silico Approaches for Nucleic acids8. Contribution of Computational Genomics Research to the Real World9. In-silico Approaches for Olefinic polymers10. In-silico Approaches for Halopolymers11. In-silico Approaches for Elastomers12. In-silico Approaches for Aerogel13. In-silico Approaches for Xenobiotic Polymers and their Degradation Mechanism14. In-silico Approaches for Polymeric Composites15. In-silico studies of Macromolecules as Sensors16. Are Computational Approaches Critically Important for Solving Real-World Problems?

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A guide to computational studies of macromolecular systems