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The print edition is available as a set of three volumes (9789004151352).
The atomic force microscope (AFM) has become one of the leading nanoscale measurement techniques for materials science since its creation in the 1980's, but has been gaining popularity in a seemingly unrelated field of science: biology. The AFM naturally lends itself to investigating the topological surfaces of biological objects, from whole cells to protein particulates, and can also be used to determine physical properties such as Young's modulus, stiffness, molecular bond strength, surface friction, and many more. One of the most important reasons for the rise of biological AFM is that you can measure materials within a physiologically relevant environment (i.e. liquids). This book is a collection of works beginning with an introduction to the AFM along with techniques and methods of sample preparation. Then the book displays current research covering subjects ranging from nano-particulates, proteins, DNA, viruses, cellular structures, and the characterization of living cells.
The first-ever English translation of one of the legends of the Latin American left Rafael Barrett was born into the Spanish elite, but in the six intense years that he spent in Paraguay, he shed his past to become one of the most notable voices speaking out against the rampant imperialism gripping Latin America. Arriving in a nation constructed upon a foundation of bones following the Triple Alliance War of 1864-1870, Barrett was thrown by chance into the “Paraguayan sorrow” that haunted that landlocked nation in the heart of Latin America. More than half the population had been wiped out in the merciless conflict. A ferocious pattern of capitalist imperialism had taken hold. The apocal...
Mexico City: A Knowledge Economy is a comprehensive exploration of how the capital of Mexico has evolved into one of Latin America’s most dynamic centers for innovation, science, education, and sustainable development. Conceived as a visual and intellectual journey, the book showcases the convergence of government, academia, and industry in shaping a knowledge-based economy that prioritizes equity, technological progress, and environmental responsibility. With contributions from prominent figures including Marcelo Ebrard Casaubon, Sam Pitroda, and Javier Jileta, the volume examines key sectors—education, telecommunications, health, finance, and sustainability—through case studies such as the Biometrópolis Project, Campus UNAM, and Telmex Digital Initiatives. Richly illustrated and based on rigorous research, this work highlights how Mexico City positions itself at the forefront of Latin America’s transformation toward a future driven by knowledge and innovation.
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