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OverviewMany creatures use adhesive polymers and structures to attach to inert substrates, to each other, or to other organisms. This is the first major review that brings together research on many of the well-known biological adhesives dealing with bacteria, fungi, algae, and marine and terrestrial animals. As we learn more about their molecular and mechanical properties we begin to understand why they adhere so well and with this comes broad applications in areas such as medicine, dentistry, and biotechnology. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Andrew M. SmithPublisher: Springer International Publishing AG Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG Edition: 2nd ed. 2016 Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 7.021kg ISBN: 9783319460819ISBN 10: 3319460811 Pages: 378 Publication Date: 02 November 2016 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationAndrew M. Smith Professor Ithaca College Department of Biology Specialty: Animal Physiology, Biomechanics Phone (607) 274-3975 E-mail: asmith@ithaca.edu Office: 155 Ctr for Natural Sciences Ithaca, NY 14850 Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |