Summary: Publisher Summary 1 Nicolais and Carotenuto, both affiliated with the Institute of Composite and Biomedical Materials of Italy's National Research Council, present recent work on the properties, preparation, and applications of metal-polymer nanocomposites. Coverage progresses from the chemical and physical properties of nano-sized metals through different approaches to the synthesis of metal-polymer nanocomposites, characterization techniques, and applications in color filters, polarizers, optical sensors, and nonlinear optical devices. Material is written from a multidisciplinary perspective and will be of interest to students and practitioners in physical, chemical, and materials science as well as areas such as engineering and topology. Annotation 漏2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)   Publisher Summary 2 A unique guide to an essential area of nanoscienceInterest in nano-sized metals has increased greatly due to their special characteristics and suitability for a number of advanced applications. As technology becomes more refined-including the ability to effectively manipulate and stabilize metals at the nanoscale-these materials present ever-more workable solutions to a growing range of problems.Metal-Polymer Nanocompositesprovides the first guide solely devoted to the unique properties and applications of this essential area of nanoscience. It offers a truly multidisciplinary approach, making the text accessible to readers in physical, chemical, and materials science as well as areas such as engineering and topology.The thorough coverage includes:The chemical and physical properties of nano-sized metalsDifferent approaches to the synthesis of metal-polymer nanocomposites (MPN)Advanced characterization techniques and methods for study of MPNReal-world applications, including color filters, polarizers, optical sensors, nonlinear optical devices, and moreAn extensive list of references on the topics coveredA unique, cutting-edge resource for a vital area of nanoscience development, Metal-Polymer Nanocompositesis an invaluable text for students and practitioners of materials science, engineering, polymer science, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, and optics.