Self-Assembling Systems: Theory and Simulation

Provides comprehensive knowledge on concepts, theoretical methods and state-of-the-art computational techniques for the simulation of self-assembling systems

• Looks at the field of self-assembly from a theoretical perspective
• Highlights the importance of theoretical studies and tailored computer simulations to support the design of new self-assembling materials with useful properties
• Divided into three parts covering the basic principles of self-assembly, methodology, and emerging topics

Keywords: Self-assembling systems; Computer simulation; Theory; Nanoparticles; Rational Design; Phase Transition; Soft Materials; Predictive Science; Hierarchical Self-Assembly; Biophysics, Soft Matter, Biophysics, Soft Matter, Biophysics