Physics of Charged Macromolecules

Physics of Charged Macromolecules by Murugappan Muthukumar is an authoritative, accessible exploration of the electrostatic principles that govern polymers, polyelectrolytes, DNA, and other charged soft-matter systems. Clear, concise, and rigorous, this book draws together theory and experimental insight to reveal how charge, ionic environment, and molecular architecture shape macromolecular behavior in solution and at interfaces.

Begin with captivating explanations of Coulomb interactions, screening, and counterion condensation that make complex ideas intuitive for graduate students and researchers. Progressing from foundational electrostatics to advanced topics—chain conformations, phase behavior, transport phenomena, and applications in nanotechnology and biology—the text balances mathematical depth with real-world relevance. Case studies on DNA biophysics, synthetic polyelectrolytes, colloidal stability, and responsive materials illustrate practical implications for materials science, biotechnology, and soft-matter engineering.

Written for an international audience, this book supports professionals and students across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond who work in polymer physics, biophysics, physical chemistry, and nanoscience. It’s an essential reference for anyone modeling charged macromolecules, designing polyelectrolyte materials, or interpreting experiments in ionic solutions and confined geometries.

If you need a single comprehensive resource that combines rigorous theory, illustrative examples, and contemporary applications, Physics of Charged Macromolecules by Murugappan Muthukumar delivers. Enhance your library with a text that clarifies the physics behind charged macromolecular systems and informs research and innovation worldwide. Order your copy today to deepen your understanding and advance your work in charged macromolecule science.

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