Sol-Gel Science and Technology

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Papers from the October 1993 symposium review the history and future of sol-gel technology and highlight recent research in precursor chemistry, molecular and structural science, processing of monolithic gels, electronic and optical films, biomolecular materials, fibers and membranes, hybrids and nanocomposites, and powders and crystal chemistry. A section on novel devices and applications describes stable visible lasers and gadolinium ferromagnetic mesoparticles. Includes b&w photos and diagrams. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)