Stuart Alan Macgregor Livres

The series Structure and Bonding publishes critical reviews on research topics related to chemical structure and bonding, encompassing the entire Periodic Table. It addresses issues associated with all elements and highlights new areas in modern structural and theoretical chemistry, such as nanostructures, molecular electronics, designed molecular solids, surfaces, metal clusters, and supramolecular structures. The series includes physical and spectroscopic techniques for examining and modeling structures, focusing on scientific results rather than technical details. It also explores the development of bonding models and generalizations that clarify reactivity pathways and rates of chemical processes. Each thematic volume aims to provide a comprehensive overview of emerging insights relevant to a broader scientific audience, making it suitable for both university and industry readers. Each review critically surveys a specific aspect of the topic, contextualizing it within the volume. Significant developments from the past 5 to 10 years are highlighted, using selected examples to illustrate key principles. While not exhaustive in data, the coverage emphasizes conceptual understanding of new principles, catering to non-specialists. Discussions on future research directions are encouraged.