Notice on New Books in International Campus Library
The shelving of the second batch of new English books for the spring and summer academic semester of 2020-2021 has been completed. The total number of foreign language books newly on the shelves is 1336 (detailed list is attached), which covers the range from biomedical, economics, computer, to civil engineering, mechanical, literature and other disciplines. At present, all the books are placed at the atrium on the first floor of the library and ready to be lent.
Recommended new books:
Title: BETWEEN MAKING AND KNOWING: TOOLS IN THE HISTORY OF MATERIALS RESEARCH
Call Number: TB3/LB4
Introduction: This book offers a comprehensive sketch of the tools used in material research and the rich and diverse stories of how those tools came to be. We aim to give readers a sense of what tools materials researchers required in the late 20th century, and how those tools were developed and became accessible.
Title: Precision Machining Technology
Call Number: TG502.13/LH1-3
Introduction: Packed with detailed examples and illustrations, this book is your ideal introduction to today's machine tool industry, equipping you with a solid understanding of fundamental and intermediate machining skills. The text is now fully integrated with MindTap--an online, highly personalized learning resource -- so you can enjoy an interactive and engaging experience. Aligned with the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Machining Level I Standard, the text can help you achieve NIMS credentials.
Title: Principles Of Neurobiology
Call Number: R338/LL3-2
Introduction: This book presents the major concepts of neuroscience with an emphasis on how we know what we know. The text is organized around a series of key experiments to illustrate how scientific progress is made and helps upper-level undergraduate and graduate students discover the relevant primary literature. Written by a single author in a clear and consistent writing style, each topic builds in complexity from electrophysiology to molecular genetics to systems level in a highly integrative approach.
Title: Smart polymer nanocomposites : biomedical and environmental applications
Call Number: TB381/LS16
Introduction: The book presents the latest information on smart polymers and their promising application in various fields, including their role in delivery systems for drugs, tissue engineering scaffolds, cell culture sports, bioseparation, and sensors or actuator systems.