Click Chemistry for Biotechnology and Materials Science

Mimicking natural biochemical processes, click chemistry is a
modular approach to organic synthesis, joining together small
chemical units quickly, efficiently and predictably. In contrast to
complex traditional synthesis, click reactions offer high
selectivity and yields, near-perfect reliability and exceptional
tolerance towards a wide range of functional groups and reaction
conditions. These 'spring loaded' reactions are
achieved by using a high thermodynamic driving force, and are
attracting tremendous attention throughout the chemical community.
Originally introduced with the focus on drug discovery, the concept
has been successfully applied to materials science, polymer
chemistry and biotechnology.
The first book to consider this topic, Click Chemistry for
Biotechnology and Materials Science examines the fundamentals
of click chemistry, its application to the precise design and
synthesis of macromolecules, and its numerous applications in
materials science and biotechnology. The book surveys the
current research, discusses emerging trends and future
applications, and provides an important nucleation point for
research.
Edited by one of the top 100 young innovators with the greatest
potential to have an impact on technology in the 21st
century according to Technology Review and with contributions from
pioneers in the field, Click Chemistry for Biotechnology and
Materials Science provides an ideal reference for anyone
wanting to learn more about click reactions.