Early Developments in Radiation Chemistry

In this unique book the history of radiation chemistry is told by its founders and pioneers, who describe the birth and growth of this fascinating science in various countries and laboratories throughout the world. It is written by a wide circle of distinguished radiation chemists and provides information on numerous areas within radiation chemistry, with extensive reference list."Early Developments in Radiation Chemistry" forms an historical document which is vividly painted, with each chapter presenting an independent, individual contribution reflecting the personality of the author, including his opinions, views and personal evaluation of the most important events and discoveries in the field.The book bridges the gap between the beginnings of radiation chemistry and contemporary research, and is a must for radiation physicists, radiobiologists, photochemists, post graduate students, science historians, and university and scientific libraries.