Soft Matter Physics (Oxford University Press, 2013) is a seminal textbook written by , one of the most distinguished theoretical physicists in the field of soft matter. While many books focus on the chemistry or biological aspects of soft materials, Doi’s approach is distinctly physics-based, emphasizing the fundamental principles of statistical mechanics, hydrodynamics, and continuum mechanics.
Doi's work emphasizes several critical physical frameworks used to analyze soft matter:
(Oxford University Press), which includes the preface and introductory material defining the field.
Masao Doi has a unique gift for taking the chaotic, "soft" world of polymers and gels and applying a rigorous physical framework to it. Whether you are a student preparing for an exam or a researcher modeling a complex fluid, his writings are indispensable.
The "story" of Masao Doi’s Soft Matter Physics is a journey from the messy, everyday materials we touch to the rigorous mathematical laws that govern them.
Whether it’s the gel in your hair, the liquid crystal in your smartphone, or the rubber in your tires, soft matter