With physical properties that often may not be described by thetransposition of physical laws from 3D space across to 2D or even1D space, low-dimensional solids exhibit a high degree ofanisotropy in the spatial distribution of their chemical bonds.This means that they can demonstrate new phenomena such ascharge-density waves and can display nanoparticulate (0D), fibrous(1D) and lamellar (2D) morphologies.This text presents some of the most recent researchinto the synthesis and properties of these solids and covers:* Metal Oxide Nanoparticles* Inorganic Nanotubes and Nanowires* Biomedical Applications of Layered Double Hydroxides* Carbon Nanotubes and Related Structures* Superconducting BoridesIntroducing topics such as novel layered superconductors,inorganic-DNA delivery systems and the chemistry and physics ofinorganic nanotubes and nanosheets, this book discusses some of themost exciting concepts in this developing field.Additional volumes in the Inorganic Materials BookSeries:Molecular MaterialsFunctional OxidesPorous MaterialsEnergy MaterialsAll volumes are sold individually or as comprehensive 5Volume Set.