One dimensional nanostructures : principles and applications This book consolidates a wealth of current and complex information regarding one dimensional nanostructures into one volume for practicing chemists physicists materials scientists and engineers in industry and academia. One dimensional nanostructures are not only in the forefront of the hottest fundamental materials research but they are also becoming part of our daily lives. 69 experts from around the world provide in depth chapters on their specific areas of expertise coving all important applications such as: photodetectors gas sensors biosensors chemical sensors field emitters lasers lithium ion batteries supercapacitors light emitting diodes (LED) photovoltaics nanogenerators thermoelectrics piezoelectrics and field effect transistors