“...a much needed addition tot he vast literature on materials science...pharmaceutical scientists will find it a most welcome addition to their library...written by several outstanding contributors...the book is well integrated, complete, and especially balanced...Highly recommended!” (Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 20, No. 12, December 2003)

"...useful to the materials scientist as a starting point for a huge number of characterization techniques..." (Polymer News)

"...an outstanding sourcebook...with numerous references...and excellent descriptions...this reference book is an excellent source for practical materials research measurement techniques." (IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine, Vol. 19, No. 4, July-August 2003)

"Overall the set contains important and concise descriptions of techniques that are otherwise very difficult to find…Highly recommended..." (Choice, September 2003)