This manuscript was made possible by the exceptional support provided by
INSA (Institut National des Sciences Appliquees) Toulouse, the
University of New Mexico and the University of Cincinnati College of
Engineering. The authors, as listed in this book, took the time to
prepare excellent manuscripts focusing on scientific and technical areas
relevant to emerging environmental issues. These manuscripts were
rigorously reviewed and refereed by scientists and engineers before
inclusion in this book. An introductory chapter was prepared to
summarize and integrate technical issues covered and the last chapter
was written to present policy perspectives. The editors are most
grateful to the contributors, sponsor organizations, and many colleagues
who were kind enough to assist us in making this manuscript possible.
Background information about the editors, principal authors and other
contributor: s to this manuscript follows. Editors Professor Dr. Ravi K.
Jain Associate Dean for Research and International Engineering College
of Engineering University of Cincinnati Mail Location 0018 Cincinnati OH
45221-0018 U.S.A