Johannes Karl Fink is Professor of Macromolecular Chemistry at Montanuniversität Leoben, Austria. His industry and academic career spans more than 30 years in the fields of polymers, and his research interests include characterization, flame retardancy, thermodynamics and the degradation of polymers, pyrolysis, and adhesives. Professor Fink has published 12 books on physical chemistry and polymer science with Wiley-Scrivener including A Concise Introduction to Additives for Thermoplastic Polymers, Polymeric Sensors and Actuators, The Chemistry of Biobased Polymers and Materials, Chemicals and Methods for Dental Applications.