1. Solubility parameters - an introduction -- 2. Theory - the prigogine corresponding states theory, [chi]12 interaction parameter, and hansen solubility parameters -- 3. Statistical thermodynamic calculations of the hydrogen bonding, dipolar, and dispersion solubility parameters -- 4. The Hansen solubility parameters (HSP) in thermodynamic models for polymer solutions -- 5. Methods of characterization - polymers -- 6. Methods of characterization - surfaces -- 7. Methods of characterization for pigments, fillers, and fibers -- 8. Applications - coatings and other filled polymer systems -- 9. Hansen solubility parameters of asphalt, bitumen, and crude oils -- 10. Determination of Hansen solubility parameter values for carbon dioxide -- 11. Use of Hansen solubility parameters to identify cleaning applications for "designer" solvents -- 12. Applications - chemical resistance -- 13. Applications - barrier polymers -- 14. Applications - environmental stress cracking in polymers -- 15. Hansen solubility parameters - biological materials -- 16. Absorption and diffusion in polymers -- 17. Applications - safety and environment -- 18. The future.