Description
Book SynopsisThe world of nanotechnology is ever changing and evolving; this fun and friendly guide demystifies the topic for anyone interested in how molecule-sized machines and processes affect our everyday lives. The authors begin with explaining the background of nanotechnology and then examine industries that are affected by this technology.
Table of ContentsForeword xxi Introduction 1
Part I: Nanotechnology Basics 5
Chapter 1: Introduction to Nanotechnology Concepts 7
Chapter 2: Who’s Doing What? 19
Chapter 3: Building Blocks: Nanomaterials 37
Chapter 4: Nano Tools 59
Chapter 5: Putting Nanotechnology to Work 77
Part II: Nano Applications 93
Chapter 6: Nanoscale Electronics 95
Chapter 7: Nanotechnology in Your House and Car 113
Chapter 8: When Nano Gets Personal 133
Chapter 9: Changing the Way We Do Medicine 159
Chapter 10: Saving Energy with Nano 181
Chapter 11: Improving the Environment 197
Chapter 12: Star Wars: Nano in Space and Defense 213
Part III: Nanotechnology and People 229
Chapter 13: Nano Ethics, Safety, and Regulations 231
Chapter 14: Making Nano Work for You: Education and Careers 245
Part IV: The Part of Tens 259
Chapter 15: Top Ten Nano Web Sites 261
Chapter 16: Ten Nano Universities 273
Chapter 17: Ten Interesting Nano Research Labs 287
Glossary 307
Index 313
