Nanotechnology A Gentle Introduction to the Next Big Idea

Name: Nanotechnology A Gentle Introduction to the Next Big Idea
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ISBN: 9780131014008

ISBN-10: 0131014005

ISBN-13: 9780131014008

Edition: 2003

Authors: Mark Ratner, Daniel Ratner, Rainer Waser

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This book is the technical and business overview of tomorrow's scientific breakthrough. The authors survey the scientific research and business aspects of the field, try to explain the key concepts, provide a look at current developments, and give some thoughts on where nanotechnology is likely to go in the next few years. The book will be approachable and witty, with lots of illustrations and examples. The focus of the book is on science and technology, but business is discussed as well. The growing interest in nanotechnology by the investment community and the federal dollars going into nanotechnology are explained. Ratner and Ratner go on to explain why the National Science Foundation…

Book details

List price: $44.99
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 11/8/2002
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 208
Size: 5.75" wide x 8.75" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.968
Language: English



Preface



Introducing Nano


Why Do I Care About Nano?


Who Should Read This Book?


What Is Nano?


A Definition


A Note on Measures



Size Matters


A Different Kind of Small


Some Nano Challenges



Interlude One-The Fundamental Science Behind Nanotechnology


Electrons


Atoms and Ions


Molecules


Metals


Other Materials


Biosystems


Molecular Recognition


Electrical Conduction and Ohm's Law


Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Ideas


Optics



Interlude Two: Tools of the Nanosciences


Tools for Measuring Nanostructures


Scanning Probe Instruments


Spectroscopy


Electrochemistry


Electron Microscopy


Tools to Make Nanostructures


The Return of Scanning Probe Instruments


Nanoscale Lithography


Dip Pen Nanolithography


E-Beam Lithography


Nanosphere Liftoff Lithography


Molecular Synthesis


Self-Assembly


Nanoscale Crystal Growth


Polymerization


Nanobricks and Building Blocks


Tools to Imagine Nanoscale Behaviors


NanoCAD



Points and Places of Interest: The Grand Tour


Smart Materials


Sensors


Nanoscale Biostructures


Energy Capture, Transformation, and Storage


Optics


Magnets


Fabrication


Electronics


Electronics Again


Modeling



Smart Materials


Self-Healing Structures


Recognition


Separation


Catalysts


Heterogeneous Nanostructures and Composites


Encapsulation


Consumer Goods



Sensors


Natural Nanoscale Sensors


Electromagnetic Sensors


Biosensors


Electronic Noses



Biomedical Applications


Drugs


Drug Delivery


Photodynamic Therapy


Molecular Motors


Neuro-Electronic Interfaces


Protein Engineering


Shedding New Light on Cells: NanoLuminescent Tags



Optics and Electronics


Light Energy, Its Capture, and Photovoltaics


Light Production


Light Transmission


Light Control and Manipulation


Electronics


Carbon Nanotubes


Soft Molecule Electronics


Memories


Gates and Switches


Architectures



Nanobusiness


Boom, Bust, and Nanotechnology: The Next Industrial Revolution?


Nanobusiness Today


High Tech, Bio Tech, Nanotech


The Investment Landscape


Other Dot Com Lessons



Nanotechnology and You


Nanotechnology: Here and Now


Nano Ethics: Looking Beyond the Promise of Nanotechnology


A Some Good Nano


Resources


Glossary


Index


About the Authors