The Nanotech Pioneers

Author : Steven A. Edwards
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 3527612092
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Nanotech Pioneers written by Steven A. Edwards and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-01-08 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hype, hope, or horror? A vivid look at nanotechnology, written by an insider and experienced science writer. The variety of new products and technologies that will spin out of nanoscience is limited only by the imagination of the scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs drawn to this new field. Steve Edwards concentrates on the reader's self interest: no military gadgets, wild fantasies of horror nanobot predators and other sci-fi stuff, but presents a realistic view of how this new field of technology will affect people in the near future. He is in close contact with many pioneers in nanotechnology, and includes their backgrounds to allow readers, especially college students considering a career in the field, to better imagine themselves in such positions. However, technology does not develop in a vacuum, and this book also looks at the social, political and economic changes attendant upon the development of nanotechnology. For the science-interested general public as well as chemists, students, lecturers, chemical organizations, materials scientists, journalists, politicians, industry, physicists, and biologists.

Author : Sonia Contera
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 0691206449
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nano Comes to Life written by Sonia Contera and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Increasingly, scientists are gaining control over matter at the nanometer scale. Spearheaded by physical scientists operating at the interfaces of physics and biology (such as the author herself), advances in nanoscience and technology are transforming how we think about life and treat human health. This is due to a convergence of size. To do medicine, one must understand and be able to reach the nanoscale environment of healthy cells in tissues and organs, as well as other nano-sized building blocks that constitute a living organism, such as proteins and DNA. The ground-breaking advances being made at the frontiers of nanoscience and -technology, specifically in the areas of biology and medicine, are the subject of this short, popular-level book. Chapter 1 describes how nanotechnology and quantitative methods in biology are progressively being deployed to embrace life in all its multiscale, hierarchical intricacy and multiplicity. Chapters 2 through 4 review how bioinspired and biomimetic nanostructures and nanomachines are being created and integrated into strategies aimed at solving specific medical problems. In particular, Chapter 2 summarizes how scientists are seeking to build artificial nanostructures using both biological molecules and the organizational principles of biology. Chapter 3 gives an account of how nanotechnology is being used to develop drug-delivery strategies that specifically target cancer cells and tumors to improve the efficacy of current cancer chemotherapies. Chapter 4 reviews the science of one of the most potentially transformative scientific fields: tissue engineering. In a concluding chapter (Chapter 5), Contera reviews how nanotechnology, biology, and medicine will continue fusing with other sciences and technologies - incorporating more mathematical and computational modelling, as well as AI and robotics. Nanoscale devices will be used to learn biology; and biology will be used to inspire increasingly sophisticated "transmaterial" devices that mimic some of the characteristics of biology and incorporate new features that are not available in the biological world. The effects on human health and longevity will be profound. In a more personal epilogue, Contera describes the crossroads at which we find ourselves. Accessing our own biology evokes a mixture of possibility and dread. However, Contera maintains that we can create a positive transmaterial world for the benefit of humankind, and she describes ways in which scientists are proactively engaging with the public, politicians, industry, and entrepreneurs, as well as the media and the arts, to communicate the power and risks of new advances and to influence the ways in which new technologies will affect our future"--

Author : David M. Berube
Publisher : Prometheus Books
ISBN 13 : 1615922369
Total Pages : 521 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nano-Hype written by David M. Berube and published by Prometheus Books. This book was released on 2009-12-04 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nanotechnology, the science of molecular engineering at the atomic scale, has captured the popular imagination. From movies to TV series to video games, utopian fantasies and horror scenarios involving nanotechnology have become a staple of the entertainment industry. The hyperbole surrounding this new technology comes not only from the media but also from scientists who exaggerate the anticipated benefits of nanotechnology to justify research funding, as well as from environmentalists and globalization opponents, who sometimes indulge in doom-and-gloom prophecies to advance their own agendas. The result is widespread misinformation and an uninformed public.In an effort to set the record straight, professor of communication studies David M. Berube has written this thoroughly researched, accessible overview of nanotechnology in contemporary culture. He evaluates the claims and counterclaims about nanotechnology by a broad range of interested parties including government officials and bureaucrats, industry leaders and entrepreneurs, scientists, journalists, and other persons in the media. Berube appraises programs and grand initiatives here and abroad, and he examines the environmental concerns raised by opponents, as well as the government and private responses to these concerns. With so much argumentation on both sides, it is difficult for anyone to determine what is true. Nano-Hype provides up-to-date, objective information to inform the public.Based on over a decade of research and interviews with many of the movers and shakers in nanotechnology, this critical study will help the reader separate the realistic prospects from the hype surrounding this important cutting-edge technology.

Author : Madhuri Sharon
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119460581
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.89/5 ( download)

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Download or read book History of Nanotechnology written by Madhuri Sharon and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-03-07 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The scientific knowledge of nanoscience and nanotechnology is regarded to be a modern sciencethat evolved after Feynman’s concept was formulated in the 1950s. However, Faraday and other scientists in the 19th century showed the science behind the small and its relation to optical properties. And it is now accepted that knowledge of using nanoparticles prevailed during the medieval period as well. This book takes the readers on a fascinating journey writing the history of nanotechnology based on the evidence of existence from the prehistoric period right up to the contemporary times. Nature utilized nanotechnology during the origin and expansion of the universe and especially in the evolution of living beings on our planet. Early civilizations in different parts of globe fabricated and used materials without having perception of their actual size. This unique historical view systematically evaluates the development of various applications of nanotechnology through the ages and the science behind it. Some of the issues covered include: • How old is nanotechnology? • Pre-historic evidence of knowledge of nanotechnology • Nanotechnology in ancient India • Ayurvedic Bhasma as nanomedicine • Mayan’s knowledge of nanotechnology • Nanotechnology during the Roman empire and medieval period • European knowledge in the 19th century • Modern and contemporary history of nanotechnology This book is compilation of existence of scientific knowledge even of the people who existed before there were schools, universities and organized teaching. The author has scoured literature dating back to Mayan … as well as historical observations A systematic evaluation of development of various applications of nanotechnology and the science behind it is presented in this book under following headings -How old is Nanotechnology -Pre-historic Evidence of Knowledge of Nanotechnology -Nanotechnology in Ancient India -Ayurvedic Bhasma as Nanomedicine, its use prevails even today -Mayan’s Knowledge of Nanotechnology -Nanotechnologists Flourished During Roman Empire and medieval period -European Nano knowledge That Led to Faraday Understands of Gold Nanoparticles -Contemporary History of Nanotechnology

Author : David M. Berube
Publisher : Manas Publications
ISBN 13 : 9788170493099
Total Pages : 526 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nano-hype written by David M. Berube and published by Manas Publications. This book was released on 2008 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to help the public and private sectors understand nanotech buzz.

Author : Booksgeek
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nano Physics Book for Kids written by Booksgeek and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-06-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduce your young explorer to the captivating world of "Nanotechnology for Kids," the pioneering volume in the "Science of Tiny Things" series. This enchanting book invites children to a universe where the minuscule becomes magnificent and the infinitesimal, impactful. "Nanotechnology for Kids" distills complex scientific concepts into delightful, easy-to-understand narratives complemented by vibrant, high-quality illustrations. It's not just a book; it's an adventure into a realm smaller than an ant, where atoms, molecules, and nanoparticles dance the ballet of the cosmos. From the sticky feet of a gecko to the lustrous colors of butterfly wings, the applications of nanotechnology touch every corner of our lives. Each page of this book is a gateway to imagination and understanding, meticulously crafted to ignite curiosity and a lasting love for science in young minds. Topics range from the foundational principles of nanoscience and the inventions of nanotech pioneers to futuristic applications like space elevators and self-healing materials. Parents, if you're looking to spark a passion for the sciences and equip your child with knowledge of the next technological frontier, "Nanotechnology for Kids" is the perfect start. It's not only an educational resource but a colorful journey that makes the micro world accessible and thrilling. Be sure to follow the author's page for updates on forthcoming titles in this series, as "Nanotechnology for Kids" is just the beginning. Your child's journey into the science of tiny things awaits, full of potential discoveries and the tools to understand the future's technology. Let's shrink to the nano scale and explore the endless possibilities together!

Author : Daniel Ratner
Publisher : Prentice Hall Professional
ISBN 13 : 9780131453074
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nanotechnology and Homeland Security written by Daniel Ratner and published by Prentice Hall Professional. This book was released on 2004 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explaining how nanotechnology works and looking at recent advances and the future of the field, this book offers a simple, brief, almost math-free introduction for nonscientists.

Author : Rosen Publishing Group
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group
ISBN 13 : 9781404209909
Total Pages : 140 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Nanotech Revolution written by Rosen Publishing Group and published by The Rosen Publishing Group. This book was released on 2007 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the history, present status and possible future developments in nanotechnology.

Author : Pål Strandbakken
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1000368017
Total Pages : 220 pages
Book Rating : 4.17/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Consumers and Nanotechnology written by Pål Strandbakken and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021-06-29 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents findings from EU (and other) projects on the theme of science in society, focusing on nanotechnology and the potential for democratisation of science. It is based on hands-on studies of a set of deliberative processes analysed by the European Commission’s FP7 NANOPLAT project. With added material in the second edition, the book gives a unique insight into the development of deliberative processes on nanotechnology from the start in June 2004 in Denmark up to the present. The analysis is based on an observation of ‘generations’ of deliberations and it develops the third-generation deliberation, first theoretically and then gets to test it out empirically under the NanoDiode project. In addition, it presents a version of Callon’s ‘hybrid forum’, called HF 2.0, and compares this approach to the deliberations. In light of the RRI approaches, the new concluding chapter considers the potential for a more democratic science through public engagement.

Author : William A. Goddard III
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1439860165
Total Pages : 1075 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Nanoscience, Engineering, and Technology written by William A. Goddard III and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-09-03 with total page 1075 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his 1959 address, "There is Plenty of Room at the Bottom," Richard P. Feynman speculated about manipulating materials atom by atom and challenged the technical community "to find ways of manipulating and controlling things on a small scale." This visionary challenge has now become a reality, with recent advances enabling atomistic-level tailoring and control of materials. Exemplifying Feynman’s vision, Handbook of Nanoscience, Engineering, and Technology, Third Edition continues to explore innovative nanoscience, engineering, and technology areas. Along with updating all chapters, this third edition extends the coverage of emerging nano areas even further. Two entirely new sections on energy and biology cover nanomaterials for energy storage devices, photovoltaics, DNA devices and assembly, digital microfluidic lab-on-a-chip, and much more. This edition also includes new chapters on nanomagnet logic, quantum transport at the nanoscale, terahertz emission from Bloch oscillator systems, molecular logic, electronic optics in graphene, and electromagnetic metamaterials. With contributions from top scientists and researchers from around the globe, this color handbook presents a unified, up-to-date account of the most promising technologies and developments in the nano field. It sets the stage for the next revolution of nanoscale manufacturing—where scalable technologies are used to manufacture large numbers of devices with complex functionalities.