"Nanomaterials describe, in principle, materials of which a single unit is sized (in at least one dimension) between 1 and 100 nm."
Materials with dimensions on the nanometer scale, which exhibit unique properties due to their small size.
Introduction to Nanomaterials: Understanding the basic principles of nanotechnology, the differences between bulk materials and nanomaterials, and the applications of nanomaterials in various fields.
Synthesis and Characterization of Nanomaterials: Exploring different methods of nanomaterial synthesis and how to characterize the physical and chemical properties of nanomaterials.
Structure and Properties of Nanomaterials: Understanding the effect of size, shape, and composition on the physical and chemical properties of nanomaterials.
Nanoparticle Toxicity: Examining the potential health and environmental impacts of nanomaterials, and how to mitigate potential risks.
Semiconductor Nanomaterials: Understanding the synthesis, properties and applications of semiconductor nanomaterials, including quantum dots, nanowires, and nanotubes.
Metallic Nanomaterials: Exploring the synthesis, properties and applications of metallic nanomaterials, including nanoparticles, nanorods, and nanowires.
Magnetic Nanomaterials: Understanding the synthesis, properties and applications of magnetic nanomaterials, including magnetic nanoparticles, quantum dots, and nanowires.
Carbon Nanomaterials: Examining the synthesis, properties and applications of carbon-based nanomaterials, including graphene, carbon nanotubes, and fullerene.
Bio-Nanomaterials: Understanding the synthesis, properties and applications of biological nanomaterials, including DNA nanotechnology, protein engineering, and biosensors.
Energy and Environment: Examining the role of nanomaterials in energy conversion and storage, as well as their applications in environmental remediation and pollution control.
Advanced Characterization Techniques: Exploring advanced analytical techniques such as scanning and transmission electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy, and atomic force microscopy.
Nanocatalysis: Understanding the role of nanomaterials in catalysis, including heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis, and the design of new catalysts for specific applications.
Surface Science of Nanomaterials: Examining the surface chemistry and physics of nanomaterials, including surface adsorption, surface properties, and catalytic reactions on surfaces.
Nanobiotechnology: Understanding the integration of nanotechnology and biotechnology, including the design of biosensors, biomaterials, and drug delivery systems.
Nanoscale Devices: Exploring the development of nanoscale electronic and optoelectronic devices, including nanowire transistors, quantum dot solar cells, and nanolasers.
Metal-based nanomaterials: These are nanomaterials that are composed of a single metal or a combination of metals. Examples include gold, silver, platinum, and iron nanoparticles.
Metal oxide nanomaterials: These are nanomaterials that are composed of a metal and oxygen. Examples include titanium dioxide, iron oxide, and zinc oxide nanoparticles.
Carbon-based nanomaterials: These are nanomaterials that are composed of carbon atoms. Examples include carbon nanotubes, graphene, and fullerenes.
Semiconductor nanomaterials: These are nanomaterials that have semiconductor properties, such as the ability to conduct electricity. Examples include silicon nanoparticles, cadmium sulfide nanoparticles, and quantum dots.
Magnetic nanomaterials: These are nanomaterials that exhibit magnetic properties. Examples include iron oxide nanoparticles and cobalt nanoparticles.
Ceramic nanomaterials: These are nanomaterials that are composed of ceramic materials, such as aluminum nitride, titanium carbide, and zirconium dioxide nanoparticles.
Polymer-based nanomaterials: These are nanomaterials that are composed of polymers, such as polystyrene nanoparticles and polyethylene glycol nanoparticles.
Composite nanomaterials: These are nanomaterials that are composed of a mixture of different materials, such as a combination of metal and polymer nanoparticles.
"Nanomaterials research takes a materials science-based approach to nanotechnology."
"Nanomaterials research leverages advances in materials metrology and synthesis which have been developed in support of microfabrication research."
"Materials with structure at the nanoscale often have unique optical, electronic, thermo-physical or mechanical properties."
"Nanomaterials are slowly becoming commercialized and beginning to emerge as commodities."
"A single unit of a nanomaterial is sized (in at least one dimension) between 1 and 100 nm."
"Nanomaterials research takes a materials science-based approach to nanotechnology."
"Advances in materials metrology and synthesis have been developed in support of microfabrication research."
"Nanoscale materials often have unique optical, electronic, thermo-physical or mechanical properties."
"Nanomaterials are slowly becoming commercialized and beginning to emerge as commodities."
"A single unit of a nanomaterial is sized (in at least one dimension) between 1 and 100 nm."
"Nanomaterials research takes a materials science-based approach to nanotechnology."
"Advances in materials metrology have been developed in support of microfabrication research."
"Nanoscale materials often have unique optical, electronic, thermo-physical or mechanical properties."
"Nanomaterials are slowly becoming commercialized and beginning to emerge as commodities."
"A single unit of a nanomaterial is sized (in at least one dimension) between 1 and 100 nm."
"Nanomaterials research takes a materials science-based approach to nanotechnology."
"Advances in materials metrology and synthesis have been developed in support of microfabrication research."
"Nanoscale materials often have unique optical, electronic, thermo-physical or mechanical properties."
"Nanomaterials are slowly becoming commercialized and beginning to emerge as commodities."