Nanotechnology Definition and 163 Threads

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    Problem related to nanotechnology

    1. In a quantum dot nanostructure having aside of 10 nm has donor concentration 1018 cm-3 . Calculate conduction electron contentin the quantum-dot. Also calculate the electron content in it if the concentration is1014 . 2. Consider the bulk crystal of GaAs with an electron effective mass...
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    I want to go into the field of nanotechnology. I know you need a

    I want to go into the field of nanotechnology. I know you need a physics degree but what else do you need? Also why are why not is this a good field to go into
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    What are the differences between studying astronomy and nanotechnology?

    Hello! I'm going to apply for a bachelor in a year. I haven't decided what I want to major in, but my top choices are astronomy (astrophysics) and nanotechnology (the course is called "Nanotechology, energy and materials"). I myself am more interested in the universe, space etc. I was almost...
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    UW Nanotechnology Grad School Prospects

    Hi all, The first few paragraphs are background about me. If you don’t want to read this, please skip it and answer my questions at the bottom. I’m a nanotechnology engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Over the past two years of my studies (I’ve finished 2B,) I’ve found that...
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    Topic suggestions: Spacial coherence in Nanotechnology.

    Hi I have to give a 10 minute presentation for a course. The topic is 'Spatial Coherence' and should, ideally, be related to my research. My research field is, in broad terms, surface nanotechnology. However, in specifics I use scanning probe microscopy, which is non-optical or electron wave...
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    Nanoengineering at Waterloo, Toronto, and McMaster - Nanotechnology

    What is the difference between the nanoengineering programs at the University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, and McMaster University? According to their websites, in first year, only the UofT curriculum includes computer programming and biology. Both McMaster and UofT include...
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    How Do Mechanical Engineers Contribute to Robotics and Nanotechnology?

    Hi I just have some questions. Can a mechanical engineer get into the nano tech industry? If so, what do they do? Also for robotics how important are mechanical eningeers? What do they bring to the table and could you give some examples for what and how they do it. Also examples for the...
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    Courses Which course should I do to study advanced nanotechnology?

    Which course should I do to study "advanced" nanotechnology? Hi, By "advanced" I mean futuristic concepts like nanorobotics, micro/nano electromechanical systems, programmable matter, metamaterials, etc.. Right now I am studying nanotechnology as part of the BSc (Uni of Western Australia)...
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    Nanotechnology transfer to Mathematical Physics at Waterloo?

    I am going into first year Nanotechnology Engineering at Waterloo and I am thinking of transferring to Mathematical Physics in second year. Mathematical Physics starts in second year, but there are required courses from first year Applied Mathematics. I have been told by faculty members at...
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    Recommended Nanotechnology Reading for Sixth Form Students | Expert Suggestions

    Hi all, Just wondering if any of you can recommend some further reading for a Sixth Form student who has just finished the (aptly named) "Nanotechnology for Dummies"? Found it too off subject as far as the scientific processes were concerned and too focussed on the business/industry side. Do...
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    Nanotechnology: scales of tools and objects

    Homework Statement What is the relationship of the scale of the tool and the scale of the object? Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution This refers to nanotechnology. But I'm confused when they state the scale of the tool and the scale of the object. Therefore, would the...
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    Prospective returning student; nanotechnology?

    I graduated 5 years ago in Computer Engineering (branch of EE at my school, much in common) and have been working as a software engineer. It's mostly enjoyable/tolerable but I just don't find it intellectually stimulating and satisfying enough, and I don't see a career in this field advancing...
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    Questions About Nanotechnology: Bachelor/Master Programs & More

    HI I'm a member Actually I'm curious about nano technology/nano engineering but don't much about it, and want to ask a few questions. First, what subject should I prepare for taking nanotechnology? Second what university offers nanotechnology for Bachelor/Master programme? I prefer in Asia...
  14. Jonnyb42

    Should I Choose Nanotechnology or Physics?

    I absolutely love physics, and I absolutely love engineering. The engineering field I would choose if I do engineering will be molecular engineering/nanotechnology, because I think its awesome, and it is going to be a very powerful technology in the near future. (If I chose physics, I would like...
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    Molecular Manufacturing feedstock- nanotechnology

    From what I understand of nanotechnology, a lot of it is based around assembling individual molecules one by one to make superior materials such as graphene and nanotubes. If this is correct, will most materials be made out of carbon in the future (assuming that they are manufactured with...
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    Physics Is Nanotechnology the Future of Physics Careers?

    Like most undergraduates in physics, I'm passionate about what I study and very much would like to have a career as a physicist. However, while I don't mind being poor, I don't want to have to struggle to get hired. I'm also really interested in theoretical work, but I have been admonished that...
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    Engineering What Can I Do with a Degree in Nanotechnology Engineering?

    I am a student currently studying nanotechnology engineering and I have started to become concerned as to what I am actually going to do with my degree. As odd as this may sound I would like to become a licensed engineer and based on my past work experience can't really see myself being an...
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    Courses Which course should I take? (For a job in nanotechnology)

    I would love to take have a job in nanotechnology (mainly because it’s an interdisciplinary field). I was considering doing dual degrees, either; - science/ biomedicine - biotechnology/ engineering Which would be the better course? Or is there courses better suited for nanotech? Also, is...
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    Nanotechnology Paper: Exploring Latest Projects

    Hello there. I am not sure if this is the right place to post but anyway... I was asked to make a paper for my solid state course concerning one of the following subjects : 1) Nanotechnology 2) Organic Electronics 3) Organic Semiconductors 4) Spintronics I am not sure which one i...
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    Studying Good uniiversities for studying nanotechnology?

    I want to go to USA or Canada for exchange, but where can I study nanotechnology?
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    Where are the Best Destinations for Nanotechnology Excursions Outside Europe?

    Hi I'm member of a group planning an excursion for nanotechnology students, preferably outside Europe. The trip will last three weeks, including five days with content relevant to micro or nanotechnology. Japan is an obvious alternative, the same is the US (maybe California or NY?), but are...
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    Careers in Nanotechnology: Where to begin

    1. After having done some research into which undergraduate degrees (of personal interest) would be most aptly suited to a future career in nanotechnology I have arrived upon the following majors: -CE -NE -Engineering Physics -Materials Science -Physics a. I would like to know what...
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    Careers in Nanotechnology: Where to begin

    1. After having done some research into which undergraduate degrees (of personal interest) would be most aptly suited to a future career in nanotechnology I have arrived upon the following majors: -CE -NE -Engineering Physics -Materials Science -Physics a. I would like to know what...
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    What is Nanotechnology?

    What exactly is Nanotechnology?
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    What Are the Alternatives to Nanotechnology?

    Hi, I am writing an essay on (the possible risks of) nanotechnology, and one of the assignments is to analyze the alternative techniques available. I honestly can't think of any..?! I suppose I could write about the different techniques nanotechnology improves or replaces, but there are so...
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    Bachelors in physics enough for nanotechnology

    I was wondering what undergraduate work one should complete if they wanted to go into this field. Would a bachelors in physics be good enough to pave the way for graduate work regarding this? Thanks!
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    What is the Best Major(s) to prepare me for nanotechnology in grad school?

    Since I am about to start college, and I already know I want to go to grad school for nanotechnology, and I was wondering which major(s) I should take in college. I want to use nanoscience to fight diseases and cancers, and hopefully to stop genetic disorders. Initially I wanted to go into...
  28. Loren Booda

    Defending Against Nanotech Murder: Is It a Realistic Threat?

    Might it be possible? Speculation: a fly-sized robot injects a polonium into an unsuspecting victim. How can we defend against such attacks? What other fronts must we protect from nanotechnology - a replicating mechanical virus?
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    Hypothetical Nanotechnology Question

    A couple of questions in the context of constructing nuclear weapons: Would it be feasible to refine uranium nanotechnologically? It seems to me that a large number of nano-scale robots or other machines could directly, mechanically sort the atoms of uranium ore (or any other source) - the...
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    What Electric Field is Needed to Ionize Neon at Atmospheric Pressure?

    What is a first order approzimation for the electric field to ionize neon? (ioniztion energy 22eV) at atmospheric pressure? Hint: The probability of collision of the electron with the gas molecule is called electron mean free path. The mean free path of the electron at atmospheric pressure in...
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    Nanotechnology for Curing Cancer Inquiry

    I have always wanted to cure cancers and diseases since my mother had breast cancer a while back, and through my love of science and Engineering-robotics(I was looking at ME to get into robotics at first) I came across nanotechnology. Since I want to use nanomachines to work towards cures and...
  32. larkspur

    Medical Nanotechnology and medicine is fascinating

    I find nanotechnology and medicine fascinating. I read this article today and thought I would pass it along. http://www.revophth.com/index.asp?page=1_13901.htm"
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    Is it possible to transfer to nanotechnology from physical sciences at waterloo?

    I'm still in gr.12 and going to UW next year. Just curious if anyone has an answer to my question. Thanks. Oh by the way, I'll be taking physics, math, chemistry and biology during my 1st year.
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    Which Undergraduate Path Best Prepares for a Career in Nanotechnology?

    I'm interested in going into the field of Nanotechnology, and after speaking to a professor from McGill university, he told me that getting a degree in EE with a minor in physics would be one of the best foundations for grad work in nanotech. Now, the thing is that McGill doesn't actually offer...
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    Career in nanotechnology? What should I major in?

    I'm really interested in entering the field of nanotechnology in the future. I'm currently a senior in the process of college application, and I know I won't be touching nanotech until I'm in graduate school. I need advice on the specific major that I need to be in in order to work in nanotech...
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    Researching Scaling Laws for Nanotechnology

    Does anyone know of any particularly good texts on scaling laws? I'm doing some research into nanotechnology, and I'd like some valuable references. If you're unfamiliar, scaling laws are just like they sound: mathematical relationships describing, as one application, mechanical concepts as...
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    Will nanotechnology replace modern Engineering disciplines?

    Well this is coming from someone with limited knowledge about nanotechnology, although from what I've seen, heard, read, it seems like it provides a lot of small solutions? And when i say modern Engineering disciplines, i mean areas like electronics/electrical, mechanical, maybe civil? I've read...
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    What are some potential career paths for a nanotechnology engineering major?

    Hi, I'm a high school student thinking about going to Engineering. I don't know which engineering field to choose, but I eventually chose nanotechnology engineering, partly because It is a new field since I thought about it the most. I plan to get an MBA afterwards to get into management...
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    Info in nanotechnology, optical tweezers

    hi do anyone of you know optical tweezers... these are used in manipulating nanoparticles... any of u if ur working or familiar in nanotechnology or optical tweezers.. it would greatly help me... please reply thanks in advance
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    Could medieval swords have had a secret nanotech ingredient?

    In my recent thread, "PF'ers against bad science in journalism", Gokul made a cuutting remark about colloidal silver being labeled a "nanotech" product: I ran into a fascinating follow-up; a recent Nature paper finds that the medieval Damascus blades, whose construction remains a mystery...
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    Unravelling the Connection between Nanotechnology and Materials Technology

    can anybody tell me whether nanotechnology is related to materials technology or not?
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    How Does Nanotechnology Work?

    Hi, I am doing a presentation on nanotechnology and i don't know what the physics of nanotechnology! can someone find me the basics of nanotechnology physics and how it works and everything pleasezZz. And i don't want a site saying "nano is 1 billiont of a meter" because i already know what...
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    Which Majors Can Lead to Expertise in Nanotechnology?

    What kinds of engineering or science do I have to major in for becoming a expert in Nanotechnology?
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    Is there or has there been a board or thread discussing Nanotechnology.

    :cool: Hey ya'll, I was wondering, if there anyone has discussed topics dealing with nanotechnology. For instance, what are the latests developments, how far has the cutting edge advanced, aside from sensors is there reasearchlooking into programable nanobots, what sorts of materials...
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    Programs Engineering major and Nanotechnology

    Hi, I am a freshmen engineering student. I want to be a professional engineering in Nanotechnology field. What kind of engineering do I have to pursue for this technology? And what do you think of the future of this technology?
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    Nanotechnology and Quantum Computing

    Where do these fields overlap (if at all) and where do they differ? If one was doing Nanotechnology at the graduate level with a BSc in physics behind them, what kinds of courses would one be taking? What about for Quantum Computing?
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    Good book covering the field of nanotechnology

    could anybody please suggest a good book covering the field of nanotechnology starting from the elementary ideas upto the present developments. THANKS.
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    What is the potential danger of nanotechnology?

    I have to pick a topic for a persuasive research paper, and I am quite interested in the nanoteachnology area. I know we have a lot of benefits from the nanoteahnology. But does it have any potential disadvantage or harm due to our society? such as in the biomedical or other area... PS..i am...
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    Schools Schools in Canada that offer Nanotechnology as a grad program?

    What are the schools in Canada that offer something in Nanotechnology as a grad program? What about the US?
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    Schools Grad schools, nanotechnology, canada vs. us, and more

    About me: I want to work in nanotechnology. For this, I'm currently an undergraduate at the University of Toronto in Engineering Science, Nanoengineering Option. I've finished 2 years so far, and I have 2 left as an undergraduate. The way things are currently going with nanotechnology, any...
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