Categories

Characterization

Methods and analysis of nanoscale materials properties.
ex: Scanning Probe Microscopy, Raman Spectroscopy, Electron Microscopy

Fabrication

Methods of preparation, synthesis, or production of nanoscale materials.
ex: Self-Assembly, Chemical Vapor Deposition, Lithography

Nanobiology

Nanoscale science and technology with biological applications.
ex: DNA & proteins, Drug Delivery, Sensors, Toxicity, Disease Treatments, Biomakers

Education

Research and development of nanoscale science and engineering curriculum and teaching methods.
ex: Learning Progressions & Trajectories, Teaching Enactment, Evaluation

Physical Properties

Characteristics and behavior of materials on the nanoscale.
ex: Coulomb Blockade, Quantum Confinement, Optical

Nanostructured Materials

Materials engineered on the nanoscale.
ex: Quantum Dots, Composites, Nanowires, Molecules

Device Physics & Applications

Nanoscale devices, device properties and applications.
ex: Photonics, Memory, Catalysis, Coatings, Spintronics

Theoretical Studies

Models and studies of nanoscale materials, devices and effects.
ex: Cellular Models, Structural Analysis, Simulations

Society

The interaction of nanoscience and technology and the general public.
ex: Long-term implications, Safety, Everyday Use, Business