Resource Key
LEVEL 1
brief, basic information laid out in an easy-to-read format. May use informal language. (Includes most news articles)
LEVEL 2
provides additional background information and further reading. Introduces some subject-specific language.
LEVEL 3
lengthy, detailed information. Frequently uses technical/subject-specific language. (Includes most analytical articles)
Introduction
Nanotechnology in science, engineering, and technology is conducted at the nanoscale, which includes sizes from about 1 to 100nm. The ideas and concepts behind nanoscience and nanotechnology started with a talk by physicist Richard Feynman in 1959, long before the term nanotechnology was used. In his talk, Feynman described a process in which scientists would be able to manipulate and control individual atoms and molecules. Over a decade later, in his explorations of ultraprecision machining, Professor Norio Taniguchi coined the term nanotechnology.
Nanotechnology can be used across a number of Science fields, such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Materials Science, and Engineering. In this assignment you will concentrate on the chemical side of nanotechnology – nanochemistry.
Overview
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Lemonick, M. D. (2000). Will tiny robots build diamonds one atom at a time? Time, 155(25), 94.
Scroll down to 'What is nanotechnology' heading. Discusses the development and applications of nanotechnology. -
United States National Nanotechnology Initiative. (n.d.). What it is and how it works. Retrieved from http://www.nano.gov/nanotech-101/what
This website covers the basics of nanotechnology, it's applications, and ethical, legal and societal issues. -
Nanotechnology: Untold promise, unknown risk. (2007). Consumer Reports, 72(7), 40-45.
The article discusses advancements in the area of nanotechnology and the impact of nanotechnology on human health and ecology. The article discusses the use of nanotechnology in cosmetics, alternative energy vehicles, and wastewater treatment. Carbon nanotubes are also discussed.
Nanotechnology
Isdale, A., Hastie, S., Henderson, F., Lass, D., & Woodley, K. (Producers). (2011). Nanotechnology [Television series episode]. In S. Waller (Producer), Scope. Pyrmont, N.S.W.: Network Ten.
Rees, R. (Producer). (2007). Nanotechnology: An introduction [Television broadcast]. Blackburn, Vic.: Rees Films.
