A Gentle Introduction to Nanotechnology and Nanoscience

By Mark Ratner

Northwestern University

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    Yudhajit Ray

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    The introduction to length scales in the lecture is very well done and user-friendly. It provides a clear definition of the term "nano" and effectively explains length scales in a way that is easy to understand even for those with no prior knowledge of the subject. The lecture also discusses the scientific, social, health-related, and economic importance of nanoscience with a good range of examples.

    Although the discussion on the nano-tip seemed somewhat disconnected from the "design scale of nature" theme, the lecture does a good job of addressing the design scale in the length scale discussion. Overall, the lecture strikes a good balance between providing enough information to pique the interest of someone excited about nanoscience without getting lost in the technical details of how things work.

    In conclusion, the lecture is an excellent starting point for someone who wants to learn more about nanoscience beyond the media hype. It provides a clear and concise introduction to the subject matter and successfully highlights the importance of nanoscience in various fields.

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    Akriti Verma

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    PC Henderson

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    A fine understandable introduction for the beginner.  Enjoyed it.

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    Anonymous

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    Not bad was good had some information, but was vague and dry!

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    Mario Cyril Pinto

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    Neil Silins

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    clear, concise, well presented to pretty much all audience levels.

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    Boon

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    That was one of the best presentations I have ever gone through so far. The presentation was supported by hardcore evidence and real time examples that gave me a brief picture what to expect in indulging further into the world of nanotechnology. I felt deeply inspired to delve deeper into the nanotechnology field and it feels like a new world awaits me soon. Good Job!!!

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    Wendy Sera

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    Alexander J. Gilpin

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    Absolutely perfect engagement. A presentation well done. My technologically impaired grandfather could smile and say something good about the sciences! Only quick-drying paint has managed to produce the same effect. Again, well done.

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    Kurt Birdwhistell

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    Ryan Mahoski

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    Impressive overview

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    Marion W. Blalock

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    This was quite interesting and even understandable to me, a humanities major.

    I am presently conducting a summer engineering workshop for mostly minority eighth graders and, if it is not a violation, I would like to share a good part of your lecture slides with the Parents when they come for the Parent Session later this week.

    Please advise (blalock@purdue.edu)

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    Piyush Bajaj

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    very neatly explained

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    Scott Warren

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    The introduction to length scales is very well done – it feels like it was written for someone completely unfamiliar with the subject matter (ie it\‘s friendly), and it does a good job of defining just what is meant by the word \“nano.\” Even though I\‘m comfortable with the length scales, having encountered them in prior class work, I still feel that I gained more familiarity from the discussion.

    I did feel that the nano-tip discussion didn\‘t tie in very well to the \“design scale of nature\” theme, but that\‘s not very problematic as the design scale was addressed in the length scale discussion.

    Overall, the examples do a great job of emphasizing the scientific, social, health-related, and economic importance of nanoscience. This lecture answers the what without getting lost in the how, and really does a good job of whetting the tongue of one who is excited about nanoscience to begin with (someone who logged into a site called nanohub, for example). I think it is a perfect first lecture for one wanting to know something beyond the media hype about nanoscience.

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    Mark Lundstrom

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    it would be great to have more talks by Mark ratner on the nanoHUB!

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