Advances in nanotechnology

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Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution Name:

U-NOW

Collection:

University of Nottingham Open Courseware

Grade Level:

Post-secondary

Abstract:

In this podcast, Professor Moriarty discusses nanotechnology, and how it has led to a convergence of the traditional sciences. He talks about the commercial applications of nanotechnology such as hard disk technology in laptops, stain free materials and fabrics, self-cleaning windows and advanced water filtration. He also touches on some of the myths about nanotechnology as well as some of the real dangers of Nanotechnology and the steps governments are taking to regulate it. Professor Moriarty is a researcher in the field of nanotechnology.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Audio Lectures

Media Format:

Audio

Conditions of Use:

Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 2.0