One of the most fascinating aspects of nanotechnology is the incredibly small scale at which nanoengineering and nanofabrication take place. Consider this example: The first working transistor, built ...

Nanotechnology deals with the understanding and control of matter at the atomic and molecular level, unlocking unique properties for novel applications. Dimensions between approximately 1 and 100 ...

For the most part, these introductions give superficial discussions of the societal issues in nanotechnology. In the sections on security applications and medical diagnostics, for example ...