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2010 Nano-Biophotonics Summer School @ UIUC Lecture 1 - Introduction
20 Sep 2010 | | Contributor(s):: Rashid Bashir, Stephen Boppart
Edited and Uploaded by Omar Sobh, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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A Look into the Nanoworld: An introduction to Nanoscale Science and Engineering
23 Aug 2021 | | Contributor(s):: NNCI Nano, Jackie Smith
This is a four-part lesson that has students explore the nanoscale. The lesson includes: size and scale, metric system and conversions, measurement, nanotechnology applications, and careers in nano-science. The activities can be done in groups of 2-4 and requires viewing of videos.
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A profile of a Nano EPICS High School - Agawam High School
10 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Tamecia Raishaun Jones
This is a short profile of an EPICS High School that has found a way to integrate nano into its curriculum. The profile describes how the teacher used her specialized background in marine biology to create a plan for nano project in a marine biology classroom. At the time, this...
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Affordable Labs for Nanotechnology Education
10 May 2023 | | Contributor(s):: Wesley C. Sanders, The Micro Nano Technology - Education Center
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An Introduction to Colloidal and Self-Assembled Materials I
05 May 2015 | | Contributor(s):: Travis L. Benati, NACK Network
OutlineReview of SolutionsColloids and Colloidal ChemistrySelf-Assembly
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An Introduction to Colloidal and Self-Assembled Materials II
26 May 2015 | | Contributor(s):: Travis L. Benati, NACK Network
Outline Review of Solutions Colloids and Colloid Chemistry Self-Assembly What is it? Forces and interactions Examples from nature Nanotechnology examples
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An Introduction to Nanoparticle Synthesis and Applications
26 May 2015 | | Contributor(s):: Sebastien Maeder, NACK Network
OutlineNanoparticle SynthesisColloidal Chemical MethodsAttritionPyrolysisRF PlasmaThermal decompositionPulsed Laser MethodSome Nanoparticle Applications
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An Introduction to Nanoparticles and Nanostructures
26 May 2015 | | Contributor(s):: Sebastien Maeder, NACK Network
OutlineDefinition and ExamplesPhysical PropertiesSizeCrystalStructureMelting PointMechanical StrengthOptical PropertiesSurface PlasmonsQuantum Confinement EffectsElectrical PropertiesHealth Concerns
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Applications of Nanotechnology
03 Nov 2021 | | Contributor(s):: Peter Kazarinoff, Jared Ashcroft, NACK Network
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Applications of Nanotechnology
04 Dec 2015 | | Contributor(s):: SHINE Project, SHINE Project
Lecture 2 in a series of lectures on nanotechnology from SHINE: Seattle's Hub for Industry-driven Nanotechnology Education.
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Big vs. Little - Micro to Nano
02 Jan 2020 | | Contributor(s):: Ellie Devine, Lisa Perazone, NNCI Nano
This is a five part lesson dealing with size and scale. Elementary children will explore the concept of size by comparing and categorizing objects, then constructing various sized structures. The lesson is designed to begin their understanding of big and small which will be important as...
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Biocompatibility and Cellular Overview I
28 Nov 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Terry Kuzma, NACK Network
Outline:BiocompatibilityQuick overview of cellular interactionscale, size, generic animal cellNanoscale materials for biological interactionLiposomesMetal NanoparticlesNanoshellsExamples of bionano applicationsLectures:Biocompatibility and Cellular Overview I (this lecture)Biocompatibility and...
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Biocompatibility and Cellular Overview II: Role of Proteins and Cellular Junctions
28 Nov 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Terry Kuzma, NACK Network
Outline:BiocompatibilityQuick overview of cellular interactionscale, size, generic animal cellNanoscale materials for biological interactionLiposomesMetal NanoparticlesNanoshellsExamples of bionano applicationsLectures:Biocompatibility and Cellular Overview IBiocompatibility and Cellular Overview...
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Biocompatibility and Cellular Overview III: Nanoparticles for Biological Applications Including Liposomes
28 Nov 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Terry Kuzma, NACK Network
Outline:BiocompatibilityQuick overview of cellular interactionscale, size, generic animal cellNanoscale materials for biological interactionLiposomesMetal NanoparticlesNanoshellsExamples of bionano applicationsLectures:Biocompatibility and Cellular Overview IBiocompatibility and Cellular Overview...
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Biocompatibility and Cellular Overview IV: Role of Metal Nanoparticles in Biological Applications
28 Nov 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Terry Kuzma, NACK Network
Outline:BiocompatibilityQuick overview of cellular interactionscale, size, generic animal cellNanoscale materials for biological interactionLiposomesMetal NanoparticlesNanoshellsExamples of bionano applicationsLectures:Biocompatibility and Cellular Overview IBiocompatibility and Cellular Overview...
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Cell Factory for Small Molecule Inducible Delivery of Low Dose IL-2
31 Aug 2023 | | Contributor(s):: Celsa Pachlhofer, Yafet Arefeayne, Rice University
Autoimmune and inflammatory diseases are characterized by insufficient regulatory T cells (Treg), which play a central role in maintaining peripheral tolerance, preventing autoimmunity, and limiting chronic inflammation. Treg cells depend on IL-2 for survival and maintenance of their...
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Classroom Resources
10 Dec 2021 | | Contributor(s):: NACK Network
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Development and Validation of a Nano Size and Scale Instrument (NSSI)
11 Nov 2014 | | Contributor(s):: Yi Kong, Heidi A Diefes-Dux, Kelsey Joy Rodgers, Anna Douglas, Krishna Madhavan
The concepts of size and scale are fundamental to nanotechnology education but can be difficult for beginning undergraduate students to grasp. It is important to develop curricular interventions to increase students’ conceptual understanding of size and scale, before moving on to more...
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Diagnostics for All: Teaching Relevance of Science and Engineering to Solving Societal Problems
21 Jan 2020 | | Contributor(s):: J. Marc Abelard, NNCI Nano
This a cross-disciplinary lesson that connects chemistry with social and ethical issues. It is tied to a new and promising inexpensive form of diagnostics called paper diagnostics. The issue discussed focuses on HIV Aids.
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Dielectrics by Growth and Deposition
19 Mar 2018 | | Contributor(s):: NACK Network
Outline:Introduction - Silicon DioxideTypes of OxideFurnace DepositionDry OxidationWet OxidationHigh Pressure OxidationChemical Vapor DepositionModifying Dielectric Constant