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The term Nanoelectromechanical systems or NEMS is used to describe devices integrating electrical and mechanical functionality on the nanoscale. NEMS typically integrate transistor-like nanoelectronics with mechanical actuators, pumps, or motors, and may thereby form physical, biological, and chemical sensors.

Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) (also written as micro-electro-mechanical, MicroElectroMechanical or microelectronic and microelectromechanical systems) is the technology of very small mechanical devices driven by electricity; it merges at the nano-scale into nanoelectromechanical systems (NEMS) and nanotechnology.

MEMS are separate and distinct from the hypothetical vision of molecular nanotechnology or molecular electronics. MEMS are made up of components between 1 to 100 micrometres in size (i.e. 0.001 to 0.1 mm) and MEMS devices generally range in size from 20 micrometres (20 millionths of a metre) to a millimetre. They usually consist of a central unit that processes data, the microprocessor and several components that interact with the outside such as microsensors

Learn more about NEMS/MEMS from the many resources on this site, listed below. More information on NEMS/MEMS can be found here.

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  1. A Systematic Approach to Problem Solving Learning Module

    20 Jul 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module introduces a systematic approach to solving problems by using a six-step process.  This approach is used throughout industry to solve simple to complex problems.  Activities provide the opportunities to apply this six-step process in a real life situation as well as...

  2. A Systematic Approach to Problem Solving Learning Module - Instructor Guides

    20 Jul 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module introduces a systematic approach to solving problems by using a six-step process.  This approach is used throughout industry to solve simple to complex problems.  Activities provide the opportunities to apply this six-step process in a real life situation as well as...

  3. BioMEMS Applications Overview Learning Module

    18 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module is an overview of some of the major biomedical developments and applications of BioMEMS.  There are three activities that provide further exploration into some of these applications, how they are used ad how they work.

  4. BioMEMS Applications Overview Learning Module - Instructor Guides

    18 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module is an overview of some of the major biomedical developments and applications of BioMEMS.  There are three activities that provide further exploration into some of these applications, how they are used ad how they work.

  5. BioMEMS Overview Learning Module

    14 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module explains what "BioMEMS" are and how they are used today in different fields.  An activity provides the opportunity to reinforce the importance of BioMEMS, study where they are used, and explore the endless possibilities of future BioMEMS devices.

  6. BioMEMS Overview Learning Module - Instructor Guides

    14 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module explains what "BioMEMS" are and how they are used today in different fields.  An activity provides the opportunity to reinforce the importance of BioMEMS, study where they are used, and explore the endless possibilities of future BioMEMS devices.

  7. Biomolecular Applications of BioMEMS

    18 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module is an overview of biomolecules, what are they?, types of biomolecules, and how microtechnology is using biomolecules or exploiting their functions for micro and nano applications.  Activities provide the opportunity to better understand the functions of biomolecules,...

  8. Biomolecular Applications of BioMEMS Learning Module - Instructor Guides

    18 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module is an overview of biomolecules, what are they?, types of biomolecules, and how microtechnology is using biomolecules or exploiting their functions for micro and nano applications.  Activities provide the opportunity to better understand the functions of biomolecules,...

  9. Cells: The Building Blocks of Life Learning Module

    28 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module provides a review of "cells", the smallest unit exhibiting the properties of life.  It discusses how these cells are being used in bioMEMS as well as other micro and nano-sized devices.  A research activity provides the opportunity to further explore how...

  10. Cells: The Building Blocks of Life Learning Module - Instructor Guides

    28 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module provides a review of "cells", the smallest unit exhibiting the properties of life.  It discusses how these cells are being used in bioMEMS as well as other micro and nano-sized devices.  A research activity provides the opportunity to further explore how...

  11. Clinical Laboratory Techniques and Microtechnology

    29 May 2018 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME), MJ Willis

    This learning module is an overview of how microtechnology is used for standard clinical laboratory tests.  It covers the advantages and challenges of taking clinical tests out of the laboratory to the point of care (POC). ...

  12. Clinical Laboratory Techniques and Microtechnology - Instructor Guides

    29 May 2018 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME), MJ Willis

    This learning module is an overview of how microtechnology is used for standard clinical laboratory tests.  It covers the advantages and challenges of taking clinical tests out of the laboratory to the point of care (POC).  ...

  13. Diagnostic BioMEMS Overview Learning Module

    30 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    Diagnostic bioMEMS (biomedical MicroElectroMechanical Systems) have been increasing in number every year.  This learning module provides an introduction to some of the diagnostic tools currently in us and possibilities for future bioMEMS.  A research activity provides the opportunity...

  14. Diagnostic BioMEMS Overview Learning Module - Instructor Guides

    30 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    Diagnostic bioMEMS (biomedical MicroElectroMechanical Systems) have been increasing in number every year.  This learning module provides an introduction to some of the diagnostic tools currently in us and possibilities for future bioMEMS.  A research activity provides the opportunity...

  15. DNA Microarray Learning Module

    29 May 2018 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME), MJ Willis

    This learning module provides an overview of DNA microarrays - types of arrays, applications, interpretation, design, and fabrication.  Activities provide the opportunity for students to gain a better understanding of these concepts as well as to discuss the ethical questions surrounding...

  16. DNA Microarray Learning Module - Instructor Guides

    29 May 2018 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME), MJ Willis

    This learning module provides an overview of DNA microarrays - types of arrays, aplications, interpretation, design, and fabrication.  Activities provide the opportunity for students to gain a better understanding of these concepts as well as to discuss the ethical questions surrounding...

  17. DNA to Protein Overview Learning Module

    28 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module provides information needed to understand how the digitally encoded information in DNA is translated into a functional protein that can be used for biomedical applications.  Activities delve deeper into protein structure and function as well as gene transcription.

  18. DNA to Protein Overview Learning Module - Instructor Guides

    28 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This learning module provides information needed to understand how the digitally encoded information in DNA is translated into a functional protein that can be used for biomedical applications.  Activities delve deeper into protein structure and function as well as gene transcription.

  19. Learning Microsystems Through Problem Solving Activity

    14 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This activity provides the opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge of microsystems or MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems), MEMS components, applications and operations.  This activity works best if you work in small groups or with at least one other person to design and construct...

  20. Learning Microsystems Through Problem Solving Activity - Instructor Guide

    14 Aug 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)

    This activity provides the opportunity for participants to demonstrate their knowledge of microsystems or MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems), MEMS components, applications and operations.  Participants work in small groups to design and construct a model of a MEMS device. This activity is...