While the Greek root nano just means dwarf, the nanoscale has become a giant focus of contemporary science and technology. We will examine the fundamental issues underlying the excitement involved in nanoscale research - what, why and how. Specific topics include assembly, properties, applications, and societal issues.

Researchers should cite this work as follows:

• Mark Ratner (2006), "A Gentle Introduction to Nanotechnology and Nanoscience," https://nanohub.org/resources/1021.

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1. carbon nanotubes
2. (Ed:Fr)
3. education/outreach
4. general tools
5. introductory
6. K-12
7. materials science
8. nano/bio
9. Nano Electro-Mechanical Systems (NEMS)
10. nanophotonics
11. nanotransistors
12. NCN Group - Nanotechnology
13. NEMS/MEMS
14. quantum dots
15. thermal transport
16. tutorial