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Nanotechnology and Cosmetics
Teaching Materials | 15 Jan 2020 | Contributor(s):: Rochelle Lofstrand, NNCI Nano
This is a series of four lessons which build upon each other to explore the use of nanotechnology in cosmetics as well as the social and ethical issues associated with nano-based cosmetics. The purpose of these lessons is to familiarize students with the chemistry of cosmetics and the anatomy...
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Exploring Nanotechnology through Consumer Products
Teaching Materials | 14 Jan 2020 | Contributor(s):: Robert Ehrmann, Nancy Healy, NNCI Nano
This lesson should begin with the Introduction to Nanotechnology PowerPoint or use any of the videos on YouTube that introduce nanoscale science. Students then extend their knowledge by exploring consumer products that have been developed with nanotechnology.
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How Big is a Nanometer?
Teaching Materials | 13 Jan 2020 | Contributor(s):: Chantelle Smith, Paul Longwell, Stephen Stilianous, NNCI Nano
The purpose of this activity is to help students conceptualize the magnitude of a nanometer compared to other metric units of length. At the end of this activity, students will be able to state the size of a nanometer, convert between nanometers and other metric units of length, and give...
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Oct 31 2014
NACK Networks Webinar: Nanotechnology in Consumer Products
Presenter: Dr. Marina Vance, Associate Director of Virginia Tech’s Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology (VT SuN)As the field of nanotechnology is continually explored and expanded, many...
https://nanohub.org/events/details/1084
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Oct 31 2014
NACK Networks Webinar: Nanotechnology in Consumer Products
Presenter: Dr. Marina Vance, Associate Director of Virginia Tech’s Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology (VT SuN)As the field of nanotechnology is continually explored and expanded, many...
https://nanohub.org/events/details/1085