Introduction to nanofabrication

Abstract

Nanoscale materials provide a fertile ground between molecular and bulk systems. Capitalizing on the fundamental differences in physical, chemical, and biological behavior of materials at dimensions between 1 and 100 nm, nanoscience examines the compelling and singular properties found neither in atoms and molecules nor at macroscopic dimensions. Such unique properties have already improved routine commercial products such as sunscreen and stain-resistant clothing, and hold promise for uncovering new materials with applications in energy, security, agriculture, and healthcare.