Nanosciences and Nanotechnology: Evolution or Revolution?

Book Overview

Introduction: The Nanoscale.- Part I Nanophysics - Nanoelectronics & Nanophotonics.- Nanoelectronics Overview.- Part II Nanomaterials and Nanochemistry.- General Overview.- Examples of Applications of Nanomaterials and Nanochemistry.- Part III Nanobiosciences, Nanomedicine & Nanotoxicology.- New Tools and Concepts for Investigation and Manipulation in Life Sciences.- Nanomedicine.- A New Approach for Cancer and Anti-Viral Treatments: "Squalenisation".- What is Known About the Impact of Nanomaterials on Public Health?.- Environmental Risks Linked to Nanoparticles: A New or Old Concept?.- Part IV Nanotechnology and Society.- Overview of Fundamental Research, Educational Structures, Industrial Development of Nanotechnologies in France and Worldwide.- A Human Sciences Approach of Nanotechnologies for Ethical Questions and Societal Needs.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3319365975
• ISBN13: 9783319365978
• Release Date: August 2016
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 438 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"