1. Introduction and Definition of Nanotechnology
1.0 Introduction
1.1  Definition of Nanotechnology
 1.1.1    Broad perspective of nanotechnology
 1.1.2    Narrow perspective of nanotechnology 
 1.1.3    Cultural perspective of nanotechnology
1.2  Knowing the Size
1.3  Understanding Nanotechnology
1.4  Nanotechnology and Today's World
1.5  Importance of Nanoscale Science and Technology
1.6  Agitated Humans and Nanotechnology
1.7  More about Nanotechnology
1.8   Questionnaire

 

2. History of Nanotechnology
2.0  Introduction
2.1  History of Nanotechnology-by Chris Phoenix
2.2  Contribution of Different Scientist in Nanotechnology
 2.2.1 Richard Feynman
 2.2.2 K. Eric Drexler
 2.2.3 Gerd Binnig and Heinrich Rohrer
 2.2.4 Don Eigler and Erhard Schweizer
 2.2.5 Professor Richard Smalley  
 2.2.6 Professor Mauro Ferrari
 2.2.7 Joseph Proust
2.3  History at a Glance
2.4  Different Timelines of Nanotechnology
2.5  Questionnaire

 

3. Future of Nanotechnology
3.0   Introduction
3.1 The Beginning of  a Technological Revolution
3.2  Silicon Based Technology
3.3  Benefits and Challenges of Molecular Manufacturing
 3.3.1  The molecular assembler concept
 3.3.2 Controversies and confusions
 3.3.3  Understanding advanced capabilities
3.4 Visions and Objective of Nanotechnology
3.5  Nanotechnology in Different Fields
 3.5.1  Automobile
 3.5.2   Optics
 3.5.3 Electronics
 3.5.4 Nanobiotechnology
 3.5.5 Materials
 3.5.6  Medicine
 3.5.7  Dental care
 3.5.8  Nanocomputers
  3.5.9  Power storage
 3.5.10 Nanotechnology products
3.6 Doubt , Queries and Fears
3.7  Questionnaire

 

Unit 2
1. Latest Development in Nanotechnology
1.0   Introduction
1.1 Current Situation
1.2  Future Assumptions
1.3 Latest  Developments
 1.3.1 Nanocopters
 1.3.2  Nanotubes
 1.3.3 Biosensors
 1.3.4 Nano structure fluid
 1.3.5 Computers
 1.3.6 Plastic electronics
 1.3.7  Light emitting diodes
 1.3.8 Solar cells
1.4 Other  Developments
1.5  Questionnaire

 

2.  Research & Development in Nanotechnology
2.0 Introduction
2.1  Sensitive Areas Where R&D is Required
2.2   Why R&D is Required ?
2.3  Nanotechnology and Future Perspectives
2.4  Current Perspectives
2.5  Research Work at a Glance
2.6  Nanopioneers
2.7  Convergence of Nanotechnology
2.8  Questionnaire

 

3. Nanotechnology in India
3.0    Introduction
3.1    Present Status
3.2    Basic Requirements in India
3.3    Research Areas in Nanotechnology
3.4     Promotion of Nanotechnology
3.5    Institutes and Training Centers in India
3.6    Questionnaire

 

4. Nanotechnology Globally
4.0  Introduction
4.1  Potential Through R &D
4.2  Timeline for Beginning of Industrial Commercialization
4.3  Areas of Investments in Different Aspects in Nanotechnology
4.4  Global Investment in 2004-2005
4.5  Country wise Expenditure on Nanotechnologies
 4.5.1 USA
 4.5.2 Europe
 4.5.3 UK
4.6  Nanotechnology in Asia
 4.6.1 Nanotechnology in Japan
 4.6.2 Nanotechnology in India
 4.6.3 Nanotechnology in Isreal
 4.6.4 Nanotechnology in China
4.7  Nanotechnology From Financial year 2002- 2015
4.8  Questionnaire

 

UNIT 3
1. Career & Job Opportunities in Nanotechnology
1.0  Introduction
1.1  Job Prospects
1.2  For a Successful Nanotechnology Career
1.3  Career Opportunities
1.4  Different Career Opportunities in Nanotechnology
1.5  Career Resources
1.6  Jobs in Nano Science and Nanotechnology

 

2. Global Institutes Providing Education
2.0  Introduction
2.1  Nanotechnology Institutes
2.2  Few Famous Institutes
2.3  Nanotechnology in Labs
2.4  Some other Popular Universities
2.5  Nanotechnology Related Courses
2.6  Course Description in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
2.7  Country Wise List of Famous Institutes
 2.7.1 USA
 2.7.2 United Kingdom
 2.7.3 Canada
 2.7.4 Europe
 2.7.5 Australia
 2.7.6 Asia
 2.7.7 Miscellaneous
2.8  Questionnaire

 

UNIT 4
1.Applications of Nanotechnology
1.0  Introduction
1.1  Nanotechnology in Industries
1.2  Nanotechnology in Computing
 1.2.1  Quantum computing
 1.2.2  Molecular computation
1.3  Nanotechnology in Electronics
 1.3.1   Computational nanotechnology
 1.3.2   Computational optoelectronics
 1.3.3   Mechanical nanocomputers
 1.3.4  Supercomputing systems
1.4   Nanotechnology in Health and Life Sciences
 1.4.1   Nanotechnology in medicine
 1.4.2    Drug delivery
 1.4.3   Drug encapsulation
 1.4.4   Tissue repair and implantation
 1.4.5   Bioresorable materials
 1.4.6   Other application of nano technology in health and      medicine
1.5   Nanotechnology in Smart Materials
 1.5.1  Sensors
 1.5.2   Smart instruments- atom computers
1.6  Nanotechnology in Defence
1.7  Nanotehnology in Optics
 1.7.1   Optical industry
 1.7.2   Metrology
 1.7.3   Electronics, optoelectronics and ICT
1.8   Nanotechnology in Environment
1.9  Nanotechnology Products & Applications
1.10  Recent Applications of Nanotechnology - Sector Wise    
 Classification
1.11 Questionnaire

 

2. Ethical Issues in Nanotechnology
2.0  Introduction
2.1 Socio-economic Challenges
2.2  Ethical Issues in Nanotechnology: With Especial Reference to Nanomedicine
2.3  Nanomedicine Applied in Non-medical Contexts
2.4   Social Issues Relating to Nanomedicine
2.5  Social and Ethical Issues
2.6  Economic Impacts
2.7  Other Issues
2.8   Nanotechnology and Future Socio-economic Challenges
2.9  Questionnaire