Women in Nanotechnology: Contributions from the Atomic Level and Up 2020 Edition Contributor(s): Norris, Pamela M. (Editor), Friedersdorf, Lisa E. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 3030199509 ISBN-13: 9783030199500 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $52.24 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Nanotechnology & Mems - Science | Nanoscience - Science | Chemistry - Physical & Theoretical |
Dewey: 541.2 |
Series: Women in Engineering and Science |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.96 lbs) 140 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This book celebrates a few examples of the many women who have advanced the field of nanotechnology. The book opens with an overview of the field, illuminating how nanotechnology is opening the door to manipulating matter on a scale one billionth of a meter. Then the use of nanotechnology to improve science and scientific literacy is discussed, and strategies for incorporating nanotechnology in K-12 education are presented. Next, an array of female scientists provide technical descriptions of how their work is impacting their respective areas. Topics include applications in the energy, electronics, water, communication and health care sectors, among others. The book closes with a historical perspective on the U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative and future prospects for nanotechnology. This book provides the opportunity to appreciate some of the key advancements made by women engineers in nanotechnology and to become inspired by the ingenuity and creativity, collaborative nature, and altruistic inventiveness of women engineers.
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