Chapter 1. An Introduction to Nanotechnology

• Abstract
• 1.1 Definition
• 1.2 Introduction
• 1.3 History
• 1.4 Applications
• 1.5 Recent Research and Future Perspectives
• 1.6 Conclusions

Chapter 2. Generic Methodologies for Characterization

• Abstract
• 2.1 Introduction
• 2.2 Scanning Probes
• 2.3 Electron Microscopy
• 2.4 Diffraction Techniques
• 2.5 Spectroscopy Techniques
• 2.6 Surface Analysis and Depth Profiling
• 2.7 Conclusions

Chapter 3. Smart Nanomaterials

• Abstract
• 3.1 Introduction
• 3.2 Nanoscale Materials
• 3.3 Mechanisms of Response
• 3.4 Synthesis
• 3.5 Applications
• 3.6 Current Research and Future Perspectives
• 3.7 Conclusions

Chapter 4. Nanosensors

• Abstract
• 4.1 Introduction
• 4.2 Manufacturing Methods
• 4.3 Types of Nanosensors
• 4.4 Nanostructures and Materials
• 4.5 Applications
• 4.6 Current Research and Future Perspectives
• 4.7 Conclusions

Chapter 5. Nanoparticles

• Abstract
• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 Synthesis and Characteristics
• 5.3 Applications
• 5.4 Current Research and Future Perspectives
• 5.5 Conclusions

Chapter 6. Nanopolymers

• Abstract
• 6.1 Nanopolymers and Their Applications
• 6.2 Fabricating Nanopolymers: Electrospinning
• 6.3 Environmental Applications
• 6.4 Biomedical Technology
• 6.5 Polymeric Nanofibers as Sensors
• 6.6 Conclusions

Chapter 7. Nanotubes

• Abstract
• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Properties
• 7.3 Production Methods of NTs
• 7.4 Purification of NTs
• 7.5 Applications of CNTs
• 7.6 Current Research and Future Perspectives

Chapter 8. Nanoshells

• Abstract
• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2 Types of Nanoshells
• 8.3 Properties of Nanoshell Particles
• 8.4 Applications of Nanoshells
• 8.5 Current Research and Future Perspectives

Chapter 9. Electronic and Electro-Optic Nanotechnology

• Abstract
• 9.1 History
• 9.2 Theory of Electronic Nanotechnology
• 9.3 Theory of Electro-Optic Nanotechnology
• 9.4 Current Research and Future Perspectives

Chapter 10. Self-Assembling Nanostructures

• Abstract
• 10.1 Introduction
• 10.2 Building Blocks
• 10.3 Principles of Self-Assembly
• 10.4 Methods to Prepare and Pattern Nanoparticles
• 10.5 Current Research and Future Perspectives
• 10.6 Conclusions

Chapter 11. Nanomedicine

• Abstract
• 11.1 Introduction to Nanomedicine
• 11.2 Applications of Nanotechnology in Nanomedicine
• 11.3 Nanopharmaceuticals
• 11.4 Nano-Ophthalmology
• 11.5 Tissue Engineering
• 11.6 Bone Engineering
• 11.7 Conclusions