21st Century Nanoscience - A Handbook (Volume 10) : Public Policy, Education, and Global Trends

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Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Table of Contents Editor Contributors 1 Innovation and Entrepreneurship 1.1 Foreword: Scope, Organization and Target 1.2 Introduction: Nanotechnologies and Their Relevance for Industrial Innovation and Entrepreneurial Activities; Rejuvenating Old Fields and Creating New Ones 1.3 Defining the Rules of the Game: What Is Innovation and Why It Is Important for the Success of Entrepreneurship? 1.4 Nanotechnologies and Innovation 1.5 Nanotechnologies and Entrepreneurship 1.6 Concluding Remarks References 2 Policy and Innovation: An Invisible Evolving Nanoworld 2.1 Introduction 2.2 What is Nanotechnology? 2.3 Why is There Such Great Attention to the Field of Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials? 2.4 What is Nanomatter? 2.5 Which Techniques are Used to Assess Nanomatter Characteristics/Properties? 2.6 Are Production, Use, and Disposal Regulated? 2.7 Conclusions References 3 The “Mega” Power of the “Nano” 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Areas of the “Nano” Impact 3.3 Achievements in the Power of the “Nano” 3.4 Trends of the “Nano” 3.5 Conclusion Bibliography 4 Nanotechnology: History and Future 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Definition of Nanotechnology 4.3 History of Nanotechnology 4.4 The Basics of Nanotechnology 4.5 Impact of Nanotechnology on Society 4.6 Future Implications 4.7 Future of Nanotechnology 4.8 Safety Evaluation of Nanomaterials 4.9 Opportunities for Nanotechnology 4.10 Trends, Challenges, and Nano-Solutions References 5 Training Leaders in Nanotechnology 5.1 Nanotechnology in Society 5.2 Educational Programs 5.3 Defining Nanotechnology Leadership 5.4 Training Future Nanotechnology Leaders 5.5 Training Priorities in Developed and Developing Nations 5.6 Outlook Acknowledgments References 6 Challenges in Nanoscience Education 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Big Ideas of Science and Nanoscience 6.3 Nanoeducation: Precollege to Graduate Education 6.4 The Interdisciplinary Opportunities of Nanoscience Education 6.5 Maximizing the Benefits of Laboratory Experiences in Nanoscience 6.6 Integrating Nanoethical Issues in the Science Curricula 6.7 The Interdisciplinarity of Nanoscience: New Opportunities for Underrepresented Minorities 6.8 Preparing Teachers to Teach Nanoscience 6.9 Nanotechnology Education in Museums and Science Centers 6.10 Conclusion References 7 Virtual Nanoworlds for Learning 7.1 Introduction and Aims 7.2 Interactive Visualization as a Tool for Learning and Teaching Nano 7.3 Case Study of a Gesture-Based Virtual Nanoworld to Expose Students to Nano 7.4 An Interactive Nanoworld for Communicating Nano-Knowledge in the Classroom 7.5 Conclusions and Implications Acknowledgments References 8 Evolving Perspectives on Nanoeducation and Capacity Development 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Shaping the Interdisciplinary Character of Nanoeducation 8.3 Educate Nanoscientists 8.4 Train the Workforce for Nanotechnology Industry 8.5 Raise Public Awareness of Nanoissues 8.6 The Role of Training in the Nano2All Project 8.7 Integrating Capacity Building in the Nano2All Dialog Methodology 8.8 Discussion and Conclusion Acknowledgments References 9 Exposing School Students to Nanoscience: A Review of Published Programs 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Nanoscale Science and Technology (NST) Programs 9.3 Discussion References 10 Integrating Nanoscience in High School Science: Curriculum Models and Instructional Approaches 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Modular Approach to Nanoscience and Technology in High School Science 10.3 Continuous Integration of Nanoscience and Technology in High School Science 10.4 Vignette of High School Teachers’ Views on Integrating Nanoscience and Technology 10.5 Concluding Remarks Acknowledgments References 11 Teaching Nanoscience to High School Students 11.1 Nanoscience and Next Generation Science Standards 11.2 Potential Curriculum Organizational Schema 1: Scale Worlds 11.3 Potential Curriculum Organizational Schema 2: Characteristics of the Nanoscale 11.4 Concluding Comments References 12 Research on Pre-college Nanoscale Science, Engineering, and Technology Learning 12.1 Introduction 12.2 Findings 12.3 Discussion and Implications 12.4 Recommendations 12.5 Conclusion References 13 Using Digital Tools in Nanoscience Education 13.1 Introduction 13.2 Education about Nanotechnology 13.3 Pedagogical Theories Sustaining Experiential Learning 13.4 The Experiment in Science Teaching 13.5 Digital Tools in “Nano” Lessons: The NTSE Project Experience 13.6 Conclusion Acknowledgments References 14 3D Printing in the Context of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education at the College/University Level 14.1 Introduction 14.2 Literature Overview 14.3 Predictions about the Future of 3D Printing for STEM/STEAM Education at the College Level 14.4 Current Methodologies and Best Practices of College-Level ‘Classroom 3D Printing’ in the STEM Field 14.5 Summary and Conclusions Acknowledgments Appendix: Brief 3D Printing Technology Review Notes Added in Proof References 15 Dissemination, Outreach, and Training on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 15.1 Introduction 15.2 What is the Importance of Dissemination, Outreach, and Training in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology? 15.3 Scientific and Technological Dissemination and Training 15.4 How is Dissemination, Outreach, and Training in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Being Achieved through NANODYF? 15.5 Conclusions References 16 Diffusion of Nanotechnology Knowledge Using Mixed Methods 16.1 Introduction 16.2 The Emergence of Nanotechnology in the World 16.3 Quantitative Approach 16.4 The “Small-World” Phenomenon 16.5 Bibliometrics Analysis and Science Mapping 16.6 Bibliographic Analysis of Graphene 16.7 Bibliometric Networks Conclusion References 17 A Scientometric Assessment on Growth of Nanobiotechnology Research Output 17.1 Introduction 17.2 Review of Literature 17.3 Objectives 17.4 Methodology 17.5 Data Analysis 17.6 Scientometrics Indices 17.7 Conclusion References 18 Progress in the Development of a Systematic Nano periodic Framework for Unifying Nanoscience 18.1 Introduction 18.2 Progress Leading to a Unified Nanoperiodic Framework for Nanoscience 18.3 Recent Update: Roadmap of Hard/Soft Superatom Categories, Combinatorial Libraries of Nano-Compounds and Nanoperiodic Patterns 18.4 Summary/Conclusions Acknowledgments References Index