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

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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