Nanoscale Processing

Nanoscale Processing outlines recent advances in processing techniques for a range of nanomaterial types. New developments in the processing of nanostructured materials are being applied in diverse fields. This book offers in-depth information and analysis of a range of processing techniques for nanostructures, and also covers nanocharacterization aspects thoroughly. Topics covered include zero dimensional nanostructures, nanostructured biomaterials, carbon-based nanostructures, polymeric and liposomal nanostructures, and quantum dots. This book is an important resource for materials scientists and engineers looking to learn more about a variety of processing techniques for various nanomaterial classes, for use in both the industrial and biomedical sectors.

Explains major nanoscale processing techniques, outlining in which situations each should be used Discuses a range of nanomaterial classes, including nanobiomaterials, polymeric nanomaterials, optical nanomaterials and magnetic nanomaterials Explores the challenges of using certain processing techniques for certain classes of nanomaterial

1. Basic concepts and processing of nanostructures materials
2. Nanomaterials: Synthesis, physicochemical characterization, and biopharmaceutical applications
3. One-dimensional (1D) nanomaterials: Nanorods and nanowires; nanoscale processing
4. Carbon-based nanostructures and nanomaterials
5. Fabrication of nanostructures by physical techniques
6. Liposomal nanostructures: Properties and applications
7. Quantum dots: A brief introduction
8. Magnetic nanoparticles
9. Nanoscale self-assembly
10. Nanocellulose and its composite films: Applications, properties, preparation methods, and limitations
11. Nanostructures for biomedical devices
12. Nanostructures for humidity sensing and photocatalytic applications
13. Nanostructures for antimicrobial therapy
14. Nanocomposites of polymer matrices: Nanoscale processing
15. Hybrid organic-inorganic nanostructures in proton exchange membranes for fuel cells
16. Nanostructured hydroxyapatite biomaterial as gas sensor
17. Processing strategies of chitosan-built nano-hydrogel as smart drug carriers
18. Ultradeformable liposomal nanostructures: Role in transdermal delivery of therapeutics