Rosendo DuBuque 
Nanotechnology 
An Introduction

Salient Features:The presentation of the subject matter is systematic and the language of the text is lucid, comprehensive and easy to understand.Moving from the unknown territory to a logical conclusion. Subject matter in each chapter develops methodically from the very beginning.This book will be a boon to students and will help them immensely to face examination in a confident manner.Taken from the Greek, Nano means ‘one billionth part of’ a whole; or very, very small. Nanotechnology is the next step after miniaturisation. Nanotechnology: Basic Science and Emerging Technologies bridge the gap between detailed technical publications that are beyond the grasp of non-specialists and popular science books, which may be more science fiction than fact. It provides a fascinating, scientifically sound treatment, accessible to engineers and scientists outside the field and even to students at the undergraduate level. After a basic introduction to the field, the authors explore topics that include molecular nanotechnology, nanomaterials and nanopowders, nanoelectronics, optics and photonics, and nanobiometrics. This book scrutinises the cutting edge of a new technology that will find usage in almost every single aspect of modern society. This book is useful for undergraduate and postgraduate students, teachers and researchers, scientists and industrial personnel working in the field of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.