Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. History. 3. Core concept of nanotechnology. 4. Tools to measure and make nanostructure. 5. Application of nanotechnology. 6. Technologies. 7. Recent development. 8. Impact of nanotechnology. 9. Global scenario in nanotechnology. 10. Future of nanotechnology. 11. Grand challenges. Appendices: i. Frequently asked questions. ii. Glossary. Index.

"Nanotechnology the development and practical applications of structure and devices on a nanometer scale has great potential for producing improvements and innovations in many areas of life like health care, electronics, manufacturing and improvements to existing products. The next wave of global advances in IT and telecom, medicine, security will be driven by innovations in nanotechnology.

This book provides a basic understanding of the subject and covers 90% of the subject matter taught first in the vast majority of universities." (jacket)