81 courses with the subject NAN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Introduction to major concepts in nanotechnology. Covers a range of topics in nanotechnology from fundamental properties of nanomaterials, applications of nanotechnology in consumer products, and biomedical applications, including vaccines and drug delivery systems.
3D printing is the process of building an object layer by layer using a digital representation of that object. With no prior coding experience necessary, in this course we will apply principles of scripting and coding to generate computational representations of 3D structures using programmatic computer-aided design for 3D printing.
Synthetic biology will address conceptual/qualitative, quantitative, and computational approaches to the analysis and design of biological and biologically-inspired molecular systems for useful biotechnological or translational applications.
This course introduces students to the emerging field of nanotechnology and exposes them to current research and topics that are being influenced by nanomaterials including biology, healthcare, and the environment.
This class will introduce students to the various uses and immediate real-world applications of nanoscience in their daily lives. Fundamental properties of nanomaterials that enable their use for various real-world applications will be introduced.
This is an elective course for students interested in learning more about emerging infectious diseases and the proper safety bio-safety protocols and procedures to study them in BSL3 lab.
Independent research in Nanoscience under the direction of a Nanoscience faculty member, culminating in a written report. Research will include laboratory work, directed readings of the literature, and/or theoretical work in areas of Nanoscience.
This course introduces students to the emerging field of nanotechnology and exposes them to current research and topics that are being influenced by nanomaterials including biology, healthcare, and the environment.
Review of materials chemistry, synthesis of nanoparticles such as carbon nanotubes and fullerenes, chemical reactions and a survey of medicinal chemistry for pharmaceutical applications.
Emphasis on cellular and intracellular mechanisms including biological self-assembly, single-molecule and single-cell biophysics, cytoskeletal interactions, protein folding, membrane dynamics, biological energetics, molecular biotechnologies, and cell-cell interactions as well as biomaterials.
Introduction to the behavior of matter-energy phenomena at the level of atoms and molecules. Explore the fundamental principles governing quantum mechanics and their applications in solid-state systems. Topics include wave-particle duality, electronic band structures, and semiconductor behavior.
Fundamental techniques used in nanotechnology, including methods for nanofabrication, nanocharacterization, and nanomanipulation.
An emphasis of this required course will be on the areas of mathematics critical to nanoscience and nanoengineering including application of differential equations to numerical and analytical modeling of nanostructures.
An interdisciplinary course utilizing variety of academic disciplines (chemistry, physics, biology). Addresses the impact of nanomaterials through the range of organization that exists within living systems (molecular to societal).
Systems and synthetic biology will address quantitative and computational approaches to the analysis and re-design of biological and biologically-inspired molecular systems for useful biotechnological or translational applications.
A 7-week laboratory rotation intended to develop skills with scientific equipment and provide initial experience with nanoscale research. Four distinct laboratory rotations are required for the PhD in nanoscience.
Introduction to spectroscopy methods that, widely used in physics, chemistry, and biological sciences, provide knowledge for estimating applicability ranges of various methods, and teach basics of spectroscopy instruments and data analysis.
Covers the fundamental concepts in chemistry, biology and physics that are central to the interdisciplinary field of Nanoscience. Topics covered in this course include concepts in statistical mechanics (thermal, entropic, quantum, and fluctuation effects), self-assembly, diffusion, molecular recognition, molecular nanotechnology and nanomaterials, intermolecular and surface/interfacial forces at the nanoscale, cell adhesion and recognition, quantum phenomena, polymer physics, near-field optics, and nanoscale metrology, microscopy, and imaging.
Covers the application and theory of different mathematical techniques that enable the statistical analysis of data, modeling of complex systems, and the proper application of mathematical operations to describing nanoscale problems and mechanisms. Topics covered may include but are not limited to, descriptive statistics, practical algorithms for statistical analysis, and mathematical modeling of nanoscale systems: analytical and numerical solutions to differential equations and linear algebra methods.
Initial research experience for all incoming Nanoscience Ph.D. students. The goal of this course is to provide training in laboratory safety, basic laboratory techniques, oral and written communication, and review and criticism of scientific literature.
Seminar-style course that instructs the Nanoscience student in methods for critiquing scientific literature, methods for writing and organizing scientific proposals, and written and oral techniques for defending one's work.
A study of the molecular and cellular basis of the immune system. Topics include the properties of antigens and immunoglobulins, the development and regulation of humoral and cell-mediated immunity, resistance and immunization to infectious diseases, allergies, and autoimmune and immunodeficiency disorders.
Workplace issues including ethics, confidentiality, writing and presentation skills, innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging issues in nanotechnology.
Workplace issues including business plans, globalization, emerging issues in nanotechnology, and further development of writing and presentation skills, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
This course presents the fundamental principles underlying modern optical microscopy in the context of nanoscience and the demonstrated application and practice of advanced optical microscopy techniques in the context of laboratory experiences.
This course presents the fundamental principles underlying modern particle beam microscopy in the context of nanoscience and the demonstrated application and practice of advanced particle beam microscopy techniques in the context of laboratory experiences.
A lecture and laboratory course introducing graduate level science students to the principles and practices of molecular biology with emphasis on its application and integration with nanoscience.
Fundamental issues, experimental approaches, and emerging areas in stem cell research accompanied by an understanding of the attendant ethical issues that arise from their use in healthcare applications.
Interdisciplinary cutting-edge advances in biosensors with nano-perspectives; specific emphasis on fundamentals, principles and progresses of various types of nanobiosensors, and applications in disease diagnosis, biomedicines, life science and environmental monitoring.
This course covers methods that enable proper and efficient instrument operation. Topics include calibration, process development, emerging technologies, and troubleshooting. The goal of the class is to reinforce the connection between data collection strategies and data analysis.
Nanomechanics will address practical and theoretical topics regarding how forces arise and are measured at the nanoscale, and how they drive emergent behaviors in chemistry, biology, and materials science.
This course will discuss the science and engineering aspects of the most commonly used thin film formation techniques and their applications in research and technology.
Overview of nanoelectronics trends, an introduction into the emerging synthetic biology and advanced functional nanomaterials technology landscapes, applies critical thinking skills to uncover technology gaps and assess potential pathfinding opportunities, and exercises technical written and oral communication skills.
This course examines the roles of pathfinding, convergence, divergence, and diversity on research, translation, and society. Students apply and exercise written and oral communication and critical thinking skills to concurrently assess and prioritize convergent research strategies, translational opportunities, and the societal and ethical implications emerging technologies.
This introductory course introduces students to the basic biology of emerging infectious disease, immunological mechanisms of pathogenesis, and vaccine development. Students will be taught differences in BSL levels focusing on BSL-3 laboratory operation. The course is intended for anyone who seeks a basic understanding of infectious disease and BSL-3 facilities.
Emphasizes the biomimetic and biological materials development and characterization. Topics range from natural to synthetic biomaterials, characterization of biomaterial properties, and discovery and application of novel biologically inspired materials.
Seminar dealing with topics that include advances in nanoscience and corollary fields such as synthetic biology, materials science, nanomaterials, and nanotechnology.
This course gives students flexibility in guided readings, research, and individual project work under direction of a staff member that compliments their graduate project related to nanoscience.
Students will engage in an independent project designed to synthesize their academic experience into a practice that explores the impact of nanotechnology in a variety of potential settings. Potential projects include internships with a local industrial partner or working with JSNN staff/faculty members.
Covers the fundamental concepts in chemistry, biology and physics that are central to the interdisciplinary field of Nanoscience. Topics covered in this course include concepts in statistical mechanics (thermal, entropic, quantum, and fluctuation effects), self-assembly, diffusion, molecular recognition, molecular nanotechnology and nanomaterials, intermolecular and surface/interfacial forces at the nanoscale, cell adhesion and recognition, quantum phenomena, polymer physics, near-field optics, and nanoscale metrology, microscopy, and imaging.
This course provides the fundamental concepts of macromolecular and supramolecular chemistry, self-assembly methodologies for supramolecular architectures, synthesis of hybrid nanomaterials and their applications in nanoscience and nanoengineering.
Covers the application and theory of different mathematical techniques that enable the statistical analysis of data, modeling of complex systems, and the proper application of mathematical operations to describing nanoscale problems and mechanisms. Topics covered may include but are not limited to, descriptive statistics, practical algorithms for statistical analysis, and mathematical modeling of nanoscale systems: analytical and numerical solutions to differential equations and linear algebra methods.
Initial research experience for all incoming Nanoscience Ph.D. students. The goal of this course is to provide training in laboratory safety, basic laboratory techniques, oral and written communication, and review and criticism of scientific literature.
Seminar-style course that instructs the Nanoscience student in methods for critiquing scientific literature, methods for writing and organizing scientific proposals, and written and oral techniques for defending one's work.
Explores contemporary issues related to scientific integrity and responsible conduct in research. Case-driven topics expose students to the issues that arise in scientific research and ways to handle these issues.
Emphasis on the areas of physics critical to nanoscience including solid state physics, statistical mechanics, quantum concepts, biophysics, chemical physics, and nanodevices based on semiconductors.
Fundamental techniques used in nanotechnology, including methods for nanofabrication, nanocharacterization, and nanomanipulation.
An emphasis of this required course will be on the areas of mathematics critical to nanoscience and nanoengineering including application of differential equations to numerical and analytical modeling of nanostructures.
Systems and synthetic biology will address quantitative and computational approaches to the analysis and re-design of biological and biologically-inspired molecular systems for useful biotechnological or translational applications.
Review of materials chemistry, synthesis of nanoparticles such as carbon nanotubes and fullerenes, chemical reactions and a survey of medicinal chemistry for pharmaceutical applications.
Emphasis on cellular and intracellular mechanisms including biological self-assembly, single-molecule and single-cell biophysics, cytoskeletal interactions, protein folding, membrane dynamics, biological energetics, molecular biotechnologies, and cell-cell interactions as well as biomaterials.
This course covers methods that enable proper and efficient instrument operation. Topics include calibration, process development, emerging technologies, and troubleshooting. The goal of the class is to reinforce the connection between data collection strategies and data analysis.
Dynamics of reaction-diffusion waves and implementation of theoretical methods to the analysis of these waves in cardiac muscle and nerves.
Overview of nanoelectronics trends, an introduction into the emerging synthetic biology and advanced functional nanomaterials technology landscapes, applies critical thinking skills to uncover technology gaps and assess potential pathfinding opportunities, and exercises technical written and oral communication skills.
This course examines the roles of pathfinding, convergence, divergence, and diversity on research, translation, and society. Students apply and exercise written and oral communication and critical thinking skills to concurrently assess and prioritize convergent research strategies, translational opportunities, and the societal and ethical implications emerging technologies.
This course presents the fundamental principles underlying modern optical microscopy in the context of nanoscience and the demonstrated application and practice of advanced optical microscopy techniques in the context of laboratory experiences.
This course presents the fundamental principles underlying modern particle beam microscopy in the context of nanoscience and the demonstrated application and practice of advanced particle beam microscopy techniques in the context of laboratory experiences.
Use of nanoparticles for in vivo diagnostic medical imaging and therapy.
An interdisciplinary course utilizing variety of academic disciplines (chemistry, physics, biology). Addresses the impact of nanomaterials through the range of organization that exists within living systems (molecular to societal).
This course provides the fundamental concepts of macromolecular and supramolecular chemistry, self-assembly methodologies for supramolecular architectures, synthesis of hybrid nanomaterials and their applications in nanoscience and nanoengineering.
Introduction to spectroscopy methods that, widely used in physics, chemistry, and biological sciences, provide knowledge for estimating applicability ranges of various methods, and teach basics of spectroscopy instruments and data analysis.
General underlying mechanisms leading to inflammation, infectious disease, cancer, and autoimmune disease and the potential nanotechnology has on diagnosing, preventing, and treating these diseases.
A lecture and laboratory course introducing graduate level science students to the principles and practices of molecular biology with emphasis on its application and integration with nanoscience.
Fundamental issues, experimental approaches, and emerging areas in stem cell research accompanied by an understanding of the attendant ethical issues that arise from their use in healthcare applications.
A study of the molecular and cellular basis of the immune system. Topics include the properties of antigens and immunoglobulins, the development and regulation of humoral and cell-mediated immunity, resistance and immunization to infectious diseases, allergies, and autoimmune and immunodeficiency disorders.
Emphasizes the biomimetic and biological materials development and characterization. Topics range from natural to synthetic biomaterials, characterization of biomaterial properties, and discovery and application of novel biologically inspired materials.
This course will discuss the science and engineering aspects of the most commonly used thin film formation techniques and their applications in research and technology.
Nanomechanics will address practical and theoretical topics regarding how forces arise and are measured at the nanoscale, and how they drive emergent behaviors in chemistry, biology, and materials science.
Interdisciplinary cutting-edge advances in biosensors with nano-perspectives. Specific emphasis on fundamentals, principles and progresses of various types of nanobiosensors, and applications in disease diagnosis, biomedicines, life science and environmental monitoring.
Provides a translational perspective to nanoscience study and research. Introduces students to the various applications of nanoscience in their daily lives while emphasizing the fundamental properties of nanomaterials that enable these applications. Introduces them to industries with job opportunities for their skill set.
A comprehensive introduction to principles, mechanisms and applications of homo-and heterogeneous chemical or physic-reactions from nano-scale perspective incorporating recent research activities from selected peer-reviewed articles.
Protocols for developing structure-property correlations, stable instrumentation, efficient nanomaterial experimentation, and concurrent hypothesis testing that facilitate structural and mechanistic insight into the properties of relevant nanochemical and nanobiological systems.
Fundamentals of computational quantum mechanics and related computational methods applicable to nanoscience. Includes hands-on computer exercises.
Introduces natural and artificial nanomachines and micromachines with an emphasis on their structure and design, mechanisms of operation, and function.
Seminar dealing with topics that include advances in nanoscience and corollary fields such as synthetic biology, materials science, nanomaterials, and nanotechnology.
Research course for second year Nanoscience students to engage in independent research to collect the preliminary data that will be necessary for preparing their proposal document.
Student will carry out original research in nanoscience with the guidance of bis/her faculty advisor and committee as part of the Ph.D. in Nanoscience degree program.
Thesis Extension.
Dissertation Extension.
Research Extension.
Source: University of North Carolina at Greensboro's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
