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Aug 06, 2026
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NANO 207 - Bioapplications of Nanotechnology
PREREQUISITES: NANO 202 - Characterization and Testing of Nanotechnology Structures and Materials and NANO 204 - Materials in Nanotechnology .
PROGRAM: Nanotechnology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course examines the usage of nanotechnology for bioapplications. Students learn about the use of nanoparticles in biology and using nano-metrology techniques, like scanning electron microscopy and liquid atomic force microscopy, for bio-characterization. Focus is also given on functionalization, nano drug delivery systems, disease detection, and microfluidics. The potential health concerns of nanotechnology are also explored.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Determine the uses and applications of nanotechnology in biology.
- Perform imaging of biostructures by SEM and liquid AFM.
- Design and fabricate microfluidic channels.
- Characterize the uses of functionalization for bionanotechnology.
- Explore the potential health concerns of using nanotechnology.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Microfluidics
- Disease Detection (Lab-on-a-chip)
- Bioapplications of Silver, Gold, and Quantum Dot Nanoparticles
- Targeted Drug Delivery Systems and Cancer Treatment
- Nanoscale Characterization Techniques for Biology
- Hydroxyapatite Coatings for Implant Biocompatibility
- DNA Manipulation
- Biosensing Using Nanomaterials
- Nano-scale Material Health Concerns
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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