Molecular Nanotechnology: Advancing Nanoscale Engineering for Biological Innovation
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Chapters Brief Overview:
1: Molecular Nanotechnology – An introduction to the core principles and future implications of molecularscale engineering.
2: Wet Nanotechnology – Explores biological nanostructures and their role in nanobiotechnology applications.
3: Feynman Prize in Nanotechnology – Highlights the prestigious award and its influence on advancing molecular nanotechnology.
4: Mechanosynthesis – Discusses the potential of atomically precise manufacturing in building molecular structures.
5: History of Nanotechnology – Traces the evolution of nanotechnology from early concepts to modern advancements.
6: Molecular Assembler – Examines the theoretical and practical potential of machines capable of molecularlevel assembly.
7: Nanomedicine – Explores how molecular nanotechnology is transforming drug delivery, diagnostics, and therapies.
8: Ecophagy – Analyzes the speculative risks of uncontrolled selfreplicating nanotechnology on the environment.
9: Ralph Merkle – Showcases the contributions of a pioneering researcher in nanotechnology and cryptography.
10: Nanorobotics – Investigates the design and functionality of microscopic robots for medical and industrial use.
11: Engines of Creation – Reviews Eric Drexler’s visionary book that shaped the discourse on molecular nanotechnology.
12: There's Plenty of Room at the Bottom – Explores Richard Feynman’s groundbreaking lecture that inspired nanotechnology.
13: SelfReplication – Examines the concept of molecular machines capable of autonomously reproducing structures.
14: Robert Freitas – Highlights the work of a leading researcher in nanomedicine and molecular manufacturing.
15: Gray Goo – Discusses the hypothetical scenario of uncontrolled nanobots consuming matter endlessly.
16: Richard Smalley – Reviews the contributions of a Nobel laureate in advancing nanomaterials and molecular science.
17: Nanotechnology – Provides an overview of the broader discipline and its intersections with molecular nanotechnology.
18: K. Eric Drexler – Chronicles the vision of the scientist who pioneered the concept of molecular manufacturing.
19: SelfReplicating Machine – Explores the feasibility and applications of autonomous molecular assembly systems.
20: Drexler–Smalley Debate on Molecular Nanotechnology – Analyzes the key arguments shaping the field’s direction.
21: Productive Nanosystems – Investigates scalable molecular manufacturing and its implications for future industries.
Molecular Nanotechnology is more than just a scientific concept—it is a gateway to groundbreaking innovations that will redefine industries. This book equips readers with the knowledge needed to understand, contribute to, and shape the future of this transformative field.
