Chapters Brief Overview:
1: Molecular nanotechnology: An introduction to molecularscale systems that function at a molecular level.
2: Wet nanotechnology: Explores how biological systems inspire the development of nanotechnologies in living organisms.
3: Selfreplication: Discusses the potential for machines to replicate themselves, a cornerstone in advancing nanotechnology.
4: Engines of Creation: Focuses on the revolutionary ideas of selfreplicating systems and the future they hold for nanomedicine.
5: There's Plenty of Room at the Bottom: Feynman’s vision of molecular manipulation and its deep connection to nanotechnology.
6: Selfreplicating machine: Delves deeper into machines capable of replicating themselves and their future applications in nanomedicine.
7: Richard Smalley: An exploration of Smalley’s contributions to molecular nanotechnology, with an emphasis on the future of nanomedicine.
8: Feynman Prize in Nanotechnology: Examines the impact of the Feynman Prize on the development of the nanotechnology field.
9: Nanotechnology: An overview of nanotechnology’s principles, applications, and its intersection with healthcare and medicine.
10: Drexler–Smalley debate on molecular nanotechnology: Analyzes the ongoing debate about the theoretical and practical aspects of molecular nanotechnology.
11: History of nanotechnology: A retrospective look at the origins and development of nanotechnology and its medical potential.
12: Nanorobotics: Investigates the application of nanorobots in medical fields, paving the way for transformative medical treatments.
13: Mechanosynthesis: Discusses the technology enabling the construction of complex molecular structures with immense precision.
14: Gray goo: Delves into the theoretical risks of uncontrolled selfreplicating nanomachines and their impact on nanomedicine.
15: K. Eric Drexler: Highlights Drexler’s work, laying out the foundations for the future of molecular manufacturing and nanomedicine.
16: Nanomedicine: The integration of nanotechnology with medicine, focusing on treatments and diagnostic tools for the future.
17: Molecular assembler: Discusses machines capable of assembling molecules with precision, a core concept in nanomedicine.
18: Robert Freitas: An exploration of Robert Freitas’ contributions to nanomedicine, including his work on molecular machines.
19: Ralph Merkle: Examines Ralph Merkle’s groundbreaking research on nanotechnology and its role in the future of medicine.
20: Ecophagy: A theoretical concept of nanomachines that could consume environmental waste, with implications for medical applications.
21: Productive nanosystems: Focuses on the creation of nanosystems capable of producing complex structures, paving the way for medical advancements.
The chapters provide a roadmap for understanding how molecular nanotechnology will revolutionize healthcare, making this book indispensable for anyone seeking to understand its profound potential.