Nanotech Master's Degree

Nanotechnology is a relatively young discipline, with most activities existing in university research or private industry. However, with some of the expected benefits of nanotechnology, eventually there will be a large need for skilled workers.

Universities are already starting to prepare people for the future, and I'll do my best to post about any programs I read or hear about. The first program I've come across is at the famed Johns Hopkins University. They have a Master's program with a nanotechnology option of 10 courses, designed for the Engineering and Applied Science Programs for Professionals (EPP).

Future Technology Sampler

PC Mag has a great article called "ten technologies you've never heard of." Here's a summary of four of those technologies.

(1) Silicon brain could be used for artificial intelligence. European researchers have already created neuro-chips which fuse brain cells and microprocessors. Primary applications could be prosthetic devices or organic computers.

(2) Bacterial photography uses a GM (Genetically Modified) form of E coli bacteria to build a biosensor that responds to light. The result is monochromatic images of 100 megapixels per square inch - incredibly high-resolution. A combination of sensors could even be created to find tumors and deliver a drug.

(3) Tritium batteries last for years and are based on the decay of the hydrogen isotope tritium, which has a half-life of 12.3 years. That means such a battery could keep functioning for decades.

(4) Viral fashion consists of fashion accessories that can change patterns. New patterns will be available and shareable wirelessly. Get a head start on the technology now, and the be the Gucci of tomorrow.

Read more about nanotechnology and other fringe tech and science research at Chaos Review.

Welcome to Nanotechnology Journal

This site will be a lense to resources about nanotechnology, offering summaries and commentary of news in the area of nanotechnology and related tech.

Nanotechnology refers to technology built on the atomic level, measured in nanometers. Here is a more indepth explanation of nanotechnology.