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Exploring the Nanoworld > Intro to Nano >

What is a Nanotechnologist?

We're not exactly sure, but we've talked to some people who do nanotechnology. Here are some of their answers and advice for those interested in being a nanotechnologist or just in knowing what it's all about.

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  Bin Yang: Growing Artificial Atoms
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  Trisha Schmid: A Policy Approach to Nanotechnology
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  Brian Clare: A Golden Pathway
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  Rachel Cannara: Diamonds in the Basement
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  Matt D'Amato: The Landscape of Virus Hunting
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  Brad Larson: Turning LEGOs into Nanotechnology Gold

For more information about career and education possibilities in nanotechnology, check out these two web-sites by the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI):

• http://www.nano.gov/html/edu/eduunder.html
  • a comprehensive list of nanotechnology eduation programs and opportunities in the United States
• http://www.nano.gov/html/edu/careers.htm
  • a list of web-sites and resources with more information about careers in nanotechnology

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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under DMR Grant No. 0520527
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