Ramsden J. Applied Nanotechnology

William Andrew, Elsevier, 2009, 163 pagesAn overview of nanotechnology that encompasses scientific, technological, economic and social issues - investigating the potential of nanotechnology to transform whole sectors of industry from healthcare to energy. Jeremy Ramsden provides a blueprint for those involved in the commercialization of nanotechnology.In Applied Nanotechnology Professor Ramsden takes an integrated approach to the scientific, commercial and social aspects of nanotechnology, exploring:
The relationship between nanotechnology and innovation
The changing economics and business models required to commercialize innovations in nanotechnology
Product design challenges - investigated through case studies
Applications in various sectors, including composite materials, energy and agriculture