Clean Water through Nanotechnology: Needs, Gaps, and Fulfillment

Nanotechnology and Water

In this paper the role of nanobiotechnology in the study of biological systems in water environment is presented. The functional nano-meter-scale structures in the cell such as genetic material, membranes, enzymes and molecular machines are decribed. The knowledge gained has applications in nanomedicine. Nanoparticles have practical applications in detection of water pollution and water purific...

Bridging the Gaps: Science Fiction in Nanotechnology

This paper argues that narrative elements from the science fiction (SF) literary genre are used in the discourse of Nanoscience and Technology (NST) to bridge the gap between what is technically possible today and its inflated promises for the future. The argument is illustrated through a detailed discussion of two NST texts. The paper concludes by arguing that the use of SF narrative technique...

Computer Science for Nanotechnology: Needs and Opportunities

For many decades, nanotechnology has been developed with cooperation from researchers in several fields of studies including physics, chemistry, biology, material science, engineering, and computer science. In this paper, we explore the nanotechnology development community and identify the needs and opportunities of computer science research in nanotechnology. This paper is intended to benefit ...

Providing clean water, keeping water clean: an integrated approach.

Millions of people, most of whom are children in developing countries, die of basic hygiene-related diseases every year. Interventions in hygiene, sanitation and water supply have been shown to control disease burden. Universal access to improved water sources and basic sanitation remains elusive but is an important long-term goal. Studies have shown that improving the microbiological quality o...

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