Nanotechnology Applications and Its Future

Introduction

• Conversational anecdote with a professor about career goals.
• Initial Goal: Use nanotechnology in smart sensors, cancer therapy, and environmental protection.
• Purpose: Enrich the health and well-being of the planet and its inhabitants.
• Participation in global hackathons at MIT, Stanford, and Harvard.

Basics of Nanotechnology

• Definition of Nano: One billionth of a meter (0.1 nanometer).
• Example: 60,000 words from Coldplay's discography vs. diameter of one nanofiber.

Nanotechnology in Health and Wellness

• Immunity Boosting Foods: Use of microencapsulation to protect probiotic bacteria.
• Paper: Published in Food Frontiers Wiley, titled "Advancements of Nanotechnology in Food Science and Industry".

Nanotechnology in Medicine

• Cancer Therapy: Use of nanofibers for targeted chemotherapy.
  • Targets only cancer cells, minimizing harm to normal cells.
  • Reduces side effects and prevents cancer recurrence.
• Paper: "Electrospun Nanofibers in Cancer Therapy".

Environmental Protection

• Plastic Waste Issue: Example of an energy bar wrapper taking 250 years to decompose in a landfill.
• Alternative Material: Nanocellulose as a replacement for plastic.
  • Eco-friendly and sustainable.
  • Published work: "Applications of Nanocellulose in Supercapacitors".

Safe Drinking Water in Military

• Research Fellowship: University of Waterloo.
• Project: Developed a device to detect pesticides in water.
  • Combines three detection spots in one device, providing accurate results under two minutes.

Everyday Applications of Nanotechnology

• Tennis Balls: Longer-lasting due to nanotechnology.
• Sunscreen: UV protection using nanotechnology.
• Clothing: Nanofiber-enhanced fabric to repel dirt.

Future of Nanotechnology

• Currently in the first or second generation of nanomaterials.
• Future generations could involve nano-robotics.
• Emphasis on present investment for a better future.
• Closing Thought: Are we thinking Nano enough today to enrich lives for a better tomorrow?

Conclusion

• Nanotechnology's potential to revolutionize multiple fields.
• Untapped possibilities awaiting further research and development.