IDENTIFYING DATA 2016_17
Subject (*) NANOSCIENCE AND NANOTECHNOLOGY Code 20705103
Study programme
Nanoscience, Materials and Processes: Chemical Technology at the Frontier
 Cycle 2nd
Descriptors Credits Type Year Period
5 Compulsory First AN
Language
Anglès
Department Chemical Engineering
Analytical Chemistry and Organic Chemistry
Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
Coordinator
RIUS FERRÚS, FRANCISCO JAVIER
 E-mail f.diaz@urv.cat
fxavier.rius@urv.cat
ciara.osullivan@urv.cat
Lecturers
DÍAZ GONZÁLEZ, FRANCISCO MANUEL
RIUS FERRÚS, FRANCISCO JAVIER
O'SULLIVAN ., CIARA
Web http://http://etseq.urv.es/etseq/masters/nanociencia/
General description and relevant information The overall objective of the subject is to introduce the basic concepts of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. We introduce the scientific principles that explain the appearance of new properties displayed by nanostructures and nanomaterials. We study the processes to design and produce nanostructures, their manufacture, processing and modification. We also describe the main physical and biochemical properties at nanoscopic scale and the techniques for characterization of nanostructured materials. The main applications of nanostructured materials and systems in the field of science and engineering (medicine, energy, catalysis, tissue product design and process of life) are also reviewed. Finally, the social impact of nanotechnology and future prospects are covered.

Competences
Type A Code Competences Specific
 A1.1 A1.1. Successfully studying and learning about the chosen research ambit: evaluating the technical and scientific importance, the technological potential and the viability of the nanoscience, design, preparation, properties, processes, developments, techniques and applications of materials.
 A1.5 A1.5. Formulate, develop and apply materials, products and mechanisms that use nanostructures.
 A2.2 A2.2. Critically evaluating the results of research in the field of nanotechnology, materials and products and process design.
 A2.3 A2.3. Evaluating the legal, economic and financial aspects of applying research results in the fields of nanoscience, materials and chemical technology to industry.
 A2.4 A2.4 Developing awareness in environmental and social issues related to nanoscience, materials and the general field of chemical technology.
Type B Code Competences Transversal
 B4.1 B4.1. Continuously learning.
 B4.2 B4.2 Learning autonomously and by using initiative.
 B5.1 B5.1. Working autonomously whilst remaining responsible and using initiative, in a research and innovative context.
 B5.3 B5.3. Applying critical, logical and creative thought in a research and innovative context.
Type C Code Competences Nuclear
 C1.1 Have an intermediate mastery of a foreign language, preferably English
 C1.3 Be able to manage information and knowledge

Learning outcomes
Type A Code Learning outcomes
 A1.1 A1.1 Understand and identify the methods for fabricating, processing, stabilising and functionalising materials.
A1.1 Can formulate general knowledge about the leading materials in the field of nanotechnology.
A1.1 Understand the physical principles that give rise to the properties related to the size of nanostructures.
 A1.5 A1.5 Can design and manufacture products that contain nanostructures as the differential elements of their composition.
 A2.2 A2.2 Can formulate knowledge on the most important techniques for characterising nanostructures.
 A2.3 A2.3 Can advise on issues in nanoscience and legal, economic and financial engineering and apply research results in industry.
 A2.4 A2.4 Show that they have acquired an overview of the main fields in nanomaterials, with particular focus on those that currently have the greatest social impact: nanobiotechnology, nanomedicine, nanoelectronics, nanoenergy, among others.
Type B Code Learning outcomes
 B4.1 B4.1 Autonomously adopt the appropriate learning strategies in every situation.
B4.1 Set their own learning objectives.
 B4.2 B4.2 Ask the appropriate questions for solving doubts or open questions, and search for information with criteria.
B4.2 Select a procedure from among the possibilities suggested by the lecturer.
 B5.1 B5.1 Analyse their own limitations and potential for undertaking a particular task.
B5.1 Decide how to manage and organize the work and time required to carry out a task from the basis of a general plan.
B5.1 Decide how to manage and organize the work and time.
B5.1 Reflect on their learning process and learning needs.
 B5.3 B5.3 Follow a logical method for identifying the causes of a problem.
Type C Code Learning outcomes
 C1.1 Express opinions on abstract or cultural topics in a limited fashion.
Explain and justify briefly their opinions and projects.
Understand instructions about classes or tasks assigned by the teaching staff.
Understand routine information and articles.
Understand the general meaning of texts that have non-routine information in a familiar subject area.
Write letters or take notes about foreseeable, familiar matters.
 C1.3 Locate and access information effectively and efficiently.
Critically evaluate information and its sources, and add it to their own knowledge base and system of values.
Have a full understanding of the economic, legal, social and ethical implications of accessing and using information.
Reflect on, review and evaluate the information management process.

Contents
Topic Sub-topic
Lesson 1. Nanomaterials vs. macroscopic materials. Techniques 'bottom-up' and 'top-down'. Types of nanostructures: zero-dimensional: nanoparticles, quantum dots. One-dimensional: nanotubes, nanowires, nanorods. Two-dimensional: thin layers, self-assembled monolayers. Nanoporous membranes, multilayers. Hybrid nanomaterials. Effects of the nanoscale on the properties (electronic, magnetic, quantum, catalytic ...) of materials. Impact on process engineering and product design.
Lesson 2. Nanochemistry. Molecular structure and energy. Foundations of quantum effects. Reactivity. Supramolecular chemistry. Nature of supramolecular interactions. Molecular recognition and molecular receptors. Spintronics: spin valves. Molecular electronics: organic semiconductors, molecular switches and interconnects.
Lesson 3. Nanophysics: Nanoelectronics. Nanoelectronic semiconductor devices. Nanomechanical. Fundamental mechanical properties: elastic, thermal and kinetic physical systems at the nanoscale. Nanotribology (friction and wear at the nanoscale mechanical contact). Nanoelectromechanical systems (NEMS). Nanofluidics. Nanodevices. Nano-Optical Detection of light in nanostructures: SNOM. Optical quantum wells and wires. Periodic nanostructures.
Lesson 4. Nanobiotechnology. Nanostructured and biological systems. Nanomanipulation: AFM and optical tweezers. Micro nanoarrays. Dendrimers and bionanoparticles.
Lesson 5. Nanofabrication techniques. Chemical methods. Growth layers by physical means. Top-down nanostructuring techniques. Bottom-up nanostructuring techniques. Pattern techniques.
Lesson 6. Characterization techniques for nanomaterials. Spectroscopy. Microscopies: electronic, proximity and others. Surface analysis. Complementary techniques.
tem 7. Nanomaterials and energy. Catalysis and molecular recognition: synthetic enzymes (sinzymas) heterogeneous processes. Nanomaterials for batteries and ultracapacitors. Fuel cells. Solar cells.
Lesson 8. Nanomaterials and medicine. Tissue engineering: functional polymers, nanocomposites polymer / inorganic nanomaterials bioactive nanostructured scaffolds. Autorepair smart materials. Product design for a controlled dosage, therapeutic targeting / implants / metabolic engineering.
Item 9. Application of Nanobiotechnology to diagnosis and therapy. Teragnosis. Biosensors. Lab-on-a-chip. Improved contrast in MRI. Drug delivery using nanoparticles and dendrimers. Intracellular trafficking.
Lesson 10. Social impact of Nanotechnology. Future prospects. Biocompatibility and toxicity. Environment.

Planning
Methodologies  ::  Tests
  Competences (*) Class hours
 Hours outside the classroom
 (**) Total hours
Introductory activities
C1.1
 1 0.5 1.5
Lecture
A1.1
A1.5
B5.1
 37 37 74
Seminars
A2.4
B4.1
B4.2
 3 9 12
Assignments
A1.1
A1.5
A2.3
B4.1
B5.1
C1.1
 7 14 21
Personal tuition
3 1.5 4.5
 
Mixed tests
A2.2
A2.3
A2.4
B4.2
B5.3
C1.3
 6 6 12
 
(*) On e-learning, hours of virtual attendance of the teacher.
(**) The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students.

Methodologies
Methodologies
  Description
Introductory activities Activities to make contact and collect student information. Presentation of the subject.
Lecture Delivery and explanation of the contents of the course.
Seminars Working depth of a topic (monograph). Further discussion of the contents given in lectures with professional work.
Assignments Work done by the student.
Personal tuition Time that each lecturer devotes to attend and answer questions to students.

Personalized attention
Description
Dr. Ciara O'Sullivan ICREA Research Professor Nanobiotechnology & Bioanalysis Group, Department of Chemical Engineering, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Avinguda Països Catalans, 26 Tarragona 43007 Spain Tel: 0034977558740/0034977240312 Fax: 0034977559667/0034977559721 Dr. F. Diaz ICREA Academia FiCMA (Physics and Crystallography of Materials) Campus Sescelades UNIVERSITY ROVIRA i VIRGILI (URV) C/Marcel·lí Domingo, 1 43007 Tarragona (Spain) Office: +34977559517 http://www.urv.cat/dquimfi/ficma/ca/index.html Dr. F. Xavier Rius Professor of Analytical Chemistry UNIVERSITAT ROVIRA I VIRGILI Department of Analytical Chemistry and Organic Chemistry c/Marcel•lí Domingo s/n 43007 Tarragona SPAIN Tel. +34 977 559 562 Fax +34 977 558 446 http://www.quimica.urv.cat/quimio/nanosensors

Assessment
Methodologies Competences Description Weight        
Assignments
A1.1
A1.5
A2.3
B4.1
B5.1
C1.1
 Individual or in group work made by students
 40-50%
Mixed tests
A2.2
A2.3
A2.4
B4.2
B5.3
C1.3
 Several types of tests are performed to evaluate the level attained by the student. The tests can be development tests or tests that may contain shorter multiple choices. 50-60%
Others  
 
Other comments and second exam session

In the second round, the knowledge will be assessed using tests.The marks obtained during the course assigned to individual/collective workand presentations will be kept.

During testing assessment, mobile phones, tablets and other devices that are not expressly authorized electrònics for the test must be switched off and out of sight.

Sources of information

Basic Charles P. Poole, Frank J. Owens Hoboken, Introduction to nanotechnology , Wiley , 2003
Geoffrey A. Ozin and André C. Arsenault , Nanochemistry: a chemical approach to nanomaterials , RSC Publishing, 2005
Christof M. Niemeyer and Chad A. Mirkin Weinheim (eds.) , Nanobiotechnology: concepts, applications and perspectives , Wiley-VCH, 2004
Barbara Karn et al. (eds.) , Nanotechnology and the environment: applications and implications , Oxford University Press, 2004
, Encyclopedia of nanoscience and nanotechnology , ,
Huck Wilhelm T. S., Nanoscale Assembly Techniques. , Springer-Verlag New York, LLC, 2005
Edward L. Wolf, Nanophysics and Nanotechnology: An Introduction to Modern Concepts in Nanoscience , Wiley , 2004
Michael Kohler, Wolfgang Fritzsche, Nanotechnology: An Introduction to Nanostructuring Techniques, Wiley-VCH, 2004
Robert A. Freitas Jr., Nanomedicine, Vol. IIA: Biocompatibility , Landes Biosciences, 2003
Robert A. Freitas Jr. , Nanomedicine: Basic Capabilities, Vol. 1, Landes Biosciences , 1999

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