An introduction to Nanochemistry

Definition, length scales and importance of nanoscale and its technology

Self assembly of materials – self assembly of molecules – porous solids, nanowires, nanomachines and quantum dots.

Nano particles: Introduction – types of nanoparticles –Techniques to synthesize nanoparticles

– top down and bottom up approaches – common growth methods

Preparation, properties and applications of carbon nanotubes, nanorods, nano fibre and nanoclay 

toxic effects of nanomaterials.