Ask a Scientist – Nano expert: Lisa Friedersdorf

Lisa Friedersdorf, director of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office, introduces nanotechnology as the control and manipulation of matter at the nanoscale, which is a billionth of a meter. She explains that nanotechnology operates at the atomic and molecular levels. The video highlights current and future applications of nanotechnology, as well as historical examples such as stained glass windows and ancient steel swords. These examples demonstrate that while modern tools allow us to image at the nanoscale, nanotechnology has been applied throughout history.

What future applications of nanotechnology are mentioned in the text?

How have ancient steels utilized nanotechnology in their production?