Nanotechnology refers to technology used to manipulate very small particles, making possible the creation of functional structures that would have been inconceivable using conventional technology. Although nanotechnology deals with tiny particles, the benefits that it makes possible are enormous in size, enabling achievements that could only be dreamed of in the past. For this reason, it is now one of the hottest fields of scientific research in the world.
Here we provide what we hope will be an informative and enjoyable introduction to what nanotechnology is, and how we stand to benefit from it.
Shinichiro Yamamura-
Born in 1956 in Tokyo, Shinichiro Yamamura is a science writer in search of "science full of love, dreams, and inspiration."
In addition to writing primarily about all aspects of natural science as well as materials and goods manufacturing, he also chairs the Association of Enjoy Microscope at the Home in All Japan (which advocates the every family has its own microscope) and organizes events for boys and girls who love the sciences.
His publications include "Chousen! Kagaku Jikken Grand Prix" (Challenge! The Scientific Experiment Quiz Grand Prix), published by Godo-shuppan Corporation, and the co-authored "Shinkaron no Fushigi to Nazo" (Mysteries of the Theory of Evolution), published by Nihonbungeisha.
