Applied Physics and Materials Science

Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials

Nanotechnology continues to redefine possibilities in electronics, medicine, energy, and materials science. This track focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and application of nanomaterials including nanotubes, quantum dots, nanowires, and graphene. Topics include surface functionalization, toxicity studies, nanodevice fabrication, and self-assembly. The track encourages cross-disciplinary work in nano-enabled drug delivery, nanosensors, nanoelectronics, and advanced manufacturing. Presentations will highlight innovations that harness the unique properties of materials at the nanoscale.