Author Description

The goal of this volume is to identify and elaborate upon the unifying themes in nanostructured materials research, vis-a-vis their synthesis, characterization, and applications. Specifically, researchers from around the world gather here to review advances in these areas, assess their impact across materials science, and chart a course for breaking important new ground. Materials modification from the nanoscale to the mesoscale are highlighted. Topics include: synthesis and self assembly of nanoparticles; targeted design and synthesis of nanoparticles; nanolithography and functional nanomaterials; nanotemplates and nanostructures; optical and electrochemical properties of nanoparticles; magnetic properties of nanomaterials; and nanoparticles in biological systems.