Author : Mamadou S. Diallo
Release : 2014-06-02
Genre : Technology & Engineering
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 409/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Nanotechnology for Sustainable Development by : Mamadou S. Diallo
Download or read book Nanotechnology for Sustainable Development written by Mamadou S. Diallo. This book was released on 2014-06-02. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world is facing great challenges in meeting rising demands for basic commodities (e.g., food, water, and energy), finished goods (e.g., cell phones, cars and airplanes) and services (e.g., shelter, healthcare and employment) while reducing and minimizing the impact of human activities on Earth's global environment and climate. Nanotechnology has emerged as a versatile platform that could provide efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally acceptable solutions to the global sustainability challenges facing society. This volume is devoted to the utilization of nanotechnology to improve or achieve sustainable development. Recent advances are highlighted and opportunities of utilizing nanotechnology to address global challenges in water purification, clean energy, greenhouse gas management, materials supply/utilization and manufacturing are discussed. Also, societal perspectives are addressed and an outlook of the role of nanotechnology in the convergence of knowledge, technology and society for achieving sustainable development is provided. This book offers a thematic collection of papers previously published in the Journal of Nanoparticle Research.