NANOTECHNOLOGY

Nanotechnology is the study of the projected ability to construct items from the bottom up, using techniques and tools being which are developed today to make complete, high performance products. Nanotechnology is mostly the understanding and control of matter at dimensions between approximately 1 and 100 nanometers, where unique phenomena enable the most novel applications.

'Nano' is derived from the Greek language as dwarf and material when observed on a nano dimensional (10-9metre =1namometre)which shows drastic changes in Physical, Chemical, magnetic, optical, mechanical and electrical properties. It is the science of the miniature, and the technology of the future � which is one of the most exciting and wide area of research which may lead to the greatest technological advances of the 21st century. Nanotechnology can also be defined as the application of science, engineering and technology to develop materials and devices in different fields in the Nano-range.




Everything on this earth is been made up of atoms and the arrangement of the atoms determines the properties of matter. Thus, if atoms in coal are rearranged, we can get diamond. At present, though most extinguished scientists are able to move molecules and atoms in a mass still they are not able to precisely manipulate them. But in future, nanotechnology will allow to redesign easily and create what we want exactly.

Further, nano materials would be very light, strong, transparent, and totally different from bulk material because they are a thousand times smaller than the diameter of human hair, which is approximately around 60 microns. In India, Nanotechnology is still at its infancy and is targeted towards the main streams like electronics, healthcare markets, and other industrial products. Many scientific institutions have started the work of Research and Development (R&D) in this field.

It is a global phenomenon and an emerging field, which finds its way into a myriad of industrial applications spanning across all areas of science and technology. It is a form of molecular engineering and the technology associated with the creation and scrutiny of minute objects, measuring between 1 to 100 nanometers.



In areas as diverse as designing medical diagnostic devices to building better batteries, from creating cosmetics to enhancing energy efficient windows, from auto and plane manufacturing to researching the nature of matter itself, knowledge of nanoscale science and technology will be increasingly important during upcoming years and decades.

Current applications of nanoscale science and technology, and the various career opportunities, exist in areas such as:

• Electronics/semiconductor industry


• Material science including textiles, polymers, packaging


• Auto and aerospace industries


• Sports equipment


• Biotechnology


• Medical fields


• Optoelectronics


• Environmental monitoring and control


• Food science including quality control and packaging


• Forensics


• University and federal lab research


• National security


• Military


• And many more

Anticipating huge gains in future, countries like USA, UK, Japan, China, Germany and France have invested a lot of funds and have also focused programmes at the national level. The USA, under its National Initiatives in Nanotechnology, is planning to invest $1 trillion by 2015. The Indian Government has started a scheme "S&T Initiatives in Nanotechnology" with a capital of Rs.100 crore for five years. There is a growing demand for nanotechnology, you will start with a monthly salary of Rs.20,000 to Rs.30,000. The further rise is manifold and perks could be much more.



Nanotechnology seems to be back on the radars of the research community. Over 100 companies in the public and private domain and 50 universities in India seem to be working hard to harness the potential of this technology. And the promise includes applications that could have an immediate impact on a wide-ranging area - diagnosis and treatment of diseases, energy storage, production and conversion, display technologies, agricultural productivity enhancement, water treatment and remediation, and opto-electronic devices.



Job opportunities are awaiting for candidates with M.Tech in Nanotechnology in India and abroad. Considering the importance of research and development (R& D) in this new area, Indian industry has focused on nanomaterials and many scientific institutions have started research and development activities in the field. The CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research) has set up 38 laboratories, across the country, to carry out research and development work in this field. Some of the companies in India that provide job prospects are Cranes Software International Limited, Bangalore and Monad Nanotech Pvt. Ltd



Sky is the limit for a qualified Nanotechnologist. This field is expected to boom in the future and throw up a large number of job opportunities with handsome pay packages. The initial pay scale depends upon the industry. In government sector, a person with an M.Tech degree can expect a salary of around 20,000 to 30,000 per month. This is a field that has a manifold scope for perks and other benefits. Depending on the qualification, experience and nature of work, the pay packet may vary from Rs. 600000 to Rs. 12,00,000 per annum.



Qualifications
For pursuing a career in the filed of Nanotechnology, the aspirant must have a post graduate qualification in the subject. i.e they must have an M.Tech or M.Sc. degree in Nanotechnology. Eligibility criteria for pursuing Post Graduation in Nanotechnology is Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Life Sciences and with PCM (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics) as subsidiary subjects.

• M.Sc in Nanoscience


• M.Tech in Nanoscience and Technology


• M.Tech in Nanotechnology


• Ph.D in Nanoscience and Technology


• Ph.D in Nanotechnology

Nanotechnology Amity Institute of Nanotechnology (A.I.N.T.), Noida( Uttar Pradesh ) Amity Campus, Sector 125, (Adjoining New Delhi) , Noida ( Gautam Buddha Nagar Dist. ) - 201303 Integral University, Lucknow( Uttar Pradesh ) Dasauli, P.O. Bas-ha Kursi Road , Lucknow ( Lucknow Dist. ) - 226026 Dasauli, P.O. Bas-ha Kursi Road , Lucknow ( Lucknow Dist. ) - 226026 Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology Dept. of Bio-Nano Technology, Hisar( Haryana ) University of Madras : School of Physical Science, Guindy( Tamil Nadu ): Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi( Delhi ) Maulana Mohammad Ali Johar Marg, Jamia Nagar , New Delhi ( Delhi ) � 110025, Kalasalingam University, Krishnankoil( Tamil Nadu ) Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (M.A.N.I.T.), Bhopal( Madhya Pradesh ) Bhopal ( Bhopal Dist. ) � 462051 National Institute of Technology (N.I.T.), Kurukshetra( Haryana ) Kurukshetra ( Kurukshetra Dist. ) � 136119 National Institute to Technology (N.I.T.), Rourkela( Orissa ) Sector -1 , Rourkela ( Sundargarh Dist. ) - 769008 Sastra University , Thanjavur ( Thanjavur Dist. ) � 613402

Nanotechnology is not a managerial profession but a research field, engaged in finding out new structure and studying the properties of nano particles. In order to study Nanotechnology, one should have a good background of physics and chemistry.

Moreover, they should have an open, enquiring and scientific bent of mind with sound analytical skills and a natural propensity for research work. This is a field which requires lot of hard work and what is most essential is a burning desire to work. Skills in mathematics and computer programming would be an asset. Any knowledge that can be gained through formal, informal and self education would add your potential and value.