Recent ProfessorsNot yet assignedRecent SemestersNo scheduled sections on recordClass SizeNot publishedCredits3PrerequisiteBIOL 32 or BIOL 33. Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis survey course will introduce students to the broad field of nanobiotechnology by highlighting principles of nanoscience and nanotechnology and their applications in biomolecular, biomedical, medical, and environmental nanoscience. These concepts will be reinforced through research presentations from industry professionals that utilize the techniques and methodologies discussed during lectures. This course is designed to prepare students to enter the growing biotechnology workforce or to transfer. Topics explored in this course include the history of nanoscience and its impact on society; synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials; chemical properties and potential interactions in biological systems; and the industry and workforce applications of nanomaterials. The course is intended to supplement the advanced biotechnology skills and methods courses and to assist students in networking with industry professionals. By the end of the course, students should be able to demonstrate competency in the methods for fabricating and characterizing nanomaterials used in biological contexts; describe the impact that nanobiotechnology has on society; apply their knowledge of biotechnology and nanoscience to design a novel experiment; engage and communicate with industry professionals. 