The focus of this program is on nanoscience and nanotechnology, two of the hottest fields in research.  This program is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and is directed toward all K-12 Math, Science, IT Educators and Guidance Counselors.

So what is nanotechnology?

Nanotechnology is a term that refers to the creation, measurement, manipulation and use of objects at the nanoscale, which is measured in nanometers. (The word comes from the Greek word for dwarf.) A nanometer is very tiny, a millionth of a millimeter. To put this in perspective, the period at the end of this sentence is about a million nanometers.

This multifaceted, educational program exposes educators directly to the world of nanoscience and technology through lectures and activities led by world-renowned experts in the field. Teachers that attend all three Spring Series Programs will have the knowledge and know how to enhance their lesson plans with basic nanotechnology concepts and become “best practice” experts, ensuring K-12 students are exposed to this emerging science field.





2009 NanoScIEnce Schedule:

Spring Lecture Series:
February 27, 2009 – Nanoscience What it is and Why it is Important
March 27, 2009 - Nanomaterials: Little Things Changing Our World
May 1, 2009 - Nanotechnology: Today, Tomorrow and the Future
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Summer Programs:
June 23, 2009 –Middle and High School Educators
July 14, 2009 – Elementary School Educators
July 20-24, 2009 - NanoCollege -UVA Week Long Summer Academy
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Nano Conference:
November 3, 2009 - Nano Conference for Virginia Educators
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Click here to view recorded Nano sessions.

For additional information, please contact Laura Holloway, NanoScience Coordinator, by phone at 434-766-6772 or via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The contents of the IALR nanoscience WebPages were developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.  However, those contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.  For more information about the national program, visit http://www.ed.gov/fipse .