Material Detail

Teachers' Domain presents this interactive lesson on cancer nanotechnology, which explores how scientists are using nanotechnology for medical purposes, specifically cancer research and treatment. The material is a good example of how nanotechnology is used as a solution to a real problem. Topics in nanotechnology that are covered include nanotubes, nanowires, quantum dots, and fullerenes. The lesson includes 11 slides with reading materials and colorful illustrations as well as a supplemental background essay, discussion questions, and standards alignment from Teachers' Domain.

Disciplines:

• Health Sciences