Re: [Sci.nanotech] Career Advice in Nanotechnology

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If you define nanoelectronics to mean devices designed to replace computer
chips, I don't think they will be ready for commercialization 7-8 years from
now. But if you define it to mean nanomaterials with electronic properties,
sure.
Much SPM-based nano research will not result in commercial products soon (too
low mass). Chemical and otherwise physical treatments have more near-term
comercial potential. It might be best to browse the 3M and Siemens websites to
find a (nano) product that interests you and let that application field guide
your study.
The world needs a solid-state hydrogen storage substrate, OLED lighting,
biosensors, "time-release fertilizer nanoparticles (for lower-footprint
agriculture)", desalination (nanomembranes)...Anthropic Reasoning suggests
these technologies must become commercially viable.
Seeking MNT has left me studying diamond surface chemistry and some ceramics.
SPM design isn't a commercially lucrative field over short time
horizons...computer modelling chemical reactions might not be a bad commercial
skill to have 7-8 years from now, the biomedical market will be big.

"Kaumodaki09@xxxxxxxxx" <Kaumodaki09@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I am from a computer sciences background & wanna get into a management
related role with start ups in nanotechnology.For that I am planning
to pursue a Msc in nanotechnology or advanced materials/materials
science from the UK & then later topping it up with a MBA/Management
of technology/MSTC program from the USA.

However Im not sure about the most practical subject line to study to
give me my desired profile.
Should I do a general course in nanotechnology,which acquaints me with
a bit of everything in nanotechnology without giving me a
specialization in a particular branch,or do I pick up a particular
branch like nano electronic devices or material sciences.



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