Development of a research-intensive, multidisciplinary Minor in Nanotechnology Studies (NTS)

At Stony Brook University, we have developed a multidisciplinary minor in Nanotechnology Studies unique in its ability to attract undergraduate students from a broad range of academic backgrounds, to integrate into existing majors and programs through mentored research, and to foster professional development through teamwork, communications and active learning. The Minor in Nanotechnology Studies (NTS) is an interdisciplinary, research-intensive program intended for students in majors from the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences or the College of Arts and Sciences at who wish to learn about the emerging field of nanotechnology. The coursework in the Minor provides a broad background in the science, design, manufacture, and societal, health and environmental impacts of nanomaterials and nanoscale structures and their applications in engineering and health related areas. The inclusion of a minimum of two semesters of research in the students' own major areas, as well as choice of technical electives, will allow for integration into current interests and disciplines, and will provide knowledge and skills valuable to students planning to seek employment or graduate studies in fields related to the engineering, business, policy or broader impact of nanotechnology.