Science Quickly Go Inside M.I.T.'s 50,000 Square Foot Clean Room
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Mar 28, 2025 Vladimir Bulović, the director of MIT.nano, takes listeners on an exciting tour of the pristine clean room where cutting-edge nanotechnology comes to life. He explains how the strict cleanliness standards enhance research, especially for those with allergies. The conversation dives into revolutionary tools like scanning tunneling microscopes that allow scientists to manipulate atoms. Additionally, Bulović discusses promising nanoscale innovations, from molecular clocks to ultra-thin solar cells, shaping the future of technology and everyday devices.
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Nanoscale in Everyday Life
- Nanoscale phenomena are pervasive in everyday life, from the scent of coffee to the function of our cells.
- These nanoscale interactions are fundamental to our sensory experiences and biological processes.
The Dawn of Nano Exploration
- The ability to directly observe and manipulate atoms and molecules at the nanoscale is relatively recent, starting in the late 1980s.
- This new capability has revolutionized fields like electronics, medicine, and materials science.
Nanoscale Imaging Tools
- Tools like transmission electron microscopes (TEMs) enable scientists to visualize atomic structures using electrons instead of photons.
- Cryogenic TEMs allow for the 3D reconstruction of biological molecules by freezing and imaging them in multiple orientations.