nanotechnology

The use of nanoscale materials and devices to create new products and technologies.

"The researcher was exploring the potential of nanotechnology to improve the efficiency of solar cells."

The manipulation of matter on an atomic or molecular scale.

"The scientists were using nanotechnology to develop new methods for targeted drug delivery."

The study and application of extremely small things, typically on the scale of nanometers.

"The company was working on developing new nanotechnology materials for medical applications."