Sunday Academy 2015: Nanoscience and Biotechnology Activity

This pdf document, provided by NUE: Exposing Engineering Students to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at the University of North Dakota, details a nanoscience and biotechnology activity that asks student to answer the following research question: "Why does hair turn gray?" Students will compare the thickness of hair and the size of a bit in a CD and/or DVD in order to learn the basics of nanotechnology and biotechnology. Students will also examine how these disciplines apply to their daily lives. This document provides a step-by-step process to complete this lab activity. It is eight pages in length and available for free download.