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Our Vision |
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The vision for the South African nanoscience and nanotechnology school is to create
a pool of nanoscientists sufficiently trained to conduct nanoscience research. The
theme for 2009 is “addressing the fundamentals of nanoscience and advanced applications
in the field of health and water”
The school will focus on training aspirant and
experienced scientists from all corners of the globe, on the frontiers and fundamentals
of nanoscience and the application of the technology in the field of water and health.
The school will bring together experts in the field to present courses, covering
topics in physics, chemistry, life sciences, advanced materials characterization,
electronics and fabrication techniques. Participants will have an opportunity for
hands-on experience in characterization techniques in addition to discussions and debates that will
be conducted around safety and ethical issues of Nanotechnology.
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Focus Areas |
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Fundamentals (22 Nov – 2 Dec 2009)
- Nano in Nature and History
- Fundamentals in Nanosciences
- Frontiers in nanociences
- Characteristics of Nanomaterials
- Physics and Nanosciences
- Chemistry and Nanosciences
- Biology and Nanosciences
- Characterization Techniques
- Electronics and Nanosciences
- Fabrication of Nanostructures
- Applications in Industry
Advanced Applications (22 – 27 Nov 2009)
- Health: Drug
- Delivery Water
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Target Groups |
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The fundamental course: 3rd year students, Honours, MSc, PhD (not necessarily in
the nanotechnology).
The advanced course: MSc, PhD, post-docs in the specific field.
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Registration Dates |
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Registration commences on 31 May 2009
Early registration: 30 September 2009
Registration deadline: 31 October 2009 |
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Accommodation |
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Single accommodation: R 805.00 per person per night
Sharing accommodation: R 505.00 per person per night
Choose one of two options: Bed, breakfast and supper inclusive Single rooms at ZAR
805 per night.
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Double rooms at ZAR 495 per night per person sharing.
Accommodation fees include bed, breakfast and dinner. Course attendants are encouraged
to use the arranged accommodation at the Farm Inn for ease of transport regarding
after hours activities.
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What the fees will inclide |
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- Attendance to the lectures, seminars and practicals
- Participation to the social program
- Course materials and lunch and tea only during school hours
Please note: this does NOT include accommodation, breakfast and supper.
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