EEMS 6365 Nanotechnologies for Food and Agriculture

This course provides students with challenging issues in food and agriculture and nanotechnology is one of the exciting new fields of research to address many of the pressing needs in the food and agriculture sectors. It is divided into three parts: Part I incorporates emerging nanotechnologies, Part II deals with nanotechnologies used in detection, delivery, and treatment, Part III addresses the toxicity issues and acceptance of this technology by public. It is also intended to provide a step stone to students for establishing collaborations, formulating strategies, and spawning new ideas and approaches that will help resolve some of the most vexing challenges facing food and agriculture in a growing world.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Graduate Standing

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Schl of Earth, Env, & Mari Sci

Offered

As scheduled