Lithography of Polymer Nanostructures on Glass for Teaching Polymer Chemistry and Physics.

ABSTRACT: As nanolithography becomes increasingly important in technology and daily life, a variety of inexpensive and creative methods toward communicating the concepts underpinning these processes in the classroom are necessary. An experiment is described that uses simple CD-Rs, C-clamps, an oven, and a freezer to provide concrete examples and insights into the chemistry and principles of nanolithography. The experiment also has flexibility, making it suitable for a range of classroom levels from high school to more advanced labs in college. Because CD-Rs are composed of grooves of polycarbonate, the experiment provides a basis for discussions and exploration into the chemistry and physics of polymers on the nanoscale.

SUBMITTER: Sahar-Halbany A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3115560 | biostudies-literature | 2011 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature