Nanomatériaux

SYLLABUS

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 Intervenant : Roucham Zahira

E-mail : rouchem.zahira@univ-bechar.dz

 UE : Transversal

Module : Nanomaterials

Horaires : 1h30

Cours Magistral : 1 Cr

Langues :  Anglais

Objectif

Understand the fundamental concepts of nanomaterials and their scientific and technological importance.

- Identify and describe the different methods for synthesizing and characterizing nanomaterials.

- Analyze the specific properties of nanomaterials and their implications in analytical sciences.

- Apply the acquired knowledge to concrete application areas (health, environment, sensors, catalysis, etc.).

- Evaluate the ethical, regulatory, and environmental issues related to the handling and use of nanomaterials.

Contenue de l’unité

Chapter 1 – Introduction to Nanomaterials (2 weeks)

• Definitions and terminology (nano-objects, nanoparticles, nanocomposites, etc.)

• History and evolution of nanoscience

• Properties specific to the nanoscale: size effect, specific surface area, modified electronic, optical, and mechanical properties

• Application areas: health, energy, environment, catalysis, analytics, etc.

Chapter 2 – Nanomaterial Synthesis Methods (3 weeks)

• Top-down approach (milling, lithography, machining)

• Bottom-up approach (self-assembly, precipitation, sol-gel, hydrothermal synthesis, CVD, etc.)

• Control of size, shape, and crystalline structure

• Influence of synthesis conditions (pH, temperature, solvents, stabilizing agents)

• Examples of syntheses of metallic nanoparticles, oxides, polymers, and hybrid nanostructures

Chapter 3 – Nanomaterial Characterization Techniques (3 weeks)

• Microscopy: TEM, SEM, AFM (resolution, sample preparation, image interpretation)

• Diffraction and structural analysis: XRD, SAXS

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• Chemical and spectroscopic analysis: XPS, FTIR, UV-Vis, Raman, EDX

• Particle size and surface analysis: DLS, BET, zeta potential

Chapter 4 – Analytical properties of nanomaterials (2 weeks)

• Role of nanomaterials in improving the sensitivity and selectivity of chemical sensors and biosensors

• Catalytic properties and applications in detection (SERS, electrochemistry)

• Nanomaterials as immobilization supports (enzymes, antibodies, etc.)

• Case studies: gold nanoparticles, carbon nanotubes, quantum dots

Chapter 5 – Challenges, safety, and prospects of nanomaterials (2 weeks)

• Toxicological and ecotoxicological aspects

• Safety standards, REACH regulations, and laboratory handling

• Sustainable development and environmental impacts

• Current innovations and future prospects (nanoanalytics, nanomedicine, etc.)

Méthode d’enseignement :

 Une Semaine en ligne et Semaine de présence.

 Compétences ou capacités qui seront évaluées

 Utilises les exposes pour les étudiants.

 Mode d’évaluation

 

Modalité	Pondération
Assiduité
Rendu (examen partiel)
Examen final	100 %

Bibliographie

1. Cao, G., & Wang, Y. (2011). Nanostructures and nanomaterials: Synthesis, properties and applications. World Scientific.

2. Chattopadhyay, K. K., & Banerjee, A. N. (2012). Introduction to nanoscience and nanotechnology. PHI Learning.

3. Kulkarni, S. K. (2015). Nanotechnology: Principles and practices. Springer.

4. Pierson, H. O. (1999). Handbook of chemical vapor deposition (CVD): Principles, technology and applications. Noyes Publications.