The Biggest Event for the Smallest Science!

March 24 - April 1, 2012

NanoDays at the Science Museum of Minnesota is part of a nationwide festival of educational programs about nanoscale science and engineering.

From March 24 through April 1, look for activities and programs that bring this new field of science into the public spotlight. Join us for special events and demonstrations that highlight the technology coming out of the study of nanoscale science.

Just what is nano?

Nano is anything that is so small that you measure it in nanometers. A nanometer is one-billionth of a meter—that's 100,000 times smaller than the width of a hair! That means anything nano is really small. Because these particles are so small, they often act differently on the nanoscale. For example, nanoparticles of gold can look red, orange, green, or purple!

Nanotechnology will affect all of us—from everyday things like clothing that won't stain, to extraordinary medical discoveries that will save lives.

For more information about nanotechnology, visit www.whatisnano.org.