On this quadranscentennial episode of Nanovation, Vivian Ferry from the University of Minnesota joins the podcast to talk about nanophotonics -- the ability to squeeze light into and manipulate it with nanoscale objects. We talk about the use of nanophotonics in applications ranging from solar energy harvesting to catalysis and cover the litany of materials and manufacturing challenges. Show details: • Hosted and edited by Michael Filler (@michaelfiller) • Recorded on November 17, 2016 • Show notes are available at <a href="http://www.fillerlab.com/nanovation/archive/25" rel="noopener">http://www.fillerlab.com/nanovation/archive/25</a> • Submit feedback at <a href="http://www.fillerlab.com/nanovation/feedback" rel="noopener">http://www.fillerlab.com/nanovation/feedback</a>

26: Jen Dionne - The light at the end of the tunnel

Nanotechnology is a more precise way of doing everything — making things, assembling things, measuring things, sorting things, etc. From construction and energy to health and information technology, few industries will be immune to its influence. The Nanovation podcast is a forum to address the big questions, challenges, and opportunities of nanotechnology. Topics lie at the intersection of nanoscience, manufacturing, technology, business, and society. The podcast is conversational in format and aimed at a general, yet technically-savvy audience. Nanovation is hosted by Prof. Michael Filler from the Georgia Institute of Technology.