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    Advanced Functional Materials

    Dr. Abdur Rahim


    Associate Professor

    Date 04-09-2024
    Course Title: Advanced Functional Materials
    Course Code: CHM623
    Credit Hours: 3(3, 0)
    Course Objectives:
    • To develop novel approaches to manipulate living systems.
    • To provide knowledge about the key mechanisms of functional materials.
    Course Contents:
    Material science and its bio-processing, Integrated nanoscale materials, Micropatterns, Cell Patterning, Microfluidics,
    Nanofluidics, Nano-bio-fabrications, Bio functional surfaces, Synthetic biomimetic tools, Biointerfaces, Biosensors and
    biomaterials, chemical sensors, fabrication of sensors, simulation of nanoscale phenomena, molecular tweezers and
    switches, molecular motors and muscles, photo switches. Nanoparticles for drug and gene delivery, Nanoparticles
    tailoring, Tissue Engineering, Bioactive coatings. Therapeutic agents, Potential biomarkers.
    Recommended Books:
    • Principles of Bioinorganic Chemistry, S. 1. Lippard and 1. M. Berg, Panima
    Publishing Corporation, New Delhi (1997)
    • New Materials, Process, and Methods Technology, M. Schwartz, CRC, Press, New
    York,2006
    •Definition: Advanced functional materials are materials engineered to have
    •specific properties and functionalities for a wide range of applications.

    •Importance: They play a crucial role in technology, healthcare, energy,


    •and environmental sustainability.
    Types of Advanced Functional Materials
    1.Nanomaterials
    1.Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs)
    2.Graphene
    3.Quantum Dots
    2.Smart Materials
    1.Shape Memory Alloys
    2.Piezoelectric Materials
    3.Thermochromic Materials
    3.Biomaterials
    1.Biocompatible Polymers
    2.Bioactive Glasses
    4. Composites
    1.Fiber-reinforced Composites
    2.Metal Matrix Composites
    5. Metamaterials
    1.Negative Index Materials
    2.Photonic Crystals
    Synthesis and Fabrication Techniques

    •Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD)

    •Electrospinning

    •Sol-Gel Process

    •3D Printing

    •Molecular Beam Epitaxy


    Properties of Advanced Functional Materials

    •Electrical Properties: Conductivity, semiconductivity

    •Optical Properties: Transparency, photoluminescence

    •Mechanical Properties: Strength, flexibility, hardness

    •Thermal Properties: Thermal conductivity, expansion

    •Chemical Properties: Corrosion resistance, catalytic activity


    Applications in Electronics

    •Semiconductors: Use in transistors, diodes

    •Flexible Electronics: Wearable devices, foldable screens

    •Sensors: Biosensors, environmental sensors

    •Energy Storage: Supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries


    Applications in Healthcare

    •Drug Delivery Systems: Targeted therapy, controlled release

    •Implants and Prosthetics: Biocompatible materials for joint


    replacements, dental implants

    •Tissue Engineering: Scaffolds for tissue regeneration

    •Diagnostic Tools: MRI contrast agents, biosensors


    Applications in Energy

    •Photovoltaic Cells: Solar panels with improved efficiency

    •Fuel Cells: Enhanced catalysts for energy conversion

    •Energy Harvesting: Piezoelectric materials for converting


    mechanical energy

    •Thermoelectric Materials: Converting heat into electricity


    Environmental Applications

    •Water Purification: Membranes and filters for removing contaminants

    •Air Filtration: Advanced filters for pollutants and allergens

    •Catalysis: Catalytic converters for reducing vehicle emissions

    •Sustainable Materials: Biodegradable and recyclable materials


    Challenges and Future Directions

    •Scalability: Production at an industrial scale

    •Cost: Reducing manufacturing costs

    •Durability: Enhancing lifespan and stability

    •Ethical and Environmental Impact: Addressing sustainability


    and lifecycle concerns

    •Future Trends: Smart cities, Internet of Things (IoT), quantum


    computing

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