In this activity, learners make self-assembled polymer spheres.
“Exploring Fabrication – Gummy Capsules” lets visitors make self-assembled polymer spheres. They learn that self-assembly is a process by which molecules and cells form themselves into functional structures, and that self-assembly is used to make nanocapsules that can deliver medication. “Explore Science – Zoom info Nano Gummy Shapes” (2016) version designed for groups and community outreach.
BIG IDEA
Self-assembly is a process by which molecules and cells form themselves into functional structures.
LEARNING GOALS
- Self-assembly is a process by which molecules and cells form themselves into functional structures.
- Self-assembly is used to make nanocapsules, which can deliver medication.
NANO CONTENT MAP
Scientists and engineers have formed the interdisciplinary field of nanotechnology by investigating properties and manipulating matter at the nanoscale.
Nanoscience, nanotechnology, and nanoengineering lead to new knowledge and innovations that weren’t possible before.
DOWNLOAD FILES
- Exploring Fabrication Gummy Capsules – Guide (DOC)
- Exploring Fabrication Gummy Capsules – Guide (PDF)
- Exploring Fabrication Gummy Capsules – Sign (PDF)
- Packing instructions for the Gummy Shapes activity from the Explore Science-Nano kit (PDF)
- Exploring Fabrication Gummy Capsules – Materials (JPG)
- Exploring Fabrication Gummy Capsules – Sign (Spanish) (PDF)
- Exploring Fabrication Gummy Capsules – Guide (Spanish) (PDF)
