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University Master's Degree in Applied Nanoscience: From Materials to Devices New

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Official Master's Degree in Applied Nanoscience: From Materials to Devices

Ideal student profile

The master's program will train professionals in nanoscience and nanotechnology with an interdisciplinary profile, capable of joining research, development, and innovation teams in the field of nanomaterials, nanodevices, and their applications. This knowledge can be applied in sectors such as medicine, electronics, energy, or the environment, both in academic and technological or industrial contexts.

One of the key profiles will be that of a research-oriented professional, with the skills to participate in R&D projects in university, technological centers, or companies in the sector, and with the necessary foundation to access doctoral programs, both at UAB and other national or international institutions.

The master's program also includes the training of a specialized technical profile, capable of applying advanced techniques of characterization, fabrication, and integration of nanomaterials into functional devices, in laboratory or industrial environments.

In addition, students will acquire competencies to collaborate as advisors or consultants in technological innovation processes, thanks to a comprehensive vision of nanotechnology, scientific communication skills, and training in intellectual property and entrepreneurship.

Knowledge

  • Identify the appropriate tools and techniques in the synthesis and characterisation of the properties of nanomaterials and in the determination of their behaviour.
  • Identify nanomaterials with ideal properties that can be integrated into devices to solve problems in new or poorly understood environments.
  • Describe the variation in the physicochemical properties of materials at the nanometric scale with a view to their integration into devices.
  • Describe the advantages of nanomaterials in the development of (nano)devices with improved properties and new functionalities compared to macroscopic systems.
  • Be aware of the need to protect intellectual property from discoveries or innovations in relation to nanomaterials and their integration into nanodevices that may have an impact on the market.
  • Describe the importance of research, innovation and technological development in the field of nanoscience and nanotechnology in the socio-economic, environmental and cultural advancement of society.
  • Identify safety protocols in nanoscience and nanotechnology laboratories, as well as the risks associated with the handling of nanomaterials and advanced equipment.

Skills

  • Operate using the instruments, laboratory equipment and/or computer programs required to know the characteristics and properties of nanomaterials and miniaturised devices.
  • Apply the theoretical-experimental knowledge acquired in the search for solutions that respond to the challenges of society, proposing nanomaterials and/or nanodevices.
  • Analyse the results of research in the production of new nanomaterials and/or nanodevices, assessing their industrial and commercial viability for their transfer to society.
  • Apply multidisciplinary knowledge of nanoscience (physics, chemistry, materials, biochemistry and engineering) that allow the integration of nanomaterials into devices.
  • Apply the general safety and operating standards of an experimental or computer laboratory in applied nanoscience.
  • Structure bibliographic work, a research project or an innovative project of a professional nature in the field of nanoscience and nanotechnology.
  • Provide a solid defence of bibliographic work, research work or an innovative project of a professional nature before a specialised or non-specialised audience.
  • Analyse the patentability of ideas or products arising from research and innovation in applied nanoscience.
  • Apply specific regulations in the handling and recycling of instrumentation, equipment and chemical and biological products and materials, taking into account their properties and risks.

Competences

  • Participate in the development of independent, rigorous and quality research or professional activity in the field of applied nanoscience, nanomaterials and nanodevices.
  • Demonstrate the autonomous acquisition of knowledge about nanomaterials and their integration into devices based on reading, analysing and synthesis of related publications.
  • Participate in the application of appropriate techniques for the synthesis and characterisation of nanomaterials and their integration into devices to generate added value in professional or research environments.
  • Act in the field of nanomaterials and their use in devices, assessing the social, economic and environmental impact of their activity.
  • Transmit the knowledge acquired on applied nanoscience clearly in both teaching and non-teaching environments.
  • Provide critical reasoning on the advantages and disadvantages of the use of nanomaterials in relation to their potential toxicity or impact on the environment.
  • Critically evaluate the ethical and social implications, including gender inequalities, associated with nanoscience research, as well as the development and use of the resulting nanotechnologies.
  • Act with ethical responsibility and respect for fundamental rights and duties, diversity and democratic values in the field of nanoscience and nanotechnology.