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Nanotechnology and Cancer Treatments Lesson PlanNanotechnology and Cancer Treatments Lesson Plan
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Teach Engineering
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10th - 12th
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2013
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Nanotechnology and Cancer Treatments

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Information on the biomedical use of nanotechnology, specifically in the detection and treatment of cancer, is the focus of a instructional activity that seems like it is out of a science fiction novel. Pupils learn about electrophoresis, which is used to determine whether a quantum dot has the cancer treatment attached.

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Concepts

biomedical engineering, covalent bonds, electrophoresis, gel electrophoresis, medical technology, nanotechnology, technology resources

Instructional Ideas

  • Have groups research the use of nanotechnology in cancer treatments and present their findings
  • Get the lab groups to write up a report on how the virtual lab connects to the idea of nanotechnology

Classroom Considerations

  • Each member of the class needs access to a computer to complete the virtual lab
  • The fifth segment in a six-part series

Pros

  • The handouts are in docx, making them easy to modify
  • Includes an alternative virtual lab website

Cons

  • The video suggested is not available

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