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NANO-2324: Quantum Physics for Nanomedicine

Description: Introduction to quantum physics with a focus on nanomedicine related topics. Principles of quantization, wave-particle duality, Pauli exclusion principle, and the Schrödinger equation, with applications to the hydrogen atom, regular crystals, and nanostructures. Implications for nanomedicine of quantum dots, surface plasmon resonance, nanoscale sensing, and targeted drug delivery using nanoparticles.

Pathways: N/A

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: NANO-1016 and (ISC-2105 or PHYS-2206 or PHYS-2306)

Required By: N/A

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 5

Average GPA: 3.48 (rounds to B+)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 26.12%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.00%

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