Schedule

From Atoms to Applications:
Integrated Science and Nanoscience for Educators

2026 Virginia Tech Nanoscience & Integrated Science Professional Development Workshop for High School Teachers

Time	Session	Details / Purpose	Lead
9:00 - 9:10	Introduction and Welcome	Workshop overview, goals, participant introductions	Organizing Team
9:10 - 9:30	Introduction to Integrated Science and Nanoscience	Introduction to integrated science through examples from medicine, environment, energy, and technology	Pavel / Anand / Satoru
9:30 - 10:30	Module 1: Diffusion and Brownian Motion	Concept → activity → application structure. Includes diffusion demo, particle motion discussion, and classroom transfer reflection.	Satoru
10:30 - 10:45	Break
10:45 – 12:00	Module 2: Nanomedicine	Hands-on and conceptual activities related to nanomedicine with explicit chemistry, biology, and engineering connections.	Penghui & Anand
12:00 – 12:10	Midday Synthesis	Discussion of common concepts and integrated science connections across morning modules.	Group Discussion
12:10 – 1:00	Lunch (USLB)
1:00 – 1:30	Optional Resource Exploration / Networking	Explore resources, demos, website materials, and discussion with facilitators.	All
1:30 – 2:30	Module 3: Nano & the Environment: Micro- and Nanoplastics	Hands-on activities involving particle behavior, aggregation, settling, and environmental applications.	Bipin
2:30 – 2:45	Break
2:45 – 4:00	Module 4: Functional Nanomaterials & Photocatalysis	Integrated science exploration of surface chemistry, light-driven reactions, and applications in energy and remediation.	Brendan & Pavel
4:00 – 4:15	Nanocareers & Industry Pathways	Overview of nanoscience-related industries, workforce opportunities, and alumni career outcomes.	Sharon
4:15 – 5:00	Workshop Reflection & Wrap Up	Participant reflection on classroom transfer, interdisciplinary connections, resources, and future applications.	All