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Nanoscopy comprises a variety of scanning probe microscopy methods and presents splendid information about the objects and phenomena at nanoscale, which is now commonly used in nanoeducation. 17 years ago we have started with preparation of open nanoscopy bibliography database [1]. It was composed of 8300 references for the first 16 years of SPM during 1982-1997 years. To our estimate it corresponds to 15% of total amount of papers published during this period and shows exponential growth, till now linear growth of publications in nanoscopy is clearly seen. The main reason for this growth lies in the practical importance of SPM technology for modern science and industry.
7 years ago we have developed scanning probe microscope with full Internet control. Remote control over all parameters of measurement via Internet, real-time distribution of the data among many observers, embedded facilities for the communication in between users, dynamic administration of Master/Observer rights – are among the embedded into the microscope facilities. The review of the experimental practical studies performed at Moscow State University using the developed microscopes is presented. One of the practical studies in material sciences comprises the SPM observation of polybutadiene-polysterene block copolymer [2]: its morphology, rigidity, adhesive and friction properties. Other studies incorporate nanoscopy of graphite, evaporated gold, Langmuir-Blodgett films, etc. Bionanoscopy practical studies are based on the imaging of nucleic acids, plant viruses, protein films and bacterial cells.
On-line tutorial tests, database of interactive 3D surfaces, image galleries are widely used for primary nanoeducation. More sophisticated program includes web-enabled real-time regulation of feedback of electronic circuit (SPM prototype), observation of real-time SPM measurements via Internet with off-line image analysis and processing.
Advantages and drawbacks of open Internet nanoeducation will be discussed.
[1] I.V. Yaminsky, V.G. Elensky. Scanning Probe Microscopy: Bibliography (1982-1997). Scientific World. Moscow, 1997. (www.nanoscopy.net/en/bibdb.shtm).
[2] Bolshakova A.V., Golutvin I.A., Nasikan N.S., Yaminsky I.V. Polymer Science, Ser. A, Vol. 46, No. 9, p. 926 (2004).
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