The Investor's Guide to Nanotechnology & Micromachines

by Glenn Fishbine

Combined government and private investments in nanotechnology topped $1 billion in 2000, and that figure is expected to continue to grow exponentially in the years ahead. In the first investment guide to the rapidly emerging nanotech industry, Glenn Fishbine separates fact from fiction for professionals looking at nanotechnology as potential business or financial ventures

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471443557
• ISBN13: 9780471443551
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Nanotech is Here and Advancing, this Book spells it out!

I have been studying nanotechnology for over 10 years now, and not only is it here, but, it is advancing very rapidly. This is an excellent book that covers the entire spectrum of molecular technologies, from diamonoid structural materials and assembler machines, to biotechnologies and Brownian Motion Motors. I seriously suggest anyone into nanotechnology purchase this book!

A credible and insightful work

I normally never write reviews, but I was amused at the comments of a recent reviewer. Since I routinely recommend this book to my clients, I thought it best to add my thoughts.First, nanotechnology is an emerging field. There are many more companies claiming to be in the nanotechnology space than are really present. The periodical Forbes/Wolf nanotech report consistently reminds investors to check companies to see how much of their nanotechnology is real, vs. how much is in the name/hyperbole surrounding a company.Second, most of the nanotechnology emerging today, from an investor's point of view comes from government sources, which need to be nurtured into the commercial/investment market place. The In Realsis study confirms the author's approach to developing investment strategies based on the realities of current investment. It's not as simple as picking stocks. It requires good knowledge of the technology and quality due diligence to make an investment.Finally, I think the recent review from the August 2002 issue of Physics World summarizes best, this author's work..."the author has done a good and entertaining job of breaking down, ordering and assessing a fair chunk of the technologies currently being developed, and providing a valuable insight into their commercial potential. If anything, this is the main strength of the book as it provides potential investors with a starting point for understanding and locating opportunities." All in all, bravo on producing the finest guide to nanotechnology investment that one can buy for [this money].

a valuable investment guide

I found this book to be clearly written, well organized, and very informative. Mr. Fishbine thoroughly explains complex technological issues in down-to-earth, and at times, humorous terminology that anyone can easily relate to. I would recommend this book as a valuable guide to anyone who is seriously thinking about investing in nanotechnology.

great book for investors

This is a concise, easy to read, accurate, and at times entertaining guide to nanotechnology and micromachines. It is chock full of resource info. and understandable to the non-scientist. I have recommended it to everyone in my investment club and will be keeping my eye out for new publications by Glenn Fishbine.

This book is not an expense. It is an investment.

Nanotechnology is already here and investment opportunities in the field are on the horizon. Glenn Fishbine expertly weaves investment wisdom, a high degree of technical accuracy and completeness and his subtle brand of humor to yield a work that I will recommend to anyone interested in nanotechnology or future investments.Fishbine guides the readers through the critical issues surrounding nanotechnology investment, keeping them from the mire of investment promises hyperbole and technical obfuscation.In addition to serving as a primer about nanotechnology, it makes an excellent resource book replete with numerous helpful appendices.