Nanomachines. Fundamentals and Applications. By Joseph Wang

The field of nanomachines has come a long way since its inception. The term “molecular machine” appeared for the first time in the title of a scientific paper about two decades ago. The first monograph in the field was published ten years later, and substantially revised and expanded in 2008. The publication of hundreds of papers and of several book series, themed journal issues, and reviews is evidence of the impact of this area in the scientific community. The multitude of research articles that are still appearing in top journals shows that nanoscale machines and motors continue to attract interest. They are important topics in the courses of nanoscience and nanotechnology that are nowadays offered by most universities worldwide. Indeed, the appeal and challenges associated with these research topics constitute a strong element of attraction and motivation for students at both graduate and undergraduate levels.