Is Dual Majoring in MechE and Physics Enough for a Career in Nanotechnology?

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Dual majoring in Mechanical Engineering (MechE) and physics, along with additional chemistry courses, may not significantly enhance prospects in nanotechnology. The discussion highlights that most nanotech applications support other industries, with the primary market focusing on devices rather than nanoscale materials. It is suggested that a physics degree combined with a year of general chemistry and two biology classes provides sufficient foundational knowledge for a career in nanotech. The consensus indicates that MechE may not offer essential skills for this field beyond what is already covered in physics and basic chemistry.
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Will dual majoring in MechE and physics and pickup up some extra chem classes help towards working with Nanotech?
 
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i do supposedly "nano" research as an undergrad and here's what i have to say:

most nanotech is based on supporting other industries. the actual market for nanoscale materials is tiny, the big market is in devices and that's beyond plain physics and chemistry.

picking a niche is hard, but i'll just say this: I don't think MechE teaches anything important for nanotech, that you wouldn't get already with a physics degree + 1 year of general chemistry and 2 biology classes.
 

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