nanoscale

American  

[nan-uh-skeyl, ney-nuh-] / ˈnæn əˌskeɪl, ˈneɪ nə- /

adjective

1. of or relating to microscopic particles of matter, devices, etc., that are measured in nanometers or microns.

   a nanoscale sensor made of a single molecule.

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noun

1. Measurements. a scale of measurement that uses nanometers or microns as units of measure.

nanoscale Scientific  

/ năn′ə-skāl′ /

1. Relating to or occurring on a scale of nanometers.

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Etymology

Origin of nanoscale

First recorded in 1980–85; nano- + scale ²

Example Sentences

To investigate the sample, the researchers used advanced techniques called nanoscale infrared spectroscopy and Raman spectroscopy.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

By applying principles from larger-scale robotics such as rigid, compliant and origami robots, scientists are adapting familiar mechanical concepts to the nanoscale.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Scientists at the University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology have now developed a new type of squeezed phonon laser that can precisely control these vibrations at the nanoscale.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Photonic crystals are nanoscale materials designed to control how light behaves.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

Research from Mirkin's laboratory shows that arranging antigens and adjuvants into carefully designed nanoscale structures can significantly improve outcomes.

From Science Daily • Feb. 18, 2026