The field of nanotechnology is multidisciplinary, attracting experts from physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering. Some of the pioneering researchers include:
- Richard Feynman: Often credited with laying the groundwork for nanotech with his famous talk, "There's Plenty of Room at the Bottom." - Eric Drexler: Known for popularizing the concept of molecular nanotechnology through his book, "Engines of Creation." - Sumio Iijima: Discovered carbon nanotubes in 1991, revolutionizing materials science.