Nanotechnology might sound like small science, but its the biggest thing going these days. And Port Discover aims to help kids understand just what nano is with a new exhibit.

The science center in Elizabeth City is also reaching out to middle and high school students with its new Tech Caf program. Its all a part of the hands-on science centers mission to, enhance youth science understanding through interactive and guided discovery.

Port Discover director Robin Kelly-Goss said, We are really proud of our work interacting with the community and kids.

Kelly-Goss said she wanted to extend the reach of Port Discover to offer programs and exhibits for all ages.

The Nanotechnology Exhibit, which is now open to the public until April, appeals to all ages. Kelly-Goss said Port Discover also offered its first weekly Tech Cafe for teens last Friday and Saturday night.

The Nanotechnology Exhibit is a 400-square-foot exhibit provided by the Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network and sponsored by Hockmeyer Equipment Corporation. Port Discover, a member of the NC Grassroots Science Museum Collaborative, was able to acquire this exhibit for three months.

This is our first traveling exhibit, said Kelly-Goss.

Nanotechnology is used in various areas including the medical field, clothing and building industries, explained Kelly-Goss.

Nanotechnology has been around forever, she said.

One example of its utilization in the past was the breaking down of gold to be used to color stained glass.

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The big and small of it: Port Discover extends its reach