Nanoscale heat transfer - from computation to experiment

Heat transfer can differ distinctly at the nanoscale from that at the macroscale. Recent advancement in computational and 5 experimental techniques has enabled a large number of interesting observations and understanding of heat transfer processes at the nanoscale. In this review, we will first discuss recent advances in computational and experimental methods used in nanoscale thermal transport studies, followed by reviews of novel thermal transport phenomena at the nanoscale observed in both computational and experimental studies, and discussion on current understanding of these novel 10 phenomena. Our perspectives on challenges and opportunities on computational and experimental methods are also presented.University of Notre Dame (Startup fund)United States. Dept. of Energy. Office of Basic Energy Sciences (Solid-State Solar-Thermal Energy Conversion Center