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Nanotechnology: A Policy Primer.
- Source :
- Congressional Research Service: Report; 1/19/2011, Special section p1-13, 16p
- Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- The article focuses on the policy of the U.S. concerning nanotechnology. It is said that nanotechnology offers the potential for economic growth, high-wage jobs and societal benefits. It also looks into the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) which has been launched by then President Bill Clinton in 2000 with the aim of creating a program for the coordination and expansion of measures to make advances with the technology. Issues affecting policy on nanotechnology are discussed including competition, global funding and patents.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07317069
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Congressional Research Service: Report
- Publication Type :
- Report
- Accession number :
- 61337391