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Showing reports 1 - 4 of 4 in category Primer, Introduction:
| A Tiny Primer on Nano-scale Technologies ...and The Little Bang Theory |
| Source: ETC Group – Publication date: June 2005 |
 | A basic introduction to nanotechnology and its implications by the ETC Group (or Action Group on Erosion, Technology and Concentration). ETC is dedicated to the conservation and sustainable advancement of cultural and ecological diversity and human rights. To this end, ETC Group supports socially responsible developments of technologies useful to the poor and marginalized and it addresses international governance issues and corporate power. |
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| Nanoscience and nanotechnologies: opportunities and uncertainties |
| Source: Royal Society – Publication date: July 2004 |
 | A July 2004 report by the Royal Society in the UK. The report illustrates the fact that nanotechnologies offer many benefits both now and in the future but that public debate is needed about their development. It also highlights the immediate need for research to address uncertainties about the health and environmental effects of nanoparticles one small area of nanotechnologies. It also makes recommendations about regulation to control exposure to nanoparticles. |
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| Nanotechnology |
| Source: National Science Foundation – Publication date: October 2005 |
 | An excellent overview in form of a powerpoint presentation covering four areas: 1) What is nanotechnology and why is it important 2) Four generations of nanotechnology products 3) NNI main objectives and examples of outcome 4) Societal dimensions. |
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| Nanotechnology: Innovation for tomorrow's world |
| Source: European Commission – Publication date: April 2005 |
 | The aim of this brochure is to illustrate to the public what nanotechnology is and thereby to stimulate the discussion. By describing the scientific background, technological developments, areas of application, and potential developments of the future, this brochure provides a complex and comprehensive picture of nanotechnology as we see it in our days. |
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