As society becomes more comfortable discussing genetics and its related ethics, a new technology is blossoming in the background.
Nanotechnology may speak the same societal language as does genetics, in that both technological movements involve tiny science and large imagination.
For every possible application of nanotechnology---and even for fantastical ones---we need to examine social, ethical and legal implications.
Many legal implications of nanotechnology will become clear as the technology develops, but some predictions have emerged already.

ABSTRACT: Molecular nanotechnology will present enormous technological as well as legal, social, and ethical challenges as the science develops.
In order to ensure a safe introduction and implementation of molecular nanotechnology, current control, dissemination, and property protection regimes will need re-evaluation to account for the fluid nature of the technology.
With any discussion of MNT applications and the proper approach to controlling or encouraging their development, there must be a segregation of applications into those that present a credible hazard and those that are by their nature controlled and thus not appropriate for extensive control and regulation.

http://www.law.asu.edu/files/Programs/Sci-Tech/Commentaries/Wejnert- Regulatory Mechanisms for Molecular Nanotechnology- Final.pdf

Applications are invited for a new faculty position in Nanotechnology.
The position commands a significant endowment and is funded as part of a major academic research initiative by UofL, the State and the Louisville community.
Candidates should have a doctorate in chemical engineering or a related field and a record of achievement in nanometerscale science and engineering.
The successful candidate will have significant opportunities to collaborate with UofL's expanding programs and facilities in bioengineering, chemical and materials processing, microelectronics and nanotechnology.
Applications will be considered upon receipt and until the position is filled.

A recent meeting jointly sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) brought together researchers active in nanotechnology and cancer molecular biology to discuss and evaluate the interface between disciplines.
Emerging areas where nanotechnologies may impact cancer prevention and early cancer detection were elaborated by key researchers who catalyzed interdisciplinary dialogue aimed at fostering cross-discipline communications and future collaboration.
Pursuing advances in nanotechnology is worthwhile, as the research science holds potential for significant technical contributions to the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.

http://www.atp.nist.gov/clso/dma00187.pdf

Research and technology development at the atomic, molecular or macromolecular levels, in the length scale of approximately 1 - 100 nanometer range Creating and using structures, devices and systems that have novel properties and functions because of their small and/or intermediate size.
Quantum dots: Semiconductor nanocrystals CdSe (cadmium selenide) of different sizes dispersed in a polymer matrix and excited with UV light.
Environmental impacts are an unintended consequence of technology development and deployment.

http://www.utexas.edu/research/ceer/greenmaterial/Lectures/Nanotechnology and the Environment.pdf

In the absence of complete and robust evidence of the risks HSC/E must decide how to work with the relevant stakeholders to promote and assure risk management of this technology without unnecessarily stifling innovation and wealth creation.
Endorsement in the report of HSC/E's approach to regulating the health and safety risks of nanotechnology would be practicably valuable and would enhance HSC/E's reputation.
It is not essential for commissioners to read this annex -- the chief scientist will cover this at the meeting.

http://www.hse.gov.uk/aboutus/hsc/meetings/2004/060404/c42.pdf

STI offers educational interaction between university faculty, students at all levels and scientists resulting in the development of future human resources in areas of importance to the Ames scientific mission.
The STI Seminar Series brings student interns from diverse Ames programs together to expose them to new scientific ideas and career paths, offer them training on how to develop their own research programs, and provide a collaborative forum for networking and exchange of ideas.
Nanotechnology is creating exciting new opportunities for Silicon Valley and the nation.
STI is a partnership of the Collaborative for Higher Education, University of California Santa Cruz, San Jose State University, Foothill-De Anza Community College District and NASA Ames. students, educational plan.
AdvancesInAtomicNMolecularnanotech

In this report the author is presenting the advances made in the atomic and molecular nanotechnology, ability to systematically organize and manipulate properties and behavior of matter in the atomic and molecular levels.
This has included prediction of the behavior of fluids and solids and their phase transitions starting with the consideration of interatomic and intermolecular interactions among atoms and molecules of the systems [1-3].

Register two full attendees and two students for Integrated Nanosystems 2004 and get a free display table in the Exhibit Hall!
Use it to recruit students, post docs, etc
Hurry -- limited time offer -- reserve your table today!
All participants must register and pay at one-time.
Tables available on a first-come, first-serve basis. register, one-time.
uldrichflyer

In his talk, Jack Uldrich, nanotechnology consultant and the author of "The Next Big Thing is Really Small" will explain what nanotechnology is and why President Bush, in December of 2003, signed into law a $3.7 billion bill to establish the National Nanotechnology Initiative - the largest federally funded science program since the United States decided to put a man on the moon.
Uldrich will conclude by explaining how nanotechnology will affect virtually every business and describe the concrete steps that people can begin taking today in order to prepare for the sweeping change which nanotechnology will enable tomorrow.

http://www.mnpower.com/econdev/news/uldrichflyer.pdf

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |