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New report on risks and rewards of nanotechnology The Allianz Group and the OECD have published a study on the opportunities and risks of nanotechnology. The insurer calls for diligent risk management to support the industrial use of nanotechnology. Allianz Group London / Ismaning, Jun 3, 2005
Converging
Technologies for a Diverse Europe There is a need to analyse
the emergence of a new research policy theme, the convergence of Nano-, Bio-,
Info- and Cogno-technologies, and to assess the implications of the converging
technologies policy agenda for Europe’s scientific enterprise and trajectory
of socio-economic development. Nano-Bio-Info-Cogno-Socio-Anthro-Philo-
HLEG Foresighting the New Technology Wave Converging Technologies – Shaping
the Future of European Societies by Alfred Nordmann, Rapporteur Report 2004
Geo-Eco-Urbo-Orbo-Macro-Micro-Nano-
Nanotechnology and Nanoscience
In June 2003, the UK government commissioned the Royal Society
and Royal Academy of Engineering to carry out an independent study to investigate
the potential benefits and possible problems associated with nanotechnology.
Our study aims to identify the environmental, health and safety, ethical
and societal implications, and uncertainties that may arise from the use of
the technology both at present and in the future, and will assess how this
emerging area of science should be regulated as it develops. NEW
Nanotechnology and Nanoscience
As part of the Nanotechnology and Nanoscience study the Royal Society and
the Royal Academy of Engineering have produced a website which explains more
about the study and how the it is being carried out.NEW
NANOTECHNOLOGY WHITE PAPER
LIBRARY Issues such as Nanotech and: Aerospace & Defense, Astronomy
and Astrophysics, Biology and Chemistry, Carbon Nanotubes and Fullerenes,
Computing, Critiques and Debates, Economy, Education, Research, and Resources,
Electronics and Information Technology, Environment, Funding, Finance, Investment
and Business, General, Health, Life Science and Medicine, Law, Materials,
Military, Molecular Construction, Design, Modeling, and Manufacturing, National
Nanotechnology Initiative, Public Policy, Ethics, Security, and Strategy,
Self-Assembly and Self-Replication, Smart Dust and Utility Fog NEW
Converging
Technologies for Improving Human Performance: Nanotechnology, Biotechnology,
Information Technology and Cognitive Science National Science Foundation (NSF)
and the Department of Commerce (DOC)-sponsored report At
the request of the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) Subcommittee
on Nanoscale Science, Engineering and Technology (NSET), the National Science
Foundation (NSF) and the Department of Commerce (DOC) organized a workshop
on December 3-4, 2001. I have three pieces in the report two generated during
the workshop (paper 1 and 3) and one written before the workshop (paper 2);
Paper 1 page 159-162 C. IMPROVING HUMAN HEALTH AND PHYSICAL
CAPABILITIES THEME C SUMMARY Panel: J. Bonadio, L. Cauller, B. Chance, P.
Connolly, E. Garcia-Rill, R. Golledge, M. Heller, P.C. Johnson, K.A. Kang,
A.P. Lee, R.R. Llinas, J.M. Loomis, V. Makarov, M.A.L. Nicolelis, L Parsons,
A. Penz, A.T. Pope, J. Watson, G. Wolbring; Paper 2page
206-215 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AND THE TRIPLE D (DISEASE, DISABILITY,
DEFECT) and Paper 3 page 240-243 Improving Quality of Life
of Disabled People using Converging Technologies (G. Wolbring, R. Golledge)
Future
Technologies,To d a y’s Choices N a n o t e c h n o l o g y, Artificial
Intelligence and Robotics; A technical, political and institutional map of
emerging technologies. by Greenpeace NEW
The ETC Group
(formerly known as RAFI) today announces the publication ofThe Big Down:
Atomtech Technologies Converging at the Nano-scale, the first comprehensive
and critical analysis of nanotechnology for civil society and policymakers.
The 80-page report seeks to widen civil societys
and policymakers focus beyond biotech and genetically engineered crops, and
to catalyze widespread public debate on the societal impacts of nanotechnology.
The Little BANG
THeory by ETC. In the USA, senior science policy makers and industry players
are devising a new-style 'Manhattan' or 'Apollo' project to merge strategic
technologies at the nano-scale (one billionth of a meter). Their aim is to
combine biotechnology, information technology and cognitive (neural) science
with atomtechnology at the nano scale (see The Big Down). The operative unit
in information science is the Bit; nanotechnology manipulates Atoms; cognitive
science deals with Neurons and biotech exploits the Gene. Together they make
B.A.N.G. Merging these technologies into one, proponents say, will drive a
huge industrial revolution and a societal "renaissance" that will guarantee
American dominance - military and economic - through the 21st century.
Size
Matters by ETC. No Small Matter II: The Case for a Global Moratorium
Size Matters!NEW
The Global Technology
Revolution:Bio/Nano/Materials Trends and Their Synergies with Information
Technology by 2015 Philip S, Richard Silberglitt, and James Schneider
Prepared for the National Intelligence Council.
Future Needs and Challenges for Materials and Nanotechnology Research
March 2001European Commission Research Directorate General Directorate G /
Unit 3
Government Policy and
Initiatives in Nanotechnology" The worldwide nanotechnology research and
development (R&D) investment reported by government organizations has
increased approximately five times in the last five years between 1997 and
2002 At least 30 countries have initiated national activities in this field.
Scientists have opened a broad net of discoveries that does not leave any
major research area untouched in physical, biological, and engineering sciences.
Industry has gained confidence that nanotechnology will bring competitive
advantages. The worldwide annual industrial production in the nanotech sectors
is estimated to exceed $1 trillion in 10 - 15 years from now, which would
require about 2 million nanotechnology workers. "M.C. Roco, Senior Advisor
for Nanotechnology, National Science Foundation USA
Nanotechnology in EuropeCountry-by-country
description of national initiatives, nanotechnology companies, key research
groups and leading individuals, with full contact details. This 220 page-plus
report is the result of two years of work by the Institute of Nanotechnology
including visits to many of the centres listed.
Testimony of Dr. Vicki L. Colvin Director Center for Biological and Environmental
Nanotechnology (CBEN) and Associate Professor of Chemistry Rice University,
Houston, Texas before the
U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science in regard to "Nanotechnology
Research and Development Act of 2003" April 9, 2003
Nano Risks website contains references to papers, articles, and books on (or related to) potential health and environmental risks of nanomaterials sorted by material or compound, body organ or biological effect studied, or other miscellaneous issues. It is maintained by scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Nanocafe The Nano Cafés website (http://www.nanocafes.org) offers latest News on societal, environmental, ethical and risk issues raised by nanotechnology, an updated list of websites, reports and articles, multimedia resources, and information on nanoproducts .
Nanotechnology and Nanoscience
In June 2003, the UK government commissioned the Royal Society
and Royal Academy of Engineering to carry out an independent study to investigate
the potential benefits and possible problems associated with nanotechnology.
Our study aims to identify the environmental, health and safety, ethical
and societal implications, and uncertainties that may arise from the use of
the technology both at present and in the future, and will assess how this
emerging area of science should be regulated as it develops.
Nanotechnology and Nanoscience
As part of the Nanotechnology and Nanoscience study the Royal Society and
the Royal Academy of Engineering have produced a website which explains more
about the study and how the it is being carried out.
Converging
Technologies for Improving Human Performance: Nanotechnology, Biotechnology,
Information Technology and Cognitive Science National Science Foundation (NSF)
and the Department of Commerce (DOC)-sponsored report final version PDF
file. At the request of the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
Subcommittee on Nanoscale Science, Engineering and Technology (NSET), the
National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Department of Commerce (DOC) organized
a workshop on December 3-4, 2001. I have three pieces in the report two generated
during the workshop (paper 1 and 3) and one written before the workshop (paper
2); Paper 1 page 159-162 C. IMPROVING HUMAN HEALTH AND PHYSICAL
CAPABILITIES THEME C SUMMARY Panel: J. Bonadio, L. Cauller, B. Chance, P.
Connolly, E. Garcia-Rill, R. Golledge, M. Heller, P.C. Johnson, K.A. Kang,
A.P. Lee, R.R. Llinas, J.M. Loomis, V. Makarov, M.A.L. Nicolelis, L Parsons,
A. Penz, A.T. Pope, J. Watson, G. Wolbring; Paper 2page
206-215 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AND THE TRIPLE D (DISEASE, DISABILITY,
DEFECT) and Paper 3 page 240-243 Improving Quality of Life
of Disabled People using Converging Technologies (G. Wolbring, R. Golledge)
The ETC Group
(formerly known as RAFI) today announces the publication ofThe Big Down:
Atomtech Technologies Converging at the Nano-scale, the first comprehensive
and critical analysis of nanotechnology for civil society and policymakers.
The 80-page report seeks to widen civil societys
and policymakers focus beyond biotech and genetically engineered crops, and
to catalyze widespread public debate on the societal impacts of nanotechnology.
The Little BANG
THeory by ETC. In the USA, senior science policy makers and industry players
are devising a new-style 'Manhattan' or 'Apollo' project to merge strategic
technologies at the nano-scale (one billionth of a meter). Their aim is to
combine biotechnology, information technology and cognitive (neural) science
with atomtechnology at the nano scale (see The Big Down). The operative unit
in information science is the Bit; nanotechnology manipulates Atoms; cognitive
science deals with Neurons and biotech exploits the Gene. Together they make
B.A.N.G. Merging these technologies into one, proponents say, will drive a
huge industrial revolution and a societal "renaissance" that will guarantee
American dominance - military and economic - through the 21st century.
Nanoethics group The Nanoethics Group is a non-partisan and independent organization that studies the ethical and societal implications of nanotechnology. We also engage the public as well as collaborate with nanotech ventures and research institutes on related issues that will impact the industry. By proactively opening a dialogue about the possible misuses and unintended consequences of nanotechnology, the industry can avoid the mistakes that others have made repeatedly in business, most recently in the biotech sector - ignoring the issues, reacting too late and losing the critical battle of public opinion.
World
Commission on the Ethics of Scientific Knowledge and Technology
Nanoparticles"While nanoparticles.org
remains a primary venue for advertising the Particles 2001, 2002, etc., conference
series, it also provides announcements of upcoming conferences, symposia and
meetings (open to the public) focusing on particle technology. It further
offers opportunities for commercial interests to advertise their particle-related
products and services such as particle characterization
instrumentation, particle standards, specialized particles, etc. This site
is also being developed to provide introductory and specialized
information on particle technology in the Primers section, by publishing,
on line, selected review articles by acknowledged experts."NEW
AtomworksAtomWorks is a coalition
of science and industry leaders dedicated to catalyzing nanotechnology development
and commercialization in Chicago and throughout the Midwest.
Eisenber group
McGillThe group has a wide range of interests centred on ion-containing
block copolymers, especially their self-assembly to give aggregates of various
morphologies. Areas of research include synthesis of new block copolymers,
preparation of the various morphologies, thermodynamics of self-assembly,
various aspects of dynamics,behaviour on surfaces, biological applications
such as drug delivery, enzyme encapsulation and bioabsorption. Additional
aspects include inorganic particles and organometallics. Primary techniques
of investigation involve gel permeation chromatography, static and dynamic
light scattering,small angle Xray and neutron scattering and reflectivity,
electron spin resonance, nuclear magnetic resonance, electron microscopy,
atomic force microscopy, fluorescence, UV, vis., and IR spectroscopy.
Carnegie Mellon
UniversityAs our name implies, we started out making C-60 crystals (SEM
images of our crystals (89k GIF)). However, we are now working on nanoparticles
as well, making them out of such materials as samarium-cobalt, neodymium-iron-boron,
cobalt-boron-silicon, tungsten carbide, silicon carbide, europium and gadolinium
Ox feed
containing nano iron and zinc powder An ox feed containing nano iron and
zinc powder is prepared by adding nano iron and zine powders to ordinary feed
of milk cow. It features that the trace elements (Fe and Zn) can be supplemented
to human body through milk.
6716.1:
nanopiracyAbstract In this study we plan to develop a new anti-counterfeiting
technology for textiles based on novel, reactive and water-soluble polymer
nanocontainers. Here we will develop an efficient synthetic route to functionalized
polymer nanocontainers that is capable of scaling up the container production.
These nanocontainers will be loaded with a fluorescent dye that serves as
al label for rapid and convenient detection. To immobilize the permanently
we will covalently attach the labeled nanocontainers to embroidery yarns.
UCF
brain cell research spawns hope for longer life ORLANDO, Aug. 13, 2003
-- A molecular biologist and a nanoscientist at the University of Central
Florida have found that nanomaterials developed for industry have an unexpected
and potentially revolutionary side effect: They can triple or quadruple the
life of brain cells. Most recently, the Rzigalinski lab has found that the
nanoparticles have potent anti-inflammatory properties. Initial tests show
that the nanoparticle anti-oxidants regenerate once they penetrate the cell
-- meaning one dose could conceivably continue its therapeutic effects indefinitely.
ORNL
researchers expect big things from nanostructuresOAK RIDGE, Tenn., May
19, 2003 -- Arrays of nanofibers able to deliver genetic material to cells
quickly and efficiently have researchers at Oak
Ridge National Laboratory excited about potential applications for drug delivery,
gene therapy, crop engineering and environmental monitoring. NEW
Electrifying
claims for DNA are dashed....That will dash long-held hopes that the self-replicating
molecule could be harnessed to make self-assembling nanowires.
Tiny technologies could help Oregon make it big...In his eyes, the exotic
fish holds an important key to Oregon's economic future. Scientists believe
they can produce a tiny biohazard sensor using unique, toxin-detecting cells
in the fish's skin.
Benetton backs off
RFID deployment The use of RFID chips in clothing to discourage theft
took it on the chin Friday (April 4) when a major international clothing chain
said it is not using the devices in its products The Italian company Benetton
said in a release that it "is currently analyzing RFID (Radio Frequency
Identification) technology to evaluate its
technical characteristics and ... no feasibility studies have yet been undertaken
with a view to the possible industrial introduction of this technology."
The surprise announcement came just two weeks after Philips announced that
it would embed its RFID chips into the labels of every new garment bearing
Benetton's Sisley brand name. The semiconductor maker estimated it would ship
15 million RFID chips, based on its I.Code integrated circuits, for
that application.
The Sixth
Framework ProgrammeThe EU's Framework Programme for Research and Technological
Development is a major tool to support the creation of the European Research
Area (ERA).
sixth
framework programme of the European Community for research, DECISION
No 1513/2002/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 27 June 2002
concerning the sixth framework programme of the European Community for research,
technological development and demonstration activities, contributing to the
creation of the European Research Area and to innovation (2002 to 2006)
Investing for Europe.s future in nanotechnology European Commission Research
Directorate-General Nanotechnology figures strongly as one of seven thematic
priority areas in the European Commission’s proposal for the Sixth
Framework Programme for research and technological development (FP6), covering
the period 2002 to 2006. FP6 is designed to achieve greater focus on questions
of European importance and a better integration of research efforts on the
basis of an improved partnership between the various actors in a unified European
Research Area (ERA).
Nanotechnology: a small science with a huge potentialNanotechnology is
applying the science of the small. Inherently multi-disciplinary, it brings
together physicists, chemists and biologists who are studying, researching
and engineering ever smaller and smaller structures. Although still in its
infancy, a variety of applications already exist. Nanotechnology is destined
to grow rapidly into a global, multi-billion-euro market. It encompasses precision
engineering as well as electronics - materials as well as biomedical applications.
Science at the nanoscale - measured in billionths of a meter - is technology
on the atomic scale.
Planning for Europe.s future in nanotechnology European Commission Research
Directorate-General
Nanotechnology is an all-embracing term for various aspects of science and
technology involved in the study, manipulation and control of individual atoms
and molecules – making it possible to build machines on the scale
of human cells or create materials and products with ‘nano-scale’
structures conferring highly desirable properties. Although still in its infancy,
nanotechnology is predicted to underpin the next ‘industrial revolution’.
As with information technology in the past decade, it could have major impacts
on virtually every aspect of human life. The European Commission is playing
a active role in speeding developments in this field by improving integration
with established sectors, encouraging multidisciplinary approaches and training,
and helping identify new opportunities and possible solutions and products.Nanotechnology
is an all-embracing term for various aspects of science and technology involved
in the study, manipulation and control of individual atoms and molecules –
making it possible to build machines on the scale of human cells or create
materials and products with ‘nano-scale’ structures conferring
highly desirable properties. Although still in its infancy, nanotechnology
is predicted to underpin the next ‘industrial revolution’.
As with information technology in the past decade, it could have major impacts
on virtually every aspect of human life. The European Commission is playing
a active role in speeding developments in this field by improving integration
with established sectors, encouraging multidisciplinary approaches and training,
and helping identify new opportunities and possible solutions and products.
Future Needs and Challenges for Materials and Nanotechnology Research
March 2001European Commission Research Directorate General Directorate G /
Unit 3
NANOTECHNOLOGY: A revolution in the materials sciencesKey speeches of
Commissioner Busquin Opening speech by Mr P. Busquin, European commissioner
for research EC/NSF workshop on the nanotechnology, Toulouse, 19 October 2000
Academic article covering a variety of areas and effects of
Nanotechology
Device Measures
Femtometers. Nanoscale sensor couples transistor with crystal to approach
quantum limit. A new sensor can measure femtometer-sized movements of a single-crystal
oscillator, increasing sensitivity about 10-fold over previous nanoscale devices
[Nature, 424, 291 (2003)]. The apparatus, developed by scientists at the University
of California, Santa Barbara, couples a single-electron transistor to a vibrating,
250-nm-wide beam of GaAs. (C&E 7/21/02) NEW
Nanoparticles spy
on molecular binding. Scientists at Ludwig-Maximilians University and
Roche Diagnostics in Germany say they have created the first single metal
nanoparticle sensor based on light-scattering spectroscopy. They demonstrated
the technique using a gold nanoparticle functionalized with biotin to detect
the presence of the protein streptavidin. (Nanotechweb.org 7/29/03) NEW
Carnegie Mellon Researchers Develop New Delivery System for
Gene Therapy Under the direction of Prashant Kumta, a
professor of materials science, engineering and biomedical
engineering, researchers are creating nano-particles
capable of delivering DNA-based therapies for potential use
in a variety of cancers and several genetic diseases.
Carnegie Mellon Researchers Develop New Delivery System for
Gene Therapy Under the direction of Prashant Kumta, a
professor of materials science, engineering and biomedical
engineering, researchers are creating nano-particles
capable of delivering DNA-based therapies for potential use
in a variety of cancers and several genetic diseases.
NEW
Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 2002 Oct 1;99(20):12617-21
Nanocrystal targeting in vivo. Akerman ME, Chan WC,
Laakkonen P, Bhatia SN, Ruoslahti E.Inorganic
nanostructures that interface with biological systems have
recently attracted widespread interest in biology and
medicine. Nanoparticles are thought to have potential as
novel intravascular probes for both diagnostic (e.g.,
imaging) and therapeutic purposes (e.g., drug delivery).
Critical issues for successful nanoparticle delivery
include the ability to target specific tissues and cell
types and escape from the biological particulate filter
known as the reticuloendothelial system. We set out to
explore the feasibility of in vivo targeting by using
semiconductor quantum dots (qdots). Qdots are small (<10
nm) inorganic nanocrystals that possess unique luminescent
properties; their fluorescence emission is stable and tuned
by varying the particle size or composition. We show that
ZnS-capped CdSe qdots coated with a lung-targeting peptide
accumulate in the lungs of mice after i.v. injection,
whereas two other peptides specifically direct qdots to
blood vessels or lymphatic vessels in tumors. We also show
that adding polyethylene glycol to the qdot coating
prevents nonselective accumulation of qdots in
reticuloendothelial tissues. These results encourage the
construction of more complex nanostructures with
capabilities such as disease sensing and drug
delivery.
National Nanotechnology Initiative
NSET and Agency Reports and Publications like "Societal Implications of Nanoscience
and Nanotechnology" "National Nanotechnology Initiative: The Initiative and
its Implementation Plan"...Nanostructure Science and Technology
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