The Future of Nanotech

The Future of Nanotech

Mike Roco 

National Science Foundation and

National Nanotechnology Initiative

WBT, Arlington, TX, 

March 17, 2010

McMillan, 2004
Many perceptions of nanotechno

from CAN DO ANYTHING to RISK 

“... nano

technolo

At a n

there is a 
TOPICS 

Long view for nanotechnology develoGlobal progress to date and future op

Increased complexity and dynamics (four g

- with increased uncertainty and risk 

Corresponding levels of governance (two f

- with staggered risk management appro

Values-driven global governance of n

visionary, transformative, responsible, inclu
Context Context: Emergence of new tec

ence of new te

- a continuous proces

a continuous proces

Knowledge has quasi-exponential gr

There is an accelerating & non -uniform proand innovations leading to emerging techn

Need of radically new technologies

Demographics with limited natural resource

Particularities in governance of emerg

- Integration of new tools and separated dis

new education skills, partnerships, risk ma

- Need of global governance 

for development, collaboration and avoidi
INC

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Examples of emer Examples of emergin

g technol

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corresponding U.S. long corresponding U.S. long

-term S&

term S

Justified mainly by societal/application factors• Manhattan Project, WW2 (centralized, goa

simultaneous paths)

• Project Apollo (centralized; goal focused)• AIDS Vaccine Discovery (“big science” m

Gates Foundation driven)

• IT SEMATECH (Roadmap model, industry • IT Research (top-down born & managed; Justified mainly by science and technology pot• National Nanotechnology Initiative (botto

opportunity born, for general purpos
Information Technology Researc

Info

Nano

Cogno

National Nanotechnology Initiat

System 

approach

! 

(brain-behavior,.) 

! 

(neurotechnology, .)

! 

(cultural, .)

The “Push” The “Pull”

NSF Education

Existing initiative Needs initiative

Converging New Technologies trans

(overview in 2000 ; ~ 50% relevance in NSF 

convergence has been better developed than for 
WHAT 

NANOTECHN

Nanotechnology Definition for the 

Working at the atomic, molecular and supr

in the length scale of ~ 1 nm (a small mol

range, in order to understand, create and 

devices and systems with fundamentally nfunctions because of their small structure

 NNI definition encourages new R&D that were 

- the ability to control and restructure mat- new phenomena, properties leading to n- integration along length scales, systems 

Benchmark with experts in over 20 cou

“Nanostructure Science and 

NNI preparatory Report, Spring
“Vision for nanote

the next decade” 

Systematic control of matter 

will lead to a revolution in tec

- Change the foundations fro- Create a general purpose te

More important than miniaturization itself: More important than miniaturization itself: 

 Novel properties/ phenomena/ processes Unity and generality of principles Most efficient length scale for manufactu Show transition from basic phenomena a

system applications in 10 areas and 10 sc

Springer, 2000
N

e warea

ENVIRONMENT

ELECT R O N I C S

MANUFACTURING

SECURITY

HEALTHCARE

TRANSPORT

ENERGY

MATERIAL

NS&E integration for general purpose techno

S

~ 2011 ~ 2

Direct measurements; Science-based design and process

Collective effects; Create nanosystems by technology integ

Foundational interdisciplinary research at nan

~ 2001 ~ 

Indirect measurements, Empirical correlations; Single princ

phenomena, tools; Create nanocomponents by empirical d

20002020

CREATING AN NEW FIELD AND CO

TWO FOUNDATIONAL STEPS (20

Mass Application of Nanotechnology afte
Introduction of New Generations of 

Productive Processes (2000

Timeline for beginning of industrial prototyping and nanotechn

1st: Passive nanostructures (1st g

Ex: coatings, nanoparticles, nanostructured metals, 

2nd: Active nanostructures Ex: 3

amplifiers, targeted drugs, actuators, ad

3rd: Nanosystems

Ex: guided assembling; 3D netwhierarchical architectures, robotic

4th: Molecular nan

Ex: molecular deviceatomic design, emer

~ 2010

~ 2005

2000

~ 2015

-2020

CMU

Converging t

Ex: nano-bio-cognitive techcomplex syste

Reference: AIChE Journal, Vol. 50 (5), 2004

R&D Broad Use

IT 1960 - 2000BIO 1980 - 2010NANO 2000 - 2020NBIC 2010 - 2030
A shift to “active nanostructures

Source: Vrishali Subramanian, Jan Youtie, Alan L. Porter, and Philip Shapira (20nanostructures?" Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 2009 http://dx.doi.org/10.10

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Perceived Higher Risks Areas (200

as a function of nanotechnology g

1st: Passive nanostructures Ex: Cosmetics (pr

Pharmaceuticals (incomplete tests for inflametc.), Food industry , Consumer products

2nd: Active nanostructures Ex: Nano-b

Neuro-electronic interfaces, NEMS, Pengineering, Hybrid nanomanufactur

3rd: Systems of nanosystems 

Nanorobotics, RegenerativBrain-machine interface, E

4th: Molecular nanosy

Neuromorphic engsystems, Human-m

~ 2010

~ 2005 

~ 2000

~ 2015-

2020

?

Converging te

Ex: Hybr

medical-cogn

~ 2020- 

Highest perceived risks in 2009:- in air - car combustion- in water - industrial pollution- in food and cosmetics
Examples of 3rd and 4th gene

 Artificial organs using nanoscale contro Subcellullar intervention for treatment o Bioassembly (ex. use of viruses) of eng

nanomaterials and systems

 Evolutionary systems for biochemical p Sensor systems with reactive mechanis Nanoscale robotics on surfaces and 3-D  Simulation based experiments and desi

nanosystems from basic principles

 New molecules designed as devices Hierarchical selfassembling for micro o
Four generations of products and produ

in nanoelectronics

 First generation - scaling down with nanoscale com

physics. Ex: passive nanoscale layers in productio

 Second generation - with device state chan

ge durin

“Integrated-CMOS” with carbon-nanotubes, single-

“directed self-assembly” leading to CMOS scaled t

 Third generation - "Novel logical switch": Nanosys

on state variables other than electric charge. Ex: ephotonic states, graphene-based

 Fourth generation - Molecular and supramolecular 

nanoelectronic systems “by design”; guided assem

 Converging techn. – integration with applications; 
Human

Examples of levels for intervention of nanobiot

4 generations of products for human life 

Organ

Cell

(1st) Joint replacement

Non-invasive and invasive 

diagnostics for rapid patient monitoring

Cognitive-assist devices

Targeted cancer therapies

(2nd)Sensors for in 

vivo monitoring

Localized drug 

delivery

Neural stimulationCardiac therapiesArtificial organs

 (3rd) Imp

cell-matinteracti

 Scaffold

tissue en

 (4th) Gen

therapie

 Cell agei Stem cel

therapi
New nanosystem architectures, more 

- Guided assembling - Nanobio evolutionary

- Molecular design and guided hierarchica

- Robotics based- Reconfigurable sensorial systems 

- Biomimetics . . . .

and less defines

- ? New carrier of information instead o

- ? Manufacturing by nanomachines

- ? Extending use of human potential 

- ? Use of virtual reality and intelligent 

- ? Collective cognitive capabilities . . . 

Nanotechnology convergence with bio, 

Nanotechnology convergence with bio, 

and bifurcation of nanosystem architect

bifurcation of nanosystem architec
CT: Improving Human 

and Physical Capab

• Bio nanosystem approach for healthca

regenerative and biocompatible boreplacements, and physiological s

• Brain-machine interfaces, 

and neuromorphing engineering

• Improving sensorial capacities 

and expanding sensorial functions

• Improving quality of life of disabled pe• Aging with dignity, and average life ex
CT: Enhancing Societal O

(including new technologies an

• Methods for enhancing group interaction a• Cognitive engineering and enhancing prod• Revolutionary manufacturing processes, p

services. Ex: hybrid manufacturing, bio-nanoelectronics, bio-robotics (muscles), “the future”, bio-chem lab on a chip, adapemerging intelligence systems, multiphensoftware from the nanoscale, pharmaceugenomics, neuromorphic engineering, int

• Networked society, with bio-inspired cultu• Business as agents of change for human p
November 2006 

November 2006 NYAS 

Five volumes on science and 

technology convergence (2003-)
2000-2009

Expanding nanotechnolog

2000-2001: nano expanding in almost al

by 2009: 11% of NSF awards; 5% pape

2002-2003: industry moves behind nano 

by 2009: ~ $200B products incorporatin

2003-2004: medical field sets up new go2004-2005: media, NGOs, public, organ2006-2007: new focus on common Earth 

water, food, environment, e

2008-2009: increased relevance to 

economy – policies - sustain
Ten highly promising pro

incorporating nanotechnolog

• Catalysts• Transistors and memory devices• Structural applications (coatings, har• Biomedical applications (detection, i• Treating cancer and chronic disease• Energy storage (batteries), conversio• Water filtration• Video displays• Optical lithography• Environmental applicationsWith safety concerns: cosmetics, food, 
Nanotechnology publications in the Science Cit

Data was generated from online search in Web of Science using “T

database for nanotechnology by keywords (Chen, Dang 

Note: CHINA = PRC

2000-2008 Worldwide annual growth rate 
Total number of nanotechnology applications per y

0

2,0004,0006,0008,000

10,00012,00014,000

1991

1992

1993

1994

1995

1996

1997

1998

1999

2000

2001

2002

Year

Number of Patent Applications

A

WORDWIDE NUMBER OF NANOTECHNOLOGY PAT

Year All applications Non-overlapping1991 224 2242000 1,197 1,1532008 12,776 10,067

2000-2008 Worldwide annual growth rate = 34.5%
Percent contribution by country to nanotechnology 

abstract search in Science, Nature, and Proceedin

Academies of Science (top 3 journals based on cita

nanotechnology papers and paten

2007-2009 data was generated from online search in Web of Science (C

USA ~ 65% in 2009
Time line for the number of NSF awards, number of j

and number of patents (USPTO) on nanoscale scien

published between 1991 and 2008 (searched by keyw

Percentage of NSE Awards/Patents/Papers

0%1%2%3%4%5%6%7%8%9%

10%11%12%13%

1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 

Year

NSF-NSE Award / Paper / Patent Percentage

Top 20 Journals' Nano Paper Percentage3 Selected Journals' Nano Paper PercentageTitle-claim Search's Nano Patent PercentageNSF Nano New Award Percentage

Proportion of nanotechnology contents 

ISO papers and USPTO patents (1

Searched by keywords in the title and abstract/claims

US
0

10002000300040005000600070008000

1997

1998

1999

2000

2001

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007

millions $ / year

W. EuropeJapanUSAOthersTotal

Context Context – Nanotechnology in 

Nanotechnology in 

National government investments 1997 National government investments 1997-200

NNI Preparation

(vision / benchmark)

1st Strategic Plan

(passive nanostructures)

(

Seed funding(1991 - )

Industry R&D ($7.3B) has exceeded national governme

2000-2009

Changing international co

government funding
Changing national investm

FY 2010 NNI Budget Request $1,6

Fiscal Yea

r NNI

2000 $270M2001 $464M2002 $697M2003 $862M2004 $989M2005 $1,200M2006 $1,303M2007 $1,425M2008 $1,491M2009 $1,703M2010 $1,781M

0

200400600800

10001200140016001800

2000 2002 2004 2006 

NNI R&D ~ 1/4 of the world R&D

+ $494M ARRA = $2

2001

-

2010

(Request in FY 2011 $1,776M; nano EHS $117M)
NSF – discovery, innovation a

in Nanoscale Science and Engin

www.nsf.gov/nano , www.nano

FY 2010 Budget Request $423M

– Fundamental research ~ 5,000 active projects 

– Establishing the infrastructure - 26 large centers, 2 user fac– Training and education >10,000 students and teachers/y; ~ $

Fiscal Yea

r NSF

2000 $97M2001

$150M

2002 $199M2003 $221M2004 $254M2005 $338M2006 $344M2007 $373M2008 $389M2009

$409M

2010

$418M

0

50

100150200250300350400450

2000 2003 2006 

+ $108M

(ARRA) = $517M

2001

-

2010

(Request in FY 2011: $401M, nano EHS $33M)
Asia North 

America

Europe

Others

E

Asia

Others

Private (Corp. + VC)

Total = $7.3 billion

Public (Natio

Total 

Growing nanotechnology 

investment - $13.8 billion 

National gove

Local governments an
WORLDWIDE MARKET INCORPORATING NANOTECNOLO

(Estimation made in 2000 after international study in > 20 countries

1

10

100

1000

10000

2000 2005 2010 2015 

YE

A

R

MARKET INCORPORATING

NANOTECHNOLOGY ($B) 

Passive nanostructures

Active nanostructures

Systems of NS

World wide annual rate of increase ~ 25%

Rudimentary 

$1T products by 2015

Reference: Roco and WS Bainbridge, Springer, 2001

~ $120B products ~ $40B NT in the main stream

products

WORLDWIDE MARKET INCORPORATING NA

(Estimation made in 2000 after international study 

~ $200B products

~ $80B in U.S.

First estimation
Estimation of Annual Implications o

Investment in Nanotechnology R

* The corresponding R&D was about 

10 times smaller in1998.

** Est. taxes 20% 

$1.5B* federal R&D: NNI

~$1.9B industry R&D

$B industry operating cost

~$14B Taxes

~$1.9B ind. R&D

*** Est. $500,000/ yr/ job 
$0

$10$20$30$40$50$60$70

FY 2001 FY 2002 FY 2003 FY 2004 FY 2005 FY 2006 FY 2007 FY 

Investment ($M)

Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues Formal and Informal EdEnvironmental, Health, and Safety Percentage Societal D

Nano-manufacturing 

safety added in 2003

Focus on future

nano-generations 

added in 2006

NSF Investment in Nanot

Implications for Safety an

New C

in 20

EPA 

2003 

NIEHS 2004 

DOE, FDA Other agencies enter 2005
Ja

March 2007 
The long The long-term view dr

term view dr

2000-2020

 NNI was designed as a science project aft

planning without dedicated funding in 1997-1

Long-term view (“Nanotechnology Research 

Definitions and international benchmarking 

Science and Engineering Priorities and Gra

Societal implications (“NSF Report”, 2000)Plan for government agencies (“National pla

Public engagement brochure (“Reshaping th

 Combine four time scales in planning (200

Vision - 10-20yrs, Strategic plan - 3-5yrs, 

and Management decisions - 1 month; 

at four levels: program, agency, national e
DOC

TA

DHS

CPSC

ITC

NIOSH

DOC BIS

NSF

DOD

NASA

NIST

NIH

OSTP OMB

DOT

DOTr

DOJ

ITIC

DOS

National 

Nanotechnology

Initiative 

Collaborative, multi-agency, cross-cut prog

among 25 Federal agencies 
2009 Nanotechnology Regional, State, and Loca

CA NanoSystem 

Institute (CNSI)

Northern CA

Nano Initiative

Girvan Institute

OK Nano-technology 

Initiative (ONI)

IN Birck 

Nanotechn. 

Center

CO Nano-Technology 

Initiative

AR Nanotechnology 

Cluster

NanoBusines

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NanoBu

sines

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TX Nanotechnology

Initiativ

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Southwest Nano

Consortium; AZ, 

CO, NM, TX, no. 

Mex. 

Southwest Nano

Consortium; AZ, 

CO, NM, TX, no. 

Mex.

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Enterpri

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Corporation

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Initiativ

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TAR)

Multi state/regional

National outreach

NNI nets: 

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DOE - 1

NIH -

4

NIST -

2

http://www.nano.gov/html/funding/businessops.html#R

TX Emerging 

Technologi

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Fund
Nanotechnology in 200

still in an earlier formative phase o

 Characterization of nanomodules is using m

and not internal structure

 Measurements and simulations of a domain 

engineering relevance cannot be done wprecision and time resolution of chemic

 Manufacturing Processes – empirical, synth

error, some control only for one chemicin steady state

 Nanotechnology products are using only ru

nanostructures (dispersions in catalystelectronics) incorporated in existing pr

 Knowledge for risk governance – in formatio
Discovery of Nanoscale R

Federico Capasso, Harvard Univers

A repulsive for

nanoscale was to attractive reLifshitz forces. 

As a gold-coa

brought closer a repulsive forcten-billionth of measured starof about 80 na

For nanocomponents of the right composition, suitable liquid, this repulsive force would amouquantum levitation that would keep surfaces sli
C. Moon et al., Nature Nanotech

Creating the World’s 

Hari Manoharan, NSF – 042

A STM is used to posita copper (111) surface 2D illumination the moencoding spelling the about 1 nm (0.8 by 1.The letters with featureformed in the interferenby the 2D surface state (111) face of the coppeconfined by the CO molocal gates (quantum h

1 nm
How to Teleport Quantum 

from One Atom to An

Chris Monroe, University of Maryland, NS

Teleportation to tstate over a signione atom to anotTwo ions are entaway in which actihave an instant e

Experiments have attempted to teleport sta

thousands of times per second. But only abbillion attempts do they get the simultaneoubeam splitter telling them they can proceed 

Teleportation carries information 

between entangled atoms. 
Designing molecules for hierarchical s

Designing molecules for hierarchical s

EX: - Biomaterials for human repair: nerves, tissues, wou

Example 4th generation (in research)

- New nanomachines, robotics

- DNA architectures (N

- Designed molecules for self-assembled porous walls - Self-assembly processing for artificial cells (Matt Tirr- Block co-polymers for 3-D structures on surfaces (U. 
4D Microscope Revolutionize

We Look at the Nano Wo

A. Zewail, Caltech, and winner of the 1999 Nobel P

Use of ultra shor

observe fundamechemical reaction(timescale of a fewith 3D real-spacAllows for visualistructural changechemical reactionand real time. Sumay lead to fundof thinking about 

http://ust.caltech.edu/movie_gallery/

Nanodrumming of graphite, 

visualized with 4D microscopy. 
Excited Atoms t

Quantum Comp

Mark Saffman, University of W

Use a single atom 

atom: potentialogic devices, in an electroncould eventuaquantum com

Experiment perfo

Rydberg blockquantum logic 

End-on view of high numerical aperture custom lens system used to trap 

and image single atoms. 

Nature Physics, 2009 
Nanoelectronics Research Initiativ

NRI Mission: Demonstrate novel computing devicereplacing the CMOS FET as a logic switch in the 20To meet these goals, NRI pursues five resear• NEW DEVICE: Device with alternative state vector

• NEW WAYS TO CONNECT DEVICES: Non-charge 

• NEW METHODS FOR COMPUTATION: Non-equili• NEW METHODS TO MANAGE HEAT: Nanoscale p• NEW METHODS OF FABRICATION: Directed self-
 A. Zettl (UCB), J. Rogers (U Illinois):

nano radio = antenna, filter, amplifier

 C. Mirkin (NU), O. Gang (BNL)

Architectures for new, designed crystals

Examples new topics in 2008Nanodevices and components of na

This 

Selfassembling of atoms through DNA strands
Every major ecosystem is under 

at different time scales: food, water, ris

change, energy, biodiversity, minera

The World is NOT Currently 

Sustainable Developm

Nanotechnology may offer efficient man

less resources, less waste, better functi

Need for global governance of convergin

. 
• Quantum information science (IT; Nano 

physics; System approach for dynamic/ pprocesses, entanglement and measurem

• Eco-bio-complexity (Bio; Nano; System 

understanding how macroscopic ecologicprocesses are maintained based on moleevolutionary mechanisms; interface betweeconomics; epidemiological dynamics)

• Neuromorphic engineering (Nano, Bio, 

• Cyber-physical systems (IT, NT, BIO, o• Synthetic & system biology (Bio, Nano• Cognitive enhancers (Bio, Nano, neuros

Converging technologi

Examples of new transdiscip
• Nano sensors in the environment (Nan

networking, environment)

• Emerging technologies for sustainable 

(energy conversion and storage using nawater using nano, using exact nanomanureducing environmental quality and weathusing nanotechnology to reduce consumpmaterials, energy from fusion, etc.)

• Adaptive systems engineering (neuros

technologies, adaptive systems for unpre

• Enhanced virtual reality (using nano, IT

personalized learning, reverse engineer t

Examples of new transdisciplinar
NT Governance and Risk G

NT Governance and Risk G

NANOTECHNOLOGYGOVERNANCE- Investment policy- Science policy- Risk management- Others . . . .

Four key functions: 

Visionary

Resources

Level of Development

ExistingR&DResources

Existing

Commercialization

Resources

Discovery FFE Development Commercialization

Fuzzy Front End

Decision space 

between opportunity

discovery and product 

development

Transformative

Responsible

Inclusive

Benefit 

society

Risk
Governance of nanotech

Governance of nanotech

four main function

four main function

 Visionary

Long-term and global view in planning, including setting R&D priorities and human dev

 Transformative

investment and S&T policy, support innovattools, informatics, prepare pipeline in educationcommercialization; management (build-up, sol

 Responsible development

EHS, ELSI+, risk governance, evaluation, participation, regulations and oversight includin

 Inclusive, collaborative

Building national capacity; national and intermulti-sector partnerships and leveraging 
Transformative: enhance i

Innovation 

Resources

Level of Development

ExistingR&DResources

Discovery FFE Development 

Fuzzy Front End

Decision space 

between opportunity

discovery and product 

development

“Multi-discip.”

Discovery

M knowledge 

areas 

Co

N 

The Valley of Death for Commercialization

NBIC Opportunities 

~ M x N

INNOVATION opportunities increase ~ M 

Le
Focus Center 

Research 

Program

Breaking down 

barriers to 

extend CMOS 

to its limits

Attractin

educatin

next gen

of innov

and tech

leade

Global 

Research 

Collaboration

Ensuring 

vitality of 

current

industry

Nanoelectronics 

Research 

Initiative

Beyond CMOS – 

identify next 

information 

element

Example of emerging technology organSemiconductor Research Corp
Every major ecosystem is under 

at different time scales: food, water, ris

change, energy, biodiversity, minera

The World is NOT Currently 

Sustainable Developm

Nanotechnology may offer efficient man

less resources, less waste, better functi

Need for global governance of convergin

. 
Prof. Huber

Dr. Cort
The principles of good governance are 

governance levels

Societal International Technological systemComplexcomponent

Ex.: Treating new nanostructures as new chemical;Fundamental research/communication for new know

Ex.: Specific legislation for hybrid nano-bio systems(nanosystems)

E

Ex.: (in US) NT Law and WH NNI priority (molecular nanosystems)

Building 

R&D, o

International ag

Ex.: Int. partnershipsdialogue

Responsible development 

Multi-level structure for risk go

Ex.: Naturally nanostructured materials Simple component

Frame 1, Frame 2

Address changing public pe

since 2000

Before 2000: Is anything special at nanosca

Is nanotechnology important? 

When the first products?

2000-2003: Are there self-duplicating nano-b

Could they create “grey-goo”?

> 2003: What are the risks of “long-term 

environmental and health events

> 2005: Nanotechnology can help susta

of global resources (water, ene

Concerns on using nanotech in 

accidents, perception of transhu

2008: ~ 30% know something; ~ 70% b
Inclusive governance - Ex: Internat

on Responsible Nanotechnology R&

Im

Recommended

measures

International 

Dialogue 

26 countries

Jo

Current Norms

Survey

Investments

June 2004, Virginia

http://www.nsf.gov/home/crssprgm/nano/di

FirsSeco

Thi
First International Dialogue on R

Nanotechnology R&D (2

Coordinated activities after the June 2004 Interna October 2004 / October 2005 - Occupational Saf November 2004 - OECD / EHS group on nanote December 2004 - Meridian study for developing  December 2004 - Nomenclature and standards  February 2005 - North-South Dialogue on Nan May 2005 - International Risk Governanc May 2005 - “Nano-world”, MRS (Materials July 2005 - Interim International Dialogu October 2005 - OECD Nanotechnology Pa June 2006 - 

2nd International Dialogue 

 2006 Int. awareness for: EHS, public partic 2007-2009 - new activities
Foster suitable international org

Ex: International standards organizations working 

ASME Internatio
Working Party on Nanotechnology, 2007- 

(http://www.oecd.org/sti/nano)

A. Statistics and MeasurementB. Impacts and Business EnvironmeC. International Research CollaboraD. Outreach and public engagementE. Dialogue on Policy StrategiesF. Contribution of Nanotech to Glob

OECD: Working Party on Nanotech

OECD, Chemicals Committee

2005- 

(http://www.oecd.org/env/nanos
Support global eco Support global eco-systems via COL

systems via COL

NETWORK FOR COMPUTATIONAL NANOTE

nanoHUB.org is a resource for the global Nanotechn

The map below indicates a red-peg for every nanoHU
Five Possibilities 

for Global Nanotechnology G

1. Establish open-source models for the glo

ecosystem to enhance discovery, educatio

informatics, commercialization and broad 

2. Create and leverage S&T nanotech platfo

for new products in areas of highest soc

3. Develop institutional capability to addres

resources, EHS and unexpected conseque

4. Support global communication and intern

partnerships, facilitated by international 

5. Commitment to long-term, priority driven 

using scenarios, anticipatory and adapti
Several background refere

"Nanotechnology Research Directions" Springer (Roco, Williams and Alivisatos, 2000"Societal Implications of Nanoscience and Nanote

Springer (Roco and Bainbridge, 2001); new u

“The NNI: Past, Present and Future”, 

in Handbook on Nanoscience, Engineering anTaylor and Francis, (Roco, 2007)

“Nanotechnology Risk Governance” 

(Roco and Re

in Global Risk Governance Framework, Sprin

“Possibilities for Global Governance of Convergin

J. Nanoparticle Res. (Roco, 2008)

"Mapping Nanotechnology Innovations and Know

book Springer (Chen and Roco, 2009)