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The Societal Impact of the Nanotechnology Revolution

When new technologies are created, the societal implications, such as environmental impact, public perception, disruptions in the economy as old industries are replaced and workers displaced, are often ignored or left to market forces to determine. Fortunately, this has not been the case with the emerging science of nanotechnology. The subject of wide interest among government agencies; the source of white papers and conferences; and the topic of debates among watchdog groups, ethicists, and scientists, nanotechnology is also closely followed by industry and business leaders.

 

Nanotechnology Faculty:

Allara, David L.

 

Awadelkarim, Osama O.

 

Cole, Milton W.

 

Grimes, Craig A.

 

Huang, Tony Jun

 

Lakhtakia, Akhlesh

 

Manias, Evangelos

 

Sen, Ayusman