| Report Title: |
Nanotechnology: Enabling technologies for Australian innovative industries |
| Report ID: |
90 |
| Date: |
3/11/2005 |
| Report Type: |
Government White Paper |
| URL: |
[nanotechnology_pmseic110305.pdf] |
| Country: |
Australia |
| Organization: |
Prime Minister's Science, Engineering, and Innovation Council (PMSEIC) |
| Summary: |
Expected advances in the area of nanotechnology provide a substantial opportunity for Australia to participate in the development of new technologies. Nanotechnology will transform Australia's industries but also create social and safety issues that require addressing. This white paper from an Australian government working group identifies the requirements for Australia to fully embrace nanotechnology. It recommends the establishment of a national nanotechnology strategy to provide an appropriate regulatory framework and manage safety issues. It also underscores the long-term support of nanotechnology research required to foster new developments. The present state of the nanotechnology industry is viewed as being similar to that of the biotechnology industry of 5-10 years ago, and supporting nanotechnology is essential for Australia to possess a leadership position over the next few years. Such support must be through government organizations, business alliances, and research funding. |
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