Nanotechnology

Demand for ever cleverer gadgets is pushing technology toward smaller and smaller scales, and money is flowing into nanotechnology across information technology, electronics, energy, biotechnology and materials science. Contributors from Asia, Europe and the United States survey the field from several national viewpoints. The opening section examines the state of nanotechnology programmes in China, Korea, Europe and the US.

The second section is aimed at those weighing up investment. It sets out the opportunities and dangers attached to the field and offers projections for how it will grow. The final section turns to what lies ahead, looking at possible future uses of nanotechnology and the practical concerns that come with them.

Throughout, the book traces emerging trends, new opportunities, related risks and likely applications. It is written for professionals, investors and policymakers who want a clear entry point into the subject.