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Technology transfer is key to reaping nanotech benefits

Technology transfer is central to translating nanotechnology research into benefits for society, says Bai Chunli.

Source: Nature

13 November 2008 | EN | 中文

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Kenyan education should embrace nanotechnology

Kenya should establish a nanotechnology curriculum to get ahead of the game, say Macharia Waruingi and Jean Njoroge.

Source: Business Daily Africa

6 June 2008 | EN

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Risk research needed for water nanotechnology

Nanotechnology could help make drinking water safe, but the risks have to be weighed, say Thembela Hillie and Mbhuti Hlophe.

Source: Nature Nanotechnology

25 October 2007 | EN

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We need a 'slow race' for science-based development

Melissa Leach and Ian Scoones argue that enhanced citizen engagement is essential in making technology work for the poor.

19 July 2006 | EN

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The developing world embraces nanotechnology

Developing nations are recognising the economic potential of nanotechnology, but the global scientific community should take steps to avoid a South-South divide, says Mohamed H.A. Hassan.

Source: Science

1 July 2005 | EN

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Private and public must collaborate in Indian nanotech

Indian president A. P. J. Abdul Kalam hails the future of nanotechnology in India saying private and public sectors must work together.

Source: Hindustan Times

3 August 2004 | EN

Chinese technology: starting small, thinking big

James C. Hsiao and Kenneth Fong say that China will lead the world in nanotech and biotech, once its fledgling technology companies learn the ropes.

Source: Nature

11 March 2004 | EN

'Nano-divide' threatens developing countries

A group of researchers from the University of Toronto, Canada, argue that the debate on nanotechnology is failing to consider possible benefits for developing nations.

Source: nanotechweb.org

29 January 2004 | EN