Scientists set 'Five Grand Challenges' for nanotechnology risk research
16th Nov 2006, 10:14 GMT
Fourteen top international scientists in the field of nanotechnology have identified "Five Grand Challenges" for nanotechnology risk research that must be met if the technology is to reach its full potential. Their findings are the subject of a major paper published in the Nov. 16 issue of the journal Nature. Three of the paper's authors will discuss their recommendations at a program and live webcast at 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 16 at the Woodrow Wilson Center.
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