00836nas a2200169   4500000000100000008004100001653002700042653001300069653002800082653001500110653002000125100001900145245003900164300001000203490000700213520044600220       2016                            d10acyber-physical systems10adual use10akey enabling technology10aprevention10aresearch policy1 aAdrian Ionescu00aNanotechnology and Global Security  a31-470 v153 a<p><span>Nanotechnology enables new solutions with numerous civilian and military applications. This paper provides an introduction to nano­technology as a strategic research and industry field, presents trends with key potential impact and examines related policy and security implica­tions. In lieu of conclusion, the author provides a number of policy con­siderations in regard to the security application of nanotechnology.</span></p>