TY - JOUR KW - cyber-physical systems KW - dual use KW - key enabling technology KW - prevention KW - research policy AU - Adrian Ionescu AB -

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.

BT - Connections: The Quarterly Journal DO - http://dx.doi.org/10.11610/Connections.15.2.03 IS - 2 N2 -

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.

PY - 2016 SP - 31 EP - 47 T2 - Connections: The Quarterly Journal TI - Nanotechnology and Global Security VL - 15 ER -