Nanotechnology and Global Security

Adrian Ionescu

Nanotechnology and Global Security

Adrian Ionescu

Connections vol.15, no.2, Spring 2016

Ionescu, Nanotechnology and Global Security

Abstract:

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.

Keywords: cyber-physical systems dual use key enabling technology prevention research policy

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Ionescu, Adrian M. 2016. “Nanotechnology and Global Security”. Connections: The Quarterly Journal 15 (2): 31-47. doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.11610/Connections.15.2.03.

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