The European policy on nanotechnology - Nanotechnology The European policy on nanomaterials was developed on the basis of a Strategy and Action Plan. In this framework, the Commission also adopted a code of conduct for responsible nanosciences and nanotechnologies research. More recently, the Commission has developed two regulatory reviews and a definition of nanomaterials. Regulatory aspects Second Regulatory Review 2012 On 3 October 2012, the Commission adopted the Communication on the Second Regulatory Review on Nanomaterials ( 106 KB). 1.5 MB ), including safety aspects, which gives a detailed overview of available information on nanomaterials on the market, including their benefits and risks. Communication on the Second Regulatory Review on Nanomaterials ( Definition of Nanomaterials 2011 On 18 October 2011 the Commission adopted the Recommendation on the definition of a nanomaterial. The definition will be used primarily to identify materials for which special provisions might apply (e.g. for risk assessment or ingredient labelling). (1Mb)
Patent Law The SCP was created in 1998 to serve as a forum to discuss issues, facilitate coordination and provide guidance concerning the progressive international development of patent law. By dealing with clusters of interlocking issues rather than working in isolation on single issues, it is intended to provide member states with an effective mechanism for setting priorities and allocating resources, and ensure the coordination and continuity of interrelated, on-going work. The Committee is composed of all member states of WIPO and/or of the Paris Union. As observers, certain member states of the UN, who are not members of WIPO and/or the Paris Union, as well as a number of accredited intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations also participate in the SCP. Background History Discussions on the draft Substantive Patent Law Treaty (SPLT) started at the fifth session of the SCP in May 2001. Recent developments
Nanotechnology and Patents Introduction Among the emerging technologies, nanotechnology is one of the most prominent examples and it raises high expectations in a wide range of areas affecting daily life. Nanotechnology is a science which operates at an extremely small scale, as it uses the size of a so-called nanoscale, which is approximately between 1 and 100 nanometers, or 1 to 100 billionths of a meter. While commercialization of nanotechnology products so far has been relatively modest, recent and current research activities allow to forecast extraordinary results for the benefit of humankind in a foreseeable future. While inventions in the field of nanotechnology would, as a general rule, appear to qualify for patent protection, subject to the fulfillment of the relevant conditions of patentability, there are a number of issues that may need further consideration, including for example the following: Studies and Articles Related Sites National/regional/international nanotechnology portals/websites Others
Nanotechnologie et brevets Introduction La nanotechnologie est une des illustrations les plus remarquables des techniques récentes, qui suscite de grandes attentes dans de nombreux domaines qui affectent la vie quotidienne. La nanotechnologie est une science qui intervient à une échelle minuscule, qui utilise comme mesure ce que l'on appelle une échelle nanométrique, qui mesure environ de 1 à 100 nanomètres, soit 1 à 100 milliardièmes de mètre. Il existe jusqu'à présent deux manières principales d'appliquer la nanotechnologie : une approche de haut en bas, dans laquelle les structures sont progressivement réduites jusqu'à atteindre une échelle nanométrique. Même si la commercialisation de produits issus de la nanotechnologie a été jusque-là assez limitée, les activités de recherche récentes et actuelles laissent présager des résultats extraordinaires pour le plus grand bénéfice de l'humanité dans un avenir proche. Études et articles Sites connexes Autres
Nanoforum - European Nanotechnology Gateway 179 STCMT 05 F - LES IMPLICATIONS DES NANOTECHNOLOGIES POUR LA SECURITE A. PRINCIPE DE PRECAUTION ET APPROCHE LIBERTAIRE 1. Le principe de précaution 2. L'approche libertaire B. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 8. 9. 10. * Les effets pour l'environnement. L'impact potentiel sur l'environnement suscite de très vives préoccupations, parce les nanoparticules pourraient constituer une catégorie entièrement nouvelle de polluants. * La toxicité des nanoparticules Des préoccupations plus réalistes ont trait aux risques de toxicité des nanoparticules. * La manipulation de l'organisme humain Ce domaine fort controversé pourrait avoir des implications éthiques considérables. * La fracture nanotique De nombreux pays sont déjà victimes d'une fracture numérique qui suit le schéma des inégalités en matière de partage des richesses. * Protection de la vie privée 11. 12. 13. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22.
Nano Carbon Technology || What Is Nano Technology? What is Nanotechnology? Nanotechnology is a broad term that encompasses many application specific technologies & research into objects that are a nanometer or smaller (Nanometer being one billionth of a meter). Nanotechnology is expected to revolutionize our world much the same way that Airplanes, Televisions & Telecom revolutionized the 20 th century. The foundation of nanotechnology is understanding how to manipulate specific atoms to create a desired result. 1. 2. 3. The Replicators & assemblers will work in tangent to create products automatically. Stronger Fibers – Already Buckytubes have demonstrated the effectiveness of nanotechnology, reaching close to 90% of their theoretical breaking point (in constrast, Steel achieves less than 10%). Faster Computers – Modern cay silicon computers are quickly reaching their limits due to the size needed & heat produced from power consumption.
What is Nanotechnology? The Meaning of Nanotechnology When K. Eric Drexler (right) popularized the word 'nanotechnology' in the 1980's, he was talking about building machines on the scale of molecules, a few nanometers wide—motors, robot arms, and even whole computers, far smaller than a cell. Drexler spent the next ten years describing and analyzing these incredible devices, and responding to accusations of science fiction. Meanwhile, mundane technology was developing the ability to build simple structures on a molecular scale. As nanotechnology became an accepted concept, the meaning of the word shifted to encompass the simpler kinds of nanometer-scale technology. Much of the work being done today that carries the name 'nanotechnology' is not nanotechnology in the original meaning of the word. I want to build a billion tiny factories, models of each other, which are manufacturing simultaneously. . . Four Generations Mihail (Mike) Roco of the U.S. Conflicting Definitions General-Purpose Technology
Nanotechnology Now - News Story: "Canadian researchers make inroads into ALS treatment" Home > News > Canadian researchers make inroads into ALS treatment September 21st, 2011 Canadian researchers make inroads into ALS treatment Abstract: A team of British Columbia and Alberta scientists says its discovery that Lou Gehrig's disease progresses by spreading misshapen proteins paves the way for the first treatment for the disease that paralyzes and kills most patients within five years. Their study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, suggests protein misfolding at the cellular or molecular level in Lou Gehrig's disease, formally known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS, also could trigger the progressive mental and physical deterioration that occurs in brain degenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Such protein misfolding is the hallmark of prion diseases such as Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease in humans, chronic wasting disease in deer and elk and mad cow disease in cattle. Source:canada.com Bookmark: News and information Discoveries