Thematic Section: Nanotechnology, Ethics and Development
Development (2006) 49, 39–46. doi:10.1057/palgrave.development.1100315
An Introduction to Nanotechnology: The next small big thing
Jim Thomas
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Abstract
Jim Thomas argues that the full force of the nanotech wave is set to hit within the next 3–7 years, disrupting North and South, rich and poor alike. He suggests we start to understand now how to defend ourselves.
Keywords:
nanomedicine, commodities, arms, energy, water, food
