Nanotechnology and Global Security
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.
Advances in sensors, communications, computing, nano- and bio-technologies, along with new strategies and operational concepts, challenge our policy-making capacity. The Spring 2016 issue of Connections presents the Emerging Security Challenges Working Group of the PfP Consortium and reflections of some of its members on the security and policy imp...