Nanotechnology holds immense promise across diverse fields, but it also brings forth ethical, social, and regulatory concerns. Ethical issues include ensuring the safe application of nanomaterials in areas like healthcare, food, and consumer goods, where potential risks to human well-being and ecosystems must be carefully considered. From a social perspective, the uneven distribution of nanotechnology's advantages could exacerbate existing inequalities, posing challenges to fairness and inclusivity. Strong regulatory measures are needed to mitigate these risks and guarantee that nanotech innovations are both safe and environmentally responsible. Collaboration among governments and global organizations is crucial in shaping policies that foster innovation while safeguarding public health and societal welfare. Public involvement and transparency remain key to ensuring balanced progress.
Title : Circumventing challenges in developing CVD graphene on steels for extraordinary and durable corrosion resistance
Raman Singh, Monash University, Australia
Title : Evaluating cytotoxicity of metal-doped tin oxide nanoparticles
Paulo Cesar De Morais, Catholic University of Brasilia, Brazil
Title : Nanotechnology and polymers for sea and ocean sterilization using artificial intelligence with artificial intelligence-engineered nano-polymer membranes
Fadi Ibrahim Ahmed, Al-shujaa bin Al-aslam School, Kuwait
Title : Dual memory characteristics and crystallographic transformations in shape memory alloys
Osman Adiguzel, Firat University, Turkey
Title : Flexible fabric-based nanostructured color-generating film systems
Xinhua Ni, Guangzhou City University of Technology, China
Title : A broadband, angle-insensitive aluminium-based near infra-red absorber for protecting warfighters and sensitive optics technologies
Chayanika Baishya, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India