Interview with Mike Treder, Executive Director for the Center for Responsible Nanotechnology. We discuss the three kinds of nanotechnology; Michael Crichton’s “Prey”; practical applications of nanotechnology today and in the near future; nanofactories; the impact of nanotechnology on the economy; military and terrorist use of nanotechnology; dealing with the risks of nanotechnology so we can also reap the benefits; Eric Drexler, “The Engines of Creation” and the backlash he has received; the National Nanotechnology Initiative; those who want to keep nanotechnology appearing as non-threatening; the possible threatening and disruptive aspects of nanotechnology; the misunderstandings of the effects of the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle and Brownian Motion on nanotechnology; the IBM logo made from xenon; Nanorex, Inc.; how he became involved in nanotechnology; Chris Phoenix, Director of Research for the Center for Responsible Nanotechnology.
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evil nonsense
12.10.2005 12:41
jane
Pandora's box
12.10.2005 18:07
Technology has always been a Pandora's box humans in that once we develop the means and a way for a particular branch of technology we have yet to put it back in the box. Given our nature as a species I would rather have organizations like the Center Responsible Nanotechnology who make us aware of both the benefits and dangers of our technology so we can make informed decisions in its use than companies whose ultimate goal is maximum profits and growth.
For example, during the interview Mike mentioned how certain companies and organizations have made a tacit agreement to downplay the dangers of nanoscience in order to receive funding and business through the National Nanotechnology Initiative. Mike sees tremendous rewards that can come about through nanotechnology but he wants us to be well aware of the risks that come with this emerging field.
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