Research by the Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies finds that while Americans welcome new potential life-saving and enhancing applications promised by nanotechnology, they are concerned about a lack of research into nanotechnology's potential long-term human health and environmental effects. They also want to ensure that the government and private sectors are equipped and willing to effectively manage any would-be risks.The Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars was created in partnership with The Pew Charitable Trusts in April 2005.
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