| Description |
1 online resource (204 pages) |
| Contents |
Nanotechnology Regulation and Policy Worldwide; Introduction 1; 1 Nanotechnology: What Is It? 9; 2 Nanotechnology and Intellectual Property Rights 37; 3 Guide to Regulatory Compliance 75; 4 Nanotech Legal and Public Policy Initiatives Around the World 99; 5 Impact of Nanotechnology Regulation 123; 6 Regulatory Roadmap for Nanotech's Future 155; About the Author 185; Index 187 |
| Summary |
The emerging commercial application of nanotechnoloy involves devices, processes, and materials that are manipulated at the atomic and molecular level. This first-of-its-kind resource identifies and describes the legal and policy initiatives aimed at encouraging or restricting nanotech research and applications. The book offers an up-to-date understanding of how to comply with regulations in different countries as nanotechnology applications are developed. Professionals find expert guidance on how to protect intellectual property rights associated with this hot technological area. This unique |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Nanostructured materials industry -- Law and legislation
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Nanotechnology.
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Nanotechnology
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781580531757 |
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158053175X |
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