NNI Vision, Goals, and Objectives

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The vision of the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) is a future in which the ability to understand and control matter at the nanoscale leads to a revolution in technology and industry that benefits society.

The NNI expedites the discovery, development, and deployment of nanoscale science, engineering, and technology to serve the public good through a program of coordinated research and development aligned with the missions of the participating agencies. In order to realize the NNI vision, the NNI agencies are working collectively toward four primary goals; please note that each of the following goals is linked to a page detailing each goal's objectives:

1. Advance a world-class nanotechnology research and development program;
2. Foster the transfer of new technologies into products for commercial and public benefit;
3. Develop and sustain educational resources, a skilled workforce, and a dynamic infrastructure and toolset to advance nanotechnology; and
4. Support responsible development of nanotechnology.

For an in-depth look at how the NNI guides and facilitates the achievement of this vision, see our Strategic Plan.