2006 NanoTech Trends and Predictions

In 2005 we saw some real progress in NanoTechproblems and even ways to fight and cure cancer by
Research and apparently all that venture capitalattacking or isolating specific areas of cells.
money rolling in is really starting to pay off. TheAs 2006 rolls into full swing we will see more monies
many University and small entrepreneurial start-upscome into play to bring these applications to market
are indeed showing the true spirit of ingenuity andand additional research and development in the areas
innovative talent. We have seen huge advances inof coatings, new materials, vaccine growth, artery
many areas through NanoTech solutions such as;cleaning nano devices, filtration, environmental
extended battery performance for hand heldremediation using membranes and color changing
personal tech devices, hybrid cars and back-up powersurveillance warning systems which will tell us of the
sources. We have also seen incredible solar cellpresence of leaking gas, radiation, biological weapons,
efficiency increases both in performance and lessexplosive material or chemical plumes on a person
cost to build, thus helping solar become a sensiblemoving thru a check point. So 2006 will be a very
option. In Nano self assembly we have seen potentialinteresting and fast paced year for Nano
for medicine, material creation, bonding materials,Technological advance, count on it and think about it.
virus control and even in body sensors to detect