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Asian NanoForum (ANF)

The Asia Nano Forum (ANF) is a network organization, founded in May 2004, to promote excellence in research, development and the economic uptake of nanotechnology within the Asian region. This collaborative network seeks to benefit its member economies educationally, socially, environmentally and economically by fostering collaboration and acting as a focus for regional and global nanotechnology issues. Asia Nano Forum (ANF) Network is supported by 14 economies in the Asia Pacific Region including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, UAE and Vietnam.

Website: http://asia-anf.org/


ANF Objectives

  1. Foster nanotechnology in the region by creating mechanisms to share information, human and physical resources and expertise.
  2. Coordinate joint investment in and mutual access to major infrastructure by member economies
  3. Initiate, promote and manage co-operative scientific and technology research projects within the member economies
  4. Support regional economic and environmental development through joint projects addressing major regional issues, with an emphasis on support of developing and emerging economies
  5. Enhance public awareness and education of nanotechnology and associated social, environmental, health and economic issues
  6. Act as an advocacy group for nanotechnology in the region and for adequate regional representation of nanotechnology at global forums.


 

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