Current Scenario of Nanotechnology in Brazil
Publication: Journal of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste
Volume 20, Issue 1
Abstract
The Brazilian government, like many other countries, promotes the development of nanotechnology as a strategic area to encourage competitiveness. This paper analyzes the current scenario of nanotechnology in Brazil and the initial intention to legislate to regulate the development and/or certain aspects of commercialization of nanotechnology.
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Volume 20 • Issue 1 • January 2016
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Received: May 27, 2014
Accepted: Sep 26, 2014
Published online: Oct 24, 2014
Discussion open until: Mar 24, 2015
Published in print: Jan 1, 2016
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