Military and National Security Implications of Nanotechnology

Abstract

The U.S. is currently the leader of the development of nanotechnology based applications for military and national defense. A dva c ments in nanotechnology intend to revolutionize modern warfare with the development of applications. Although the improvements in nanotechnology hold great promises, this technology has the potential to pose some risks. This poster addresses a few of the more recent, rapidly evolving, and cutting edge developments for defense purposes. To prevent irreversible damages, ethical regulatory measures must be taken in the advancem ent of dangerous technological developments implementing nanotechnology. The context will then introduce recent efforts that attempt to raise awareness in the societal implications of military and national security nanotechnology as well as recommendations for national leaders.