Germany plans to expand its funding for nanotechnology research under its new Action Plan 2015. The previous program, which provided US$539 million in public funding for nanotechnology research in 2010 – the highest in Europe – will be extended and expanded upon. According to Rainer Muller, Senior Manager for Nanotechnology at Germany Trade & Invest in Berlin, “Nanotechnology reaches across industries and research disciplines. In Germany, excellent cooperation between academic institutions, research establishments, and industry players creates excellent chances for foreign investors. With nanotechnology, we can better address a range of global challenges from mobility and energy to healthcare and communication.” Nanotechnology activities in Germany are the most intensive in Europe in terms of public and private funding, patents, active companies and targeted initiatives. Nine national nanotechnology clusters have been developed in the country, and it is a frontrunner in both research and commercialization of nanotechnology products and processes. The article can be viewed online at the link below.
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