National Nanotechnology Initiative

The National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) is a US government effort to promote research and development in nanotechnology, which involves manipulating matter at an extremely small scale—about 1 to 100 nanometers. This tiny scale allows scientists to create new materials, devices, and processes with unique properties, leading to advancements in medicine, electronics, energy, and more. The NNI coordinates funding, research, and collaboration across agencies to harness nanotechnology's potential for innovation and societal benefit, fostering economic growth and addressing complex challenges through science and engineering at the nanoscale.