Annual Report 2007 - The Australian Nanotechnology Network

MISSION STATEMENT AND OBJECTIVES
Mission Statement
The Mission statement of the Australian Research Council Nanotechnology Network is to
enhance Australia’s Research in Nanotechnology and related areas, by effectively promoting and
drawing together collaborations in this field.
Objectives
The Nanotechnology field is one of the fastest growing areas of research and technology. The
Australian Research Council Nanotechnology Network (ARCNN) is dedicated to substantially
enhancing Australia’s research outcomes in this important field by promoting effective
collaborations, exposing researchers to alternative and complementary approaches from other
fields, encouraging forums for postgraduate students and early career researchers, increasing
nanotechnology infrastructure, enhancing awareness of existing infrastructure, and promoting
international links. The ARCNN will achieve these goals through its dedication to bringing
together all the various groups working in the field of Nanotechnology and related areas within
Australia.
This innovative new network was created by four seed funding networks joining together in
order to cover the broader areas and to create a larger more effective network.
The Network aims to:
1. bring together key groups working in this area to communicate, innovate, share and exploit
mutual strengths and facilities to make a major impact internationally
2. identify new areas of research
3. highlight the infrastructure that is available in Australia and promote use and sharing of these
facilities
4. identify infrastructure needs to strengthen research
5. leverage off and interact with other networks for mutual benefit
6. develop industry and international links
7. interact with the wider community
8. encourage postgraduate students and early career researchers to enhance their skill base and
training
9. become a national resource for industry, research and educational institutions, government
and policy developers
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