Nanotechnology
A big future for small things? Global Investor Focus, 02/2005 Credit Suisse
A big future for small things?
Global Investor Focus, 02/2005
Credit Suisse
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GLOBAL INVESTOR FOCUS<br />
<strong>Nanotechnology</strong>—07<br />
Table of contents<br />
Karl Knop // i4u GmbH<br />
08 <strong>Nanotechnology</strong>: A big future for small things<br />
Billions are invested worldwide to develop the potential of nanotechnology.<br />
Where is the science heading?<br />
Expert discussion<br />
16 Unraveling the big debate over small science<br />
Four leading experts in the field of nanoscience discuss the future<br />
of this technology.<br />
Michèle Luderer // Credit Suisse Publications<br />
23 It’s a small, small world<br />
Though invisible, nanotechnology enhances many commercially<br />
available products. A look at the products of today, tomorrow and<br />
the future.<br />
Daniel Huber // Credit Suisse Publications<br />
30 “Our future inevitably led us to nanotechnology”<br />
Ilford Switzerland returns to profitability thanks to the<br />
invention of nano inkjet paper. An interview with Rita Hofmann,<br />
Head of Research and Development.<br />
Maria Custer // Credit Suisse<br />
32 Investing in nanotechnology is its own science<br />
The better investors understand the impact that nanotechnology will<br />
have on the economy, the more they will be able to profit from the<br />
expected changes.<br />
34 Author bios<br />
36 Disclaimer/Imprint<br />
Cover: A droplet of water on a nasturtium leaf doesn’t wet its surface. Instead, it acts as a dust collector, automatically cleaning the surface as it slides off.<br />
Source: University of Basel/Microscopy Center