Additional Resources

The mission of this organization is to assess, communicate, and reduce environmental and health risks associated with nanotechnology while in turn maximizing its benefits to society.

On the Nanoforum website, all users can freely access and search a comprehensive database of European nanoscience and nanotechnology (N&N) organizations, find out the latest on news, events and other relevant information, e.g. education tools, further training, jobs, and other EU projects.

We defend the natural world and promote peace by investigating, exposing and confronting environmental abuse, and championing responsible solutions for our fragile environment.

We are the Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology and you have found yourself at Sustainable Nano, our outlet to communicate with the world!

The National Informal STEM Education Network (NISE Net) is a community of informal educators and scientists dedicated to supporting learning about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) across the United States.

Join us! Anyone can join UW–Madison Science Alliance: university or college scientists and students, outreach staff, K-12 educators, parents, lifelong learners, and anyone interested in science outreach. We welcome your participation, ideas, and support for events.

In 1984, The University of Wisconsin – Madison began a program called The Wonders of Physics aimed at generating interest in physics among people of all ages and backgrounds. The heart of the program is a fast-paced presentation of physics demonstrations carefully chosen to be entertaining as well as educational.

The Project, established in 2005, is dedicated to helping ensure that as nanotechnologies advance, possible risks are minimized, public and consumer engagement remains strong, and the potential benefits of these new technologies are realized.

The Resource Bank is an ongoing project that is currently in its infancy, or “in Beta,” if you will. Bookmark this page to visit again at your convenience; new resources are added at regular intervals.

Nanotechnology & Society: Ideas for Education and Public Engagement by Clark Miller, David Guston, Daniel Barben, Jameson Wetmore, Cynthia Selin and Erik Fisher. September 2007