About the National Science and Technology Council
The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) was established by Executive Order on November 23, 1993. This cCabinet-level council is the principal means by which the President coordinates science, space, and technology policies across the Federal Government. NSTC coordinates diverse paths of the Federal research and development enterprise.
An important objective of the NSTC is the establishment of clear national goals for Federal science and technology investments in areas ranging from information technologies and health research to improving transportation systems and strengthening fundamental research. The Council prepares research and development strategies that are coordinated across the Federal agencies to form a comprehensive investment package aimed at accomplishing multiple national goals. For more information visit
About the Interagency Working Group onManufacturing Research and Development
The Interagency Working Group (IWG) on Manufacturing Research and Development (R&D) serves as a forum within the NSTC Committee on Technology for developing consensus and resolving issues associated with manufacturing R&D policy, programs, and budget guidance and direction.
The chartered goal of the IWG on Manufacturing R&D, which was formed in 2004, is to identifyand integrate requirements, conduct joint program planning, and develop joint strategies for the manufacturing R&D programs conducted by the Federal government. The IWG serves as a forum for the exchange and leverage of information among the participating agencies.
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About this document
This is the report of a workshop convened by the IWG on Manufacturing R&D in October 2006 addressing technology challenges and research needs associated with nanomanufacturing, with particular emphasis on instrumentation, metrology, and standards requirements. It covers issues related to nanomanufacturing of devices and products in four industrial sectors: chemicals, electronics, pharmaceutical/biomedical, and composites. In addition, the report addresses a cross-cutting environmental, health, and safety (EHS) component that was identified and discussed at the workshop. The intent of the workshop and report is to set the stage for the development of innovative solutions and promising results for the nanomanufacturing and nanometrology communities.
Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the NSTC Committee on Technology, the United States Government, or the authors’ parent institutions.
Cover and book design
Cover design by Beamie Young (NIST). Inset image on lower right of front cover is of nickel spheres imaged by NIST’s scanning electron microscope (courtesy of Michael Postek and Andras Vladar, NIST). Book design by staff at WTEC, Inc., in consultation with NIST.