Fundamental Nanoscale Phenomena and Processes

**Semantic type:** Classification

**Definition:** Discovery and development of fundamental knowledge pertaining to new phenomena in the physical, biological, and engineering sciences that occur at the nanoscale. Elucidation of scientific and engineering principles related to nanoscale structures, processes, and mechanisms.

**Synonyms:** - NNI Project Component Area 1 - National Nanotechnology Initiative Project Component Area 1