Instrumentation Research, Metrology, and Standards for Nanotechnology

**Semantic type:** Classification

**Definition:** R&D pertaining to the tools needed to advance nanotechnology research and commercialization, including next-generation instrumentation for characterization, measurement, synthesis, and design of materials, structures, devices, and systems. This PCA also includes R&D and other activities related to development of standards, including standards for nomenclature, materials, characterization and testing, and manufacture.

**Synonyms:** - NNI Project Component Area 4 - National Nanotechnology Initiative Project Component Area 4