ComputeNano.com explains the concept of rational nanotechnology and computer-aided nanodesign, to promote their use in research and manufacturing, and increase understanding among the scientific and business communities.

A recent return on investment (ROI) study by IDC concluded that for each dollar invested in modeling and simulation software and its support infrastructure, $3 to $9 was returned to the company in incremental revenue and costs savings. Thus, it is clear that CAN will drive the design and development of industry's products based on nanoscale materials and phenomena.