The International Association of Nanotechnology (IANT), is a non-profit organization with the goals to foster scientific research and business development in the areas of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology for the benefit of society.

The Association fosters friendship, equality and cooperation amongst its members around the world. IANT does not endorse nor support any applications which uses and misuses the advanced technology for destructive purposes.

As the leading organization, IAnano is working on the roadmap and the framework of the emerging technology worldwide, including

* Advanced R&D in nanomaterials, nanoelectronics & nanomedicine
* Intellectual property & technology transfer harmonization worldwide
* Developing guidelines for quality control of Nanoparticles Products
* Developing Nanotoxicology methodologies
* Developing occupation health & safety regulations
* Developing Nano-manufacturing framework and initiatives
* International nomenclature and standards for new nanomaterials
* Education & training in community colleges and universities worldwide
* Societal & environmental impact of converging technologies
* Economic development to bring jobs and prosperity to states & regions
* Foster venture investment for start-up companies
* Interfacing with Government in developing public regulations & policies

We are working with various partners via a global network of chapters around the world.