Table I.

Potential areas where nanotechnologies may have a significant impact.

Area	Potential	Refs.
Healthcare	Development of personalised medicine.	-
	Precise and accurate drug delivery systems.	-
	Robotic and automated surgical techniques.	-
	Cochlear implants, the ability to re-join damaged nerves and use in retinal implants.	(60,61)
Energy	More efficient use of energy through the development of smart buildings that respond to the environment.	-
	Reduce fuel consumption and cost by using stronger and lighter materials for vehicles.	(62-63)
Environment	Reduce pollution by acting as molecular sieves for capture of pollutants.	-
	Detect pollutants in the air and water through new disposable sensors.	(64)