What does NNI stand for?

National Nanotechnology Initiative

The National Nanotechnology Initiative is a research-and development (R & D) program funded by the U.S. government and managed by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC). It contributes funds for university and government education and R & D programs, and promotes partnerships and communication among corporations, government agencies, and educational institutions. The efforts of the NNI have produced several significant results in recent years. Examples include quantum dots for dynamic angiography in living mice, nanoparticles for enhancing the performance of anti-cancer drugs, nanoscale electromechanical sensors for detection of dangerous chemicals, iron nanoparticles that can remove certain contaminants from ground water, energetic materials for use as propellants, and ultra-high-density data storage devices.