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Subbiah, Vice Chancellor of Alagappa University said nanotechnology was emerging as the sixth revolution in the current era as no research was possible without the help of the technology, which played a crucial role in almost all fields of science. AwarenessProfessor K.
Gurunathan, Head, Department of Nano Science and Technology said the objective of the seminar was to create awareness on the significance of nanotechnology applications in various fields. “Nanotechnology is expected to be one of the next drivers of technology-based business and economic growth,” and emphasized the need for product-based research from laboratory to end users. Vijayamohanan K Pillai, Director, CSIR-CECRI, in his inaugural address, highlighted the recent advances of nano science and technology in the fields of biotechnology, environmental remediation, sensors and semiconductors. The multifunctional application of nano material in industries played a great role in improving the economy of the country, he said..