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Nanotechnology: Research

Asked by Dr Ben SpencerConservativeDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 10 January 2025UIN 21034

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what discussions he has had with the Regulatory Innovation Office on the UK’s research into nanotechnology since July 2024.

Answered by Feryal Clark

The Regulatory Innovation Office (RIO) was formally established on 8th October 2024. Initially it is supporting the growth of four fast-growing areas of technology. These are:  Engineering biology, Space, Artificial Intelligence and digital in healthcare; and Drones and other autonomous technology. In developing the next priority areas, the RIO will explore a wide range of technologies.

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