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Nanoprobe Laboratory for Bio/Nanotechnology and Biomimetics: Policy

Science & Technology Policy

In 2013, Professor Bhushan competed for and won an ASME Science & Technology Policy Fellowship. This position afforded him the opportunity to work with the United States Congress, in Washington D.C., from September 2013 to August 2014. Professor Bhushan's activities included organizing hearings, assissting in researching and drafting plicy, and advising legislators on both the technical aspects of science and technology, and the practical effect of policy decisions. Professor Bhushan was detailed to the House Committee on Science, Space, & Technology.

Professor Bhushan at the Capital, October, 2013
Professor Bhushan at the Capital, October, 2013

 

 

 

 

Testimonial from Rep. Thomas Massie

Professor Bhushan Encourages Engineers to Engage in the Policy-Making Process

Papers:

Global Perspectives of Nanoscience and Engineering Education

Perspective: Science and Technology Policy - What is at Stake and Why Should Scientists Participate?

Laboratories of Policy

STLE member advising Congress stresses need for greater technical expertise

Governance, Policy, and Legislation of Nanotechnology: A Perspective

Commentary: Science and tech policy needs scientists' input