Nanotechnology and Globalization: Impacts and Opportunities

Nanotechnology

is the study, design and creation of materials and devices by means of a control of matter on a nanometric scale.

Nanotechnology in Computing

The manufacture of nanochips, capable of storing a huge number of transistors, will enable the design of devices which are much smaller and more powerful.

Nanomedicine

There exists the possibility of building tiny devices, which in sufficient amounts will be able to circulate around the human body detecting, at an early stage, diseases such as cancer.

Nanoindustry

Machines can be designed that make use of waste to generate themselves or generate devices which make use of energy in a more efficient way.

Location, Production and Using Up of Materials

Globalization is the process by which the world is becoming increasingly interconnected as a result of massively increased trade and cultural exchange.

• Increased international trade
• A company operating in more than one country
• Greater dependence on the global economy
• Freer movement of capital, goods, and services

Social and Political Repercussions

The remarkable disbalance between the location of many natural resources and who enjoys their benefits derives from relatively recent historical events and has been maintained by abusive political and trade practices.

WHO Definition of Health

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

An Illness

Illness can be defined as a prolonged change in one or number of organs.

Set Yourself Up for Success

Changing everything at once usually leads to cheating or giving up on your new plan.

Prepare more of your own meals.

Read the labels: it is important to be aware of what is in your food as manufacturers often hide large amounts of sugar or unhealthy fats in packaged food even food claiming to be healthy.

Focus on how you feel after eating: this will help foster healthy new habits and tastes.

Drink plenty of water: water helps flush our systems of waste products and toxins, yet many people go through life dehydrated-causing tiredness, low energy, and headaches.