SynopsisThe chief minister said nanotechnology has become a foundational technology with applications across healthcare, electronics, energy, agriculture, mobility, aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing. He said the focus should now be on converting research into commercially viable products through closer collaboration between academia, industry and startups.Karnataka plans to focus on nanotechnology, semiconductors, artificial intelligence and other deep technologies to drive its next phase of growth, chief minister DK Shivakumar said during a speech on August 5.Inaugurating the 14th edition of Bengaluru INDIA NANO – 2026, Shivakumar said leadership in advanced materials, nanoelectronics, semiconductor technologies and AI-driven manufacturing will play a key role in determining globalNow Playing