1. (1) nanobiotechnology offers tremendous potential to revolutionize medical and life science research and to enable discoveries that will enrich and improve the quality of life for the people of the State;
2. (2) the provision of funds for nanobiotechnology projects is vital to supporting this emerging technology; and
3. (3) fostering partnerships among federal institutions, private sector entities, and institutions of higher education will help secure the State's position as a leader in nanobiotechnology research and assist in securing the State's economic future.

The General Assembly finds and declares that:

Added by Acts 2008, c. 445, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2008; Acts 2008, c. 446, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2008. Amended by Acts 2020, c. 580, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2020.