09-07-2026

Nanotechnology as the backbone of the digital economy

Nanotechnology plays a key role in the digital technologies of today and tomorrow. In the FD Magazine issue on AI Sovereignty & Data Science, the article “Nanotechnology as the backbone of the digital economy” highlights the essential contribution of nanotechnology to the digital economy.

In the article, Hans Hilgenkamp, chair of NanolabNL, discusses the importance of high-quality nanotechnology infrastructure, collaboration and knowledge development to keep the Netherlands and Europe technologically strong and competitive.

From semiconductors and quantum technology to integrated photonics and advanced sensors: many innovations build on developments at the nanoscale. NanolabNL supports these developments by providing researchers and companies with access to unique national nanotechnology facilities.

Read the full article (page 7 in Dutch) in FD Magazine AI Sovereignty & Data Science:
https://issuu.com/contentway/docs/ai-soevereiniteit_data_science