National Nanotechnology Centre (NNC) (previously known as the National Nanotechnology Directorate) was established in August 2011 under the auspices of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. NNC acts as the National Focal Point to for the coordination of research, technology/ product development activities, standards and regulatory related to Nanotechnology in Malaysia. This role is carried out by planning, coordinating, ensuring the adoption, adaptation and application of innovations in nanotechnology towards commercialization, as well as the dissemination of nanoscience through a network of national and international collaboration.
- Monitoring and coordinating the National Nanotechnology Policy and Strategy (NNPS) 2021-2030, as well as the National Nano Products and Technology Roadmap 2021-2025;
- Updating the roadmap framework, including the need for a comprehensive single policy;
- Implementing nanotechnology R&D programs through a network of centers of excellence led by MOSTI that covers commercialization, intellectual property, and financing;
- Strengthening physical and human resources infrastructure, including the relevant standards;
- Formulating investment and commercialization strategies; and
- Expanding the national and international collaboration networks.
As per the prevailing regulations.