Research networks are crucial for several reasons: 1. Collaboration and Resource Sharing: They enable researchers to share [resources](#), such as specialized equipment and materials, which might be unavailable in individual labs. 2. Interdisciplinary Research: Nanotechnology is inherently interdisciplinary, involving [physics](#), [chemistry](#), [biology](#), and [engineering](#). Networks foster collaborations across these disciplines. 3. Funding Opportunities: Networks often have better access to [funding](#) from governmental and private sources, which can be critical for large-scale projects. 4. Accelerating Innovation: By pooling knowledge and resources, research networks can accelerate the pace of [innovation](#) and [commercialization](#).
