2/2/2011 12:53:00 PM

Statement from the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering on Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Executive Budget:

“The College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) of the University at Albany, and its global network of corporate nanotechnology partners, applaud Governor Andrew Cuomo for the development of a visionary, comprehensive and effective financial plan that supports strategic investments in cutting-edge research and education initiatives as an essential ingredient in New York’s economic vitality and national and international competitiveness. With his fiscally responsible budget blueprint, Governor Cuomo is setting the stage to significantly expand and accelerate the state’s nanotechnology leadership, leading to the creation and retention of thousands of high-paying, 21st century jobs for New York citizens. At the onset of this critical and exciting time in New York’s history, CNSE and its hundreds of public and private partners are at Governor Cuomo’s disposal to help support and advance his ‘New York Works’ agenda and create ‘jobs, jobs, jobs’ for all New Yorkers.”