“In the twenty-first century, brainpower and imagination, invention, and the organization of new technologies are the key strategic ingredients.”
- microelectronics
- biotechnology
- the new material science industries
- telecommunications
- civilian aircraft manufacturing
- machine tools and robotics
- computers (hardware and software)
“Without exception, every one of the technologies singled out to lead the twenty-first century are deeply rooted in the quantum, computer, and DNA revolutions.
The point is that these three scientific revolutions are not only the key to scientific breakthroughs in the next century; thy are also the dynamic engines of wealth and prosperity. Nations may rise and fall on their ability to master these three revolutions.”