The Royal Society and the Royal Academy of Engineering launched their study on nanotechnology on 11 June 2003 with an initial call for views. The bodies have been commissioned by the UK Government to investigate the potential benefits and possible problems associated with nanotechnology and nanoscience. The study will include an assessment of how this emerging area of science, engineering and technology should be regulated as it develops. A website, dedicated to this study, is now live at http://www.nanotec.org.uk. For the progress report, released on 2 September 2003, follow the link in the right-hand column.