Since the early 1960's, popular interest in nanotechnology has translated into both political action and increasing investment, with notable acceleration throughout 2003 and into early 2004. MRG, Inc., along with Fuji-Keizai USA, compiled a report titled U.S. Market and Industry Nanotechnology Research and Development and Marketing: A Guide to Application, Venders, Technology Strategies, Product Directions and Market Development and Focus.