Abstract: Nanotechnology may well prove to be the 21st century's new wave ofscientific knowledge that transforms people's lives. Nanotechnologyresearch activities are booming around the globe. This article reviewsthe recent progresses made on nanoelectronic research in US and China,and introduces several novel hybrid solutions specifically useful forfuture computer technology. These exciting new directions will lead tomany future inventions, and have a huge impact to research communitiesand industries.