Nanotechnology : Australia, Companies and Institutions

Advanced Nano Technology

NanoStaff — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 14:13:21 +0000

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http://www.advancednanotechnology.com/

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http://www.advancednanotechnology.com/contact_us.php

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+61 8 9458 0800

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+61 8 9458 0810

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Advanced Nanotechnology Limited (Advanced Nano) is a leading innovator and manufacturer of advanced nanomaterials and nanomaterials products. We aim to continually build on our core competencies. Our ability to manufacture mono dispersed nanoparticles with controlled size, shape, surface and chemistry enables us to deliver them in true nano dispersed forms that enhance product value.

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Advanced Nanotechnology Limited (Advanced Nano)

Benj — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 20:20:09 +0000

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http://www.advancednanotechnology.com/

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108 Radium St

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6016

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+61 8 9458 0800

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+61 8 9458 0810

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The vision of Advanced Nano is to become a world-class leader in the manufacture of nanopowders and nanopowder products. To achieve this goal we:

* manufacture products and provide services that consistently meet the needs and requirements of our customers
* involve all employees and customers as appropriate in continually improving the value of our products
* build strong partnerships with our customers and distributors, to enhance the quality of our products and hence the long term profitability and growth of Advanced Nano
* ensure compliance with all relevant quality standards and regulations through a highly motivated Quality team

Download PDFAdvanced Nano strives for continuous improvement and the highest quality in all facets of our activities. Our aim is to provide innovative products and services that excite our customers and exceed their expectations of quality, reliability and value.

Evidence of our commitment to quality performance is our registration to ISO 9001: 2000. The quality management system ensures consistent high quality products by identifying the needs of our customers and applicable regulatory requirements. Our goal is to produce quality guaranteed products that guarantee customer satisfaction through the diligent application of the quality system.

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AgActive ( Healthy Channels Pty Ltd. )

Benj — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 09:33:52 +0000

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http://www.agactive.com/

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info@agactive.com

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PO Box 1542

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NSW 2541

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+61 2 4422 8126

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+61 2 4422 8127

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We currently apply this process to a number of products :

* socks - destroy foot odour & help in prevention of athlete's foot/tinea
* bed linen - for home, hotels and hospitals. Kills bacteria on contact
* towels - bath towels, hand/face towels and tea towels.
* face masks - world's most advanced (they kill viruses & bacteria)

All AgActive products are backed by SilverSure 's Guarantee of Quality, and must meet 3 basic criteria:

* they must be natural and free from any added chemicals
* they must be Environmentally Friendly
* they must have some positive impact on Wellbeing and/or Lifestyle

AgActive products are safe, non-toxic, odourless and long-lasting. Because the silver nanoparticles are infused with the textile, they maintain their effectiveness even after repeated washing or heat application such as ironing.

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AION Diagnostics

Benj — Thu, 23 Nov 2006 15:35:08 +0000

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http://www.aiondiagnostics.com/

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info@aiondiagnostics.com

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Level 2, The Mirimar, 40 - 48 Subiaco Square Road

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6008

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+ 61 8 6461 9400

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+ 61 8 6461 9499

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BioSilicon™, a nanostructured porous silicon, is a leading edge technology that will have significant impact in healthcare diagnostics. Its unique and versatile properties have vast applications in diagnostic and sensor markets. Diagnostic applications will exploit the biodegradable, optical, semi conductor and micro machining properties of BioSilicon™.

Porous silicon is one of the most exciting new materials that is being developed. Studies into its applications in diagnostics and healthcare have shown great potential, some of these properties include:

Biodegradability – BioSilicon™ degrades in the body to form silicic acid, which is found in everyday foodstuffs

Biocompatibility – No apparent toxicity in vivo

Semi conductivity – BioSilicon™ retains the semi-conductor properties of silicon

Abundant and low cost – The element silicon forms 28% of the earth's crust

Electron and photo luminescence – Porous silicon can be manufactured to emit light under various circumstances. This property can be broken down into two major categories, electro- and photo - luminescence.

Photovoltaic effect – The reverse effect of electroluminescence is also exhibited by porous silicon, resulting in production of electricity.

Sensitivity to its surroundings – Porous silicon is extremely sensitive to its surroundings and even a slight change in the composition of the gases or liquids in the surroundings can cause marked changes in its behaviour.

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Ambri Limited

Benj — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 20:03:31 +0000

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http://www.ambri.com/

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Communications@ambri.com

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126 Greville Street

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2067

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+61 2 9422 3000

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+61 2 9422 3013

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Our vision:

Our vision is to increase shareholder value by building businesses based on our membrane and biosensor technology.

Our values:

At Ambri we have developed a set of values which are the shared principles that help us to achieve our vision. We are guided by our values and they form the basis of our decision making.

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ARC Centre for Functional Nanomaterial

Benj — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 14:42:44 +0000

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http://www.arccfn.org.au/

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Hawken Building (50), The University of Queensland

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4072

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(+61) 7 3365 3885

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(+61) 7 3365 4199

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The ARC Centre for Functional Nanomaterials was established in November 2003 under the Australian Research Council's Centre of Excellence Program (Reserved Round). The Centre aims to become a world class centre of excellence with leading Australian researchers in nanomaterials.

Nanomaterials are advanced materials constructed with nanoscale building blocks, with molecular precision of control. Such materials possess much improved physical and chemical properties. These properties change with particle size, and can be controlled by manipulating the building blocks. By functional nanomaterials, we mean those nanomaterials having essential functional properties, that are useful in processes such as adsorption, ion-conducting, separation, catalysis, biomaterials and biosensing, not in structural and electronic applications.

The Centre aims (1) to carry out world-class research at both fundamental and applied levels into the synthesis, characterization and application of various nanomaterials; (2) to provide first rate research training contributing to the growth of Australia's human capital; and (3) to establish close research linkages with leading international groups, positioning Australia as a world leader in this emerging field. The programs will lead to innovative techniques and technologies that will underpin new materials and products for applications in clean energy, environmental, and health care industries.

The Centre has its headquarters at The University of Queensland in Brisbane, and a New South Wales/Australian Capital Territory Node based at The University of New South Wales. It brings together leading researchers from four Australian Universities with the Centre's Chief Investigators coming from The University of Queensland, The University of New South Wales, The Australian National University and The University of Western Sydney. The Centre also brings together Partner Investigators from four CSIRO Divisions as well as from IBM's Almaden Research Centre and Washington University in St Louis.

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Asia Pacific Nanotechnology Forum, Inc.

Benj — Sat, 09 Dec 2006 11:39:09 +0000

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http://www.apnf.org/

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The Meriton Heritage Building, Level 2, Suite 1, Kent Street 533-539

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2000

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61-2-9261-8857

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61-2-8905-9678

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The Asia Pacific Nanotechnology Forum (APNF) is a unique platform for networking across the Asia Pacific region between governments, developing industry, and the venture capital market.

The Asia Pacific Nanotechnology Forum is an independent non-government, not for profit organization, which facilitates the coordination of Nanotechnology development and programs and cross regional collaborations among Government policy makers, industry , R&D institutions, and leading researchers.

With support from governments from across the Asia Pacific and major industry, the APNF was formed as the Asia Pacific centered catalyst and thought leader in Nanotechnology and related development areas. The Asia Pacific Nanotechnology Forum is the leading facilitator of the Asia Nanotechnology Forum and the Asia Nanotechnology Business Alliance, and publisher of the quarterly APNF News Journal.

The Asia Pacific Nanotechnology Forum hosts the Annual APNF Conference and numerous country local symposia, workshops, seminars, and exhibitions. Since its inauguration in February 2002, the APNF maintained a key role as supporting organization of a number of initiatives and major Nanotechnology events in Asia, Europe, and the USA.

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ATA Scientific

JohnT — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:01:27 +0000

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http://www.atascientific.com.au

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enquiries@atascientific.com.au

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PO Box 1005

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NSW 1499

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(02) 9543 0477

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(02) 9543 9459

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ATA Scientific specialises in marketing and servicing analytical and scientific instruments. We represent a group of international companies who are all highly regarded in their fields. Their innovative products focus on the Particle Sciences, Biotechnology and Spectroscopy. They include instruments applicable to nano particle, micro emulsion and bio-surface research.

We operate throughout Australia and New Zealand. Over the past 20 years we have built an extensive customer base. This includes Universities, CSIRO and a diverse range of companies in the pharmaceutical, polymer, chemical and mining industries.

Our people have a considerable range of skills and experience in analytical technologies, especially particle and protein analysis. We support our customers with ongoing applications assistance and by encouraging the adoption of standard operating procedures. A full range of technical services are provided by our engineers including operator training, preventative maintenance and breakdown repair.

The constant change in analytical technologies is both exciting and challenging. We will meet this challenge by continuing to invest in our people and capabilities. We aim to provide our customers with long term support, so that they can enjoy the maximum benefit from our products and services.

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Australian Government: Invest Australia

Benj — Sat, 19 Aug 2006 16:21:07 +0000

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http://www.investaustralia.gov.au/

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+1 415 243 2068

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We attract productive foreign direct investment into Australia to support sustainable industry growth and development.

We achieve this by promoting Australias competitive advantages as an investment destination and actively facilitating investment projects into Australia.

Invest Australia has investment advisory specialists in 12 locations around the world, including New York, San Francisco, London, Paris, Frankfurt, Singapore, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Bejing to provide potential investors with a comprehensive, free and totally confidential service.

Our industry specialists also work here in Australia to advise investors on the benefits of investing in Australia's key industries.

In the past five years Invest Australia has helped a wide range of international businesses invest in Australia and today we are currently working with companies on projects with potential investment in Australia of more than $50 billion.

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Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)

Benj — Mon, 04 Sep 2006 11:53:53 +0000

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http://www.aibn.uq.edu.au/

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Level 6, Queensland Bioscience Precinct (Bldg 80), The University of Queensland

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Qld 4072

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The unique capabilities of the AIBN come from merging the skills of the engineer, chemist, biologist and computational scientist to conduct a world-class research program in nano-scale science, technology and engineering, technology transfer and commercialization. The Research Professionals of the AIBN are leaders in the fields of bioengineering and nanotechnology.

The AIBN is making major contributions to advance knowledge in the rapidly developing fields of nanotechnology and bioengineering and provides outstanding training opportunities for the next generation of scientists.

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Australian Nano Business Forum ( ANBF )

Benj — Thu, 23 Nov 2006 16:27:32 +0000

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http://www.anbf.com.au/

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enquiries@anbf.com.au

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Key activities include:

* Providing information to members on nanotechnology developments and issues effecting the industry - regulatory, political
* Providing a forum for interaction between nanotechnology companies, their suppliers and collaborators
* Providing a collective view of industry needs to political and regulatory decision-makers, and a focal point for international and export representation
* Strategic consulting exercises
* Enabling regular meetings (including a national conference) of business interests and mechanisms for collection and distribution of information

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Australian Nanobusiness Alliance

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 12:29:56 +0000

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http://www.nanobusiness.org.au/

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services@nanobusiness.org.au

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Suite 1C, Level 2, 533-539 Kent Street

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2000

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61.2.9261.8857

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61.2.8905.9678

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Dr. Jurgen Schulte

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The Australian NanoBusiness Alliance provides services relevant to Nanotechnology business as well as industry interested in Nanotechnology. The Australian NanoBusiness Alliance was establish with the aim to fill the gap between at one end state and government divisions with some Nanotechnology interest and at the other end activities initiated by academia and semi-academic organisation.

The Australian NanoBusiness Alliance focuses on the needs surrounding commercially oriented Nanotechnology and needs that other organisations and enterprises have to engage with and benefit from Nanotechnology.

The Australian NanoBusiness Alliance operates throughout Australia and maintains close collaboration with Nanotechnology business alliances and the investment community overseas.

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Australian Nanotechnology Network (Ann, Ausnao)

Benj — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 21:41:37 +0000

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http://www.ausnano.net/

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Australian National University, Department of Electronic Materials Engineering

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ACT 0200

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61 2 6125 0363

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61 2 6125 3915

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Nanotechnology has been identified by the industry and governments globally as a priority area of research and billions of dollars have been invested in research and Development. US launched National Nanotechnology Initiative and other major economies have already addressed this important need through the creation of major European and Asian networks in nanotechnology. Nanotechnology is decidedly interdisciplinary and straddles all science and engineering disciplines. To adequately seize the enormous research opportunities that exist in this new field and to maximize the outcomes of such research for the nation, it is essential that links are fostered to allow researchers to interact across discipline boundaries. Australia has distinct nanotechnology thrusts in areas of nanoparticles, nano materials/devices, semiconductor electronics/optoelectronics, functional nanomaterials and polymers/composites.

ANN intends to bring together all the groups working in the field of Nanotechnology (physical sciences based) and related areas (e.g. microelectronics, microphotonics) in Australia. The ANN aims to substantially enhance Australias research outcomes in this important field by promoting effective collaboration and exposing researchers to alternative and complementary approaches from other fields. The Network will promote international links, create forum for students, young investigators and entrepreneurs, enhance the awareness of existing infrastructure and actively seek to enhance the nanotechnology infrastructure in the country and carry out outreach activities to enhance the public awareness of nanotechnology. In order to cover the broader areas and to create critical mass, four seed funding networks have joined together to create ANN and other networks with similar interests are most welcome to join ANN.

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Australian National University: Research School of Physical Sciences and Engineering

Benj — Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:11:50 +0000

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http://wwwrsphysse.anu.edu.au/admin/php/index.php

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The Australian National University

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The School has a staff complement of around 200, including more than 70 academic research staff and over 60 PhD students. Research ranges from the fundamental to the applied, and includes a broad range of both experimental and theoretical work, often going hand in hand. The School's primary research thrusts are: materials science and engineering; lasers, nonlinear optics and photonics; nanotechnology and mesoscopic physics; physics of atoms, molecules and the nucleus; plasma physics and surface science; physics and the environment.

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AZoNano

vinay1210 — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 06:42:47 +0000

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azonano

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ianbirkby@azonano.com

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90 Mona Vale Rd

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2103

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+61 (0)2 9999 0070

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+61 (0)2 9999 0071

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A totally new concept in the field of Nanotechnology publishing and information provision - AZoNano.com (the A to Z of Nanotechnology) was formed with the primary aim of increasing the use of Nanotechnology by the science, engineering and design community worldwide.

Over 21 million engineers and scientists now use the internet as part of their daily lives, yet the vast majority of them are still unaware what can be achieved by the use of Nanotechnology. AZoNano.com is here to change that.

The aim of AZoNano.com is to become the primary Nanotechnology information source for the science, engineering and design community worldwide. It also aims to be the primary publicist of news, views and developments within the Nanotechnology community.

However, unlike many other Nanotech related organisations AZoNano.com is totally focussed on the needs of the end users of Nanotechnology. To achieve this aim, all of the educational, informative and news content on AZoNano.com is easy to access and search and is provided on a free of charge, no subscription, no charge per article, totally free basis.

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Biomimetics is dedicated to the design, development and production of innovative medical materials, implants and devices

Biomimetics Australia — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 02:09:21 +0000

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http://www.biomimetics.com.au

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b.ben-nissan@biomimetics.com.au

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2000

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61432607349

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Biomimetics Group is dedicated to constant Research and development aswell as the design and production of quality,innovative and functional medical implants and devices for orthopaedic, maxillo-facial, dental and ocular applications.

By using the principles of Biomimetics we have applied a number of natural materials with nanotechnology and biomimetic methods to develop and produce superior medical implants and devices that have distinct advantages over currently existing commercial products.

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BioTech Capital, Ltd.

Benj — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 18:36:01 +0000

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http://www.biotechcapital.com.au/

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Level 2, 55 St.Georges Tce

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6000

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+61 8 9267 4788

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+61 8 9267 4701

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The Company's investment plan is based on the general rationale of the PDF program, which is to encourage the provision of patient equity capital to small and medium sized Australian companies. The Company's investment objectives are to identify entities which are developing technology driven medical research for life-science and health-care applications. Our investment approach is geared towards the construction of a diversified portfolio of 10-20 companies across a spectrum of activities and stage of development.

We spend considerable effort in ensuring we remain fully informed of new areas of interest - particularly where Australia may have an existing competitive position or track record. Examples of this includes medical devices, diagnostics, immunology and stem cell biology.

Investors should appreciate that the life sciences industry is a rapidly evolving system where change is a constant and a technology that is competitive today may very well be a broadly available commodity tomorrow.

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Bridge8 Pty Ltd

Benj — Tue, 22 May 2007 11:20:18 +0000

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http://www.bridge8.com.au/

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GPO Box 1062

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5001

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+61 410 442 629

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CAP-XX Pty Ltd

Benj — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 14:19:25 +0000

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http://www.cap-xx.com/

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sales@cap-xx.com

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Units 9&10, 12 Mars Rd

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2066

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+61 2 9420 0690

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+61 2 9475 0211

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With their high power and energy densities, supercapacitors are capable of producing the high burst power required, for example, when taking a digital photo, sending wireless phone or PDA transmissions, providing back-up energy, or hot-swapping battery packs.

As the use of mobile technology advances, the need for smaller, portable, and more highly functional devices grows.
This, in turn, intensifies the demand for battery power systems that are compact and light, but still provide long run times. CAP-XX supercapacitors will increasingly become the critical enabling technology that allows OEMs to achieve significant savings in cost, component count, mass, weight, and circuit complexity.

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Centre for Quantum Computer Technology

Benj — Sat, 02 Jun 2007 10:11:40 +0000

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http://www.qcaustralia.org/

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Established in January 2000 through funds from the Australian Research Council and participating institutions, the Centre has nodes at the following institutions; University of New South Wales, University of Queensland, University of Melbourne, UNSW@ADFA, Department of Defence, Griffith University, Macquarie University and University of Sydney. The nodes maintain an important collaboration on this project with Los Alamos National Laboratory in the United States. The Centre encompasses major research infrastructure at each of the eight nodes, including an extensive semiconductor nanofabrication facility, crystal growth, ion implantation, surface analysis, laser physics, high magnetic fields/low temperatures, and has substantial theoretical support.