Nanotechnology : Lab on chip

5th International Congress of NanoBio & Clean Tech 2008

btran@ianano.org — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:48:41 +0100

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About the 5th International Congress of NanoBIo & CleanTech 2008
The event will feature more than 80 distinguished speakers from 25 countries discussing the latest scientific advancement, state-of-the art product development and business opportunities in nanotechnology, nanobiotechnology, and clean tech. The four-day conference will also feature:
• Nano and clean tech training seminars
• Poster presentations
• Exhibits and demonstrations
• Panel discussions
• Keynote presentations by renown scientists, CEO of leading companies and legislators

Please check our website http://ianano.org for an updated list of speakers and exhibitors.

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Event precise location and contact information

San Francisco Airport Marriott
1800 Old Bayshore Highway
Burlingame, California 94010
United States of America

Contact:
Brian Tran
(408) 280 - 6222
btran@ianano.org

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http://www.ianano.org/

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International Association of Nanotechnnology

Advanced Liquid Logic, Inc.

Benj — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 12:08:50 +0000

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http://www.liquid-logic.com/

Contact Email

info@liquid-logic.com

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Street address

615 Davis Dr, Suite 800

Zip or postal code

27560

Telephone

919-287-9010

Fax

919-287-9011

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Digital microfluidics is a lab-on-a-chip approach based on direct, programmable micromanipulation of small volume droplets using electrical fields. Digital microfluidics enables complex, multi-step liquid handling protocols to be flexibly, scalably, and cost effectively implemented.

Why is digital microfluidics a fundamentally better approach?

* Programmable, software-driven, discrete electronic control of each droplet provides amazing flexibility
* The channel-less architecture is easily reconfigurable with only software changes
* Very accurate and repeatable droplet volumes lead to high quality test results
* The control equipment is small and inexpensive and extremely energy efficient
* Discrete droplet control and no channels to prime translates to efficient use of samples and reagents
* Development cycles are short using industry-standard, low cost, production-ready printed circuit board fabrication technology
* There are no pumps or valves - no moving parts at all!

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BIOIDENT Technologies, Inc.

Benj — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 10:43:04 +0000

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http://www.bioident.com/

Contact Email

info@bioident.com

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Street address

3000 Sand Hill Road Building 1, Suite 170

Zip or postal code

94025

Telephone

+1 650 391 4247, 48

Fax

+1 650 561 9303

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BIOIDENT is the first and only company to combine printed optoelectronics with microfluidics to create a new class of photonic lab-on-a-chip systems, which enable real-time, multi-parameter detection and analysis capabilities. BIOIDENT allows for the first time to integrate full optical readout systems directly onto microfluidic devices. BIOIDENT´s lab-on-chip systems will be used for mobile water and food analysis, chemical and biological agent detection and In-vitro diagnostics. BIOIDENT is a wholly owned subsidiary of NANOIDENT Technologies AG, the technology leader in the development and manufacture of printed organic semiconductor-based photonic solutions.

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Caliper Life Sciences (formerly Caliper Technologies)

Benj — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 17:24:25 +0100

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http://www.calipertech.com/

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Street address

68 Elm Street

Zip or postal code

01748

Telephone

508-435-9500 or 1-877-LabChip

Fax

508-435-3439

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Caliper Life Sciences (NASDAQ: CALP) provides leading microfluidic, liquid handling, and integrated laboratory automation solutions to the worldwide life science industry. Through its expertise in microfluidics, Caliper is uniquely positioned to lead the industry by evolving the company's liquid handling, detection, and integration platforms into technologically advanced LabChip systems that offer the efficiency, versatility, and exquisite data that key scientists in the pharmaceutical industry already rely on to drive their drug discovery programs. With an emphasis on product excellence, Caliper seeks to leverage its global commercial infrastructure, broad and established customer base, and innovative R&D to drive its commercial success.

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Certified Nanotech Clean Tech Professional

btran@ianano.org — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:08:32 +0100

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The Certified Nanotech Clean Tech Professional Program includes lectures, group projects, discussions and lab practicals, covering nano-characterization and fabrication, nanobiotechnology, thin films and photovolatics, emerging clean technologies and EPA regulations of nanomaterials. Lab practicals include hands-on training with a Scanning Electron Microscope.

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According to the U.S. government agencies, nanotechnology alone will be a trillion dollar business by the year 2015, and about 1 million employees will be required in U.S. alone. Clean technology, which has become a major application of nanotechnology, had a revenue growth from 55 billion in 2006 to 77.3 billion in 2007, a 40% annual increase. The time to enter this growing industry is now, and the CNCP certification program is designed to equip you with relevant knowledge and practical experience to be successful in the emerging industries.

The Certified Nanotechnology & Clean Technology Professional Program will be offered in a 8-week training from August 16- October 4, 2008 in San Jose.

The certificate program is designed to train the participants for professional jobs with an opportunity for advancement in the high growth industries of nanotechnology and clean technology. The certificate classroom/lab training courses will equip you to enter into the emerging nanotech and clean tech industries. Students will be expected to demonstrate their acquired knowledge through problem solving, group discussions, and project development.

In addition to classroom learning and group project research assignment, students are expected to participate in industry seminars which will be held on Thursdays at 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM and complete a hand-on learning coursework on how to use a Scanning Electron Microscope at our training laboratory.

Prerequisite: a 4 year degree (Bachelor of Art, Sciences or Engineering) or equivalent with at least 3 years of working experience.

Weekly schedule:
Saturday 9:00 AM- 5:30 PM (in classroom)
Tuesday and Thursday: 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM (online group project collaboration)
Thursday Industry Seminar: 11:30 AM- 1:30 PM (NanoLunch)

Course Schedule: http://cinano.com/cncp-8-week.html
Brochure: http://cinano.com/CNCP_8week_BROCHURE.pdf

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Candidates must have B.A or B.S. or BE degree or equivalent
2. Candidates must have at least three years of working experience.
3. Candidates must successfully complete an assessment test.

Event precise location and contact information

Location:
1290 Parkmoor Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126 USA
Tel. 408-280-6266
Fax. 408- 280-6255

Contact:
Alisha White
(408) 280-6266
info@cinano.com

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http://cinano.com/cncp.html

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Certified Nanotech Clean Tech Professional

Clearing the US and EU Regulatory Path to Product Approval – “What Similarities and Differences Exist and How Can Companies Mana

aneeshasks — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 19:46:42 +0000

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Clearing the US and EU Regulatory Path to Product Approval – “What Similarities and Differences Exist and How Can Companies Manage the Hurdles?”

Learn how to navigate through the complexities and policy changes that biotech and nanotech products face today. Expert advice and case studies will provide valuable lessons on how policy and regulation is influencing technology in the US and EU and what companies can do to save time and cost throughout the process. Do regulatory agencies have the legal authority to make judgments on nanomaterials? Are they ready for this responsibility?

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Clearing the US and EU Regulatory Path to Product Approval – “What Similarities and Differences Exist and How Can Companies Manage the Hurdles?”

Featured Speakers:

Kjell Srandberg, M.D., Ph.D.
Advisory Board Chairman NDA,
Regulatory Consultant Service AB,
Former Director General of the Swedish Medical Products Agency & member of CPMP

Ricardo Carvajal,
Esq. Of Counsel, Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C.,
former – FDA Counsel

Moderator: Michael A. Swit, Esq.
Vice President, The Weinberg Group

Place: Morrison & Foerster, 12531 High Bluff Drive, Suite 100, San Diego, California 92130

Date: Thursday, April 10, 2008

Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
5:30pm Reception and networking
6:30pm Program begins

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Place: Morrison & Foerster, 12531 High Bluff Drive, Suite 100, San Diego, California 92130

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www.nanobionexus.org

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CombiMatrix Corporation

Benj — Sun, 20 Aug 2006 21:05:00 +0100

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http://www.combimatrix.com/

Contact Email

sales@combimatrix.com

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Street address

6500 Harbour Heights Parkway, Suite #301 Mukilteo

Zip or postal code

98275

Telephone

(425) 493-2000

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(425) 493-2010

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CombiMatrix Corporation develops life science research products based on proprietary technologies in the areas of genomics and proteomics. CombiMatrix' products are designed to aid in the discovery and development of new drugs and diagnostics for human healthcare. The flexible and customizable technology is also suitable for animal and plant research, as well as industrial and biothreat applications.

CombiMatrix' first products are semiconductor-based lab-on-a-chip tools for use in identifying and investigating the roles of genes, gene mutations and proteins. Our chip-based systems are active semiconductor devices capable of performing multiplexed assays involving DNA, RNA, proteins, peptides or small molecules.

Our Platform for Discovery' integrates a micro-fabricated semiconductor chip, proprietary software, chemistry, and hardware into a complete system that enables rapid and efficient design and production of custom microarrays. CombiMatrix' customizable microarrays will enable researchers to reduce the time and costs associated with the discovery and development of pharmaceutical products.

In addition to genomic and proteomic systems and instruments, CombiMatrix has also developed a suite of complimentary software products. These applications aid in the design and production of microarrays, as well as experimental operation and analysis of results. (CombiMatrix Corporation is comprised in the Acacia Research Corporation)

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Digital Bio Technology Co., Ltd.

Benj — Sat, 19 Aug 2006 16:45:42 +0100

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http://www.digital-bio.com/

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Seoul National University Institute of Advanced Machinery 1304, San 56-1

Zip or postal code

151-742

Telephone

+82 2 889 7139

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+82 2 885 2267

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Digital Bio Technology is founded in June, 2000 by Seoul National University Ph.D.'s in the fields of medical, mechanical and electrical engineering with the founding capital of 300 million won. Our company has undergone capital increase and has established itself as a research-oriented company with a total capital of 1.2 billion won and approximately 20 researchers with advanced degrees.

Our company is currently concentrating on a system development of medical and life science, which will lead the future market. Lab-on-a-Chip(LOC), Point-of-Care(POC) and DNA chip analysis system are the main systems which are under developing with the technology of micro plastic chip fabrication and microfluidics. We have recently completed the development and commercialization of a disposable plastic LOC for dilution. And we have also produced prototype of cell counter which differentiates more than two kinds of ells as well as measures the number of cells and PT/APTT assay system which can measure condition of blood coagulation automatically. These two systems are under preparation for commercialization.

Furthermore, with the rapid commercialization of Bio Chips such as DNA/Protein chips, we have succeeded in the development and marketing of scanners(Genoscope DCR 200) necessary for such chip technologies. Also, with our superb MEMS technology as a basis, we plan to invest our resources in the development of small/portable in-vitro POC device, an area in which even technologically advanced nations stay in the quickening period. And all these efforts will lead us to the world-class bio-MEMS comapny.

In the future, Digital Bio Technology aims to develop various equipments that enable to perform many kinds of experimental and analytical processes in the laboratory of companies, universities or the medical institutions more rapidly and more economically. We will also concentrate our effort on developing advanced analysis analysis/experiment systems by combining Bio Technology and Information Technology to estabilish our company as a leader of the Bio-Infra industry and Solution tool provider.

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Epocal Inc.

Benj — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 19:30:56 +0100

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Web url

http://www.epocal.com/

Contact Email

info@epocal.com

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Street address

2935 Conroy Rd.

Zip or postal code

K1G 6C6

Telephone

(613) 738-6192

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(613) 738-6195

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Epocal is commercializing new biochips for genomic, proteomic, clinical diagnostic and drug development applications. The Company's breakthrough biochips feature components of two powerful state-of-the-art technologies, gene chips and lab-on-a-chip microfluidics, combined into a more powerful integrated technology. The Company continues to invest significant resources to develop a broad patent estate to protect this proprietary technology.

Epocal's biochips enable highly integrated analytical systems meeting the needs of the pharmaceutical industry for its future generations of bio-tools, as well as enabling simple to use but highly integrated sample-to-answer devices for clinical diagnostics.

The Company has assembled a team of engineers and scientists working in a semiconductor chip microfabrication facility to develop new nanofabrication materials and biochip processes. These materials and processes combine advanced semiconductor fabrication technology with novel biochemical fabrication methods. Researchers at our corporate laboratories are engaged in the development of analytical systems and assays based on our biochips.

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Micralyne, Inc.

Benj — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 17:56:49 +0100

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Web url

http://www.micralyne.com/

Contact Email

info@micralyne.com

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Street address

1911-94 Street

Zip or postal code

T6N 1E6

Telephone

1-780-431-4400

Fax

1-780-431-4422

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Ceo, president

Chris Lumb

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Micralyne Inc. is one of the worlds largest independent MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) foundries. As an industry innovator and leader, Micralyne has a reputation of offering unparalleled MEMS product development and commercial volume manufacturing. This proven one-stop approach is based on MicralyneТ’s track record of success, working with over 300 companies since 1982.

MEMS are devices containing integrated mechanical components manufactured on an extremely small scale. To put that into perspective, Micralyne manufactures devices on the scale of microns; there are 1,000 microns to one millimeter.

MEMS technology is built on the premise of making industrial components smaller, faster and less expensive. Micralyne's MEMS solutions are found in automotive sensors for control systems, optical switching technology in telecommunication networks, lab-on-a-chip devices for drug discovery, and commercial pre-press equipment for printing todays most popular magazines. These types of devices are used in many industries including communications, transportation, energy, and life sciences.

Micralyne has developed core competencies in several specialized fields including microfabrication, etching, thin film deposition, microfluidics, and assembly & characterization. Operating out of an ISO 9001:2000 certified 50,000 sq. ft. facility, Micralyne works with customers to translate their designs into standard processes so that their MEMS components can be fabricated repeatedly and reliably.

Companies around the world trust Micralyne to develop and fabricate their mission critical MEMS products. Thanks to a unique blend of highly responsive service from a knowledgeable team and a manufacturing track record, Micralyne offers efficient development times and quality products, enabling customers to bring their MEMS to market.

Micralyne's headquarters is located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. For more information on our company please visit our website at www.micralyne.com

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Micronit Microfluidics

micronit — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 12:09:43 +0000

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http://www.micronit.com/

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info@micronit.com

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Street address

Colosseum 15

Zip or postal code

7521 PV

Telephone

+31 53 850 6 850

Fax

+31 53 850 6 851

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Ir. Micha Mulder

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Micronit is a world leader in developing, prototyping, and manufacturing of lab-on-a-chip products. Micronit has extensive experience supplying microfluidic solutions to the life sciences and chemistry industry.

Experience & Know-How
A unique combination of expertise in microfluidic engineering and experience in glass micromachining allows Micronit to create customized microfluidic devices for various applications. Micronit engineers have more than 80 years of experience designing and manufacturing microfluidic devices.

Quality, Innovation & Volume
In close cooperation with customers, Micronit designs and develops prototypes of lab-on-a-chip devices. Once a functional prototype is thoroughly developed and tested, Micronit can manufacture it in high volume. Micronit is a flexible partner who understands the needs of customers and the critical challenges facing microfluidic technology.

Key characteristics of Micronit products and services are their high quality and accuracy. During design for manufacturing, special care is given to the reproducibility of products. Every product that Micronit supplies is fully traceable.

Inside Life Sciences
More and more developments in life sciences are based on microfluidics. Modern day analytical instruments used in blood analysis, air control and DNA sequencing have lab-on-a-chip devices inside, enabling fast and efficient analysis.

Micronit finds itself in the middle of life sciences. Micronit products are developed for analytical instruments used in pharmacy, biotechnology, medicine and ecology. The application of lab-on-a-chip technology results in faster analysis, decreased reagent consumption, and decreased cost per analysis.

Microfluidic applications
The Micronit R&D department looks forward to developing a lab-on-a-chip device for your application. Previous collaborative projects resulted in:

Chips for Capillary Electrophoresis
Microreactors
Micromixers
Flow Splitter Chips
Chips with Electrodes
Flow Restrictors
Microcoolers
Microneedles
Microtiter Plates
Microarrays
Chips with Particle Traps

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NanoBio Chemicals India Private Limited

drajitzambre — Fri, 09 May 2008 06:44:04 +0100

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www.nanobiochemicals.com

Contact Email

ajitzambre@gmail.com

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Street address

#217/7, 1st Cross, Ganesh Marg, Hindwadi, Belgaum. Karnataka, INDIA

Zip or postal code

590011

Telephone

+91 831 246 6522

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+91 831 246 6522

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Ceo, president

Dr. Kattesh Katti

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We deals with variety of water soluble biocompatible metallic nanomaterials such as nanoparticles, nanorods, nanotriangles, nanohexagons, nanocrystals, etc.
The naomaterials and nanoconstructs are available for gold, silver, palladium, platinum and iron in aqueous base.
These nanomaterials have wide spectrum utility for nanoscience and nanotechnology researchers in academia and industry.
The major applications can be exploited in disease diagnosis, therapeutic effectiveness, Novel drug delivery formulations and also in areas other than biomedical field.
Biocompatibly coated gold and silver nanoparticles allow systematic variations in metal content, thus providing unprecedented means of developing mono or multi nanolayers with assorted metal content for variety of materials and biomedical research applications.
Aggregation of gold and silver nanoparticles in ionic media is a common phenomenon, thereby impeding researchers from carrying out important experiments in ionic fluids.
The technology allows retention of nanoparticulate properties of gold and silver even in the presence of high concentrations of ions. The new dispersible solution phase nanoconstructs allow customers to directly utilize gold and silver nanoparticles in solution phase for such research and product development applications that involve spraying, spin coating, emulsification, mixing, and implanting processes.
Gold nanoconstructs allows researchers to use “one-step” direct labeling of biocompatible gold nanoparticles with target specific proteins/peptides and various markers.
Silver nanomaterials has potential anitmicrobial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, germicidal, etc. applications in health, hygeine, packaging and environmental restoration domains.
Palladium and platinum nanoparticles are unique resources for catalytic testing and manufacture of specialty fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates.

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Nanoparc GmbH

Benj — Wed, 23 Aug 2006 20:04:13 +0100

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Web url

http://www.nanoparc.de/

Contact Email

info@nanoparc.de

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Street address

Bautzner Landstrabe 45

Zip or postal code

01454

Telephone

++49 (0)351 - 269 5350

Fax

++49 (0)351 - 269 5351

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- nanoparc was founded in July 2000 by research staff from the Forschungszentrum Rossendorf (FZR), a large research establishment near Dresden, Germany.

- nanoparc is in the business of developing and fabricating nanostructures and nanolayers for advanced optoelectronic and non-semiconductor applications.

- The central fabrication method used is ion-beam synthesis. This method allows new phases, compounds and structures to be formed unattainable by alternative conventional processes.

- Most of the companys activities are currently centred on the development and commercialisation of silicon-based light-emitting devices and device arrays for advanced applications in integrated optoelectronic ICs, lab-on-a-chip, and sensor systems.

- A wide range of powerful analysis methods such as RBS/C, (X)TEM, ERDA, NRA and PIXE in conjunction with techniques for electrical and optical materials characterisation provide the optimum conditions for effective process development, process control and implentation in real production lines.

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New Platform for Microfluidics Research

micronit — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:14:44 +0100

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Micronit Microfluidics today announced a new lab-on-a-chip platform named “Fluidic Connect”. The platform enables researchers to create their own lab-on-a-chip setup in just a few minutes of time.

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Micronit launches easy-to-use and affordable lab-on-a-chip platform named “Fluidic Connect”

Enschede, The Netherlands, July 1st, 2008 – Micronit Microfluidics today announced a new lab-on-a-chip platform named “Fluidic Connect”. The platform enables researchers to create their own lab-on-a-chip setup in just a few minutes of time.

Fluidic Connect offers a solution for two major problems in the use of lab-on-a-chip, namely integration with existing equipment, and replacement of microfluidic chips. “Fluidic Connect allows the use of standard laboratory equipment in combination with microfluidic chips”, explains Ronny van ‘t Oever, CTO and co-founder of Micronit. “With Fluidic Connect, a larger chip area can be detected with a microscope objective. The user-friendly chip cartridge with the size of a microscope slide enables an easy chip connection. The chip holder guarantees a leak-free connection up to 100 bars and 100 degrees Celsius.”

Within the lab-on-a-chip platform, different microfluidic chips are available off-the-shelf, such as microreactors, micromixers and cross channel chips. These chips are all compatible with the Fluidic Connect 4515 chip holder and the connection kits. Clients are also free to design their own chips that are compatible with the platform. For customized chips with integrated electrodes, Micronit recently launched easy-to-use electrical connections, also compatible with Fluidic Connect.

Fluidic Connect is a modular product that can be integrated as a building block in a laboratory system or setup. According to Van ‘t Oever, it can be easily adapted to specific applications, depending on the relative importance of requirements like low dead volume, pressure and temperature range. He concludes: “Fluidic Connect enables researchers to significantly reduce the time to do their analysis. And above all, it reduces their frustration when creating and connecting a lab-on-a-chip setup.”

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Micronit Microfluidics
Ms. M. Pelle
marketing@micronit.com
+31 53 850 68 67

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http://www.micronit.com

Newcastle University: Nanoscale Science & Nanotechnology Research Group

dutton — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 10:01:36 +0000

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http://research.ncl.ac.uk/nanoscale/index.html

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University of Newcastle upon Tyne

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NE1 7RU

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The Nanoscale Science & Nanotechnology Group is a world-leading research group based in the School of Chemical Engineering & Advanced Materials at Newcastle University UK. Research activities encompass a wide range of themes at the cutting-edge of nanoscale science and nanotechnology - principal interests lie in the synthesis and characterisation of new nanomaterials, such as nanodiamonds, silicon nanocrystals, gold nitride (AuN) and photon reactions on ice.

Our work is multidisciplinary and highly collaborative, drawing on expertise from across physics, chemistry, medicine, and materials science. We have strong links with other leading laboratories and research facilities throughout the world.

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PI ( Physik Instrumente ) L.P. (US office)

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 14:01:26 +0100

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http://www.pi-usa.us/

Contact Email

info@pi-usa.us

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Street address

16 Albert St.

Zip or postal code

01501

Telephone

508 832 3456

Fax

508 832 0506

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Ceo, president

Brian Lula

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PI is a world leading, ISO 9001 certified OEM & Research Supplier of Piezoelectric Nanopositioning Systems and Motorized Micropositioning Systems (Mechanics, Controllers & Software). Applications in the following industries: Semiconductors, Data Storage, Photonics, Fiber Optics, Life Sciences, Lasers, Optics, Microscopy, Aerospace Engineering, Precision Machining, Astronomy

Products: Piezoelectric Actuators, NanoPositioning & NanoAutomation Systems, Hexapod 6D-MicroRobots, Photonics Alignment Systems, Capacitive Position Sensors, PZT Ceramics, Piezo Motors, Active Steering Mirrors, Digital & Analog Motion Controllers, Piezo Drivers, Amplifiers, Controllers, MicroPositioning Equipment such as Translation & Rotation Stages, Actuators, Precision Motor Controllers, Fiber Aligners.

PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. is the leading manufacturer of piezoelectric stages for ultra-high precision positioning and motion control applications. Over more than 30 years leading-edge products were developed for many high tech applications in biotech, high resolution microscopy (Z-stack scanners for high-speed 3D image acquisition) nano-metrology (semiconductors) and for the photonics industry.
High-bandwidth nanoprecision sensors are integrated in closed loop XY, XYZ or Z-positioning stages. Parallel-Kinematic designs provide symmetric response for all motion axes. Ceramic encapsulated piezo actuators provide higher life time and eliminate outgassing.

With more than 400 employees worldwide, metrology & service labs on 3 continents, ISO 9001 quality, and the most experienced design and manufacturing teams for nanopositioning equipment, PI can provide you with the optimum standard and custom solution for your nanopositioning task.

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Professional Development in Nanotechnology: Train the Trainer

btran@ianano.org — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:32:03 +0100

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Train the Trainer features a series of technical workshops on state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing techniques, including nanocharacterization, nanofabrication, and the commercial applications for nanobiotechnology, thin films and carbon nanotubes. This 4-day intensive program consists of classroom style lectures, group discussions, a tour of a nanomanufacturing site, and requires completion of a mini-proposal.

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Course Outline:

Train the Trainer, Level I (Total: 30 hours)

Nanotech 100 BE: Introduction to Nanotechnology
An overview of the fundamental and applications of nanoscience and nanotechnology including nanoelectronics, nanomaterials, nanobiotechnology, nanomedicine and societal implications of
the emerging industry.

Nanotech 120 BE: Nanotech Business: an Overview
An overview of the current market analysis, market trends and economic drivers of
nanotechnology.

Nanotech 140 BE: Environmental Health and Safety Implications of Nanotechnology
A brief overview of the Environmental Protection Agency’s perspectives on the impact of
nanomaterials and nano-composites, within their framework of green chemistry initiative.

Nanotech 225TT: Nanomaterials Characterization
An introductory course on the analytical methodology and nanoscale techniques using Atomic Force Microscope, Scanning Electron Microscope, Transmission Electron Microscope and X-ray Diffraction.

Nanotech 235TT: Surfaces and Thin Films
An overview of the fundamental of surface and thin film methodology and processes Applications
in thin film technology in semiconductors, solar energy products will be presented and discussed.

Nanotech 315 TT: Introduction to Carbon Nanotubes
Nanotubes: an overview of the discovery, physical and chemical properties, manufacturing process and challenges in large scale production of carbon nanotubes will be presented and discussed.

Nanotech 325 TT: Micro- and Nano- Fabrication
An introductory course on the fundamentals and applications of Micro and Nano fabrication.

Nanotech 425 TT: Nanobiotechnology and Nanomedicine
Fundamentals & Applications of Tissue Engineering: An overview of the applications of nanoscience in the biomedical field and the emerging field of nanotoxicology

Nanotech 525 TT: Nanotechnology Project
A step-by-step guideline on how to develop a mini business plan which can be presented to a potential investors and/or corporate stakeholders. Group discussion and presentation will be a part of the course work. Note: Training the Trainer Curriculum also includes a Workshop on How to Use AFM and SEM.

Nanotech 535 TT: Nanotech Training the Trainer Presentation and Group Discussion
Lab Tour, hand on learning experience on “How to use SEM and AFM for Nano Characterization”

REGISTRATION : http://www.cinano.com/registration.htm

Train the Trainer, Level II - Industry Specific Training (Total: 30 hours)

Nanotech 615 TT: Nanocomposites
Fundamental of nanocomposistes, manufacturing methods, and applications on nanocomposites in aerospace, semiconductors, automotive, electronics and biomedical industries.

Nanotech 625 TT: Nano-Fabrication
Advanced study on the fundamental of Micro and Nanofabrication and applications in
semiconductors and solar energy industry.

Nanotech 715 TT: Characterizations of Nanomaterials
An advanced study on the fundamental of analytical chemistry and chemical physics focusing
on nanoscale application. Analytical methodologies and techniques will be presented and discussed, including Atomic Force Microscope, Scanning Electron Microscope, Transmission Electron Microscope, X-ray Diffraction and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy.

Nanotech 725 TT: Nanomaterials Design and Modeling
Fundamental and application of nanomaterials design and methodology and applications of advanced computer modeling in design and prototype development and manufacturing of nanoscale particles and processes.

Nanotech 825 TT: Group Project & Presentation
This session is devoted to group discussion and presentation of group special projects during the coursework.

Upcoming Dates

Train the Trainer, Level I (30 hours)
August 25 – 28, 2008
September 29 – October 2, 2008
November 17 – 20, 2008

Train the Trainer, Level II (30 hours)
August 26 – 29, 2008
September 30 – October 3, 2008
November 18 – 21, 2008

Tuition Fee - $495

REGISTRATION : http://www.cinano.com/registration.htm

REQUIREMENTS:

The programs are designed to meet the needs of business executives, technical managers and academic professors in order to further advance their professional development in the high growth industries in nanotechnology, biotechnology, clean tech and related industries. Candidates must meet the following requirements:

1. Currently employed in the field of nanotechnology, biotechnology, clean tech or related industry; or from public education organizations such as universities, community colleges and technical institutes.

2. Meet the prerequisite requirements:
Business Re-Engineering - B.S. with 3 years of industry experience or equivalent
Train the Trainer - B.S. with 5 years of industry experience or PhD with 2 years of industry experience or equivalent

3. Participation in good faith: Participant agrees to take part in the classroom training and workshop in good faith and will communicate with the program organizers, instructors and staff with constructive input and feedback as to improve the quality of the training program in the future. Participants agrees to abide to the classroom best practice and show courtesy to instructors and other participants.

4. Residents of San Bernardino County have priority registration, although Non-San Bernardino County Residents are encouraged to register.

Event precise location and contact information

Location
Donald F. Averill Applied Technology Training Center
San Bernardino Community College District
114 South Del Rosa Drive
San Bernardino, CA 92408

Contact
Ken Heiman
(408) 280-6266
info@cinano.com

Web site Url link

http://www.cinano.com/TT.html

Web site Url text

Train the Trainer

Tronics Microsystems

Benj — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 14:24:41 +0100

Ticker Id

Web url

http://www.tronics.eu/

Contact Email

info@tronics-mst.com

Short description

Street address

55, rue du Pré de l'Horme

Zip or postal code

38926

Telephone

+33 (0)4 76 97 29 50

Fax

+33 (0)4 76 97 29 51

Foundation date

Ceo, president

Stephane Renard

Number of employees

Long description

Tronics Microsystems: custom MEMS contract manufacturer offering foundry services and turn-key product development, manufacturing, assembly, packaging and testing. Production of custom products: smart sensors, BioMEMS and Microfluidics, Optical MEMS and RF MEMS. Leadership for MEMS manufacturing with thick SOI DRIE bulk micromachining, and specific expertise in wafer stacking (eutectic, thermo-compression, anodic, SDB fusion bonding), and vacuum / wafer level packaging. Tronics offers product platforms for custom capacitive accelerometers and gyros, and ultra-miniature capacitive pressure sensors.