Nanotechnology : Life Sciences

2nd Integration & Commercialization of Micro & Nanosystems International Conference & Exhibit

nwylde — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:57:45 +0000

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The conference focuses on the state-of-the-art research and development in Micro- and Nano-scale phenomena, devices, systems, manufacturing, as well as the commercialization of Micro- and Nano-technologies. The conference will consist of plenary talks, invited talks, contributed oral and poster presentations, and exhibitions and will provide opportunities for communication and collaboration between industry and academia.

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Event precise location and contact information

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Brandy Smith smithb@asme.org

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http://www.asmeconferences.org/MicroNano08/index.cfm

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MicroNano08

3rd International Conference on Nano-Networks (Nano-Net 2008)

damira — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:08:09 +0000

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The Nano-Net conference positions itself at the intersection of two worlds, namely, emerging nano-technologies on one-side, and network/communication theory on the other side. The standing question that this conference will address is: What are the new communication paradigms that derive from the transition from micro- to nano-scale devices? The related degrees of freedom and constraints associated with these new technologies will change our notions about efficient network and system design. Nano-Net provides a multi-disciplinary forum for the discussion of new techniques in modeling, design, simulation, and fabrication of network and communication systems at the nano-scale.

Sponsors: Create-Net, ICST, EU (IST-FET), ENIAC
Industry Sponsor: STMicroelectronics

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Event precise location and contact information

http://www.nanonets.org/hotelreservation.shtml

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http://www.nanonets.org

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Nano-Net Conference Website

5th International Congress of NanoBio & Clean Tech 2008

btran@ianano.org — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:48:41 +0000

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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

Allrun Nano Science & Technology Co., Ltd

allrun — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:28:02 +0000

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Web url

http://www.allrunnano.com

Contact Email

service@allrunnano.com

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Street address

Room 308, Building 2, 500Caobao Rd.Shanghai.China

Zip or postal code

200233

Telephone

+86-021-64759692

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+86-021-64759693

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Ceo, president

Zuhan Wang

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Created in 2002, Shanghai Allrun Nano Science & Technology Co., Ltd. is located in Shanghai (China) and initially owing a large know-how in nano science and technology. Our staff consists of top-ranking scientists, doctors abroad, and experienced engineers who are active in nano technology field. As a high-tech company in the emerging field of nano science and technology, Allrun Nano aims at bettering human life through creative nano technology by company's talent researchers and customer-oriented philosophy, and developing products that offer a compelling advantage for our customers and strategic partners. The broad collaboration recourses to universities and institutes make the company pioneer in industrialization of nano technology.
Allrun Nano's technologies consist of distinct nanomaterial manufacturing processes, surface treatment technologies of nanomaterial, and its bio-medical application technologies. Allrun Nano has created an integrated platform of nanomaterial technologies that are designed to deliver nanomaterial solutions for market application.
Since 2002, Allrun Nano has set up a close, stable, strategic relationship with Research Institute of Micro/Nano Science and Technology (RIMNST) in Shanghai Jiao Tong University which covers many research platforms such as nanomaterial, nano bio-medicine, nanofabrication, ect.
Our products:superparamagnetic nanoparticles, superparamagnetic fluid, magnetic devices, nanopowder, nano fuction composites, function fanrics and adjuvant agent. More information please click our webside.

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Andor Technology plc

AndorTechnology — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 11:07:21 +0000

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http://www.andor.com

Contact Email

marketing@andor.com

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Street address

425 Sullivan Avenue

Zip or postal code

06074

Telephone

+44 28 9023 7126

Fax

+44 28 9031 0792

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Conor Walsh

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Andor Technology plc is at the forefront of developing and manufacturing instruments for the global spectroscopy and scientific imaging markets.

The company's range of CCD and intensified CCD camera systems are used throughout the world for academic, industrial and government research across a wide range of fields such as biotechnology, physics and chemistry. Using Andor products these customers can break new ground by performing experiments that were previously considered impossible. Independently conducted customer research confirms that Andor’s low light solutions are considered world beating.

Established in 1989, Andor's Corporate Headquarters are in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Operating in a global market, Andor's US Headquarters opened in Connecticut in 1997. Andor has regional sales offices in Europe and the US. Andor Japan, established in August 2000, handles the company's Asia / Pacific Operations. More recently in December 2006, the company opened its first representative office in Beijing, China.

Andor sells its products globally to academic, research and OEM markets directly, through distributors and value added resellers.

The company successfully listed onto the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market and commenced dealings in its Ordinary Shares in December 2004 (AND).

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Aonex

JohnT — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 16:39:19 +0000

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http://www.arrowres.com

Contact Email

info@arrowres.com

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Street address

201 S. Lake Ave, Pasadena

Zip or postal code

91101

Telephone

(626) 304-3400

Fax

(626) 304-3401

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Arrowhead Research Corporation is a publicly-traded nanotechnology company commercializing new technologies in the areas of life sciences, electronics, and energy. Arrowhead is building value for shareholders through the progress of majority owned subsidiaries founded on nanotechnologies originally developed at universities.

The company works closely with universities to source early stage deals and to generate rights to intellectual property covering promising new nanotechnologies. Currently, Arrowhead has five subsidiaries commercializing nanotech products and applications, including anti-cancer drugs, RNAi therapeutics, fullerene anti-oxidants, carbon-based electronics and compound semiconductor materials.

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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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Web url

http://www.biomimetics.com.au

Contact Email

b.ben-nissan@biomimetics.com.au

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Zip or postal code

2000

Telephone

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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British Biocell International ( BBI )

Benj — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 10:55:54 +0000

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Web url

http://www.bbigold.com/

Contact Email

info@bbigold.com

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Street address

Golden Gate, Ty Glas Avenue

Zip or postal code

CF14 5DX

Telephone

+44 (0) 2920 747232

Fax

+44 (0) 2920 747242

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Our extensive range of catalogue products is suitable for Light and Electron Microscopy a well as Western blotting. In addition to our wide selection of standard products we can also custom conjugate a provided protein or oligonucloetide.

British Biocell International, part of the AIM listed 'BBI Holdings' group is recognised globally for the production of superior quality gold reagents which are used within lateral flow rapid diagnostic tests for the 'Point of Care' (POC) market.

Since the company developed a unique 'in-house' recipe for the manufacture of superior quality gold nanoparticles in 1986, the company has grown significantly and now offers a growing range of products and services to a global customer base. BBInternational's products and OEM services range from the supply of bulk gold colloid through to high volume manufacture of rapid tests.

The key to BBInternational's success is a proactive focus on rapidly changing market conditions and the ability to exploit key market opportunities.

BBInternational is now the partner of choice for many global blue chip diagnostic companies.

We welcome Shareholders and prospective Shareholders to look through the comprehensive information about British Biocell International and BBI Holdings on the following pages. However, should you have any questions or require further information; please contact us through the link below.

BBI Holdings Plc is incorporated in England and Wales (Reg no.03898291) and its operations are based mainly in the UK.

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BudgetSensors Introduces NEW Calibration Standards

BudgetSensors — Mon, 26 May 2008 08:22:10 +0000

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BudgetSensors® introduces AFM Height Calibration Standards

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Sofia, Bulgaria – 26th May 2008

As a response to the increased demand for affordable high-quality AFM calibration standards, BudgetSensors®, a Bulgarian manufacturer of silicon and silicon nitride probes, as well as AFM accessories for Atomic Force Microscopes (AFM), announces the commercial introduction of 2 different AFM height calibration standards – the HS-100MG and the HS-20MG.

Both height calibration standards feature silicon dioxide structure arrays on a 5x5mm silicon chip. The fabrication process guarantees excellent uniformity of the structures across the chip. This in turn ensures easy and reliable Z-axis calibration of any AFM system.

Arrays of structures with different shape and pitch are integrated on each chip.
Aside from Z-axis calibration, this design also allows X- and Y-axis calibration for bigger scanners (40-100µm range).

The HS-100MG features structures with 100nm and the HS-20MG features structures with 20nm step height.

For more detailed product specifications, please visit BudgetSensors®’ website www.budgetsensors.com/calibration_standards.html.

More calibration standards by BudgetSensors® are under development and will be officially introduced by the company in the second half of 2008.

About BudgetSensors® and Innovative Solutions Bulgaria Ltd.:
BudgetSensors® is a trade mark of Innovative Solutions Bulgaria Ltd.
Established in 2001 and located in the Bulgarian capital Sofia, Innovative Solutions Bulgaria Ltd. offers a variety of products and services within its three divisions AFM Probes, Print & Design and Web & Programming.

The AFM Probe division manufactures and sells probes and accessories for Atomic Force Microscopes under the trade name of BudgetSensors® used by the most advanced R&D institutions worldwide. The Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) is one of the most important instruments for the Nanotechnology industry and research.

The Print & Design and Web & Programming divisions offer solutions for corporate design, presentation and promotion materials.

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Innovative Solutions Bulgaria Ltd.
48, Joliot Curie St
Sofia 1113
Bulgaria
Tel: +359 (2) 963 09 41
sales@budgetsensors.com

www.isb.bg
www.budgetsensors.com

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BudgetSensors

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www.budgetsensors.com

BudgetSensors® Introduces All-In-One AFM Probes

BudgetSensors — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 11:01:52 +0000

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BudgetSensors® introduces All-In-One AFM Probes

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Sofia, Bulgaria – 29th July 2008

BudgetSensors®, a Bulgarian manufacturer of silicon and silicon nitride probes, as well as AFM accessories for Atomic Force Microscopes (AFM), announces the commercial introduction of the “All-In-One AFM Probe” - a versatile silicon AFM probe with 4 different cantilevers on a single holder chip.

All-In-One AFM probes (Order Code: AIO and AIOAl) feature cantilevers for Tapping Mode, Soft Tapping Mode, Force Modulation and Contact Mode on one and the same holder chip.
They are made of monolithic silicon and offer excellent uniformity and reliable performance.

The main advantage of this product compared to regular, single-cantilever AFM probes is the freedom to choose in the very last moment the right cantilever for each application.
AFM users don’t need to stock various AFM Probe types any more. Nevertheless, this product is not meant as a substitution to comparable single-cantilever АFM probes, because the geometry of each one of the All-In-One cantilevers differs from the geometry of comparable specialized single-cantilever AFM probes.

All-In-One AFM Probes are offered without any coatings (Order Code: AIO) and with an aluminium reflex coating on the back side of the cantilever (Order Code: AIOAl).

For detailed product specifications, please visit www.budgetsensors.com/all_in_one.html.

More new products, which are under development in BudgetSensors’ R&D centre, will be released soon.

About BudgetSensors® and Innovative Solutions Bulgaria Ltd.:

BudgetSensors® is a trade mark of Innovative Solutions Bulgaria Ltd.
Established in 2001 and located in the Bulgarian capital Sofia, Innovative Solutions Bulgaria Ltd. offers a variety of products and services within its three divisions AFM Probes, Print & Design and Web & Programming.

The Print & Design and Web & Programming divisions offer solutions for corporate design, presentation and promotion materials.

www.isb.bg
www.budgetsensors.com

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Innovative Solutions Bulgaria Ltd.
48, Joliot Curie St
Sofia 1113
Bulgaria
Tel: +359 (2) 963 09 41
sales@budgetsensors.com

www.isb.bg
www.budgetsensors.com

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www.budgetsensors.com

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www.budgetsensors.com

Burrill & Company

Benj — Sun, 20 Aug 2006 15:57:25 +0000

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Web url

http://www.burrillandco.com/

Contact Email

burrill@b-c.com

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Street address

One Embarcadero Center, Suite 2700

Zip or postal code

94111

Telephone

415-591-5400

Fax

415-591-5401

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Burrill's technical and venture investing competence spans the entire spectrum of life sciences. The expertise of the firm's investment team, strategic partners and Advisory Boards is unparalleled in depth and breadth. In addition, Burrill is a leader in life science strategic partnering, an invaluable practice to build value in portfolio companies and to accelerate their growth and development. Burrill is also the sponsor and facilitator of three leading annual industry conferences and publishes the seminal annual report on the state of the biotechnology industry. This combination of resources and capabilities has helped Burrill develop a unique and highly effective platform for finding and making outstanding life science investments.

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Business Re-Engineering

btran@ianano.org — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:14:57 +0000

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Business Re-Engineering provides insight on the state of nanotechnology from an industry perspective and highlights fundamental applications, environmental issues, and how to finance and run a successful nanotech venture. This intensive 3-day program consists of classroom style lectures, group discussions and requires completion of a mini-business proposal.

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Course Outline

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 220 BE: Essentials of Patent & Intellectual Property
An overview of patents, trademarks, trade secret, how to avoid patent infringement in the
emerging field of nanotechnology.

Nanotech 240 BE: Technology Licensing & Corporate Strategic Alliance
An introduction to technology transfer and technology licensing. Guidelines of how to find and negotiate a potential corporate partners and entering into strategic alliance in market and sales distribution for a start-up nanotech company in working with an major corporate partner.

Nanotech 320 BE: Financing a Start-up Enterprise in Emerging Technology
An overview of financing strategies and practical guidelines on how to raise seed money,
venture capital and how to apply for government research and development grants.

Nanotech 340 BE: Initial Public Offering Options for a High Growth Enterprise
An overview of the Initial Public Offering process, various stock exchanges in the USA, Europe
and Asia and case studies on successful IPO of emerging high growth companies in nanotech
industry.

Nanotech 440 BE: Nanotech Business Re-Engineering Mini Proposal
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 business plan presentation will be a part of the course work.

Business Re-Engineering Level II- Industry Specific (20 Hours Total)

Nanotech 540 BE: Nanotech Business Re-Engineering- Case Studies
An advanced seminar on how to develop a formal business plan which can be presented
to potential investors and/or corporate stakeholders. Guest lecturers will include some
leading venture capitalists who will review actual business plan contest.

Nanotech 620 BE: Investment in Emerging Nanomaterials Companies
A seminar on market analysis and trends, investment opportunities and pitfall on investing in emerging technology companies.

Nanotech 625 BE: Nanotech Business Re-Engineering Presentation and Group Discussion

Upcoming Dates:

Business Re-engineering, Level 1 (20 hours)
August 25 – 27, 2008
September 29 – October 1, 2008
November 17 – 19, 2008

Business Re-engineering, Level 2 (20 hours)
August 27 – 29, 2008
October 1 – October 3, 2008
November 19 – 21, 2008

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.

Registration: http://www.cinano.com/registration.htm
Tuition Fee - $395

Event precise location and contact information

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@ianano.org

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

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Business Re-Engineering

Center for Living Technology ( ECLT )

Benj — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 17:14:15 +0000

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http://bruckner.biomip.rub.de/bmcmyp/Data/ECLT/Public/index_html

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The Center will have a wide spectrum of activities to promote study and development of living technology, including:

* Promote, realize and coordinate research activities aimed at living technology.
* Promote, support and organize teaching activities, and high-level training in living technology.
* Offer consulting and research services to agencies, institutions and firms in the area of living technology.
* Sponsor scientific meetings, workshops, publications and exhibitions for the development and diffusion of Center research.
* Coordinate long-term visitors to the Center.
* Organize public seminars, both technical seminars open to the local academic community, and divulgatory seminars aimed at broader public dissemination.

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Certified Nanotech Clean Tech Professional

btran@ianano.org — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 22:08:32 +0000

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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

COMS2008 – Commercialization of Micro and Nano Systems Conference

nwylde — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:50:59 +0000

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COMS2008: The Premier Conference on Micro-Nanotechnology Commercialization Education!

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COMS (Commercialization of Micro and Nano Systems Conference) is the world's most important international meeting place for all those bringing emerging small technologies from concept to the marketplace.

Network with key people from across the world and from every sector of industry, i
ncluding end users, equipment suppliers, angel investors, venture capitalists, government representatives, and academics. Share ideas and opportunities with the leading minds in micro and nanotechnology commercialization.

As with previous COMS, we will be including an exhibition of leading companies and institutes working in micro and nanotechnology. Over $2B USD in commercial deals have been made at COMS since its inception in 1994. COMS2008 will host an exhibition with approximately 40 international companies

COMS means business!

Event precise location and contact information

The Westin Resort & Spa
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Contact: Patricia Regalado info@mancef-coms2008.org

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http://www.mancef-coms2008.org

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COMS2008

DNA in Nanotechnology

Yana Prima — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 20:46:48 +0000

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There is an avalanche-like increase of reports, where molecules of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) appear as an object of nanotechnology research and/or as material for nano-sized devices. In many cases scanning probe microscopy (SPM) is the most powerful and informative research tool. Examinations as well as precise manipulations can be performed this way. What is important when SPM is applied to molecular level experiments? Three facets are illustrated further.
• Appropriate probes
• Substrates and deposition protocols
• AFM long-term stability
Probe sharpness determines resolution.
Tiny features of the relief can not be detected if the probe tip radius is too large. When imaged with conventional probe, the width of the DNA molecule is 10-20 nm usually, while real strand diameter is about 2 nm. Here are shown short poly(dG)–poly(dC) DNA fragments deposited on modified HOPG (see below). Small unwound single-strand fragments can be seen (bold arrow on the scan) and even helical pitch of the DNA molecule can be resolved (thin arrows) with a sharp enough tip (like DLC probe tip). See comprehensive discussion on sub-molecular imaging in “High-resolution atomic force microscopy of duplex and triplex DNA molecules” Klinov D. et al. Nanotechnology (2007), V18, N22, p.225102.
Whisker-type sharp AFM probes - 1 micron-long Whisker tip grown on silicon probe apex
provides extremely high aspect ratio, tip radius is about 10 nm.
http://www.ntmdt-tips.com/catalog/wt.html
Super-sharp DLC AFM probes - Tip from diamond-like carbon (DLC) grown on the probe apex
is shorter and much sharper (tip radius ~1 nm).
http://www.ntmdt-tips.com/catalog/dlc/products.html
DNA deposition: substrates and procedures.
• Binding to mica surface via inorganic cations
DNA molecules (plasmid) were deposited onto mica surface from solution containing
Mg2+. Pre-treatment of mica by pure water increases density of surface negative
charge (because of cations loss). Binding of DNA in this case is fast and strong,
circular plasmid becomes compacted (A). Freshly cleaved surface has lower density of
the negative charge, thus DNA binding is slower and lateral diffusion occurs during
deposition (B).
• Binding to mica surface via organic molecules
• Binding to HOPG
Related info:
HOPG for SPM applications http://www.ntmdt-tips.com/catalog/hopg.html Highly oriented pirolytic graphite has atomically smooth surface and can be cleaved many times like
mica. In contrast HOPG surface is hydrophobic.
DNA molecules on mica http://www.ntmdt-tips.com/catalog/test_s/products/DNA01.html Test sample to be used in calibration of SPM device. Can be imaged both under liquid and in air.
AFM stability is essential for precise and long-term manipulations.
• Manipulations on small fields: low temperature drifts
Temperature drifts are serious obstruction for long-term experiments on small fields.
Typical drifts values are 10-15 nm per hour in best commercial AFM devices. Due to
this effect objects with sizes of tens of nanometers can be lost during long
observations. On the left images it is shown how carbon nanotube (that is similar to
DNA in terms of its dimensions) can be moved by AFM probe. Right pare of scans
show this object in long-term experiment. Displacement for 7 hours is small enough
and the same particles remains in field of view. Sample courtesy of Dr. H.B.Chan,
Department of Physics, University of Florida, USA.
• Manipulations on small fields: closed loop correction
Closed loop (CL) sensors are essential for correct probe repositioning
and manipulations. Because CL sensors put some electronic noise they usually are not available below 100 nm. NTEGRA Therma allows CL correction even below 10 nm. Here is atomic lattice of mica imaged with CL sensors.
NTEGRA Therma http://www.ntmdt.com/Products/PNL/product101.html The only commercial AFM system that provides drifts <3 nm/h. CL correction available below 10 nm.
NTEGRA Spectra http://www.ntmdt.com/Products/PNL/product99.html SPM-combined Raman spectroscopy system for single molecule experiments(in-plane resolution for spectroscopy is ~50 nm). Tip enhancement of Raman allows detecting signal from single molecule.

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D. S. Andreuk
NT-MDT, Moscow, Russia
andreuk@ntmdt.ru

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NT-MDT: DNA in Nanotechnology

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http://www.ntmdt.com/Application-Notes/Science_Technology_Applications/Life_Sciences/DNA_in_Nanotechnology/text314.html

E.coli Detection Development Company sets up Water Products Division in Canada’s Technology Triangle

Neil Gordon — Fri, 30 May 2008 21:38:36 +0000

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Early Warning Inc, a developer of early warning systems that detect E.coli and other biohazards is pleased to announce the opening of its Water Products Division in Waterloo, Ontario. Early Warning is developing a wide range of detection products employing a revolutionary nanotechnology-based biosensor licensed from NASA Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley. The biosensor can detect trace amounts of specific bacteria, viruses and parasites, and help prevent the spread of potentially deadly biohazards in water, food and other contaminated sources.

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Canada’s Technology Triangle, Waterloo Region, May 28, 2008… - Early Warning Inc, a developer of early warning systems that detect E.coli and other biohazards is pleased to announce the opening of its Water Products Division in Waterloo, Ontario.

Early Warning is developing a wide range of detection products employing a revolutionary nanotechnology-based biosensor licensed from NASA Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley. The biosensor can detect trace amounts of specific bacteria, viruses and parasites, and help prevent the spread of potentially deadly biohazards in water, food and other contaminated sources.

“We were seeking a location possessing world leaders in water technologies, diverse engineering and communications disciplines, and nanotechnology know-how,” said Kenneth Berall, Vice President Operations and Chief Operating Officer of Early Warning. “Not only did Waterloo offer a vast talent pool, the close proximity of office space to the University of Waterloo was also a key factor since we are collaborating with four Waterloo professors and various students in our development effort.”

“We are very appreciative of Early Warning’s decision to expand its operations to Waterloo,” says city of Waterloo Mayor Brenda Halloran. “The company’s cutting-edge research will fit well with Waterloo’s growing emphasis on, and continued research in areas such as nanotechnology.”

“Canada’s Technology Triangle is ideally suited for innovative companies such as Early Warning”, said John Tennant, Chief Executive Officer of Canada’s Technology Triangle Inc, which worked closely with officials at the University of Waterloo to facilitate partnerships between industry and academia. “We will continue to encourage Early Warning’s work with members of the community since an early warning system for biohazards can meet the needs of Ontario’s water community and then be exported to solve water quality problems worldwide.”

In 2000, heavy rains brought livestock manure laden with E.coli 0157:H7 and Campylobacter jejuni bacteria into Walkerton, Ontario’s water supply. Half of the town’s 5,000 residents were sickened and seven people died. Following the incident, it was found that 25 miles of the town’s pipeline was filled with biofilm that became a breeding ground for E.coli and other pathogens to obtain nutrients and multiply.

“We intend to develop an early warning system in Ontario that can prevent a repeat of the Walkerton outbreak,” Berall added.

For more information about Early Warning, visit: www.earlywarninginc.com
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Early Warning Inc media contact:
Kenneth Berall, Vice President Operations and Chief Operating Officer
519-489-7177 x 5224
e-mail: kenneth.berall@earlywarninginc.com

About Canada’s Technology Triangle Inc (CTT Inc)
Canada’s Technology Triangle Inc is the not-for-profit, public-private regional economic development partnership marketing Waterloo Region and the cities of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo to the world. Its mandate is to attract new businesses, investment and talent, while promoting regional economic growth. The organization works closely with the Economic Development Departments of its partner municipalities, member-based business organizations and the four post-secondary educational institutions. The area known as Canada’s Technology Triangle includes Waterloo Region, the cities of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo and the townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich. www.techtriangle.com

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E.coli Detection Development Company sets up Water Products Division in Canada’s Technology Triangle

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FP6 Project PACE - Programmable Artificial Cell Evolution

Benj — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 17:03:06 +0000

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The integrated project PACE will explore the utilization of the simplest technically feasible elementary living units (artificial cells much simpler than current cells) to build evolvable complex information systems. We will create, analyse and investigate the applications of such systems that process information by self-organization starting at molecular scales. We will also determine whether life-like properties are necessary for computational systems to be fully robust and adaptive and investigate the tension between evolvable living autonomy and programmable utilization.. We will explore the collective properties of artificial cells and demonstrate that they are the right material for building nanoscale robot ecologies. The particular molecular systems we will consider will have genetically controlled catalytic reactions, self-assembly of complex supramolecular structures, and energy transduction. We will investigate the stepwise evolution of such complex systems by machine complementation and combinatorial search using a programmable microfluidic interface. We will provide theoretical and simulation frameworks for understanding emergent computational properties of such systems, and experimental frameworks for programming them by evolutionary exploration of chemical reactions. We will integrate and disseminate multidisciplinary European activities to give it a decisive international competitive advantage in this FET.

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Global Lifescience Solutions

Jwallin — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 14:47:23 +0000

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789 N. Dixboro Rd., Ann Arbor, MI

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48105

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Global Lifescience Solutions serves a variety of industries, including: Nanotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Dietary Supplements, Food Additives and Consumer Products.

Areas of expertise include: Analytical/Bioanalytical Testing, Clinical Services, Toxicology Assessments, Microbiology and Consulting Services.

For more complete details, please visit our website; http://www.globallifesciencesolutions.com

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Industrial Tomography Systems (ITS)

irishmik — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:30:54 +0000

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http://www.itoms.com

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sales.support@itoms.com

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Speakers House 39 Deansgate Manchester

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M3 2BA

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+44 (0) 161 832 9297

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+44 (0) 161 839 5195

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ITS provides electrical tomography instrumentation, software, sensors and technical support. This enables customers to continuously scan a volume and determine the distribution of electrical properties as they change over time.

Tomography involves taking measurements around the periphery of an object (eg process vessel or patient) to determine what is going on inside.

The best known technique is CAT scanning in medicine, however process tomography instrumentation is cheaper, faster and more robust.