Nanotechnology : Research

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

Professional Development in Nanotechnology: Train the Trainer

btran@ianano.org — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:32:03 +0000

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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

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

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New Platform for Microfluidics Research

micronit — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:14:44 +0000

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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

Nanodrugs 2008: 1st International Conference on NanoDrugs and Clinical NanoTechnology

jwaslif — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:54:06 +0000

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http://www.spectraintelligence.com/nanodrugs.htm

Arrowhead–Spectra’s 1st International Conference on Nanodrugs and Clinical Nanotechnology provides an unmissable forum to learn the challenges and advances of pioneers in nanodrug development and the nanotechnologies applied to medical therapies. Case studies of pipelines, progress and clinical efficacy, and challenges of bioengineering and manufacturing will be the main themes of the conference.

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Nanotechnology has the potential to revolutionize medical treatments and medical practice. With hundreds of nanodrugs in development globally, the opportunities for clinical and market successes are apparent. Nanodrugs are at the forefront of bioengineering for diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, and age-related conditions and represent the next generation of medical therapies that will impact worldwide markets, healthcare, and industry.

WHY ATTEND:
* Learn the latest developments in nanodrug development and clinical nanotechnology;
* Better understand the trends of nanodrug development;
* Learn from experts on the challenges and the solutions to bioengineering and manufacturing;
* Determine the efficacy of clinical stage nanodrug products;
* Establish the next generation market leaders in cancer and other therapy areas;
* Network with leaders from nanotechnology, pharma-biotech and healthcare industries

Event precise location and contact information

London, United Kingdom
Contact: Tim Atkinson, Arrowhead-Spectra Conferences
44 (0) 208 671 7726

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http://www.spectraintelligence.com/nanodrugs.htm

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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

CASO_OTHER BORDERS project

vivibertin — Tue, 13 May 2008 17:58:48 +0000

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Web url

http://www.casoweb.eu

Contact Email

valeria@casoweb.eu

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Street address

via Cristoforo Colombo, 15

Zip or postal code

35031

Telephone

049525513

Fax

1782200929

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Ceo, president

Valeria Bertin

Number of employees

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NanoBio Chemicals India Private Limited

drajitzambre — Fri, 09 May 2008 05:44:04 +0000

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Web url

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

Fax

+91 831 246 6522

Foundation date

Ceo, president

Dr. Kattesh Katti

Number of employees

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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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500 members in The International NanoScience Community

nanopaprika — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:14:01 +0000

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The International
NanoScience Community started life in November 2007 and, today, counts
more than 540 members.

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Spicy network of NanoScience, Nanopaprika.eu - The International
NanoScience Community started life in November 2007 and, today, counts
more than 540 members. It is a virtual meeting point for researchers,
industrial partners and students from more than 50 countries, and
covers some 20 thematic groups (nanotoxicity, nanomedicine,
nanoeducation,…). Discussions, forums, chat, videos and photos are
open to all members. Visit the www.nanopaprika.eu learn how to 'sign
up'.

http://www.nanopaprika.eu

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editor@nanopaprika.eu

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Nanopaprika.eu

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http://www.nanopaprika.eu

MIGAS'08 - International Summer School on Advanced Microelectronics

larrynano01 — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 10:21:29 +0000

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This 11th session of MIGAS is devoted to: "Nanoscale CMOS and Si-based Beyond CMOS Nanodevices"

This school is addressed to PhD students, engineers and researchers coming both from the university and from industry of the semiconductors.

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Program:
1) Advanced materials, technology and characterization methods for nanoscale CMOS
- Strained SOI materials for high performance MOSFETs, C. MazurÃ�Â©, SOITEC
- Advanced strain platforms, E. Parker, Warwick University
- High k dielectrics and metal gates, O. Engstrom, Chalmers University
- Schottky source-drain contacts, E. Dubois, IEMN
- Emerging nanotechnologies, T. Baron, LTM
- New characterization methods for nanoMOSFETs, G. Ghibaudo, IMEP-LAHC

2) Novel CMOS architectures
- Multi-gate and multi-channel MOSFETs, T. Ernst , Leti
- Silicon-On-Nothing nanodevices, T. Skotnicki, STMicroelectronics
- Ge channel MOSFETs, G. Eneman, IMEC
- III-V channel MOS transistors, A. Dimoulas, Demokritos

3) Beyond-CMOS Nanodevices
- Small slope Switches, A. Ionescu, EPFL
- Nanowires, J.P. Raskin, UCL
- Carbon electronics, J. Xu, Brown University

4) Innovative Memories
- Non-volatile memories, L. Baldi, STMicroelectronics
- Advanced DRAM, M. Golbach, Qimonda
- Emerging memories, H.-S. Ph. Wong, Stanford University

Event precise location and contact information

Location: Grenoble / Autrans, France
Contact: Laurent.Montes@minatec.inpg.fr

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http://www.migas.inpg.fr

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www.migas.inpg.fr

NT-MDT’s new automated SPM offers ease-of-use for all user levels

Yana Prima — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 19:37:23 +0000

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NT-MDT will participate in the Spring 2008 ACS National Meeting & Exposition in New Orleans, LA, USA, April 6th to10th . During the ACS exhibition, NT-MDT will debut their newest product innovation the Solver Next, the first general-purpose SPM automated for ease-of-use at any user level. The system offers complete automation, intelligent software and ergonomic design making this general-purpose SPM acceptable for state-of-the-art scientific laboratories and multi user facilities.

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The essential features of the Solver NEXT are its two built-in SPM measuring heads for AFM and STM operation. The system automation removes the need for manual setup of the measuring head and adjustment of laser feedback. As an option, additional manually inserted measuring heads are available for experiments in liquid or nanoindentation measurements. The System has closed-loop sensors to compensate for inherent piezoelectric imperfections such as scan nonlinearity, creep and hysteresis. The sample can be heated up to 150 oС. The video monitoring system enables high resolution, motorized focusing, and continuous zooming. Selection of the scan area is motorized as well. The sample positioning is tied in with the movement of video monitoring system thus automatically bringing the chosen sample area to the SPM measurement area. The Solver Next has an advanced controller with library of scripts and MAC OS compatibility for versatility to meet the many challenges of scientific research.
http://www.ntmdt.com/Products/Scanning_Probe_Microscopes/product115.html

We welcome attendees to visit our booth #1250 to learn more about the Solver Next or our well-know NTegra nanolaboratories.

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USA: Brad Rangell
brad@nanounity.com
Russia: Yana Prima
yana@ntmdt.ru

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R&D-Reports

Joshua69 — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:36:32 +0000

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Web url

www.rd-reports.com

Contact Email

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Street address

1335 A Mont-Royal E.

Zip or postal code

H2J 1Y6

Telephone

514-495-6505

Fax

514-495-6523

Foundation date

Ceo, president

Eric Archambault

Number of employees

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R&D Reports offers insightful reports that provide robust bibliometric data on R&D performed in key research fields. Using scientometrics and technometrics, the analysis contained in each of R&D Reports' products are independent, robust, objective, and reproducible. R&D Reports identifies and ranks the world's most relevant research organizations through the examination of scientific publications and intellectual property by leading countries, organizations and researchers. R&D Reports' also reveals the interrelationships between these leading organizations.

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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

Andor Offering Complimentary Tickets For Analytica In Munich, Germany

AndorTechnology — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 11:25:49 +0000

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Andor Offering Complimentary Tickets For Analytica In Munich, Germany

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Andor Technology plc (Andor) will be exhibiting at this year’s Analytica conference in the New Munich Trade Fair Centre, from 1-4th April, at Booth # A2/482. The company will be highlighting their full range of solutions for spectroscopy and the breadth of their OEM capabilities.

The booth will be staffed by a number of Andor’s application specialists and OEM managers who will be more than willing to explain the finer points of the equipment. The company are also offering to pay the full registration fee (valued at €71) for delegates interested in Andor. If you would like to avail of this generous offer all you need do is contact us for your unique eTicket number, follow the instructions, and then stop by Booth # A2/482 to discuss how Andor’s Technology can help you!

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Marketing@andor.com

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http://www.andor.com/company/news/?docID=765

The Nanotechnology Institute

NanoStaff — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 16:11:27 +0000

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Web url

http://nanotechinstitute.org/

Contact Email

nti@sep.benfranklin.org

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Street address

4800 S. 13th Street, Suite 200

Zip or postal code

19112

Telephone

1-215-972-6700

Fax

Foundation date

Ceo, president

Anthony Green

Number of employees

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The overarching mission of NTI is to focus on the transfer of nanotechnology discoveries and intellectual knowledge from universities to industry partners, and on the rapid application and commercialization of nanotechnology to stimulate economic growth through:

* Multi-institutional and interdisciplinary research & development to facilitate the transfer and commercialization of discoveries and intellectual knowledge that support rapid application of nanotechnology to the life sciences sector and the creation of new enterprises around this technology
* A Comprehensive Approach requiring the strategic alignment of six programmatic areas
o Industry-focused research and development
o Entrepreneurial business development and commercialization
o Risk capital
o Workforce development
o Economic research
o Community-of-interest networks

The NTI is seeded with a technology grant whose cumulative value is $16.3 million from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority, and is administered through the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)

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Training Scanning Probe Microscope for Mac OS (Apple) users

Yana Prima — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 14:28:15 +0000

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Early in February ‘08 NT-MDT company promoted a training SPM NanoEducator http://www.ntmdt.com/Products/Scanning_Probe_Microscopes/product79.html compatible with Mac OS. NT-MDT is the first company who introduced the world of SPM nanoinvestigations to Mac OS users.
Single-step method settings, facile replacement of samples and user-friendly interface are the essential adjectives of a device for the research and educational process which have been replenished with Mac OS compatibility feature now.
Moreover, optical and mechanical parts of the device have been developed considerably. One can choose the most interesting regions to investigate by means of a video camera which allows to “stroll over the surface”. Details of the video picture can be emphasized in different ways owing to changeable backlight angle. Furthermore, focusing control of the video camera permits to avoid the probe damage by following the approach process more thoroughly.
NT-MDT company supplies multifunctional nanolaboratories NTEGRA and sophisticated nanotechnological facilities NanoFab to the market but focuses its attention on the development of instrumental basis for the nanoeducation now as before. Together with upgrade of the NanoEducator device its capabilities are available for the staunch supporters of Macintosh platform.

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Yana Prima
yana@ntmdt.ru

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NT-MDT

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http://www.ntmdt.com/Press-Releases/release37.html

Center for Nanosciences and Nanotechnology

aneeshasks — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 19:47:50 +0000

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Center for Nanosciences and Nanotechnology at Universidad Nacional Autonoma de México (UNAM) Ensenada

Thursday, March 13, 2008 @ Fish & Richardson Law Offices 12390 El Camino Real San Diego, CA, 92130 from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

The debut of UNAM Ensenada’s Center for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology marks the trend of newly inaugurated departments focused on nanotechnology in universities around the world. UNAM is already recognized as the university with the highest concentration of researchers working on nanotechnology and some of the most ambitious projects. At UNAM Ensenada this announcement ties into an overall vision for the region that includes vinculation, innovation and economic sustainability through industrial applications of breakthrough technology.

Distinguished Speakers:

Dr. Carlos Aramburo de la Hoz
National Scientific Coordinator
UNAM, Mexico City, Mexico

Dr. Sergio Fuentes
Director UNAM Ensenada

Dr. Nina Bogdanchikova
Principal Investigator, UNAM Ensenada

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Event precise location and contact information

Fish & Richardson Law Offices
12390 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA, 92130

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http://www.nanobionexus.org/events.aspx

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Sigma-Aldrich Signs Agreement With Nanoco Technologies, Ltd. to Distribute Quantum Dot Nanocrystals

dgaige — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 15:50:43 +0000

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Sigma-Aldrich(TM) is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement with Nanoco Technologies, Ltd., a nano-materials company based in Manchester, UK, to distribute luminescent quantum dot nanocrystals globally. Under the terms of the agreement, Sigma-Aldrich will distribute research quantities (less than 1 g) of seven core-shell semiconductor quantum dots through the Aldrich(R) Materials Science initiative of its Research Specialties business. The nanocrystals will be marketed and distributed under the brand name Lumidots(TM).

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ST. LOUIS, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sigma-Aldrich(TM) (Nasdaq: SIAL) is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement with Nanoco Technologies, Ltd., a nano-materials company based in Manchester, UK, to distribute luminescent quantum dot nanocrystals globally. Under the terms of the agreement, Sigma-Aldrich will distribute research quantities (less than 1 g) of seven core-shell semiconductor quantum dots through the Aldrich(R) Materials Science initiative of its Research Specialties business. The nanocrystals will be marketed and distributed under the brand name Lumidots(TM).

Quantum dots (QDs) are nanometer-sized semiconductor nanoparticles that emit bright, near-monochromatic light (luminesce) under light or electrical stimulation. Emission color can be tuned by choosing nanocrystal size, making QDs ideal luminophors for cutting-edge applications including ultra-thin displays, solid-state lighting, anti-counterfeit protection, and next-generation solar cells. Nanoco developed unique manufacturing methods for making multi-gram quantities of QDs reproducibly and with precise control of size, structure, and luminescence characteristics. The new core-shell Lumidots distributed by Sigma-Aldrich have luminescence colors spanning the entire visible spectrum, in addition to good stability and batch-to-batch consistency essential for research into high-technology applications.

"The new Lumidots are an important addition to our line of nanomaterials products, providing researchers around the world reliable access to high-quality quantum dot nanocrystals. Using these materials, scientists and engineers can focus on developing applications that take advantage of the unique properties of quantum dots. This fits with the main goal of Aldrich Materials Science -- we focus on materials so that our customers can focus on results," said Dr. Ilya Koltover, Product Manager, Aldrich Materials Science.

"This is great for both companies and for global research," said Michael Edelman, CEO of Nanoco Technologies. "It brings Nanoco's manufacturing expertise together with the excellent distribution network operated by Sigma-Aldrich. We are excited to be working with them to extend the range of nanomaterials available to the worldwide research market. We plan to expand this collaboration by offering new ranges of quantum dots later in 2008."

Nanoco will continue to offer larger quantities of quantum dots to partners who move beyond research to development of commercial QD applications.

Visit the Sigma-Aldrich Web site to learn more about the Lumidots and other nanomaterials at http://www.sigma-aldrich.com/nano.

About Sigma-Aldrich: Sigma-Aldrich is a leading Life Science and High Technology company. Its biochemical and organic chemical products and kits are used in scientific and genomic research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical development, the diagnosis of disease and as key components in pharmaceutical and other high technology manufacturing. The Company has customers in life science companies, university and government institutions, hospitals, and in industry. Over one million scientists and technologists use its products. Sigma-Aldrich operates in 36 countries and has 7,800 employees providing excellent service worldwide. Sigma-Aldrich is committed to Accelerating Customer Success through Leadership in Life Science, High Technology and Service. For more information about Sigma-Aldrich, please visit its award-winning Web site at http://www.sigma-aldrich.com.

About Nanoco: Nanoco is a nanotechnology company that holds patents related to industrial-scale production of Quantum Dots. Quantum Dots are fluorescent semiconductor nanocrystals that can be used in a range of applications from biological imaging to next generation solar cells and displays. The University of Manchester spinout was founded in 2001 and works in partnership with technology driven corporations to bring quantum dot based applications to the market around the world. The company's web site is http://www.nanocotechnologies.com.

Cautionary Statement: This release contains forward-looking statements relating to future performance, goals, strategic actions and initiatives and similar intentions and beliefs and other statements regarding the Company's expectations, goals, beliefs, intentions and the like, which involve assumptions regarding the Company's operations and conditions in the markets the Company serves. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

Aldrich is a registered trademark of Sigma-Aldrich Biotechnology LP and Sigma-Aldrich Co.

Sigma-Aldrich and Lumidot are trademarks of Sigma-Aldrich Biotechnology LP and Sigma-Aldrich Co.

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Sigma-Aldrich Corporation

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Sigma-Aldrich is a leading Life Science and High Technology company. Our biochemical and organic chemical products and kits are used in scientific and genomic research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical development, the diagnosis of disease and as key components in pharmaceutical and other high technology manufacturing. We have customers in life science companies, university and government institutions, hospitals and in industry. Sigma-Aldrich operates in 36 countries and has over 7,600 employees providing excellent service worldwide.

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Metamaterials’2008 2nd International Congress on Advanced Electromagnetic Materials in Microwaves and Optics

podlozny — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:46:54 +0000

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Metamaterials’2008

2nd International Congress on Advanced Electromagnetic Materials in Microwaves and Optics
Pamplona, Spain , September 21-26, 2008

The Congress is organized by the Virtual Institute for Artificial Electromagnetic Materials and Metamaterials - METAMORPHOSE VI AISBL and encompasses a Conference and European Doctoral School. The conference aims to address a wide area of research related to metamaterials, artificial electromagnetic materials and surfaces in the microwave and optical ranges, encompassing general theory, design, applications, fabrication and measurements.

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The Congress aims to address a wide area of reseach related to metamaterials, artificial electromagnetic materials and surfaces in the microvawe and optical ranges, encompassing general theory, design, applications, fabrication and measurements. The conference topics include but are not limited to:

* Artificial electromagnetic materials and surfaces
* Plasmonic metamaterials
* Spatially dispersive materials
* Negative index materials
* Chiraland bianisotropic media
* Artificial and composite magnetic materials
* Electromagnetic bandgap structures and photonic crystals
* Nonlinear metamaterials and artificial surfaces, ultrafast phenomena and devices
* Tunable and active metamaterials and surfaces
* Nano-scaled metamaterials
* Periodic structures, frequency selective surfaces, nano-structured surfaces, enhanced transmission
* New physical phenomena in complex media
* Effective medium modelling and materialphenomenology
* Modelling of complex materials and surfaces
* Fabrication and processing of metamaterials and artificial electromagnetic surfaces
* Experimental characterization of metamaterials and measurement techniques
* Electromagnetic waves in complex media: propagation, reflection, diffraction and scattering
* Guiding structures with complex media, including nano-scaled transmission lines
* Complex materials in microwave and optical
* Miniaturisation of microwave and optical devices
* Metamaterial based antennas
* Subwavelength imaging, enhancement of evanescent fields, including nano-imaging and detection
* Plasmon-polariton devices and circuits
* Emerging metamaterial technologies
* Educational aspects of metamaterials

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Baluarte, Palacio de Congresos y Auditorio de Pamplona
Plaza del Baluarte. 31002 Pamplona
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http://congress2008.metamorphose-vi.org/

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Andor attending Pittcon in New Orleans, LA

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The press release for Andor's attendance at the upcoming Pittcon trade show in New Orleans, LA.

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Andor Technology plc (Andor) will be exhibiting at Pittcon in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA, from March 3-6 at Booth # 4104. The company will be highlighting their full range of solutions for spectroscopy and the breadth of their OEM capabilities.

The company will take the opportunity to feature the Shamrock-750; the newest long focal length dual-port spectrograph with scanning capabilities.

Designed to perform to peak efficiency with Andor’s spectrographs, the company’s industry-leading range of cameras will also be on display. This includes the Newton, the world’s finest EMCCD camera for spectroscopy with USB 2.0 connectivity, low noise electronics, multi-MHz and kHz readout, up to 95% peak Quantum Efficiency (QE), and TE cooling to -100°C, and the iDus InGaAs detector, with high sensitivity and high resolution offering TE cooling down to -85°C, USB 2.0 interface, 1.7 µm and 2.2 µm sensor options, and 512 or 1024 element linear photodiode arrays (PDA) for NIR Spectroscopy.

The booth will be staffed by a number of Andor’s application specialists who will be more than willing to explain the finer points of the equipment, so stop by booth # 4104 to discuss how Andor’s Technology can help you!

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