Open Directory - Science: Technology: Nanotechnology
See also: This category in other languages: - Provides system sales representation and support for instrumentation manufacturers specializing in nanotechnology throughout North America. - A community-based site targeted to both scientists and the curious general public. - AEP 3D surface profilometers (contact and non contact profilers) excel in innovation, ease of use and precision. They generate more than 2 million pixel image with picometer (0.001nm) resolution. - The homepage for the various nanotechnology research laboratories at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) in Japan. - Nanotechnology knowledge base and news service for the engineering, design and materials community. - Development and production of scanning probe microscopes and software, scientific research in nanotechnology. - Facilitates a platform for communication and exchange network between forum members, government policy leaders, industry leaders, and top tier investors by means of workshops, seminars and timely conferences. - Specialized recruiting firm focusing on Nanotechnology and related fields. - The company researches and develops custom quantum dots fabrication techniques for implementation in high value added products.The company also assists others with product development efforts by providing nanotechnological related services. - The company was founded for the purpose of research and development of new therapies for the treatment of specific and hitherto incurable forms of leukaemia. Its business is the production, research and development of targeted pharmaceuticals based on nanoparticle structures. - The company creates nanotechnology-based anti-counterfeiting, security and brand protection solutions for industry. - A nanotechnology company providing innovative tools and solutions for the life sciences through instruments such as the Nano eNabler System, consumables, and applications. - A development stage clean tech company, developing industry targeted next-generation technologies for water filtration, air purification, & dirt remediation. - News, networks, conferences and nanotechnology resources in Europe - Cambridge NanoTech Inc. manufactures Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) systems for Research and Development in nanotechnology, including semiconductors, displays, MEMS, photonics, lasers, fuel cells, oled and biomedical applications. - Manufacturer of MEMS nanonanofluidic dispensers and nanomechanical cantilevers. Denmark. - The Centre of Excellence in Metrology for Micro and Nano Technologies (CEMMNT) provides measurement, characterisation, analytical and systems engineering services in the UK. - COIN is a non-profit organization with the goal of increasing commercialization of nanobiotechnologies in North Carolina. COIN's goal is to create synergy among existing statewide resources and bridge any gaps that are potential barriers to growth. - Does research in four research areas Nano-Photonics, Nano-Electronics, Molecular Nanostructures and Nanostructured Materials. Description of research activities, information about lectures and events. - A research center at the Polish Institute of Electron technology. The purpose of the center is to study the physics and fabrication of nanoscale photonic structures to be utilized by industry. - Biomedical nanotechnology utilizing the unique aspects of a carbon nanoparticle (the Nanotrap) to advance diagnostic research, medicine and many other applications. Specializing in the detection of HGH in human urine. - The company manufactures a nanotechnology-based coating film that improves and protects surfaces. - Providers of microfluidic products and services. Including chips, connectors, pumps valves and flow sensors, as well as full system design and development. - Directions in nanotechnology: Updates on progress toward advanced objectives in nanotechnology and nanofabrication - Emente has developed an approach to facilitate the transfer of technology out of the laboratory into manufacturing companies to enable the creation of new products and processes, with particular expertise in microsystems- and nanotechnologies. - This web service provides an overview of nanotechnology related activities across the European Community's programs. Note: The site has been archived and will no longer be updated. - European Society for Precision Engineering and Nanotechnology - contains society news, conference information, discussion forums and expertise search. Euspen is a not-for-profit company based at Cranfield University in the UK, with members around the world. - Manufacturer of quantum dot nanoparticles for use as a color-enhancing additive in optical devices and visual materials. New York. - Develops flow control devices for micro- and nanofluidic research. - A directory of companies and institutions in the nanotechnology sector in Germany. - A research and advising firm focusing on nanotechnology and biotechnology for "green" businesses. The company provides market research and strategy development services. - Animated narrative shows how Nanotechnology has the potential to totally change manufacturing, health care and many other areas. - Nonprofit professional association with the goal of fostering research collaboration in the multiple branches of nano science and technologies for consumer, industrial and medical applications. - Some of the famous images of atoms and molecules made with IBM's scanning tunneling microscope. - The company specializes in nanotechnologies and is concentrated in three main areas: scientific research, construction and production of nanoparticles condition detectors. Their products are intended for production process controls, scientific and technological researches. - European project on structural ceramic nanocomposites for top-end functional applications in the biomedicine, optics and extreme conditions areas. - Industrial Sonomechanics offers high-intensity industrial ultrasonic liquid processors for the production of nanoemulsions and nano-particle suspensions for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food, ink, paint, coating, wood product and metalworking industries. - Personal page of Forrest Bishop: published and unpublished concept articles. - The Institute of Nanotechnology has been created to foster, develop and promote all aspects of science and technology in those domains where dimensions and tolerances in the range of 0.1 nm to 100nm play a critical role. - This bilingual website contains news, events, articles and more about nanotechnology in Iran and the world. - Information about the applications of Nanotechnology in Medicine. Covering safety, implementation and law. - Eric Drexler’s blog, focused on progress and research objectives in nanotechnology. It spans a range of other topics related to new technologies. - A global membership association focused on the commercialization of small technologies. Information about the organisation, the annual conference and other events it organizes, products, and membership details. - Centre for Innovation in Micro and Nanotechnology in Grenoble. Teaching, research, and industrial development. - Manufacturer of imprint, step-and-flash lithography systems for creating nanometer-scale surface relief structures. Texas. - Promotes developing nanotechnology as a way to facilitate space exploration and settlement. - The company is a leading supplier of nanoprobing tools to the semiconductor industry. Nanoprobing is the method of measuring the world’s most advanced electronic devices, which are invisible to all but the most advanced microscopes. - A dynamic magazine at the leading edge of nanotechnology features, views, news and reviews. Nano will appeal to a spectrum of interests ranging from the industrial and academic research communities to investors and businesses. - International peer-reviewed quarterly journal covering life sciences, nanosciences and nanomedicine. In each category there are sub-fields of chemical synthesis, structures, and properties of nanomaterials. - An open portal that provides current research papers. Content is categorized into various relevant research fields within the topics of nanosciences and -technologies. - The company offers consulting and research in the area of nanotechnologies. - Events, publications and news in nanotechnology, microtechnology and biotechnology. - Nano technology as it applies now and in the future to Space Exploration and Studies. - Consultancy in nanomaterials and technology. UK. - Multi-media presentation of efforts by researchers to explain the science and uses of nanotechnology - A nanotechnology portal. - General nanotechnology information site. - A database of companies, centers, conferences, and journals related to nanotechnology. - Creator of Dip Pen Nanolithography (DPN) tools for fabricating MEMS and other nanoscale devices. Chicago. - Commercial version of the NanoManipulator system originally from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. - A consortium of leading Aerospace, Defense and Advanced Manufacturing (ADAM) companies, research universities, community colleges and the State of Texas. Their mission is to identify and address technical challenges in materials design, insertion and fabrication commonly faced by ADAM sector firms. - NanoNed is the Nanotechnology Research and Development initiative of the Dutch Government. - Non-profit, government funded organization, focused on strengthening innovation in Canadian nanotechnology and -science. - The company is a professional services firm, specializing in the regulation of the products of nanotechnology. It publishes the NanoReg Report to provide current information on government regulations and environmental health and safety issues. - A Hungarian Virtual NanoScience Network - NanoScienceWorks.org provides content and community to nanoscience researchers, offering directories to universities, labs, researchers; online libraries and collaboration tools. - Portal with forums, and links sorted by topic and popularity. - The Center for NanoSpace Technologies is a Texas-based nonprofit scientific research and education foundation chartered to conceive, establish, and conduct cutting-edge technology, research, and development in the areas of aerospace, education, energy, life sciences, and shipping and transportation. - The NanoSpain Network scheme aims to promote Spanish science and research through a multi-national networking action and to stimulate commercial Nanotechnology applications. - Instrumentation for Scientific Research and Vacuum Technology. - A news site with nanotechnology-related conferences, scientific and industrial jobs and to highlight the most recent advances in the field of nanoscience and nanotechnology and its technological potential impact on society. - Provides information for nanotechnology and research. - An MIT startup, Nanowave offers SPPE (Scanning Probe Position Encoder) technology for picometer-order (subnanometer) resolution over ranges greater than several inches. - A project funded by the 7th Framework Program of the European Commission. It aims to increase young people’s basic understanding on nanotechnologies and to engage in the dialogue about its ethical, legal and social aspects. - An online resource for architects and designers. The site focuses on the architectural implications of nanotechnology. Mission: to inform architects about nanotechnology, to track emerging developments in nanotechnology that will revolutionize design, and to feature works that are enabled by nanotechnology. - A nanomedecine company dedicated to the development of new treatments for cancer based on the combined application of nanotechnologies and biotechnologies. - Nanocomposites, Inc. develops and commercializes custom-engineered composite materials, using patented and licensable manufacturing processes. - A nanotechnology dictionary. The site classifies the terms related to nanotechnology into 9 different categories. - Offers background information, news and developments in industry and research and a selection of publications. - Nanohedron exhibits scientific images, with a focus on images depicting nanoscale objects. - A company providing innovative characterization tool for nanotechnology applications through optical instruments. - A news collection site about nanomedicine. - Provides a one-stop suite of global screening services (e.g. genomics and proteomics) of cellular interactions with nanomaterials from applying experimental design expertise to comprehensive data analysis. - Manufacturer of imprint, step-and-flash lithography systems. New Jersey. - Online technology scouting service for the nano and business communities. Search for thousands of leading-edge technology providers. - The company develops and produces nanostructured coatings. Its products based on chemical nanotechnology offer corrosion protection and long-term protection of wood and natural stone/glass surfaces, aluminium facades and plastic building materials. - National Science Foundation. Activities, Information and Education, Research and Development, Connections, and NSF and NNI (National Nanotechnology Initiative) Reports. - Provides recent news on scientific and technological developments in the area of nanomaterials including nanoparticles, nanowires, quantum dots and carbon nanotubes. - A selection of nanotechnology related products. - A site maintained by Saarland University in Germany, Nanotech-data.com offers information about existing nanotech products, methods and demands. - Dedicated to coverage of all aspects of nanoscale science and technology from a multidisciplinary perspective. - A weblog with news and information. - Nanotechnology history, materials, important people and potential risks. - Provides introduction to nanotechnology, general information, images, interviews, news, events, research, books, glossary and links. - The firm provides training and consulting for use in decision making by nanotechnology stakeholders including corporations, investors, government and academia. - What Next? The Coming Revolution In Manufacturing: Autodesk Technology Forum Presentation by John Walker, May 10th, 1990. Somewhat dated but well worth reading. - Manufacturer of profilometers, mechanical testers and tribometers. Also offers a range of nano/micro/macro mechanical and 3D non-contact metrology testing services. - Companies and products directory. - An Iberian (Portuguese and Spanish) weblog dedicated to nanotechnology. - Source of information and links. It offers a nanomaterial database, feature articles, and a daily news service. - Online nanotechnology resource focusing on education of the general public and distribution of nanotech products. Articles, definitions, and links. - A non-profit corporation dedicated to the development of a robust, sustainable, domestic nanomanufacturing infrastructure in the US. - The company manufactures and sells fullerenes. - OLED tech news and resources. OLEDs: new display technology that promises to deliver thin, power efficient and bright displays. - Research and distribution of nanotechnology-based surface sealants and cleaners. - Non-profit organisation focusing its activities on nanotechnology and the structuring and fostering of European excellence and collaboration. - Company developing and manufacturing atomic layer deposition (ALD) systems for micro- and nanotechnology applications. - Partnership between the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and the Pew Charitable Trusts, dedicated to knowledge dissemination, the creation of an active public and policy dialogue, and the anticipation, understanding and management of potential human health and environmental risks. - A research company involved in the development of processes for the production of nano-sized materials, devices, and sensors for monitoring, display and control of physical properties and functions in scientific and commercial environments. - Social and economic dynamics related to the worldwide development of nanotechnologies, with a focus one the geographic clustering phenomenon. - A nanotechnology company based in Gujarat, India. Services offered include consultancy, promoting nanotechnology products and nanoscience applications, networking with researchers, developers and the market in the field of nanotechnology. - Describes the invention of the topografiner, a precursor instrument, between 1965 and 1971, and also tells of the STM's development. - NASA and Self-Replicating Systems: Implications for Nanotechnology. - Daily articles covering MEMS, nanotechnology, and microsystems, with a business angle. - A web site dedicated to Spintronics: "Electronics" done with electron spin. With news, articles, forums and more. - PECVD, CVD and ICP growth of nanotubes and catalyst systems including nanoparticles and active catalyst materials for carbon nanotubes and silicon nanowires at high and low temperatures. - American Society of Mechanical Engineers: nanotechnology resources, events, programs, activities, online courses, webcasts, news and links. - Non-profit institute focused on nanotechnology, the coming ability to build materials and products with atomic precision, and systems to aid knowledge exchange and critical discussion, thus improving public and private policy decisions. - At the intersection of law, science and policy, this blog covers the evolving world of nanotechnology and nanomaterials. Published by law firm Day Pitney LLP. - A consortium of nano companies, universities and organizations developing a nano science curriculum for K-12. - A collection of information on nanotechnology issues, in particular molecular manufacturing. - An Indian consulting firm dealing with nanomaterials and -processes. Also a provider of carbon nanotubes and other nanomaterials. - The National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) in the U.S. is a federal research and development program established to coordinate the multiagency efforts in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology. - Website that provides clear explanations of nanotechnology applications. - Virtual Institute supported by the EC, committed to promotion and training in the precision engineering and nanotechnologies. Contains discussion forums, training programmes and patent library. - Former Xerox Palo Alto Research Center Nanotechnology page: brief introduction to core concepts of molecular nanotechnology (MNT), and links for further reading. - The company supplies the NanoBot System, a nanomanipulator system to manipulate nanoparticles in a scanning electron microscope or focused ion beam system. - Active nanotechnology discussion group. - Leading drug development company. - Multimedia examples of nanotechnology research. The purposes of this portal is popularization of knowledge, technology and science. - A community web site dedicated to education and research through online simulation and online tutorials. Online simulation on nanoHUB is a free service, users need to register for a free login. - Nanotechnology consulting firm. Services include nanotechnology matchmaking, assessment of trends, feasibility studies, materials and products analysis, and presentation assistance. - Online dictionary of nanotechnology. - Nanotechnology-specific news, products, jobs, events and information. Includes articles about nanotechnology of interest to the general public.