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American Institute of Chemical Engineering (AIChE)

The American Institute of Chemical Engineers, AIChE, was founded in 1908. AIChE is a professional association of more than 50,000 members that provides leadership in advancing the chemical engineering profession. Its members are creative problem-solvers who use their scientific and technical knowledge to develop processes and design and operate plants to make useful products at a reasonable cost. Chemical engineers are also at the forefront of research to assure the safe and environmentally-sound manufacture, use, and disposal of chemical products. AIChE fosters and disseminates chemical engineering knowledge, supports the professional and personal growth of its members, and applies the expertise of its members to address societal needs throughout the world



California NanoSystems Institute

The University of California, Los Angeles and University of California, Santa Barbara have joined to build the California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI), which will facilitate a multidisciplinary approach to develop the information, biomedical, and manufacturing technologies that will dominate science and the economy in the 21st century. Both science and the economy in the 21st century will require technological breakthroughs in the control of nanometer scale structure and functions, where the top-down approach of electronics manufacture converges with the bottom-up assembly of biology. At this moment, the scientific questions are being formulated, the required tools are being developed, and the possible applications of nanotechnologies and applications will be revolutionary. California is well-positioned to lead the world and become the home of nanosystems development because the state has the resources - people, technological experience, and educational infrastructure - required for such an endeavor. Not only has California led in the development of an information-driven economy, but the state`s universities and industries have also been leaders in understanding and control of biological materials, such as proteins and DNA. There is a critical need to fund scientists and engineers across disciplines and across institutional boundaries in order to push forward in the arena of nanotechnologies. There must be innovative partnerships that integrate research and education, accelerate applications, and fully explore the implications of nanotechnology on the health, wealth and lives of the American people. The vision of the CNSI is to establish a coherent and distinctive organization that serves California and national purposes and that is embedded on the UCLA and UCSB campuses. The CNSI will be a world-class intellectual and physical environment that supports collaboration among California`s university, industry and national laboratory scientists.



Center for Cognitive Liberty & Ethics

The Center for Cognitive Liberty & Ethics is a non-profit research and policy center devoted to protecting freedom of thought. Our mission is to develop and advance social policies that preserve and enhance freedom of thought into the 21st century. The CCLE supports scientific and technological development, and maintains that related public policies should be informed by a renewed allegiance to the fundamental right to freedom of thought.



Center for NanoSpace Technologies, Inc.

The Center for NanoSpace Technologies, Inc. (The Center) is a Texas-based 501 (c) (3) 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 & transportation.



Converging Technologies Bar Association

MISSION - The Converging Technologies Bar Association is the first professional association in the world dedicated to addressing the multi-faceted impact of converging technologies. With its collective focus on nanotechnology, biotechnology, information technology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and other related sciences and technologies, the CTBA provides a rich forum for bringing clarity and focus to the legal, ethical, and societal issues generated by the convergence of these provinces. PURPOSE -The purpose of the CTBA is to foster interest, understanding and collaboration among the legal, scientific, engineering, technology and business communities centering on the convergence of nanotechnology, biotechnology, information technology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and other related sciences and technologies (NBIC). In order to accomplish this, the CTBA has instituted a range of initiatives driven by the support and enthusiasm of its members: 1. Facilitate an imaginative, solutions-oriented dialogue on the impact of converging technologies, while enhancing and streamlining communication among members of multiple disciplines, professions, sectors of the economy, and the legal community; 2. Formulate and propose forward-looking measures within the legal system that address the ethical, economic, educational, business and other societal implications of converging technologies; 3. Promote innovative educational programs, focused on converging technologies; 4. Heighten public awareness of the rapid advance and implications of converging technologies, and serve as a clearinghouse of information; and 5. Advocate, analyze and evaluate specific positions on potential, pending or current laws, regulations, policies and legislation to government and other law-making bodies. The CTBA realizes its purpose through its centers and divisions: Center on Law, Ethics and Judicial Affairs; International Law and Foreign Policy Center; Education Center; Communication Center; Action Nerve Center; Institute of Legal Convergence and Global Innovation; and New Renaissance Legal Laboratory. Membership in the CTBA is open to all professionals, non-profit groups, government agencies, and students interested in converging technologies. Visit www.ctba.us today to learn more about the CTBA and download a membership application.



International Association of Nanotechnology

The International Association of Nanotechnology (IANT), is a non-profit organization with the goals to promotes the exchange of knowledge, fostering scientific research and business collaboration in the areas of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology for the benefits of society around the world. IANT organizes various regional meetings and international conferences for bringing clarity and focus to the scientific research and business collaboration, intellectual property and technology transfer, venture capital investment, safety, regulation, ethics, environmental and societal aspects of Nanotechnology. For further information, please contact: International Association of Nanotechnology 2386 Fair Oaks Blvd Sacramento, CA 95925 Tel. 916-529-4119 Fax. 916-424-1650 Email: info@ianano.org Web site: http://www.ianano.org



tinytechjobs

tinytechjobs is a unique global career web site focused on jobs in nanotechnology, biotechnology, microtechnology, and information technology. It allows job seekers to search through a large database of industry jobs and apply online and it offers effective targeted advertising opportunities to employers. The site also contains many resources for those interested in nanotechnology, including education and research information and links, company information, a calendar of industry events, and links to journals, associations, and societies.

Media Partners


Forbes Wolfe Nanotech Report

Overview of the Report: The Forbes Wolfe Nanotech Report is the first publication targeting the business of nanotechnology, the precision creation and manipulation of atomic scale matter. Each monthly issue of the Forbes/Wolfe Nanotech Report brings you in depth and expert analysis of what corporate executive, venture capitalists, politicians and scientists alike call the "next Industrial Revolution" No other newsletter precisely targets how trends in nanotechnology affect Wall Street and the investor community. About Josh Wolfe, Editor: Josh is a co-founder and Managing Partner of Lux Capital, focusing on investments in Nanotechnology. Before forming Lux Capital, he worked in Salomon Smith Barney`s Investment Banking group, where his experience included a $4 billion hotel merger, and a defense against an unsolicited LBO. Josh has also worked in capital markets while at Merrill Lynch on its Financial Futures & Options/Government Strategy desk and at Prudential Securities in its Municipal Finance department. Prior to venturing into the financial world, Josh conducted and published cutting-edge AIDS/immunopathology research in Cell Vision and The Journal of Leukocyte Biology, leading medical/immunology journals.



Journal of Nanoparticle Research

The Journal of Nanoparticle Research Is an Interdisciplinary Forum for Nanoscale Science and Technology.

The objective of the Journal of Nanoparticle Research is to disseminate knowledge of the physical, chemical and biological phenomena and processes in structures that have at least one lengthscale ranging from molecular to approximately 100 nm (or submicron in some situations), and exhibit improved and novel properties that are a direct result of their small size. Nanoparticle research is a key component of nanoscience, nanoengineering and nanotechnology.

The focus of the Journal is on the specific concepts, properties, phenomena, and processes related to particles, tubes, layers, macromolecules, clusters and other finite structures of the nanoscale size range. Synthesis, assembly, transport, reactivity, and stability of such structures are considered. Development of in-situ and ex-situ instrumentation for characterization of nanoparticles and their interfaces should be based on new principles for probing properties and phenomena not well understood at the nanometer scale. Modeling and simulation may include atom-based quantum mechanics; molecular dynamics; single-particle, multi-body and continuum based models; fractals; other methods suitable for modeling particle synthesis, assembling and interaction processes. Realization and application of systems, structures and devices with novel functions obtained via precursor nanoparticles is emphasized. Approaches may include gas-, liquid-, solid-, and vacuum-based processes, size reduction, chemical- and bio-self assembly. Contributions include utilization of nanoparticle systems for enhancing a phenomenon or process and particle assembling into hierarchical structures, as well as formulation and the administration of drugs.

Synergistic approaches originating from different disciplines and technologies, and interaction between the research providers and users in this field, are encouraged. The content of the Journal is at the intersection of various scientific and technological areas, including particle technology, colloids, aerosols, multiphase systems, solid state physics, chemistry and macromolecular science, materials engineering, pharmacy, microcontamination, emission control, environment and health effects, biotechnology and biomedicine, sensors and electronics.

Journal of Nanoparticle Research publishes:

• Original full scientific papers (about 3/4 of its contents)
• Letters to the editor for timely dissemination of scientific breakthroughs (in the section on `Brief Communications`). An accelerated review process will insure a short publication cycle for brief communications.
• Short technical statements on novel technologies and applications (in the section on `Technology and Applications`).