NanoMicroClub Previous Events
International NanoMicroClub NanoMission Japan 2011
16th - 18th February 2011: Tokyo, Japan
Organised by the International NanoMicroClub (INMC), a joint initiative between the Institute of Nanotechnology and the NanoKTN, this mission provided unique opportunities to develop business in Electronics, Sensors and Instrumentation, Materials and Cleantech, as well as:
- Assist companies in promoting company literature at the conference
- Assist with 50% of your travel and subsistence costs up to £500
- Also the mission may include special visits and meetings (to be confirmed)
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NanoMicroClub Networking Event: "Energy Generation and Supply"
6th October 2010, University of Surrey, UK
"Energy Generation and Supply"
Organised by: The Institute of Nanotechnology and the University of Surrey Nanotechnology and Photonics Platform
The energy market encompasses a vast range of economic activity, from the extraction of fossil fuels, to the generation of energy, its distribution, and consumption.
The event discussed:
- The potential impact of Nanotechnology at all stages of the energy value chain
- The development of advanced materials for improved oil drilling, innovations in thin film solar technologies, and new batteries that have increased power densities and stability
- The development of new energy technologies driven by policies that reduce CO2 generation
International NanoMicroClub NanoPharm Mission 2010
RusNano Forum 2010
1st - 3rd November 2010, Moscow, Russia
Organised by the International NanoMicroClub (INMC), a joint initiative between the Institute of Nanotechnology and the NanoKTN, this mission will provide unique opportunities to develop business in nanoenabled cleantech applications.
International NanoMicroClub NanoPharm Mission 2010
14th September 2010, 7.30 - 10.00 am: Boston, USA
A number of UK companies active in the application of nanotechnology to medicine, including drug R&D and diagnostics were profiled at this networking event.
BioPharm America 2010 Conference
15th - 17th September 2010, Boston, USA
Organised by the International NanoMicroClub (INMC) this mission provided unique opportunities to develop business in nano-enabled pharmaceuticals (biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and life science industries).
The NanoPharm mission comprised:
- Brokering opportunities for UK nanotechnology companies with global partners
- Attendance at BioPharm America 2010
- A visit itinerary including the Massachusetts Super-Cluster, Boston
- NanoPharm Travel Grant for delegates
NanoMicroClub Online Members' Meeting
'Characterization/Commerialization'
20th May 2010
Programme
| 13:45 – 14:00 | Set-up, sound check, system check and download of materials |
| 14:00 – 14:05 | Del Stark, Business Development Manager, Institute of Nanotechnology "Welcome and introductions" |
| 14:05 – 14:20 | John Weaver, Professor of Applied Nanofabrication, University of Glasgow "Latest Developments in Nano-sensing and its commercial application" |
| 14:20 – 14:35 | Brendan Casey, Business Manager, Kelvin Nanotechnology Ltd "Importance of Characterisation in Commercial Nanofabrication" |
| 14:35 – 14:50 | Elwood Vogt, CEO, CEMMNT Hub Ltd "Using Metrology to Commercialise Micro and Nano Technologies" |
| 14:50 – 15:05 | Richard Moore, Nanomedicine and Lifesciences Manager, Institute of Nanotechnology "Metrology Needs in Nanobio" |
| 15:05 – 15:20 | Jeremy Warren, Chief Executive, NanoSight Ltd "Methodologies of nanoparticle characterization in support of their commercialization" |
| 15:20 – 15:30 | Q&A, closing remarks and open discussion |
NanoMicroClub Networking Event
19th May 2010
Click on links in programme to view presentation slides.
Programme
| 10:00 | Registration and refreshments |
| 10:30 | Del Stark, NanoMicroClub Facilitator "Welcome and Introduction" |
| 10:35 | Soundbites / Delegate Presentations |
| 10:50 | Deborah Creamer, Optimat Limited "Exploiting the Market Opportunities for Micro and Nanotechnologies" |
| 10:55 | Lindsay Gill, The Centre for Process Innovation "NanoHex - Transforming the future of Heat Management" |
| 11:00 | Wyn Meredith, Compound Semiconductor Technologies "Micro-fabrication Techniques used in Semiconductor Laser Manufacture" |
| 11:20 | Refreshments |
| 11:40 | Fredy Ornath, Hydrogen Horizons "Development of Hydrogen Storage Systems" |
| 12:00 | David Cumming, University of Glasgow "Micro and Nanotechnology Research at University of Glasgow" |
| 12:20 | Neil Bowering, University of Glasgow Knowledge Transfer Account, Nanotechnology |
| 12:40 | Alastair McGibbon, UK NMP National Contact Point "Upcoming Opportunities for Nanotechnology Projects in FP7" |
| 13:00 | Lunch and Networking |
| 13:50 | Brendan Casey, Kelvin Nanotechnology "Commercial Applications of Nanofabrication" |
| 14:10 | Mark Zwinderman, Aboleo Limited "Industrial scale nanotechnology through microemulsions" |
| 14:40 | Sylvia Morrison, University of Glasgow Innovation Network "First Step Awards" |
| 14:50 | Charles McGovern, Inregrated Nano-Science & Commodity Exchange "Capital Networks of Excellence for Nanotechnologies" |
| 15:10 | Del Stark, Institute of Nanotechnology Feedback and Closing Remarks |
| 15:15 | Tours of Laboratories and facilities |
NanoMicroClub Online Members' Meeting
'Nanomedicine Applications: Biosensors, Drug Delivery and Regulatory Issues'
15th April 2010
Programme
| 10:45 – 11:00 | Set-up, sound check, system check and download of materials |
| 11:00 – 11:05 | Del Stark, Business Development Manager Institute of Nanotechnology “Welcome and introductions” |
| 11:05 – 11:20 | Dr Iva Chianella, Lecturer in Analytical Chemistry, Cranfield University "Nanomaterials and Nanobiosensors for Medical Applications" |
| 11:20 – 11:35 | Mohammad S. Alavijeh, Managing Director, Pharmidex Theme: "Nanotechnology in Drug Discovery" |
| 11:35 – 11:50 | Brian Kelly, Covington & Burling LLP "Nanotechnology and Medicines - the Regulatory Framework" |
| 11:50 – 12:00 | Q&A, closing remarks and open discussion |
NanoMicroClub Online Members' Meeting
'Nanotechnology Risk Assessment for Safety and Implementing a
nano code for Europe'
18th March 2010
Programme
| 10:45 – 11:00 | Set-up, sound check, system check and download of materials |
| 11:00 – 11:05 | Del Stark, Business Development Manager Institute of Nanotechnology “Welcome and introductions” |
| 11:05 – 11:20 | Ferdy Bremmer, Business Development Manager, NovioNano / DSM Resolve “Risk assessment in the product development phase” |
| 11:20 – 11:35 | Steve Hankin, SAFENANO Director of Operations, Institute of Occupational Medicine “Practice in Risk Assessment & Due Diligence for Nanotechnology Safety” |
| 11:35 – 11:50 | Richard Moore, Nanomedicine and Lifesciences Manager, Technology Analyst, Institute of Nanotechnology Theme: “EU policy - implementing tools and a nano code for Europe” |
| 11:50 – 12:00 | Q&A, closing remarks and open discussion |
NanoMicroClub Online Members' Meeting
'The Road to Success: funds, strategy and commercialization'
11:00 - 12:00 GTM - 18th February 2010
Programme
| 10:45 – 11:00 | Set-up, sound check, system check and download of materials |
| 11:00 – 11:05 | Del Stark, Business Development Manager Institute of Nanotechnology “Welcome and introductions” |
| 11:05 – 11:20 | Laszlo Bax, Managing Partner, Bax & Willems Consulting Venturing “Investment readiness; how to structure a balanced assessment of start-ups” |
| 11:20 – 11:35 | Sergey Gordeyev, Technology Analyst, Institute of Nanotechnology “FP7 strategies and getting Funding: principles and mechanisms” |
| 11:35 – 11:50 | Vincent Patterson, Founder, Sovereign Consulting “The road from product conception to commercial success....want a map?” |
| 11:50 – 12:00 | Q&A, closing remarks and open discussion |
NanoMicroClub Networking Event
'Transforming Nanotechnologies into Marketable Products'
23rd February 2010: NH Carlton Hotel, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Click on links in programme to view presentation slides.
Programme
| 13:00 - 13:05 | Del Stark, Business Development Manager, IoN and NanoMicroClub Facilitator Welcome & Introduction – “What can the IoN and the NanoMicroClub do for You?” |
| 13:05 – 13:15 | Soundbites |
| 13:15 – 13:30 | Tatiana Lopez, Managing Director, Nanogap “Novel conductive and antimicrobial additive systems for coatings” |
| 13:35 – 13:50 | Daniel Lynch, Technical Director, Exilica Limited “μ-Sq beads – small things can change the world” |
| 13:55 – 14:10 | Adriano La Vopa, Technology Manager, Liquidmetal SAGA Italy “Amorphous metallic alloys, a new family of materials for better performances” |
| 14:15 - 14:30 | Ferdy Bremmer, NovioNano BV “Risk assessment in the product development phase: used best for fireworks – not firefighting!” |
| 14:30 - 15:00 | Refreshments |
| 15:00 - 15:15 | Bart van den Berg, Project Leader, NanoHouse “The application of nanotechnology: practical insights” |
| 15:20 - 15:35 | Jens Greiser, Product Marketing Manager in Life Sciences, FEI “The Role of Electron Microscopy in Translational Molecular Medicine: Past, Present & Future” |
| 15:40 - 15:55 | Marcel Ardon, Anaspec Solutions “Particle size and zetapotential in the nanorange” |
| 16:00 - 16:15 | Henk Goossens, Marketing Manager Aerasense, Philips Research Europe “Philips Aerasense, Easy monitoring of nano particle exposure for health and safety of workers” |
| 16:20 - 16:30 | Del Stark, Business Development Manager, IoN and NanoMicroClub Facilitator “Feedback from reflection” and closing remarks |