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Oakton Community College has received a $250,000 grant from the Searle Funds at The Chicago Community Trus to educate industrial employees about the college's nanotechnology program.

With grant funds, Oakton will host an introductory seminar three times in its nanotech lab at Skokie's Illinois Science + Technology Park during the 2013-2014 academic year.

"This is a great opportunity to showcase how nanotechnology can benefit local companies," explained Bob Sompolski, dean of mathematics and technologies. "There's no question that nanotechnology will touch almost every industry in the near future. Our goal is to be ready to fill the need for skilled workers in this emerging field."

Nanotechnology is the science of manipulating matter on an atomic and molecular scale. Increasingly common in the computer, energy, biotech, and transportation fields, nanotechnology can improve just about any process, tool, or piece of equipment by reducing size and increasing efficiency and by vastly increasing the amount of information stored on computer chips and other storage devices. Oakton began offering nanotechnology classes in January 2013.

This past spring, the National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded Oakton with a $374,279 grant to introduce community college and high school students throughout the state to nanotechnology and potential careers in this rising field.

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Just when it seemed Russia had found a shortcut into the nanotechnology arms race that has developed over the last decade and was sweeping up all the discarded nanotechnology companies that had run aground on the rocks of capitalism, Russian President Vladimir Putin last month looked to be sacrificing both Rusnano and another technology project Skolkovoan attempt to build a Silicon Valley outside of Moscowto solidify his political aims.

It appears that Putins hard-nosed attitude towards Rusnano was not entirely unwarranted. Russias Accounting Chamber, which has been bearing down hard on abuses, accused Rusnano in April of this year of taking the $5 billion it had been allocated back in 2007 when it was launched and transferring $40 million into shell companies. As bad as that is, the really high-price boondoggle appears to be the $450 million that was spent on a silicon factory that ended up being non-operational.

On top of nearly half-a-billion dollars spent on a whole lot of nothing, the Accounting Chamber reported that Rusnano had not only lost $80 million in 2012, but also all of its cash reserves used to protect against risky ventures, totaling $800 million. For those counting, thats $1.37 billion down the drain and thats not even counting other operational losses since its inception in 2007.

In the aftermath of these devastating and embarrassing revelations, Putin threw Anatoly Chubais, RusNano's chief, under the bus, accusing him not only of poor decisions but implying that CIA operatives had misguided him.

But Chubais appears to be bouncing back and with him Rusnano. In mid-June, Chubais made a public mea culpa conceding mistakes had been made, and laying out a new plan for Rusnano, including the establishment of a private equity fund that will gradually sell off its managing company to private investors by 2020.

Since the reboot of Rusnano 2.0, the organization has announced a memorandum of understanding with Alcoa to produce technologically advanced oil and gas aluminum drill pipe finished with a life-extending antiwear coating. Of course, MOUs extend about as far as the parties agreeing to send out a press release, but at least we know that the Rusnano saga will continue on for another day.

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NMSU chemical engineering professor Julio Martinez displays a thermoelectric testing device he developed as part of his nanotechnology research.

Sending probes to Mars and harvesting energy are just two of the many applications of thermoelectric and nanotechnology research conducted by Professor Julio Martinez's group at New Mexico State University.

"One nanometer is about 10,000 times thinner than a hair," said Martinez, a chemical engineering assistant professor. "Those are the dimensions of the materials that my group works with to develop new research. Our research involves the use of advanced fabrication and characterization tools to understand the novel properties of nanostructured materials.

"We use nanomanipulation to essentially pick individual nanowires and place them in our devices. One example of nanotechnology application is converting heat into electricity by highly efficient thermoelectric materials."

Martinez explained that when heat is applied to thermoelectric materials, electric power is produced. The amount of electricity generated depends on how much heat is applied and the efficiency of the material to convert heat into electricity. That amount increases at the nano-level.

"Ten years ago, physicists developed a new theoretical framework for thermoelectrics," he said. "They found that nanostructured materials would drastically increase the thermoelectric efficiency."

Thermoelectrics can, for example, convert the heat waste from a car engine's tailpipe into electricity, thus improving gas mileage. The engine would work with the gas and the thermoelectric component would charge

"Nanowires are perhaps the best example of how to get high efficiency thermoelectric materials," Martinez said. In addition to energy harvesting, thermoelectric nanostructured materials can assist in cooling high power transistors.

Although he first began working with silicon nanowires at Livermore National Laboratory, Martinez has since moved on to experimenting with gallium nitride, which has better characteristics for computer chip applications, and silicon-germanium alloy nanowires. Silicon, he explained, works well for electronics but is "limited by its thermoelectric efficiency."

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The economic crisis has hindered packaging demand. This has led to an increase in global competition which has meant that the selection of goods on offer is as high as it has ever been. In fact, the marketplace is almost too saturated, with consumers having to sift through a number of similar looking products in order to find what they are looking for. However, the availability of nano packaging can provide some differentiation as it constitutes a unique, new form of packaging that has captured consumer attention. Visiongain expects the global nano packaging market to attain $20bn in 2013.

The global increase in competition has meant that the contemporary consumer has become more prudent and careful in their purchasing decisions and this has been even more important given the saturated nature of the shelf life. As a consequence, consumers have become more sophisticated and are looking for a higher level of quality in packaging than they are generally used to. The economic crisis has meant that this higher level of packaging quality is being demanded at an affordable price and consumers seem to be benefiting from this. Again, some of the features that nano packaging has to offer have been able to address the needs of the increasingly demanding consumer. Consumers are looking for extended shelf life to allow for flexibility in consumption, and this is an area that nano packaging has been able to address and there is a continuing research currently being conducted on the topic. The strong barrier properties of nano packaging are one of its most redeeming features and will play a considerable role in driving growth over the duration of the forecast period.

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Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/pn832v/the_global) has announced the addition of the "The Global Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials Industry: Stage of Development, Global Activity and Market Opportunities" report to their offering.

Nanotechnology applications and nanomaterials are being applied across a raft of industries due to their outstanding magnetic, optical, catalytic and electronic properties. There are already established market for nanomaterials including titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, silicon oxide nanopowders and carbon nanotubes, nanofibers, nanosilver, nanoclays, quantum dots and nanoporous materials driven by demand from applications in filtration, electronics, cosmetics, energy, medicine, chemicals, coatings and catalysts. Recent breakthroughs have heralded new market opportunities in graphene and nanocellulose. This report provides a comprehensive insight into all aspects of the market for these materials.

WHAT DOES THE REPORT INCLUDE?

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ALBANY, N.Y. -- SUNY's College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) and Pittsfield, Massachusetts-based Nuclea Biotechnologies, Inc. (Nuclea) announced Thursday the launch of a $1 million research partnership to enable the development and commercialization of a high-throughput nanochip to accelerate the diagnosis and treatment of breast, colon, prostate and other cancers. "This public-private partnership with Nuclea Biotechnologies expands CNSE's cutting-edge research in the nanobioscience arena, and further illustrates its role in accelerating advanced technologies and attracting high-tech companies to New York," said Dr. Alain E. Kaloyeros, CNSE Senior Vice President and CEO. "This research agreement is a perfect marriage of biotechnology and nanotechnology," said Patrick Muraca, President and CEO of Nuclea. "CNSE's global reputation as the world leader in nanoscale engineering will lend critical expertise in developing the miniature version of our protein chip, which is an important element for us as we work toward commercialization. We've assembled a great team and look forward to this collaboration with CNSE." "This partnership targets important research that offers great promise for improving the quality of life for those stricken with cancer and other deadly diseases," said Dr. James Castracane, Professor and Head of CNSE's Nanobioscience Constellation. In 2005, Nuclea patented an Antibody Protein Analysis Chip to be used in their fatty acid synthase (FAS) analysis. Currently, Nuclea is able to conduct roughly 300 tests per run using the protein chip. Through this partnership with CNSE, the company expects to triple the number of tests that can be performed during each run. CNSE will utilize its state-of-the-art nanofabrication capabilities to help Nuclea develop a high-throughput nanochip, which would be used as a sensing platform for the analysis of biomarkers associated with cancer and other diseases. This will not only increase the number of tests per run, but will also result in smaller amounts of the biological sample necessary for testing. Concurrently, CNSE will explore methods to support the miniaturization of the protein chip. Nuclea and CNSE are also discussing additional opportunities for collaboration, which may include the location of a Nuclea office and personnel at CNSE, as well as joint educational and workforce training programs.

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BEIJING, June 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In the last few days, Czech nanotechnology pioneers have been presenting possible ways of utilizing Czech nanotechnology with specific examples taken from the Clean Air Nanosolution and Clean Water Nanosolution projects to representatives of the most significant Chinese companies at the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Beijing. There is a lot of interest in the new technology because it solves fundamental problems in air and water cleaning. At the same time the Czech Republic is the world leader in the field of nanofibers and has much to offer China, from cooperation in research and development to putting specific innovative approaches into practice. Cooperation in this field could become an important new branch of mutual trade and scientific and technological exchanges and bring qualitative changes in the life of Chinese society, said H. E. Mr. Libor Secka, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the Peoples Republic of China.

The signing of the Letter of Intent between NAFIGATE China (a subsidiary of the Czech company NAFIGATE Corporation( http://www.nafigate.com ) JSC) and their Chinese partner Guodian Technology & Environment Group Corporation Limited (a subsidiary of one of the most prominent Chinese energy companies) is a significant milestone in Czech-Chinese cooperation in nanotechnology sector. Since January 2013 both companies have been preparing the foundation of the NANODEC (Nanofiber Development Center) project for the development of final applications for water and air cleaning.

The establishment of the center will be a major breakthrough with a global impact in the field of nanofiber applications. The aim of this initiative is to build a center of excellence which will utilize the best available worldwide know-how, the technological and infrastructural potential of one of the most significant Chinese companies and the potential of the market for new low carbon and green technologies. The Letter of Intent specifies the steps required to open the center according to the schedule in the last quarter of 2013.

We have been working intensively on the preparation of the whole project for months. As a result we expect the center to yield its first final applications just 6 months after opening, declared Ladislav Mares, CEO of NAFIGATE China. The project is divided into 3 phases. The first focuses on materials that already exist on the market, the second on equipping the center with the latest technologies and starting development of new filtering materials and the third stage will be the preparation and optimization of applications for industrial production.

Overall almost one hundred representatives from two dozens of Chinese companies attended the presentations of Czech nanotechnology. Both events, like previous NAFIGATE presentations at the Embassy, were met with great enthusiasm and interest from the Chinese side, which illustrates the good timing, interesting products and extraordinary potential that nanotechnology brings. We are delighted that the Embassy has been able to cooperate with Czech entrepreneurs and, with the financial support of the Czech Ministry for Foreign Affairs, prepare a suitable environment for specific business collaborations within the framework of economic diplomacy, said Petr Vavra, Economic Counsellor of the Embassy, in evaluating the event.

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Check your rear view mirror. That car zooming toward you may be fueled by natural gas and its gaining fast.

Want proof? They were showing off a BMW X3 SUV, a Ford Mustang Coupe and even a family-friendly Ford Taurus powered by compressed natural gas, or CNG, in Southern California a few weeks ago. This road show of retrofitted vehicles, a project of an association of natural gas companies, is going national over the summer.

In the worthwhile journey to sustainability CNG-powered cars are the logical next leg.

About 70% of oil is burned for transportation, and it generates almost a third of greenhouse gases. CNG burns cleaner, significantly reducing emissions, including 90+% less carbon monoxide compared to gasoline.

Of course, were only in first gear when it comes to putting environmentally sustainable CNG-powered cars in every American driveway. Fleet and municipal vehicles are miles ahead, showing the rest of us the way. According to the Department of Energy, there are about 112,000 vehicles powered by natural gas in the U.S. mostly buses, garbage trucks and delivery vehicles.

Nanotechnology will play an important role in our transportation conversion. In the longer term, I predict nanomaterials will be used for lightweight impact-resistant fuel tanks. As we invent the infrastructure for filling stations, theres an opportunity to nano-engineer for more durable, efficient, reliable distribution systems, too.

For now, theres one crucial area where nanotechnology is already up to speed: efficient, safe sustainable extraction. Natural gas extraction, including hydraulic fracturing, is going on in 31 states. The venues range from oil sands in the Dakotas to family farms in Pennsylvania. Everyone involved is concerned about protecting the environment reflecting the same goals as vehicle developers.

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TechNavio's report, the Nanotechnology Drug Delivery Market in the US 2012-2016, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. It also covers the Nanotechnology Drug Delivery market in the US landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.

Commenting on the report, an analyst from TechNavio's Healthcare team said: 'Over the years, the research activities in healthcare have changed significantly. There has been a paradigm shift away from blockbusters drugs to a more personalized medicine approach. The focus is being placed increasingly on formulating drugs based on the individual's unique genome and immune response. Personalized medicines have gained significant popularity because they enable the medical profession to provide customized treatment to patients. A customized treatment is based on the genetic as well as medical profile of a patient. Increasing knowledge about the molecular causes of diseases is increasing the demand for more targeted and effective nanotechnology-enabled drug delivery therapies.'

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BY MIKE ISAACS | misaacs@pioneerlocal.com June 13, 2013 6:16PM

Only weeks after Oakton Community College completed its first pilot program teaching students the cutting-edge science of nanotechnology, the community college has received a new grant to further its mission.

The National Science Foundation, an independent federal agency charged with furthering the progress of science, awarded Oakton a $374,279 grant in support of its nanotechnology initiative.

The funds more specifically are to be used to introduce community college and high school students throughout the state to nanotechnology and potential careers in the emerging field.

Oakton this past school year began teaching nanotechnology with about a dozen students using 3,000 square feet of designated lab space at the Illinois Science + Technology Park.

Oakton is part of NE3I, or the Nanotechnology Employment, Education, and Economic Development Initiative, a jointly-supported program. It also includes the Village of Skokie; Forest City Enterprises, Inc., which owns and operates the park; and the North Suburban Educational Region for Vocation Education, a career and technical education consortium consisting of nine high schools in Chicagos northern suburbs.

It took two years to get funding for the program, which will expand to high school students next year, officials said.

Nanotechnology is the science of manipulating matter on an atomic and molecular scale. Increasingly common in the computer, energy, biotech, and transportation fields, it can improve many processes, tools, or pieces of equipment by reducing size and increasing efficiency and by vastly increasing information stored on computer chips and other storage devices.

The technology speeds up any computer-based application with potential to help doctors target specific cancerous cells for chemotherapy treatment, eliminate future damage to healthy cells nearby, and produce more efficient and powerful batteries and solar cells.

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Residents of the Mohawk Valley should feel upbeat about the areas future.

That was the message Thursday at The Genesis Groups monthly luncheon, which took place at Hampton Inn and Suites at the New Hartford Business Park.

The group of about 75 people heard reports about the nanotechnology initiatives in Marcy, economic development efforts in Herkimer and the statewide Regional Economic Development Council initiative.

Mohawk Valley EDGE Economic development agencys Mark Reynolds briefed the group on progress at a site being marketed to nanotechnology manufacturers.

He said the $300 billion international nanotechnology industry continues to develop and shift.

It is insidious in terms of where it is in your daily life, Reynolds said. It is everywhere and it continues to grow.

If a chip fabrication plant can be netted for the Marcy site, it could bring as many as 2,300 jobs to the area and spark the growth of thousands more in support industries.

The preparation of the site has been held up by a decision by the Army Corps of Engineers that certain wetland mitigation cannot progress unless a tenant is found.

Reynolds said other work still can be done, such as road construction over wetlands that can be bridged without breaking the law.

Alicia Dicks of Ft. Schuyler Management Corp, which is involved with the SUNYIT nanotechnology endeavors, said developments there were progressing as planned, and that soon naysayers would be proven wrong.

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