- 3rdTech,
Inc. (http://www.3rdtech.com) An incubator guiding product concepts through the early phases of
development. The company provides seed capital, protects intellectual
property through licensing arrangement and initiates marketing.
Currently focused on work coming out of the University of North Carolina
in graphics and visualization. Its first nanotechnology product is the
nanoManipulator, a software interface to provide the TM Scanning Probe
Microscopes with force feedback and advanced 3D computer graphics.
Chapel Hill, NC.
- Advanced Nano
Technologies (http://www.ant-powders.com)An Entirely
New, Solid State Process for Producing Ultrafine and Nanoscale Powders. The ability to uniquely engineer particle size and shape whilst providing minimal
agglomeration, combined with the inherent industrial scalability of MCPTM technology set MCPTM nanopowders apart in the nanomaterials
market. Advanced Nano Technologies is a joint venture between Advanced Powder Technology
(APT) of Australia and Samsung Corning of Korea. ANT combines APT's research strength and intellectual property with Samsung Corning's industrial processing experience and presence in electronic material
markets. The key goal of this venture is to develop commercial manufacturing processes for the Mechanochemical Processing
(MCPTM) technology.
- Applied Nanotech, Inc. (http://www.appliednanotech.net)
(ANI) is a subsidiary of Nano-Proprietary, Inc. (OTC
Bulletin Board: NNPP). Nano-Proprietary (previously SI Diamond) was
incorporated in 1989 and went public in 1993. Through ANI, Nano-Proprietary
has an extensive intellectual property portfolio (over 70 issued and over 40
filed patents) in the field of nanotechnology and a well-trained and
well-managed nanotechnology research and development team. Their patent
portfolio includes multiple fundamental claims for carbon nanotubes field
emissions cathodes, which enables the company to further control critical
components of nanotechnology, and advance its commercial vision of the
technology. Currently ANI is in advanced development for the application of
electron emitting carbon nanotubes cathodes in a number of areas, including
large area color televisions, new lighting devices, x-ray, and microwave
generators.
- ARRYX, Inc.
(http://www.arryx.com) Manufacturers photonic components using a proprietary holographic optical
trapping technology. Current focus is on telecommunications and biotech
products; long range plans are to establish a platform technology for
microscopic scale manufacturing. ARRYX's Bio Ryx 2000 can create arrays of
beads carrying DNA probes or proteins, and can investigate interactions
between cells such as an antigen-presenting cell and a lymphocyte. Products
in development include a dynamically configurable biochip, cell sorters and
optical switch/router. Chicago, IL
- C
Sixty (http://www.csixty.com) is a private biopharmaceutical company focusing on the discovery
and development of a new class of therapeutics based on the fullerene
molecure. C Sixty's research and development includes cancer, HIV, antibody,
neuroprotectant, tissue targeting, bone-active and medical device. Toronto,
Canada.
- California
Molecular Electronics Corp. (http://www.calmec.com) CALMEC is developing molecule-sized components to produce electronic
devices. Raised funds in 1997 with direct-to-public stock offering.
Controls patent and trademark on Chiropticene, an optoelectronic switch.
San Jose, CA
- Capsulution NanoScience (http://www.capsulution.com) AG is a Berlin-based
company, which has started with a vision: to create innovative, highly-specialized products by applying its unique
LBL-Technology® to existing and emerging needs in life science developments. The
LBL-Technology® (derived from the term "layer-by-layer") is a high-tech tool for making unique multifunctional
nano- and micron-sized capsules which are invisible to the human eye. For
instance, the head of a pin, 1.5 mm across, could contain some three thousand million
capsules. Functionally designed and custom-made, these capsules suit a variety of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical purposes which not only allow the development of a variety of advanced drug-delivery
products, but can also be applied to other types of products, such as foodstuffs and food
ingredients, nutraceuticals, diagnostics, biosensors, enzyme catalysts,
paper, and paints. In fact, there may be no other encapsulation technology available which provides such high-end
capsules.
- Cool Chips™
(http://www.coolchips.gi) represent a new
development for cooling, refrigeration, and thermal management. One of the
first industrial applications of nanotechnology, Cool Chips use thermotunnel
technology to deliver up to a projected 55% of the maximum (Carnot)
theoretical efficiency for heat pumps. Conventional refrigerators operate at
up to 45% efficiency and current thermoelectric systems (Peltier Effect)
operate at 5-8% efficiency.
- CSEM, (http://www.csem.ch) the Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology, Inc., is a privately held, knowledge-based company carrying out: Applied research work, Product development, Prototype and low-volume production. CSEM is mainly active in the fields of micro/nanotechnology, microelectronics, systems engineering, information and communication technologies. By offering its high-tech know-how, competencies and expertise, CSEM anticipates and fulfils the needs of industrial partners. In particular, it supplies customized microsystems, microelectronic designs and system solutions, as well as services for high-tech coatings and new materials. Thanks to multidisciplinary skills, systems knowledge and networking with different partners, vertical integration is a strong asset of
CSEM.
- DNT (http://www.dnanotech.com) Dendrimers are a novel class of three-dimensional nanoscale, core-shell structures that can be precisely synthesized for a wide range of applications. Building on a central core, dendrimers are formed by the step-wise, sequential addition of concentric shells consisting of branched molecules and connector groups. Dendritic polymers are recognized as the fourth major class of polymeric architecture.The first two polymeric architectural classes launched large industries such as plexiglass, nylon, rubbers and epoxies. The newest member of the third architectural class, metallocene-based polyolefins, is now the focal point of dramatic
growth.
-
General Nanotechnology (GN) (http://www.gennano.com) has created and is developing hardware and
software that provides advanced capabilities in imaging, nano-manipulation,
nano-fabrication, nano-spectro-photometry, near field optical probes below
the aperture (50nm) limit, and diamond and other nano-tools and parts.
Berkeley, California.
- Hybrid
Plastics (http://www.hybridplastics.com)
technology bridges the property space between
hydrocarbon-based plastics and ceramics. It imparts new or improved
properties to materials through the controlled reinforcement of polymer
chains at the molecular level (nanoscale). This technology is leading the
way to the next generation of plastics. Fountain Valley, California.
- Imago Scientific Instruments (http://www.imago.com) has developed proprietary Nanolytical® equipment to meet the characterization needs of the nanotechnology revolution. Imago’s premier product, the LEAP™ microscope, provides unsurpassed three-dimensional materials analysis at the nanoscale. Imago Scientific Instruments’ vision is to become the world leader in providing 3-dimensional imaging and analysis capabilities to nanotechnology industries. Imago will achieve this vision through commercialization of its proprietary Nanolytical equipment, the Local Electrode Atom Probe or LEAP microscope.
- (molecular-electronics.com)
- Molecular Imprints, Inc (MII) (http://www.militho.com), is providing enabling lithography systems and technology for manufacturing applications in the areas of: nano devices, micro structures, advanced packaging, bio devices, optical components and semiconductor
devices.
- Nanobac Pharmaceuticals Inc. (http://www.nanobaclabs.com) is dedicated to improving human longevity and quality of life by conquering the root causes of degenerative disease of the human circulatory system and vital organs.The most serious and widespread of the diseases caused by calcified plaque are atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and coronary heart disease. Atherosclerosis in the carotid arteries, the primary blood supply to the brain, affects more than one-third of individuals 51 to 55 years old and over half of individuals 61-65 years of age. Coronary heart disease remains the #1 killer of adult males in the U.S. These major public health issues, in the U.S. and worldwide, were chosen as the focus of our initial research and development
efforts.
- Nanoco (http://www.nanoco.biz) was established in December 2001 in order to commercialize unique, proprietary and widely-patented methods of synthesizing quantum dots. Nanoco's mission is to be the worldwide leader in the manufacture of high-performance
nanoparticles.
- Nanocrystals Technology, L. P.
(NCT) (http://www.nanocrystals.com) was founded in late 1993 by Dr. Rameshwar Bhargava, formerly Director and Scientific Advisor of Philips Laboratories. NCT was organized for the purpose of engaging in fundamental science research with regard to Quantum Confined Atoms. Within four years, based upon private capital as well as grants from National Science Foundation and other government agencies, NCT accomplished Dr. Bhargava's goal of developing processes to accomplish non-linear changes in the property of atoms when confined within very small nanocrystals. These discoveries resulted in the creation of nano-sized luminescent particles with light output equivalent to that of commercial phosphors 1000 times
larger.
- Nanofactory (http://www.nanofactory.com)
Instruments provides novel and unique solutions to transmission electron microscopy users, specializing in TEM-holders, equipped with manipulation and measurement tools, for in situ probing of electrical and mechanical properties. Nanofactory Instruments is a spin-off company from Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden, with high competences in the technologies of scanning probe microscopy and piezoelectric-driven
instruments.
- (nanomix.com)
- NanoMagnetics (http://www.nanomagnetics.com) is a private speciality chemicals company based in the United Kingdom that designs and manufacturers an advanced magnetic material, DataInk™, for the computer hard disk industry. Both the means to produce DataInk™ and its use as a medium for information storage are broadly protected by international patents. The company has been financed by an international syndicate of venture funds including UBS Capital, Formula Ventures, Prelude and Amadeus. Unique in the market, DataInk™ can effectively replace the magnetic material used in today’s hard disks, while providing the manufacturing industry a predictably progressing technology roadmap to storage densities 100 times greater than that possible with conventional
technology.
- NanoMuscle (http://www.nanomuscle.com) actuators are complete motion solutions designed to make adding movement to digital systems easier and more affordable. Unlike motors, NanoMuscle actuators are designed as direct drive - no gearbox is required. Linear and Rotary actuators are available in low cost packages containing all required drive electronics, position sensors, and control logic. If required they can easily be controlled directly from any CMOS-based micro controller using a PWM signal. NanoMuscles are small, lightweight and silent and are available in a range of configurations.
- NanoOpto
(http://www.nanoopto.com) A Somerset, NJ firm which applied proprietary nano-optics and
nano-manufacturing technology to design and make components for optical
networking
- Nanoplex
Technologies Inc. (http://www.nanoplextech.com) Nanoplex Technologies is developing nanoparticle-based products for life
science research, for ultrasensitive molecular identification and
quantitation and for authentication and tracking applications. Mountain View,
California.
- NanoSonic,
Inc. (http://www.nanosonic.com)
Blacksburg, VA. NanoSonic has developed a molecular self-assembly processes
that allows control of synthesized material structure at the nanometer level,
as well as the manufacturing of new materials with designed constitutive
behavior.
- Nanosphere,
Inc. (http://www.nanosphere-inc.com) is a rapidly growing biotechnology company located in
Northbrook, IL. The company is dedicated to developing its proprietary
technology to provide diagnostic products for genetic and infectious
diseases.
- Nanoway (http://www.nanoway.fi)
We develop innovative approaches and offer superior solutions for the low temperature community. Our core competence is electronic transport in nanostructures. We provide a revolutionary solution to low temperature thermometry: a primary thermometer for everyday use based on the Coulomb blockade phenomenon.
- Nantero,
Inc. (http://www.nantero.com) is developing NRAM, a high-density nonvolatile random access memory
chip, using nanotechnology. Commercial prototypes are expected by 2003. The
company will use carbon nanotubes, which it is manufacturing at its own
facilities. NRAM is designed to have a manufacturing process compatible with
existing semiconductor fabs. $6 million in venture capital has been invested
by Draper Fisher Jurvetson, Stata Venture Partners, and the Harris &
Harris Group. Woburn, MA
- NTERA (http://www.ntera.com) is a Dublin-based nanotechnology company founded in 1997 with objectives to develop and commercialise nanomaterial-based product applications. Our technology and applications use nanostructured films in visual and display related products. NTERA’s nanostructured film products are marketed under the brand name NanoChromics™. Our vision is to be the leading supplier of nanomaterials used in displays and display related products and materials.
- Nucryst
Pharmaceuticals (http://www.nucryst.com)
researches, develops and commercializes medical devices and
pharmaceutical products based on the science of silver nanocrystalline
technology. Wakefield, Massachusetts.
- (oxonica.com)
- (psivida.com.au)
- Quantum
Dot Corporation. (http://www.qdots.com)
holds licensing rights on a number of patents in the
production of quantom dots. QDC is developing multiplexed assays that enable
the measurement of drug interactions at the cellular level. Solutions
include Qdot nanocrystals custom engineered for drug discovery, genomics and
proteomics. The company was founded in 1986 and has received venture funding
from Versant Ventures, Abingworth Management, Technogen Associates, Schroder
Ventures, Frazier & Co, MPM Asset Management, and CMEA Ventures.
Collaborations include Genentech, Inc., for developing cellular imaging
assays; Roche Diagnostics in point-of-care; and GlaxoSmithKline, for
genotyping (SNP) assay development. Hayward, California.
- Quantum Precision Instruments (http://www.quantum-pi.com) is a nanotechnology company developing atomic precision sub-nanometer and sub-nanoradian positioning metrological devices and Nano Electro-Mechanical Systems (NEMS). QPI nanoTrekTM devices can be used in: microelectronics and nanotechnology, medicine and bio-technology, aviation and aeronautics, automotive, acoustics, security systems, nuclear test monitoring, mining, seismic monitoring, scientific instrumentation and standards, consumer electronics e.g. video cameras, sport and leisure.
- RNT (http://rntfoil.com) Headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, RNT was founded in 2001 by a team of
engineering veterans who have developed a revolutionary product that enables
rapid joining of similar and dissimilar materials without incurring thermal
damage. This process promises to increase productivity, reduce cost and
enable product innovations, while overcoming current technical limitations
in the field of joining. The company currently specializes in providing
solutions for thermal interface material (TIM), hermetic sealing, and other
microelectronics packaging applications and will soon offer solutions for
other applications and industries in the near future.
- Rosseter Holdings (http://www.e-nanoscience.com) Limited is a company that specialises in large-scale production of Carbon Nanotubes and related materials. Research and Development Activities are focused on methods and innovative processes of production as well as the development of the product for use in certain applications like electron emission, hydrogen absorption etc.
- Solexa (http://www.solexa.com) is developing systems for the comprehensive and economical analysis of individual genomes. These will be used by our customers in a wide range of applications from basic research through to the development and implementation of personalised medicine.Solexa’s systems are based on several major technological breakthroughs that allow genomic DNA to be ‘read’ directly at very high speed. Existing methods require genomic DNA to be ‘copied’ so that sufficient amounts of a particular sequence exist for it to be read. This is expensive and time consuming. Reading methods are also slow. In contrast, Solexa’s systems incorporate technology that allows fast direct reading of the genomic DNA
itself.
- Sol-Gel Technologies Ltd. (http://www.sol-gel.com)
(SGT) is a private seed company committed to the development of innovative encapsulated active ingredients for applications in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, oral care and food additive global markets. Three core technologies have been developed for use with sol-gel matrices:
Doping: Licensed from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, this is our earliest technology. It allows for the inclusion of materials within organic molecules in a continuous porous silica glass network. The technology is especially advantageous for entrapping a small number of molecules within a stable formulation. Typical applications include preparations of catalysts for chemical reactions or preparation of detection agents in analytical reactions.
Microencapsulation: This is our patented process whereby high concentrations of active ingredients can be incorporated within sol-gel matrices. Our technology affords high loading of active ingredients, with little, if any, leaching. An additional benefit is the ability to incorporate, therefore, incompatible reagents within the same formulation!
Delivery: SGT has developed and patented an additional technology where active ingredients can be released slowly, over time. Additional applications include delayed release of encapsulated products. The benefit of delayed release enables delivery of high concentrations of active ingredients to target sites at optimal
conditions.
- Starpharma Pooled Development Ltd (http://www.starpharma.com) is an ASX listed company established in 1996 to develop a polyvalent technology based on large molecules called dendrimers. Commencing in 1992, the Biomolecular Research Institute (BRI) in Melbourne, Australia, first investigated dendrimers as protein mimics for pharmaceutical applications, before licensing the technology to Starpharma Pooled Development Ltd’s subsidiary company, Starpharma Pty Ltd (“Starpharma”). Today, Starpharma Pooled Development Ltd has parallel investments to develop both pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical applications of dendrimer nanotechnology. Dendrimers are synthetic, nanoscale compounds with unique features and benefits making them useful for development as pharmaceuticals, and for incorporation in new and existing products. Starpharma creates dendrimers to achieve polyvalent (i.e. multiple) interaction with biological targets across a wide range of diseases. Dendrimers can be designed to achieve novel pharmaceutical properties. Our dendrimer technologies are also enabling technologies that offer defined nanostructures capable of being developed and modified to offer solutions for problems in a broad range of industries, including medical (e.g. pharmaceutical), material, chemical and electronic.
- Versilant
Nanotechnologies LLC (http://www.versilant.com) Startup with a contract to make a composite material for NASA consisting of
carbon nanotubes and polymers. Formed by Rice University alumnus Cynthia
Kuper. Philadelphia, PA
- ZettaCore (http://www.zettacore.com)
The ability to integrate ZettaCore molecular technology with
state-of-the-art silicon semiconductor technology allows accelerated
development of 'hybrid' chips that leverage both the advantages of molecular
storage and the substantial capital investment in the silicon semiconductor
manufacturing industry. Covina, Calif.
- Zia Laser Inc., (http://www.zialaser.com) an ISO 9001:2000 certified company, is the innovator in Quantum Dot (QD) lasers; our technology builds better lasers for communications networks and medical applications. The company is a high-tech spin off from the Center of High Technology Materials (CHTM), a research center created by the University of New Mexico. Now more than ever, fixed and tunable laser module vendors are searching for lower systems cost solutions that offer superior performance than their competitors. This phenomenon spawned the birth of quantum well laser diodes and VCSELs, as both offer distinct cost and performance advantages. The next step in the evolution of laser diode design has begun; it is the Quantum Dot (QD) Laser. QD lasers will revolutionize the field of semiconductor lasers and eventually replace the current industry standard quantum well lasers. QD lasers offer a lower systems cost solution with superior performance, not achievable with QW lasers for fixed and tunable wavelength solutions.
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