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Who are the leading

Innovators? 

Nanotechnology is a fairly recent and innovative field that required an abundance amount of knowledge in order for more different projects to arouse from it. Many of these companies and universities listed below are currently involved in new nanotech research, while still developing new innovations.

Zyvex was founded in 1997, as the first molecular nanotechnology company, with the mission of developing precise manufacturing. By 2007, Zyvex research had been commercialized in several products. As those products demand grew, Zyvex restructured into separate companies so that each company would be able to thoroughly and independently focus on its industry leading technology and products. The Zyvex family of companies is providing nanotechnology solutions.

National Nanotechnology Infrastracure Network 

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NNIN's primary mission is to support the research programs of their users through regulation of advanced nanotechnology equipment and applications. Over 1100 advanced instruments are available within NNIN on a fee per service. Furthermore, a full  database of searchable tools is available to the public. The tools range from advanced e-beam lithography systems to simple ovens and hot plates. All the tools are required to execute compatibly integrated processes for devices and structures in the electronic field, MEMS, microfluidics, physics, chemistry, and biology.

These tools are supported by a broad range of nanotechnology processes and over 150 technical staff.

 

IBM is one of the true pioneers in nanotechnology. Among IBM's many nanotechnology milestones, its scientists have invented the scanning tunneling microscope (STM) capable of imaging individual atoms, they have positioned atoms one-by-one for the first time, and incorporated sub-nanometer material layers into commercially mass-produced hard disk drive recording heads and magnetic disk coatings. IBM's current nanotechnology research aims to devise new atomic- and moleculear-scale structures and methods for enhancing information technologies, as well as discover and understand their scientific foundations. In particular, carbon nanotubes and scanning probes derived from the atomic force microscope and the STM show particular promise in enabling dramatically improved circuits and data storage devices.

 

SNF's mission is to provide researchers with effective and efficient access to advanced nanofabrication equipment as well as scientific expertise. Their objectives are:

  • To provide shared experimental capabilities with advanced equipment, skilled personnel, and effective training.

  • To promote and enable high quality research using nanofabrication technology.

  • To advancing fundamental knowledge in nanofabrication technology.

  • To increase the use of nanofabrication in non-traditional areas.To support graduate and undergraduate research in applications of nanofabrication.

  • To disseminate knowledge to the national research community.

 Stanford Nanofabrication Facility 

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"Best Nanotechnology Company Of The Year 2014"- Qlight Nanotech

Qlight Nanotech develops semiconductor nanocrystals that display unique optical and electrical properties. Qlight’s nanocrystals enable light conversion from UV and blue wavelengths to any other wavelength in the visible range. The color, or the wavelength, of the light is determined by the nanoparticle's size. When excited by light, nanocrystals generate illumination of an unmatched color and wavelength accuracy while displaying high quantum efficiency. This guarantees high energy efficiency and cost savings for solid state lighting (LED) sems, flat panel displays and various other optical applications.

 

 

 

"Qlight´s solutions are tailored to integrate with existing system materials, devices and processes offering cost reduction opportunities and optimized product qualities for a broad range of applications. Qlight´s nanocrystal technology is designed to deliver superior benefits while using fewer resources – materials and energy – than are used by existing solutions.

In the coming decade the world will undergo a revolution in the field of lighting driven by two major factors: the need for energy efficient products and the demand to use environmentally friendly materials. Qlight´s breakthrough technology ensures that it is optimally positioned as a market leader to address the technology and market challenges of the next generation." (9.1)

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Center for Nanoscale Systems (CNS) is apart of Harvard University

Their primary scientific focus is determining how nanoscale components can be integrated into large and complex interacting systems. One main studying focus is upon very small structures to view how their behavior differs from macroscopic objects .

Furthermore, they also  investigate how systems emerge, how they can be built, and how they behave. CNS is a member of the National Science Foundation’s National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network (NNIN) initiative to create a national network of world-class facilities available to all researchers. Through the CNS/NNIN User Program, their facilities are available for use by researchers not just at Harvard, but across the globe. They also welcome and encourage researchers from Harvard and beyond to take a look at the many facilities that CNS offers to assist in  research goals. CNS has the tools and knowledgeable technical staff ready to assist in making your project a success.

 

 

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