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Nanotechnology:

ACS Nanotation

A community-based site targeted to both scientists and the curious general public.

http://acsnanotation.org

Graand

Free Classified Ads Portal

www.graand.com

Advance Nanotech

Focused on funding the development of patented, patent-pending and proprietary nanotechnologies at universities in exchange for the exclusive rights to commercialize any resulting products.

http://www.advancenanotech.com/

Advanced Technologies Center (ATC)

Development and production of scanning probe microscopes and software, scientific research in nanotechnology.

http://www.nanoscopy.net

AIST Nanotechnology, Materials & Manufacturing Laboratories

The homepage for the various nanotechnology research laboratories at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) in Japan.

http://www.aist.go.jp/aist_e/aist_laboratories/3nanotech/index.html

Asia Pacific Nanotechnology Forum

Facilitates a platform for communication and exchange network between forum members, government policy leaders, industry leaders, and top tier investors by means of workshops, seminars and timely conferences.

http://www.apnf.org

The ASME Nanotechnology Institute

American Society of Mechanical Engineers: nanotechnology resources, events, programs, activities, online courses, webcasts, news and links.

http://www.nanotechnologyinstitute.org

Atom Staffing LLc.

Specialized recruiting firm focusing on Nanotechnology and related fields.

http://www.atomstaffing.com

AZoNano

Nanotechnology knowledge base and news service for the engineering, design and materials community.

http://www.azonano.com/

Cambridge NanoTech Inc.

Cambridge NanoTech Inc. manufactures Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) systems for Research and Development in nanotechnology, including semiconductors, displays, MEMS, photonics, lasers, fuel cells, oled and biomedical applications.

http://www.cambridgenanotech.com/

Cantion A/S

Manufacturer of MEMS nanonanofluidic dispensers and nanomechanical cantilevers. Denmark.

http://www.cantion.com

Cemmnt Hub Ltd

The Centre of Excellence in Metrology for Micro and Nano Technologies (CEMMNT) provides measurement, characterisation, analytical and systems engineering services in the UK.

http://www.cemmnt.co.uk/

Centre for Functional Nanostructures (CFN)

Does research in four research areas Nano-Photonics, Nano-Electronics, Molecular Nanostructures und Nanostructured Materials. Description of research activities, information about lectures and events.

http://www.cfn.uni-karlsruhe.de/

Ceres Nanosciences

Biomedical nanotechnology utilizing the unique aspects of a carbon nanoparticle (the Nanotrap) to advance diagnostic research, medicine and many other applications. Specializing in the detection of HGH in human urine.

http://www.ceresnano.com/

Chengyin Technology

Provider of nanostructured titanium dioxide powders. Shenzhen, China.

http://www.chengying.com

CMP Cientifica

News, networks, conferences and nanotechnology resources in Europe

http://www.cientifica.eu/

CORDIS Nanotechnology

CORDIS, the European Commission's Research and Development Information Service: service to promote European funding opportunities for nanotechnology-related research within the scope of the Fifth Framework programme (FP5) and the European Research Area (ERA).

http://cordis.europa.eu/nanotechnology/

Diamon-Fusion International

The company manufactures a nanotechnology-based coating film that improves and protects surfaces.

http://www.diamonfusion.com

Dictionary of nanotechnology (Nanodictionary)

A nanotechnology dictionary. The site classifies the terms related to nanotechnology into 9 different categories.

http://www.nanodic.com

Emente Ltd

Emente has developed an approach to facilitate the transfer of technology out of the laboratory into manufacturing companies to enable the creation of new products and processes, with particular expertise in microsystems- and nanotechnologies.

http://www.emente.co.uk

European Commission - Nanotechnology Homepage

This web service provides an overview of nanotechnology related activities across the European Community's programmes. This includes information on projects and funding opportunities.

http://cordis.europa.eu/nanotechnology/home.html

Euspen

European Society for Precision Engineering and Nanotechnology - contains society news, conference information, discussion forums and expertise search. Euspen is a not-for-profit company based at Cranfield University in the UK, with members around the world.

http://www.euspen.org

Evident Technologies

Manufacturer of quantum dot nanoparticles for use as a color-enhancing additive in optical devices and visual materials. New York.

http://www.evidenttech.com

Fluigent

Develops flow control devices for micro- and nanofluidic research.

http://www.fluigent.com

German Nanotechnology Companies and Institutions Directory

A directory of companies and institutions in the nanotechnology sector in Germany.

http://www.nano-companies.com

Green Technology Forum

A research and advising firm focusing on nanotechnology and biotechnology for growing green businesses. By helping business people understand the benefits and challenges of these revolutionary technologies, the company helps them develop strategies, products and services that benefit their customers, the environment, and their bottom line.

http://www.greentechforum.net/

The gRobots Project

An open source project to build and run a globally distributed supercomputer for the simulation of evolvable nanotechnology.

http://www.grobots.org

Hielscher Ultrasound Technology

Develops Ultrasonic processors and flow cells for deagglomeration and dispersion of nanopowders and the reduction of primary particles in micron and submicron range.

http://www.hielscher.com/ultrasonics/nano_01.htm

How Stuff Works: How Nanotechnology Will Work

Animated narrative shows how Nanotechnology has the potential to totally change manufacturing, health care and many other areas.

http://www.howstuffworks.com/nanotechnology.htm

IANT. International Association of Nanotechnology

Nonprofit professional association with the goal of fostering research collaboration in the multiple branches of nano science and technologies for consumer, industrial and medical applications.

http://www.ianano.org/

IBM Almaden STM Molecular Art

Some of the famous images of atoms and molecules made with IBM's scanning tunneling microscope.

http://www.almaden.ibm.com/vis/stm/lobby.html

Institute for Atomic-Scale Engineering

Personal page of Forrest Bishop: published and unpublished concept articles.

http://www.iase.cc/

Institute of Nanotechnology (UK)

The Institute of Nanotechnology has been created to foster, develop and promote all aspects of science and technology in those domains where dimensions and tolerances in the range of 0.1 nm to 100nm play a critical role.

http://www.nano.org.uk/

IP Nanoker

European project on structural ceramic nanocomposites for top-end functional applications in the biomedicine, optics and extreme conditions areas.

http://www.nanoker-society.org

Minatec

Centre for Innovation in Micro and Nanotechnology in Grenoble. Teaching, research, and industrial development.

http://www.minatec.com/minatec_uk/

Molecular Imprints, Inc.

Manufacturer of imprint, step-and-flash lithography systems for creating nanometer-scale surface relief structures. Texas.

http://www.molecularimprints.com/

Molecular Manufacturing Shortcut Group

Promotes developing nanotechnology as a way to facilitate space exploration and settlement.

http://www.islandone.org/MMSG/

Multiprobe

The company is a leading supplier of nanoprobing tools to the semiconductor industry. Nanoprobing is the method of measuring the world’s most advanced electronic devices, which are invisible to all but the most advanced microscopes.

http://www.multiprobe.com

Nano Science & Technology Institute

Events, publications and news in nanotechnology, microtechnology and biotechnology.

http://nsti.org

Nano Science and Technology Consortium (NTSC) India

NSTC associates Companies, Universities, Research Institutions and work closely for enhancing the opportunities in the area of nanotechnology.

http://www.nstc.in

Nano Space

Nano technology as it applies now and in the future to Space Exploration and Studies.

http://www.angelfire.com/mt/marksomers/nanospace.html

Nano: Where Art and Science Meet

Multi-media presentation of efforts by researchers to explain the science and uses of nanotechnology

http://www.pbs.org/newshour/indepth_coverage/science/nanotechnology/index.html

Nanoarchitecture.net

An online resource for architects and designers. The site focuses on the architectural implications of nanotechnology. Mission: to inform architects about nanotechnology, to track emerging developments in nanotechnology that will revolutionize design, and to feature works that are enabled by nanotechnology.

http://nanoarchitecture.net/

Nanobase

Loyola College, Maryland. National Science Foundation sponsored site presenting up-to-date sources of information on nanotechnology in the areas of major research centers, funding agencies, major reports and books.

http://www.wtec.org/loyola/nanobase/

Nanocomposites, Inc.

Nanocomposites, Inc. develops and commercializes custom-engineered composite materials, using patented and licensable manufacturing processes.

http://www.nanocompositesinc.com

NanoComputer Dream Team

Multidisciplinary project to make Earth's first nanometer supercomputer via Internet.

http://nanocomputer.org/

NanoDaddy

A nanotechnology portal.

http://www.nanodaddy.com

Nanoforum.org: European Nanotechnology Gateway

Offers background information, news and developments in industry and research and a selection of publications.

http://www.nanoforum.org/

NanoGallery

General nanotechnology information site.

http://www.nanogallery.info/

Nanotechnology

Online dictionary of nanotechnology.

http://www.nanogloss.com

Nanoguys

Nanotechnology Career Consultants. Recruiting and placement of staff in nanotechnolgy related positions such as Organic, Inorganic, Biological, Project Management, Research Scientist, Engineer, and Lab Technician.

http://www.nanoguys.com

Nanohedron

Nanohedron exhibits scientific images, with a focus on images depicting nanoscale objects.

http://www.nanohedron.com

nanoHUB

A community web site dedicated to education and research through online simulation and online tutorials. Online simulation on nanoHUB is a free service, users need to register for a free login.

http://nanohub.org

NanoInk, Inc.

Creator of Dip Pen Nanolithography (DPN) tools for fabricating MEMS and other nanoscale devices. Chicago.

http://www.nanoink.net

NanoManipulator: 3rdTech

Commercial version of the NanoManipulator system originally from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

http://www.3rdtech.com/NanoManipulator.htm

Nanomedicinecenter.com

A news collection site about nanomedicine.

http://www.nanomedicinecenter.com

Nanonews

Nanotechnology news with focus on Nano-imprint lithography.

http://www.nanonews.se

Nanonex Corp

Manufacturer of imprint, step-and-flash lithography systems. New Jersey.

http://www.nanonex.com

Nanoprotect

The company develops and produces nanostructured coatings. Its products based on chemical nanotechnology offer corrosion protection and long-term protection of wood and natural stone/glass surfaces, aluminium facades and plastic building materials.

http://nanoprotect.de/

NanoQuébec

Non-profit, government funded organization, focused on strengthening innovation in Canadian nanotechnology and -science.

http://nanoquebec.ca/

Nanoscale Science and Engineering

National Science Foundation. Activities, Information and Education, Research and Development, Connections, and NSF and NNI (National Nanotechnology Initiative) Reports.

http://www.nsf.gov/home/crssprgm/nano

NanoScience Network

A Hungarian Virtual NanoScience Network

http://www.nanopaprika.eu

Nanoscienceinfo

Provides recent news on scientific and technological developments in the area of nanomaterials including nanoparticles, nanowires, quantum dots and carbon nanotubes.

http://www.nanoscienceinfo.com

NanoScienceWorks.org

NanoScienceWorks.org provides content and community to nanoscience researchers, offering directories to universities, labs, researchers; online libraries and collaboration tools.

http://www.nanoscienceworks.org

NanoScout

Portal with forums, and links sorted by topic and popularity.

http://www.nanoscout.de/

Nanoshop

A selection of nanotechnology related products.

http://www.nanoshop.com

NanoSpace

The Center for NanoSpace Technologies is a Texas-based 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 and transportation.

http://www.nanospace.org

NanoSpain - Spanish Nanotechnology Network

The NanoSpain Network scheme aims to promote Spanish science and research through a multi-national networking action and to stimulate commercial Nanotechnology applications.

http://www.nanospain.org

NanoTech Scientific Inc.

Instrumentation for Scientific Research and Vacuum Technology.

http://www.nanotechscientific.com

NanotechNews

News for nanotechnologists and investors: regular updates, many links to other nanotechnology websites, archives, search function, newswire.

http://news.nanoapex.com/

Nanotechnology

Dedicated to coverage of all aspects of nanoscale science and technology from a multidisciplinary perspective.

http://www.iop.org/EJ/journal/0957-4484

Nanotechnology Development Blog

A weblog with news and information.

http://www.nanotechnologydevelopment.com

The NanoTechnology Group

A consortium of nano companies, universities and organizations developing a nano science curriculum for K-12.

http://www.thenanotechnologygroup.org/

Nanotechnology in Manufacturing

What Next? The Coming Revolution In Manufacturing: Autodesk Technology Forum Presentation by John Walker, May 10th, 1990. Somewhat dated but well worth reading.

http://www.fourmilab.ch/autofile/www/chapter2_84.html

Nanotechnology Toxicology Consulting & Training

The firm provides training and consulting for use in decision making by nanotechnology stakeholders including corporations, investors, government and academia.

http://www.nanotoxicologyinc.com

Nanotechnology.com

Portal offering nanotechnology information, including articles, news, job postings, and links.

http://www.nanotechnology.com/

nanotechweb.org

Nanotechnology-specific news, products, jobs, events and information. Includes articles about nanotechnology of interest to the general public.

http://nanotechweb.org/

NanoTechWire.com

Provides information for nanotechnology and research.

http://www.nanotechwire.com

Nano-Tek

Consultancy in nanomaterials and technology. UK.

http://www.nano-tek.co.uk

nanoTEN

Nanotechnology consulting firm. Services include nanotechnology matchmaking, assessment of trends, feasibility studies, materials and products analysis, and presentation assistance.

http://www.nanoten.com

nanoTITAN

Nanotechnology Software, Data and Services: nanoTITAN offers Java libraries and applications, a nanodevice database, the nanoML specification, custom simulation and visualization to the nanotechnology and general scientific communities.

http://nanotitan.com

Nanovic

Non-profit organisation focused on commercialization of nanotechnology research, education and raising public awareness of nanotechnology in Australia's Victoria region.

http://www.nanovic.com.au

Nanovip

Companies and products directory.

http://www.nanovip.com/

Nanowarp News

An Iberian (Portuguese and Spanish) weblog dedicated to nanotechnology.

http://nanowarp.blogspot.com

NanoWave

An MIT startup, Nanowave offers SPPE (Scanning Probe Position Encoder) technology for picometer-order (subnanometer) resolution over ranges greater than several inches.

http://www.nanowave.com/

Nanowerk Nanotechnology Portal

A nanotechnology portal with link directories, daily news and feature articles, reports, events calendar, and a nanomaterial database.

http://www.nanowerk.com/

NanoWiki

A digital online publication to track the evolution of paradigms and discoveries in the nanoscience and nanotechnology field, annotate and disseminate them.

http://nanowiki.info/

Nanoword.net

Online nanotechnology resource focusing on education of the general public and distribution of nanotech products. Articles, definitions, and links.

http://www.nanoword.net/

National Nanotechnology Manufacturing Center

A non-profit corporation dedicated to the development of a robust, sustainable, domestic nanomanufacturing infrastructure in the US.

http://www.nationalnano.info

OLED-Info

OLED tech news and resources. OLEDs: new display technology that promises to deliver thin, power efficient and bright displays.

http://www.oled-info.com

Percenta AG

Research and distribution of nanotechnology-based surface sealants and cleaners.

http://percenta.com/

Phantoms Foundation

The Phantoms Foundation (non-profit organisation) focuses its activities on Nanotechnology and is a key actor in structuring and fostering European Excellence and enhancing collaborations in this field.

http://www.phantomsnet.net

Project On Emerging Nanotechnologies

Partnership between the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and the Pew Charitable Trusts, dedicated to knowledge dissemination, the creation of an active public and policy dialogue, and the anticipation, understanding and management of potential human health and environmental risks.

http://www.nanotechproject.org/

QuarTek Corp

A research company involved in the development of processes for the production of nano-sized materials, devices, and sensors for monitoring, display and control of physical properties and functions in scientific and commercial environments.

http://www.quartekcorp.com/

Researching: Clusters and benchmarks

Social and economic dynamics related to the worldwide development of nanotechnologies, with a focus one the geographic clustering phenomenon.

http://www.researches-nanoclusters.eu/en

Scanning Tunneling Microscope (STM)

Describes the invention of the topografiner, a precursor instrument, between 1965 and 1971, and also tells of the STM's development.

http://physics.nist.gov/GenInt/STM/stm.html

Scientific American

Nanotechnology articles, some free and some archived.

http://www.sciam.com/nanotech/

Self Replicating Systems

NASA and Self-Replicating Systems: Implications for Nanotechnology.

http://www.zyvex.com/nanotech/selfRepNASA.html

Small Times

Daily articles covering MEMS, nanotechnology, and microsystems, with a business angle.

http://www.smalltimes.com

Spintronics-Info

A web site dedicated to Spintronics: "Electronics" done with electron spin. With news, articles, forums and more.

http://www.spintronics-info.com

Surrey NanoSystems

PECVD, CVD and ICP growth of nanotubes and catalyst systems including nanoparticles and active catalyst materials for carbon nanotubes and silicon nanowires at high and low temperatures.

http://www.surreynanosystems.com

Thermodynamics Research Laboratory

Classical, Quantum, Nanoscale and Statistical Thermodynamics and Mechanics data and property calculation sites.

http://tigger.uic.edu/~mansoori/Thermodynamic.Data.and.Property_html

U- Shu Nanotech

Provides consultancy services related to nanotechnology in India.

http://www.indiananotechnology.com

Understanding Nanotechnology

Website that provides clear explanations of nanotechnology applications.

http://www.understandingnano.com/

U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative

The National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) in the U.S. is a federal research and development program established to coordinate the multiagency efforts in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology.

http://www.nano.gov/

Virtual Journal of Nanoscale Science & Technology

A weekly multijournal compilation of the latest research on nanoscale systems. Published by the American Institute of Physics and the American Physical Society.

http://www.vjnano.org

VISION Online

Virtual Institute supported by the EC, committed to promotion and training in the precision engineering and nanotechnologies. Contains discussion forums, training programmes and patent library.

http://www.visiononline.tv/

Xerox/Zyvex Nanotechnology

Former Xerox Palo Alto Research Center Nanotechnology page: brief introduction to core concepts of molecular nanotechnology (MNT), and links for further reading.

http://www.zyvex.com/nano/

Yahoo Groups: Nanotechnology

Active nanotechnology discussion group.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/nanotech/

Yashnanotech

Provides marketing and consultancy services for products developed by nanotechnology. Promotes nanotech awareness through training, educational publications, seminars, workshops and conferences.

http://www.yashnanotech.com