Nano App Summit 2005

Educational Programs

Welcome to Nanotech University!

How do you get up to speed with nanotechnology in a very short period of time so you can lead, advance, and drive the nano-initiatives at your company?

Nanotech University at the Nano App Summit is a great place to start.
Nanotech University is the educational program at the Nano App Summit. Top instructors from nanotechnology programs at leading universities as well as companies specializing in tools for the nanotechnology industry have developed multiple courses designed specifically for business people needing to familiarize themselves with the technology and what’s happening in its application.

Cornell

Case

Ohio State

Ohio State

 

Nanotech University Curriculum At-A-Glance
(see below for specific course details)

Nanotechnology 101- What You Need to Know
Case Western Reserve University

Nanofabrication Techniques
Pennsylvania State University

Nano-Characterization Tools and Techniques
FEI Corporation

NanoMaterials and Nanopolymer Basics

University of Akron

Ethical Considerations in Nanotechnology
Cornell University and Others

NanoPhotonics Applications
Ohio State University and CMPND

Measurement Considerations in Nanoscale Systems
Keithley Instruments

Take any or all of the courses and leave Nanotech University with a strong foundation for taking your company forward in nanotechnology applications.

All Classes are Offered All Three Days of the Nano-App Summit

We’ve structured our curriculum offerings so that all courses are offered all three days. Stay an extra day and matriculate through Nanotech University! Pick and choose courses that fit within your chosen schedule in the Nano-App Summit main session. Consecutive classes will be held in separate rooms, leaving ample time for after-class discussions and questions. Learning nano has never been this readily available or this flexible!

Who Should Attend Nanotech University?
• Top Executives Who Want to Get Up to Speed Quickly
• Nano-Initiative Leaders and Team Members
• R&D People Moving into Nanotechnology
• Product and Marketing People that Need Technical Background and perspective
• Venture Capitalists interested in nanotechnology investing

Where else can you spend a day and be taught by college-level instructors from leading universities and top industry leaders whose specialty is nanotechnology? If your company is looking for a place to get started and an environment to stir ideas and possibilities, this is it. Come for the conference, or just come to attend Nanotech University.


Nanotech University Curriculum & Class Schedule

Nanotechnology 101- What You Need to Know
Presented By: Case Western Reserve University
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
9 am - 10 am

This 1-hour primer provides a solid foundation for what you need to know about nanotechnology and its applications. This will be geared to the person who knows that nanotechnology will be important for their industry, but wants a more solid fundamental understanding of the technology and its implementation.


Nanofabrication Techniques
Presented By: Pennsylvania State University, Center for Nanotechnology Education & Utilization
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
10:20 - 11:10 am

Implementing nanoscale systems requires a host of special considerations and presents many unique problems. This course will discuss these considerations and issues, along with specific topics such “top down” and “bottoms up” fabrication techniques, fabrication tools and scaling toward manufacturing.


Nano-Characterization Tools and Techniques
Presented By: FEI Corporation
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
11:10 - 11:50 am

There are a variety of new and exciting tools being used in the development of nano-materials. You’ll receive an insightful overview what researchers are using, what new developments are happening, and the importance of having the right equipment to facilitate successful nanotechnology endeavors.

NanoMaterials and Nanopolymer Basics
Presented By: University of Akron
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
4:00- 4:40 pm

The University of Akron is a leader in research in nanopolymers. Learn what’s happening in this field and why understanding nanopolymers is an essential foundation for nanotechnology business. Basics of other nanomaterials will also be covered.



Ethical Considerations in Nanotechnology
Presented By: TBA, Cornell University
Monday 1:50 - 2:20 pm
Tuesday 1:50 - 2:20 pm
Wednesday 1:50 - 2:20 pm
With the economic prospects, wide applications, scientific discovery and opportunities of nanotechnology come a number of ethical, legal and safety issues. Experts from different universities will explore and lead the discussion on this important scientific and social intersection.


NanoPhotonics Applications
Presented By: The Ohio State University and the Center for Multifunctional Nanopolymers and Devices
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
3:00 – 3:40 pm

Nanophotonics is one of the most exciting application areas for nanotechnology. The Ohio State University and the newly created Center for Multifunctional Nanopolymers and Devices (CMPND) will explore this exciting area.


Measurement Considerations in Nanoscale Systems
Presented By: Keithley Instruments Corporation
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
2:20 - 3:00 pm

Nanoscale systems present significant measurement challenges. Keithley Instruments, the world’s leader in low level electrical measurements will discuss these challenges and how to address them, as well as tools and techniques in making proper and accurate measurements in nanoscale systems.