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the resource guide 2011

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Welcome to the Center for Applied Nanotechnology CAN GmbH offers companies and research institutions contract research and development services in the area of nanotechnology and participates in national and international research programs. CAN GmbH has access to a large regional network of internationally outstanding scientists in the nanosciences, nanotechnology and life sciences as well as to an excellent array of instruments that is state-of-the art internationally. Development of nanoparticle systems at CAN GmbH centers on applications for the areas of consumables, specialty polymers and healthcare products. Available nanoparticle systems include magnetic, conducting, fluorescent, X-ray opaque, metallic and ceramic nanoparticles. Particles are modified by selective coupling to specific ligands, organic molecules or polymers.

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Welcome NanoCentral - out with the old, in with the new

“The future success of NanoCentral Limited will as previously crucially depend upon the unique core expertise residing within NanoCentral’s experienced management team”

NanoCentral is currently funded through the Technology Strategy Board to promote the safe and beneficial commercialisation of nanomaterials in the United Kingdom. As NanoCentral enters the fifth and final year of public funding, it is clear that NanoCentral has more than achieved its primary objectives. So what is next? The good news is that NanoCentral will continue, but metamorphose into a commercial organisation, NanoCentral Limited. NanoCentral Limited will offer an integrated group of value-added services to the nanotechnology and nanomaterials communities. These services will build on activities begun during NanoCentral’s publically supported phase, but will extend its offer into open innovation, specialist interim executive placement, consultancy and training. As such, NanoCentral Limited will offer a coherent set of nanotechnology support services.

NanoPerspective® Resource Guide The first free on desk compendium of who is who in micro and nanotechnology, which will significantly increase its European coverage in this edition and will, within a short period of time, encompass the USA and APAC.

The future success of NanoCentral Limited will as previously crucially depend upon the unique core expertise residing within NanoCentral’s experienced management team. This expertise is supplemented by the extensive marketing database of personal contacts, assembled by the team during ca 100 man years involvement in nanotechnology.

Website E-commerce Targeted advertising, nanomaterial sales and e-marketing utilising the capabilities incorporated into the new NanoCentral web platform during its upgrade in autumn 2009;

However, NanoCentral Limited will not be turning its back on the activities it was originally established to deliver. The go forward business will continue to provide a substantial proportion of the current public sector service offer including: n Marketing of Core and Associate Provider capablities n Stimulation of the UK nanotechnology and nanomaterial markets n Development/reinforcement of the UK nanomaterial supply chain

In addition, NanoCentral Limited will promote:

Consultancy Including Techical Services, Training and Interim Management delivered via NanoCentral’s extensive and unique network of contacts; SkillwerkTM NanoCentral Limited’s joint venture with Nanowerk is a web based open innovation platform which puts organisations seeking solutions to technical problems in contact with suppliers of solutions.

So what are the go forward components of Nanocentral Limited’s commercial service offer? You will not be surprised to hear that we will continue to develop and expand:

As you will see from the above, we have extremely ambitious plans to be delivered within aggressive timescales. However, we have proved over our short period of existence that we have the right people and expertise to achieve challenging objectives. We look forward to working with you for many years to come, continuing to deliver valued services.

NanoMaterials Conferences® The premier European B2B nanomaterials and nanotechnology conference which currently attracts a total attendance of over 200 as well as over 20 exhibitors over the course of a three day event and

Stephen Cash CEO NanoCentral

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NanoCentral Limited Nanotechnology Connections

NanoCentral® is best known as an Alliance of companies supplying nanomaterial capabilities. However, it now offers a coherent assemblage of services delivering innovation connections in nanotechnology and nanomaterials. Based upon its unique position at the nexus of the nano world, NanoCentral Limited matches sources of innovation with those seeking solutions.

NanoCentral Limited’s current offer includes:NanoMaterial Conferences® NanoMaterial Conferences® were created to be completely different to other ‘nano’ events in the calendar. It is the premier European B2B event exclusively targeted at senior managers, directors and key decision makers. It is the only conference in Europe focusing on nanomaterials commercialisation including such enabling issues as the regulatory environment, sources of finance and SHE. NanoMaterial Conferences® have four themes covering Nanoelectronics & Sensors, Nanocomposites & Nanoplastics, Coatings, Inks & Pigments and Cleantech. Running alongside these themes is an exhibition by leading technology suppliers. NanoMaterial Conferences® represent a tremendous opportunity for businesses to make connections within the supply chain, to overcome obstacles, investigate new materials and, most importantly, deliver new products to market. NanoPerspective® Resource Guide NanoPerspective® is the definitive source for Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials services covering the principal European, American and Far East markets. NanoPerspective® is the prime listing publication for all organisations within the global nanotechnology supply chain, ranging from research through product development to manufacture and supply, plus ancillary services such as legal, IP consultancy and business finance. It is the “who’s who” of the nanotechnology sector.

NanoPerspective® is a comprehensive classified listing of over 1000 prime organisations, together with an A-Z of a further 2000+ organisations, driving forward this important sector. This is supplemented by informative market focused editorials reflecting the diverse range of commercial sectors within this growing industry. Website E-commerce Advertising - targeted exclusively and precisely at the nanotechnology community. Nanomaterial Sales - via “Nano Shop”, NanoCentral can offer for sale your nanomaterial products. E-marketing - the NanoPerspective Bulletin published quarterly is the optimal vehicle to communicate with the nanotechnology community Consultancy Technical Services - delivered by an unrivalled group of nanotechnology experts (NanoCentral is the approved provider of Technical Services to the Integrated Nano-Science & Commodity Exchange (INSCXTM) Training - supplied via bespoke packages delivered in seminars and webinars and Interim Management - customised expertise supplied to newly formed businesses exploiting NanoCentral’s extensive and unique network of contacts. For further information call Steve Devine on: dd: +44 1740 625 729 m: +44 7917 550 681 e: steve.devine@nanocentral.eu Location: NanoCentral Limited at The centre for Process Innovation, PETEC, Thomas Wright Way, NETPark, Sedgefield, County Durham TS21 3FG. www.nanocentral.eu

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NanoCentral® Public Services Provision

NanoCentral® will continue to market its Alliance of Core and Associate Providers capabilities within the platforms of Synthesis; Dispersion, Functionalisation and Formulation; Applications Development; Characterisation and SHE. NanoCentral® will maintain its role providing access to key technologies, encouraging the formation of supply chain collaborations and generally promoting the commercialisation of nanomaterials. NanoCentral®’s three technology platforms are: Synthesis - flame spray pyrolysis, plasma pyrolysis, crystallisation and liquid phase processing. Dispersion, Functionalisation and Formulation - high pressure-high shear processing, milling and dispersion and polymer compounding and Applications Development - bespoke connection of nanomaterial producers with leading market sector users to promote rapid prototyping and product introduction.

Applications Development n The Electrospinning Company n Teknek Ltd n Printed Electronics Ltd n Nanoforce n MacDermid Autotype n Ilika Technologies Ltd n The Wolfson Centre

Characterisation n Intertek MSG n CEMMNT Nanomaterial SHE n AssuredNano n SAFENANO

Underpinning NanoCentral®’s technology platforms are the two enabling platforms of: Characterisation - delivering manufacturing consistency via analytical techniques including electron microscopy, particle size measurement, rheology and surface analysis. SHE - promoting public and industry confidence in nanomaterial products and processes.

How to use the service If, as a potential user of nanomaterials, you believe that the NanoCentral® service may be able to help you to meet your goals, just telephone us or complete an on-line enquiry pro forma. This will enable us to collect the information needed to define your specific requirements and identify a potential provider. If there appears to be no satisfactory provider within our Alliance, NanoCentral® will tell you.

NanoCentral® will continue to make no charge for the provision of the above services. Alliance Providers’ capabilities will remain available to customers on an open access basis via payment of an agreed tariff. You, as a customer benefit from access to leading edge technology facilities without the need for substantial capital investment.

The benefits of NanoCentral® You have the reassurance that all our providers have to fulfil strict performance and quality criteria and have all the facilities required for the technology platform, which they contribute to the Alliance. Some are funded by the Technology Strategy Board as nanotechnology centres of excellence.

Be a Member of the NanoCentral® Alliance NanoCentral® will maintain its commitment to upgrade its technology provision and service offer in order to achieve its mission of delivering rapid nanomaterial commercialisation. You will be routed to relevant world-class technology and characterisation Providers and introduced to those who may wish to work collaboratively with you.

For users wishing to take their project through more than one stage, or the whole journey, to commercialisation, NanoCentral® provides a unique and powerful competitive advantage in fostering collaborations between different Providers. Not only does co-operation make progress faster and smoother, but innovations may arise from relationships between Providers, delivering results which exceed expectations.

If you provide a leading edge technology, which can add to the capability of the NanoCentral®, consider joining our Alliance. The benefit of joining is extra business for your facility and extra profit. That’s because our promotional activities attract targeted users seeking pre-competitive research and development. Some will have the capability to take products developed through to market. Others may wish to pursue collaborative development, giving you the chance to forge relationships with complementary suppliers.

For further information call Steve Devine on: dd: +44 1740 625 729 m: +44 7917 550 681 e: steve.devine@nanocentral.eu Location: NanoCentral Limited at The centre for Process Innovation, PETEC, Thomas Wright Way, NETPark, Sedgefield, County Durham TS21 3FG. www.nanocentral.eu

Current members of the NanoCentral® Alliance include: Nanomaterials and Synthesis n Johnson Matthey n Intrinsiq Materials Ltd n Promethean Particles n nanoLake n Innovnano n Harmann technology Limited n Nanogap Dispersion and Formulation n University of Liverpool n Netzsch Matermix Ltd n Maelstrom APT Ltd n Buhler Limited n Lubrizol Advanced Materials Ltd n Imerys Minerals Ltd n Hosokawa Micron Ltd n Primary Dispersions ltd

Intertek MSG, Wilton

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AssuredNano® The premier Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) accreditation scheme for nanotechnology-based organisations

AssuredNano® exists to overcome the obstacles to nanomaterial commercialisation resulting from SHE concerns. AssuredNano® offers a way for responsible manufacturers to address nanomaterial SHE concerns based upon the use of good current practice. It demonstrates to all stakeholders in nanomaterials and nanotechnology that SHE issues are being taken seriously and tackled responsibly and that the health and safety of people exposed to nanomaterials or nano-enabled products will be ensured. Most importantly, AssuredNano® is designed by industry experienced SHE experts to deliver a commonsense and realistic approach to nanomaterial SHE.

What we do and how it works AssuredNano® is the first comprehensive nanomaterial SHE accreditation scheme featuring annual compliance auditing. An organisation wishing to become accredited is mentored through the requirements of the accreditation methodology via the provision of supervisory consultant support. Accreditation may be on a business unit or plant basis, whichever is the more applicable. However, multiple businesses on a single site require multiple accreditations. Once prepared, the organisation is audited over the course of a day by an independent auditor from AssuredNano®’s audit group. A successful organisation is then presented with its AssuredNano® Accreditation Certificate, valid for one year. 8 success through nanomaterials

It is expected that successfully accredited organisations will wish to demonstrate their status to their stakeholders and in particular their supply chain partners. Consequently, organisations are entitled to display the AssuredNano® logo on their stationery, during the validity of their accreditation. Going forward, it is vital that the commitment to nanomaterial SHE exists throughout a supply chain and hence AssuredNano® strongly encourages successfully accredited organisations to promote the value of accreditation to their suppliers and customers in order to assure their inbound and out-bound processes.

Scope AssuredNano® is the nanomaterials SHE accreditation scheme for all organisations producing nanomaterials, nano-enabled products, plus users of nanotechnology in general. It promotes the responsible and proactive application of nanomaterial SHE good current practice throughout the entire nanomaterials and nanotechnology community. AssuredNano® is an accreditation scheme which is both comprehensive in its scope, but also in application. It has just as much relevance to the research group in a corporate or university laboratory as to a manufacturer of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products. It is equally applicable to the SME as to the global multinational company. The benefits Accreditation to AssuredNano® demonstrates to all stakeholders that your organisation takes nanomaterial SHE seriously and is committed to the adoption and maintenance of good current practice. The fact that it is designed by industrially experienced SHE experts means that it promotes a commonsense approach to SHE. The AssuredNano® Accreditation Scheme is the only accreditation scheme which is all-embracing, covering all facets of a nanomaterial or nanoenabled product’s life including: n n n n n

Management of manufacturing/research risk and exposure Loss of containment Packaging and transportation Life cycle analysis Disposal or recycle

The AssuredNano® Accreditation Scheme is the only accreditation scheme which is annually audited on-site for compliance. A written report is presented to the organisation following an audit detailing pass or fail, plus areas for improvement and corrective actions to be undertaken. Annual compliance audits demonstrate not only adherence to SHE good current practice, but also a commitment to continuous SHE improvement, reflecting progressively evolving nanomaterial SHE knowledge. The AssuredNano® Accreditation Scheme is the only accreditation scheme underpinned by the technical expertise of the world renowned Institute of Occupational Medicine. Building the Nano SHE Knowledge base Pivotal to AssuredNano® is its access to the key researchers and knowledge leaders in nanomaterial SHE. Its close links with the Institute of Occupational Medicine, the pre-eminent authority world-wide in nanomaterial SHE, ensures the credibility of AssuredNano®’s technical methodology. As part of its offer AssuredNano® organises conferences, workshops and events to promote debate and thought leadership within the world of nanomaterial SHE. By stimulating nanomaterial SHE awareness and advocating the adoption of evolving examples of good practice, AssuredNano® ensures that nanomaterials and nanotechnology have a positive future. For further information call Keith Robson on: dd: +44 1740 625 755 m: +44 7823 553 675 e: keith.robson@AssuredNano.com Location: AssuredNano Limited at The centre for Process Innovation, PETEC, Thomas Wright Way, NETPark, Sedgefield, County Durham TS21 3FG. Intertek MSG, Wilton

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Epigem The Fluence Centre

Epigem provides customer support through invention, product development services and commercial manufacture of nanotechnology enabled products. Our 30 year track record of innovation spans all aspects of nanotechnology. For example: natural layer minerals delaminated into nanoplatelets, acting as anticoagulation stabilisers for high temperature dispersion polymerisation, enabled tonne production of engineering thermoplastics; nanostructured mould tools and high precision replication processes enable micro optics and printed electronics for touch screens, displays, lighting and renewable energy applications; nanowires grown within nanoporous films enable high sensitivity nanosensors for point of care diagnostics; protein and cell lined microfluidic devices enable in vitro models of blood capillaries for medical and drug discovery research. Epigem manufacture microfluidic consumable components, process control boards and printed and imprinted electronics for sensors and displays for commercial instrumentation used for bioanalysis and consumer electronics products. Extensive solution provision experience supports companies and Universities develop innovative new products and applications. Applications supported include medical research and diagnostics. For example: assays at the DNA, protein and cultured cell levels- for various screening environments; blood separation modules are providing both minimised sample collection and faster, higher precision analysis. Microfluidic fabrication processes are employed in manufacturing (as well as in products) in applications from chemicals synthesis to device fabrication. Epigem operate within the global community of technology developers concerned with product miniaturisation (motivation: smaller analyte and reagent quantities, point of care products) and process intensification (motivation: smaller, faster, more efficient, lower cost, environmentally better). Polymer microfabrication – in the hands of Epigem has now become both multifunctional – enabling the integration of optics, electronics, fluidics, magnetics, biology, etc. and multidomain – enabling silicon sensors and control and data processing to be packaged within multilayer boards. This is enabling the miniaturisation of chemical and biological analysis and convergence with electronics and communications technology. Other applications include environment protection, forensics and food safety. The processes operated by Epigem enable chemicals, polymers and biochemicals to be synthesised, formulated, manipulated and delivered, in the form of thin coatings on rigid or flexible substrates and in the form of fine droplets processed within hair-like channels (100 microns dimensions) or delivered as sprays. Droplet processing within the laminar flow environment of microfluidics enables complex emulsions and encapsulation to be undertaken relevant to therapeutic and diagnostic healthcare. In 2006 Epigem were contracted by central Government, the EU and the Regional Development Agency, OneNE, to provide micro and nanotechnology open access services. To date, the Fluence Microfluidics Centre (www. fluence.co.uk) has supplied £3 million of R&D support to 73 companies and 44 Universities with 80% international sales. Much of the research of our clients is leading edge and has been published at Conferences and Journals. Multinational companies and start up companies have been assisted from the proof of concept stage through to commercialisation. The Fluence Centre also supplies microfluidic modules for training purposes to teach the basic microfluidic function including mixing, droplet generation and separation.

single layer or between layers or between separate boards, where one board could be re-usable and another disposable. The functions provided can be fluidic. For example, liquid and gases can be pumped along channels and flow controlled using pneumatically actuated diaphragm valves. Electrical circuity can be integrated for connection to sensors or actuators or comprise electrodes for sensing or separation or pumping. Proprietary leak free sealing techniques enable fluid connection between modules at the micron scale. Polymer micro-optics can be integrated or optoelectronic light sources and detectors. The Centre uses a range of fabrication processes for creating these functional microstructures and for controlling surface chemistry such as channel wall wetting characteristics. Microfluidic fabrication processes for sheet, and roll to roll wet coating of film and foil, are also being used to develop high volume polymer electronics products such as flexible displays that themselves could in the future become integrated with bioelectronic multiparameter sensors. Unit 3, Malmo Court, Kirkleatham Business Park, Redcar TS10 5SQ T: 01642 496 300 F: 01642 496 301 E: info@epigem.co.uk www.epigem.co.uk www.fluence.co.uk

The general strategy of Fluence is to develop and supply multilayer processor boards (like printed circuit boards plus biology, optics etc as well electrical circuits). A series of combinable functions are either connected within a NanoPerspective™ 13

SKILL WERK

THE INNOVATION ENGINE FOR EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

What can SKILLWERK do for you? Small science often means big problems - emerging technologies like nanotechnologies often present organizations with a significant amount of research and development (R&D) headaches. Engaging with Skillwerk allows organizations to collaborate with skilled experts around the world to achieve innovative solutions to complex, nanotechnology-related research and development problems. Skillwerk’s approach means that such solutions can be obtained faster and more cost-effectively by accessing a vast global network of proven innovators and leading scientists who are experts in their respective fields. Skillwerk is an innovation platform that facilitates the accelerated development and commercialization of technology solutions. Our expertise and focus is on new and emerging technologies such as nanotechnology, biotechnology, information and communications technology (ICT), artificial intelligence (AI), or robotics, as well as the convergence of these technologies. Skillwerk offers resources for both sides of a solution. It allows • •

organizations to collaborate with skilled experts around the world to achieve innovative solutions to complex, technology-related research and development problems; innovators to showcase their already developed solutions - concepts, products, facilities - to interested parties that could buy, license or help commercialize them.

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You are an organization that needs help with developing a solution • • •

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Skillwerk allows you to collaborate with skilled experts and solution providers around the world to achieve innovative solutions to complex, technology-related research and development (R&D) problems. The Skillwerk network of experts (SkillMasters) includes the leading scientists and researchers worldwide in emerging technologies like nanotechnologies, synthetic biology, or biotechnologies. For you as an innovating organization, Skillwerk is an external global network of specialists you can turn to on an as-needed basis for help with research and development problems, from materials to processes and beyond. Skillwerk helps you to find uniquely prepared minds and potentially already existing solutions to solve your toughest R&D problems without putting additional pressure on your limited internal resources. Skillwerk helps you stay innovative and competitive without adding fixed cost to your R&D base and by widening your access to scientific and research in an unprecedented way.

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No matter where you are based geographically, Skillwerk allows you to apply your skills and expertise to scientific and technical problems that organizations around the world need solutions to. There is no lengthy approval process as for grant applications; no need to enter into employment contracts and give up your independence; no need to actively find project work. With Skillwerk the opportunities come to you. It’s up to you what project you work on. It is your choice when you want to work and how you want to work. Organizations that post some of their R&D problems on Skillwerk are looking to find uniquely qualified experts like you to solve a very specific, and maybe unique, problem that they are having difficulty with internally. If you find a Task in the Skillwerk database that you believe you have the right skills to solve – go for it! Sign up, reserve your private work space, develop a solution, and earn the award.

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While it is true that innovation is the engine that drives the worldwide economy, there is a long way from innovation to commercialization. The big challenge for innovators is how to sell, license or commercialize their intellectual property. The big challenge for companies, especially smaller ones, is how to market their novel enabling technologies or leverage their unique production facilities. For them, the Skillwerk Solution Showroom is their window to the world. On the other hand, the Skillwerk Solution Showroom is a great location for innovating companies to locate certain technologies or products needed to advance and complete projects.

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Contact our Support Hotline at +44 (0) 1740 625 732 Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) All other times please call +1 (415) 315 9479 or skype us (Skype name: skillwerk)

Skillwerk Ltd The Centre for Process Innovation PETEC Thomas Wright Way NETPark, Sedgefield, County Durham TS21 3FG United Kingdom

Check your details! Is your listing accurate? If your listing is inaccurate please contact us. You can update your information by emailing keith.robson@uk-cpi.com or alternatively via www.nanocentral.eu where you can list/amend on-line. Or you can fill in the form below and either fax it to us on 01740 625 763 or by post to: Dr Keith Robson Business Development Director NanoCentral The Centre for Process Innovation PETEC Thomas Wright Way NETPark Sedgefield Co Durham TS21 3FG

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NanoPerspective® The definitive resource guide to nanotechnology and nanomaterials

The NanoPerspective® Resource Guide from NanoCentral® is the definitive source for Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials contacts. It is the prime listing publication for all organisations within the global nanotechnology supply chain, ranging from research through product development to manufacture and supply, plus ancillary services such as legal, IP consultancy and business finance. It is, in short, the “who’s who” of the nanotechnology sector. The first issue of NanoPerspective®, published Spring 2010, included a comprehensive classified listing of over 1000 prime organisations, together with an A-Z of a further 1500 organisations, driving forward this important sector. This was supplemented by informative market focused editorials reflecting the diverse range of commercial sectors within this growing industry. The Spring 2010 edition of NanoPerspective® was mailed out to over 3000 targeted organisations and foremost decision makers in the Nanotechology industry, predominantly in Europe. A further 500 copies were distributed to delegates and visitors to NanoMaterials2010, NanoCentral’s annual conference, which provides the premier business to business forum in Europe for nanotechnology and nanomaterials companies. Pleasingly, the response to the first edition of NanoPerspective® has been uniformly extremely positive and it has quickly become a valued resource for all nanotechnology practitioners. This, the second annual edition, extends NanoPerspective®‘s European coverage by the addition of a further 600 contacts. Going forward, NanoPerspective® will enhance its coverage of the US and then APAC.

NanoPerspective® offers practical and unique marketing opportunities to promote product and services to the nanotechnology and nanomaterials markets worldwide. It is the medium of choice to connect with the lucrative nano world. To advertise please contact John Neilson on: dd: 0191 478 83 36 e: john.neilson@distinctivepublishing.co.uk Location: Distinctive Publishing Ltd, 8th Floor, Aidan House, Sunderland Road, Gateshead NE8 3HU. www.distinctivepublishing.co.uk To upgrade your entry, or indeed to list for the first time, please visit the NanoCentral website www.nanocentral.eu and click on NanoPerspective.

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INSCX™ The Integrated Nano-Science & Commodity Exchange

What are we? Launched in Europe and the United States in October 2010, INSCX™ (the Integrated Nano-Science & Commodity Exchange) is a commodity exchange established to physically trade accredited, compliant and validated nanomaterials and nano-enabled products, as well as traditional commodities (grains, metals, minerals and products). INSCX™ (http:// inscx.com) is based in the United Kingdom and has satellite operations in the United States and Asia. The exchange is the focal point of the emerging world trade in nanomaterials, a trade that will be crucial to continuing world prosperity in the 21st century. The opening of INSCX™ means that, for the first time, nanomaterials will be traded in the same way as other goods where purchasers are assured of quality and competitive prices, while suppliers are provided with surety of demand and the financial tools and trade flexibilities needed to respond. Why are we here? INSCX™ places nanomaterials on a par with existing established materials and commodities through provision of cost-effective tools to enable organic growth. These materials also have had to overcome familiar obstacles including capital limitations, lack of generally agreed material specifications, volume uncertainties and limited availability of development capital. INSCX™ simply follows the historical support legacy of commodity 24 success through nanomaterials

exchanges established in the 19th century for metals, grains and oils by providing the nanomaterials industry with the tools necessary to increase the tradeability of this broad suite of innovative materials. The origins of such commodity exchanges were commercial not financial, first formed by metals foundries and grain farmers seeking more efficient trade processes capable of meeting increased societal demand for metals and foodstuffs. These commercial, as opposed to financial origins, remain with us today and underline the distinct difference between a commodity exchange and a financial market exchange. Supporting Suppliers and Promoting Growth INSCX™ will provide supplier access to trade finance and develop uptake of nanomaterials, whilst promoting nanomaterial SHE via accreditation to standards devised by AssuredNano®. The overall objective is to enable both commerce and society to benefit from nanomaterials trading, whilst ensuring observance of quality standards, agreed material specifications and trading integrity. Assurances to Buyers Purchasers of nanomaterials benefit from generally agreed material specifications, price transparency and guaranteed supply. They are also fully insured against unforeseen commercial and/or political difficulty.

What is needed? To develop, nanomaterials industry needs to: 1. Create the generally agreed material standards expected by the purchasing community. INSCX™ promotes this via the guarantee of material quality, SHE compliance, trade integrity and the aggregation of buyers. 2. Access to structured capital. INSCX™ provides access to trade finance. Why get involved? There are many reasons why nanomaterials suppliers and purchasers should get involved with INSCX™. These include: 1. Trading Standards – INSCX™ offers the ability to provide potential buyers of nanomaterials with the very same standards they demand of existing materials, namely price transparency, quality/supply assurance, commercial insurance and trade flexibility, including the ability to procure materials on a cash forward basis. 2. Health & Safety Standards – INSCX™ exchange offers nanomaterials suppliers and downstream users of nanomaterials the ability to use the exchange process to become Nanomaterials SHE accredited without undue financial burden. Through agreements with the scheme’s global provider, AssuredNano® www.assurednano.eu, any supplier or downstream user of nanomaterials may graduate toward full SHE accreditation without having to commit initial capital. 3. Regulation – INSCX™ exchange is a process to deliver self-regulation within nanomaterials providing regulatory bodies with a working template on which to base potential legislation. Participation means in effect the creation of an industry voice to communicate with official bodies. 4. Market Development - INSCX™ will provide a true assessment of the economic value of nanomaterials, enabling the global investment community to value nanomaterials as a collective industry based on factual evidence of trade flows.

How to get involved INSCX™ is open to any supplier and/or downstream user of nanomaterials, advanced materials, nano-enabled and more traditional commodities domiciled anywhere across the globe. The procedure to get involved is simple. First register with INSCX™ exchange. Registration provides access to other exchange services and of course retail access to view the live electronic trade platform for placing formal trade instructions. Contact: dd: + 44 203 137 5187 e: info@inscx.com Exchange representatives are there to guide you through the process. Second open a Commercial Trade Account with an approved member firm of the exchange. Your nominated Broker is there to advise you about how to use the exchange to procure and/or supply materials. Annual registration costs to supply and/or source materials from the exchange are fixed at UK GBP £550 per annum renewed annually for £250 thereafter. For any trade you make using the exchange your broker will charge a commission at levels fixed by the rules and regulations of INSCXTM exchange. Trade costs (clearing, contract lot turn, broker commissions, insurance, inspection and accreditation) on INSCXTM are competitive with those levied by the world’s major commodity markets. http://trading.inscx.com

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The Open Polymer MNT University

The Centre for Polymer Micro & Nano Technology

Micro and nano-moulding processes allow large volume production of high valueadded components for lucrative markets. The Research and Knowledge Transfer (RKT) Centre for Polymer Micro and Nano Technology (Polymer MNT) is a new facility within the world-class Polymer IRC at the University of Bradford. The Centre allows access to equipment and expertise required for companies of all sizes to develop a successful micro or nano-scale surface feature moulding process.

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Micro and nano-moulding Recent advances in micro and nanotechnology are realising devices with a huge range of applications in the telecommunications, medical, and automotive sectors. This demand has led to the emergence of micro injection moulding (micro-moulding), which offers all the benefits of conventional injection moulding, such as high production capacity at low marginal cost, as an optimum technique for micro-component manufacture.

n Rondol High Force 5 n MILC (twin screw compounding/micro-moulding)

Customer focused R&D Polymer MNT can help customers develop new and improved micro and nano-components in a range of materials through access to expertise in bespoke design processes and state-of-the-art equipment in a world leading research centre. The combination of internationally leading research expertise in polymer rheology and process characterisation, collaborative networks, and cutting edge equipment makes Polymer MNT unique in the field of polymer micro and nanotechnology. Services offered include:

n Atomic Force Microscopy (DI Dimension 3100, Multimode) n Optical profilometry (Wyko NT1100) n Nano-indenting (Hysitron Triboscope) n Nano-DMA (Hysitron) n Scanning Electron Microscopy

n Materials preparation and characterisation n Process optimisation n Tool design n Product characterisation n Proof of concept and low volume manufacture

Polymer MNT has worked with both new and established companies, and with small to large multinational corporations. Examples of technologies Polymer MNT have developed include micro surgical implants, tools for keyhole surgery, and automotive components. The Centre The Centre has an extensive range of processing equipment specifically designed for micro and nano-moulding activities, including: n 3 Battenfeld Microsystem 50 micro-moulding machines n 2 Fanuc 2000i Roboshots

In addition, the Centre has a dedicated characterisation laboratory offering a range of measurement capabilities to ensure 100% inspection quality. Examples of techniques used for assessing the shape and mechanical properties of micro-moulded components and surface features include:

Working with Polymer MNT Polymer MNT has the flexibility to offer a range of project lengths, from a few days exploratory work to long-term research partnerships. They will discuss your needs, produce a proposal, prepare a contract for the agreed work, and keep you in touch with project updates. For further information contact: Dr Paul Reay Business Development Manager The Centre for Polymer Micro and Nano Technologyâ&#x20AC;¨ School of Engineering, Design and Technology EDT 8 University of Bradford Bradford West Yorkshire BD7 1DP UK Tel.: 01274 233744 E-mail: enquiries@polymer-mnt.brad.ac.uk www.polymer-mnt.brad.ac.uk

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NanoCentral ZnO Case Study Nanomaterials

Nanointermediates

Nanoscale structures in unprocessed form Nanoparticles, nanotubes, quantum dots…

Intermediate products with nanoscale features Nanoparticle dispersions, masterbatches, coatings, fibres & fabrics, electronic and optical components…

Nano-enabled products Finished goods incorporating nanotechnology Cars, clothing, airplanes, computers, consumer electronic devices, packaging…

The system chosen was the dispersion of Zinc Oxide and its incorporation into a clear acrylic film. The companies supporting the case study were Lubrizol Advanced Materials who specialise in the dispersion and stabilisation of nanoparticles, MacDermid Autotype manufacturers of acrylic films incorporating nanoparticles and Intertek MSG whose characterisation expertise finds application across the entire supply chain. Lubrizol Advanced Materials offers over 60 different dispersant systems based upon the Solsperse, Solplus, Ircosperse, Colorburst ranges. Lubrizol’s development labs specialise in applications within coatings, inks and plastics and feature the latest nano bead mills plus twin screw extruders.

Fig 1 Nano-enabled product supply chain

Background The commercial application of nanomaterials is often impeded by technical challenges arising from the quality and consistency of the nanomaterials, their dispersion in formulations and scale-up. As a consequence, NanoCentral co-ordinated the construction of a case study designed to: 1. Exemplify the capability of the extended network of its Providers 2. Establish the baseline for current dispersion technology (bead milling) in order to determine the advantage to be gained by ConCor milling.

Lubrizol’s contribution to the case study was to identify potentially suitable dispersants based on particle and carrier chemistry and then optimise dispersant performance by determining optimum milling conditions. MacDermid Autotype produces coated plastic films for application in displays, solar energy, diagnostics and automotives. MacDermid Autotype’s process is to coat UV cure solvent-free formulations, typically 3-30 microns thick onto polyester, polycarbonate and PMMA films, producing gloss, textured, or structured surfaces with customised properties. Pilot scale facilities are available in addition to full scale processing.

Fig 2 Case study summary

Production Nano ZnO Preparation (range of properties) Johnson Matthey Intrinsiq Materials

Commercial ZnO Sample

• Characterise physical and chemical properties of powders and simple dispersions (TEM, Gas Ads, PSD, XRD) •Compare R&D and Commercial samples Johnson Matthey Intrinsiq Materials Intertek MSG

Disperse in acrylate (optimise) Lubrizol Primary Dispersions University of Liverpool

• Characterise quality of dispersions (PSD, TEM, XRD, Stability) •Compare R&D and Commercial ZnO samples Lubrizol UoL Intertek MSG

Formulate and apply acrylate coatings on plastic films MacDermid Autotype

• Evaluate performance of coated films (durability, UV screening, physical and mechanical properties) •Compare R&D and Commercial ZnO samples MacDermid Autotype Intertek MSG

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MacDermid Autotype’s role was to evaluate the performance of three samples of ZnO dispersion in HDDA received from Lubrizol using a series of model coating formulations prepared containing HDDA, urethane acrylate oligomer and photoinitiator. Formulations were coated onto PET and UV cured using MacDermid Autotype’s standard process to produce final films approximately 5 microns thick containing approximately 6, 16 and 30 weight % ZnO.

The 6 and 16 weight % ZnO films displayed no adverse impact on abrasion resistance however the 30 weight % ZnO films showed decreased abrasion resistance. It was found that ZnO addition generally increased haze (Byk Gardner Haze-Gard Plus) when subjected to environmental testing (condensation and UV ageing on Atlas UVCON and UV Exposure on Heraeus sunlight tester). However, formulations based upon Solplus AX5 gave less haze than those based upon Solsperse 71000.

Intertek MSG offers a large range of characterisation equipment and unique materials expertise. Intertek MSG’s contribution was to characterise the ZnO powder raw material, the ZnO dispersions created by Lubrizol and the ZnO containing films manufactured by MacDermid Autotype.

It was concluded that smaller particle size ZnO dispersions will be required for better optical properties and that co-formulation with organic UV absorbers and stabilisers may be required to optimise weathering performance. Other formulation changes may be necessary to improve abrasion resistance.

Methodology Commercial high purity un-coated ZnO powder (Nanox 200), manufactured by flame spray pyrolysis, was obtained from Elementis Specialties. Typical surface area was quoted as 20m2/g, equivalent to ~55 nm primary particle size. Lubrizol Advanced Materials measured viscosity profiles for potential dispersants and identified the three best performing dispersants from their range as: n Solsperse 28000 (lower polarity polyester comb-type with amine anchor) n Solsperse 71000 (higher polarity polyester comb-type with amine anchor) n Solplus AX5 (acidic anchor alkoxylate chain)

Formulations were optimised using a Scandex / glass bead pre-screen milling process, with final formulations prepared on a WAB RL mill. All dispersions produced had an average particle size <100nm and possessed excellent stability. Fig 4 Disc Centrifuge analysis of dispersions

MacDermid Autotype evaluated the three dispersions produced by Lubrizol Advanced Materials in coated film production. Sample 44 (Solsperse 28000) was immediately rejected because of formulation instability problems when mixed with acrylate oligomer. The remaining dispersions based upon Solsperse 71000 and Solplus AX5 showed good optical properties at the 6 weight % ZnO level. However, films manufactured at the 16 and 30 weight % ZnO levels were slightly hazy to the naked eye. Overall, ZnO addition improved adhesion performance on ageing, although 30 weight % ZnO was required for improvement in pure sunlight testing adhesion.

%Formulations used in WAB Sample Number Zinc Oxide Solsperse 71000 (HPA 56B) Solsperse 28000

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Intertek MSG investigated ZnO particle size within the dispersions created by Lubrizol Advanced Materials via Photon Cross Correlation Spectroscopy (PCCS) and Disc Centrifugation (DC). With PCCS, reproducible data were obtained, with all dispersions very stable to dilution (required for analysis). Mean diameters (by volume) were measured as: n Solsperse 28000 75.2nm n Solsperse 71000 73.0nm n Solplus AX5 90.6nm

Photon Cross Correlation Spectroscopy measures hydrodynamic diameter, which will include a contribution from particle and dispersant. The larger size of the Solplus AX5 dispersed sample compared to the Solsperse 28000 and Solsperse 71000 samples is consistent with differences in the structures of the dispersants. Disc Centrifugation again generated reproducible data. However, smaller mean diameters by volume were obtained compared with those measured by PCCS: n Solsperse 28000 58.9nm n Solsperse 71000 56.8nm n Solplus AX5 55.7nm

Calculated mean diameters by number were measured as: n Solsperse 28000 38.8nm n Solsperse 71000 37.5nm n Solplus AX5 34.9nm

Intertek MSG, Wilton

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DC measures Stokes diameter, which in this case is smaller than the hydrodynamic diameter measured by PCCS, and is relatively consistent across all three samples.

Further Work In order to complete this case study, further work is indicated: n Refine the Lubrizol Advanced Materials bead mill dispersion process

using smaller beads to further reduce particle size distributions

n Substitute ZnO samples prepared by Johnson Matthey and Intrinsiq

Materials for Nanox 200.

n Evaluate novel milling techniques as alternative to bead mill process

(ConCor mill, Primary Dispersions Limited)

Fig 6 TEM on cross sections of 30% ZnO film (Solplus AX5)

Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) of the dried dispersions showed there to be ZnO particles of two distinct types: n Approximately equi-axed nano-particles in the size regime 10-50nm n Platelets sized up to 200nm x 30nm

Fig 8 TEM of Johnson Matthey R&D ZnO

In the platelets, ZnO crystallography showed variable orientation Acknowledgement With respect to the coatings, little ZnO aggregation was observed in application coatings (Solsperse 71000 and Solplus AX5), although some nanoparticle chains were evident. Within the coatings the particles sit in partial monolayers at the interfaces with substrate and air; platelets tended to be aligned parallel to the interface. This effect may be detrimental to adhesion of the films to the substrate, but confer enhanced scratch resistance. Overall Conclusions n ZnO is well dispersed in both the dispersions and coated films n Particle size measurements using various techniques correlate well and show mean particle sizes in the 30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 90nm range n Crystallite sizes correlate well with particle size n Particle size distributions need to be further reduced to improve optical properties (haze) n Larger platelet morphology probably results in major contribution to haze n Platelet alignment at the substrate-film interface may adversely affect adhesion n Platelet alignment at the film-air interface may enhance scratch resistance

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Gregory Brown and Ian Maxwell Lubrizol Limited, PO Box 42, Hexagon Tower, Blackley Manchester M9 8ZS

Nigel Holmes and Steve Abbott Grove Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 7BZ

MSG Bill Meredith, Mervyn Shannon, Steve Norvel and Ian Priestnall Intertek Measurement Science Group, Wilton Centre, Wilton, Redcar TS10 4RF

ARTIS Materials Research and Development

Artis is a dedicated facility set up to provide materials and process expertise to the Polymer industry. Formed from the Materials Development Centre of Avon Rubber Plc it is uniquely placed to offer expertise in the development of elastomer based materials and their processing and manufacture. ARTIS does also have expertise in many materials including inorganic elastomers (silicone), PU, TPE’s, TPV’s and other thermoplastic and thermoset polymers.

available for quantifying the imagery from both techniques. Ideal for quantifying macro and micro dispersion. Chemical analysis using DSC,TGA, FTIR, Visible Light, GC, GCMS, TLC – for composition and chemical transitions n

Dynamic Mechanical Analysis using Triton DMA for dynamic properties as a function of strain, frequency, and temperature. n

Mechanical Testing using tension, compression, bending, peel, tear, etc also Abrasion and “Cutting and Chunking” evaluation. n

MATERIAL DEVELOPMENT & COMPOUNDING ARTIS can offer a wide of range of compounding services with mixers of 60cc and 1.6L and facilities for downstream processing, calendering, moulding and extrusion. The 60 cc mixer can be used for thermoplastic compounding. Both mixers are fully instrumented to provide comprehensive data regarding the mixing process. We have vast experience of compound development for elastomeric formulations and a database of over 25,000 compounds in most available polymers.

CHARACTERISATION & ANALYSIS We have a range of characterisation techniques available including : Shear and capillary flow rheological measurements, including direct measurement of lubrication effects in shear, and rubber / metal interactions during cure. n

Standard Rubber QC testing for cure and flow – Mooney and MDR n

Microscopy of samples using both optical and scanning electron microscopes. SEM has EDX with light element capability, and elemental mapping. Image analysis is n

Ageing of samples in a wide range of environments, including Ozone and UV, swelling and permeation measurement n

COLLABORATION & RESEARCH ARTIS has been involved in a number of collaborative research programmes funded by Government and is willing and able to join in consortia bidding for research programmes supported by UK Government, MOD, DOD, and EU.

For further information please contact: ARTIS, Hampton Park West, Semington Road Melksham, wiltshire, SN12 6NB, UK Tel: +44 (0)1225 896500 Fax: +44 (0)1225 896501 www.artis.uk.com info@artis.uk.com

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CAN GmbH Welcome to the Center for Applied Nanotechnology

CAN GmbH offers companies and research institutions contract research and development services in the area of nanotechnology and participates in national and international research programs. The focus of our activities is the utilization of new findings in chemical nanotechnology and nanoanalysis especially in the areas of consumables, specialty polymers and health care. Our main areas of expertise apart from the characterization of nanostructures are the production of many nanoparticulate and nanocomposite materials, encapsulation of active ingredients as well as development of nanoparticlebased biological and medical markers. CANdot® Series A fluorescent nanoparticles covering the visible wavelength range from 480 to 620 nm. Soluble in nonpolar organic solvents like hexane, chloroform or toluene these particles have a narrow size distribution and are therefore characterized by narrow fluorescence bands and high photostability. An innovative, patent-protected production process allows production even of larger amounts of nanoparticles at a much lower cost than before. Another advantage over previous production processes is the very good reproducibility of particle properties. CANdot® Series M - Series M contains ferromagnetic and paramagnetic nanoparticles based on the magnetic properties of iron and gadolinium. CANdot® Series X - UV- and IR-excitable nanoparticles: fluorescence in the VIS, NIR and IR range BaSOlute - Nanoparticles as lattice material for doping, additive for paints, x-ray contrast agent Through our close association with Hamburg’s universities and research institutions CAN GmbH has access to a large regional network of internationally outstanding scientists in the nanosciences, nanotechnology and life sciences as well as to an excellent array of instruments that is stateof-the art internationally. CAN GmbH is not interested merely in working with partners in Hamburg but rather gives priority to national and global economic and scientific aspects of current and future collaborations. Establishment of CAN GmbH as a Public Private Partnership created the organization needed to allow professional processing of R & D orders in close cooperation with universities. Started with a core team that now numbers 27, CAN GmbH will increase its staff to about 50 in the next few years. CAN GmbH was founded in November 2005 as a joint venture by the Free and Hansestadt Hamburg, the University of Hamburg and well-known industrial enterprises which have combined to form a sponsor association. Among the members of the association, which is open to other companies, are Beiersdorf AG, Eppendorf AG, Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH, Evotec Technologies GmbH and Nanogate AG as well as the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce and the Hamburger Sparkasse. Products: Nanoparticles All nanoparticles offered by CAN GmbH are produced according to standard synthesis procedures and meet established criteria. We ensure this especially by accurate monitoring of particle size and structure. Up to one hundred grams per batch can be produced depending on the material. The following material systems are available: 32 success through nanomaterials

Cosmetics Manipulation of nanostructures formed by self-organization of polymer chains is one of the main fields of interest within CAN GmbH. In-house development of thickeners for water and oil based personal care cosmetic products has already been done.

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Furthermore, in polymeric based nanostructures (e. g. micelles and vesicles) drugs, nutrients, dyes and flavors can be encapsulated and used as carrier systems. For this purpose biocompatible homo and block copolymers are routinely synthesized and characterized within CAN GmbH. CAN GmbH knowledge in the field of nanoparticle and polymer synthesis, their modification and combining opens up large opportunities for developing special nanoparticle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; polymer based systems. The special procedures developed within CAN GmbH enable the nanoparticle surface modification and variation of their properties in such a manner that they can be used for different systems. Such systems will be specially developed for applications in personal care products, e. g. deodorants and hair care products. CAN-Life CAN GmbH is developing various standardized in vitro toxicity assays for nanoparticles. A key feature is the systematic variation of nanoparticle size, shape and surface properties and determination of the respective influence on interactions with human tissue models. CAN GmbH has therefore established test facilities with a variety of cell lines from the skin, respiratory system and bowel. The experimental setup also includes advanced confocal microscopy techniques as well as automated screening and electron microscopy imaging. This research area also includes the generation of a database to allow the correlation of biological features (e. g. toxicity and cellular uptake) with physico-chemical particle properties. Ultimately, the combination of broad synthetic expertise and the generated biological data will lead to a straightforward development, such as innovative nanoparticlebased biomedical markers for molecular targeting.

CAN-Capsules CAN GmbH is developing systems based on polymers for the encapsulation of water-soluble and water-insoluble compounds. For this purpose CAN GmbH focuses on the formation of micellar structures of amphiphilic block copolymers and the preparation of colloidally solved homopolymer nanoparticles and nanocapsules. Beside the development of carrier systems for drug delivery the encapsulation of magnetic and fluorescent nanoparticles for diagnostic applications is an important topic in this business field. Amphiphilic block copolymers n Formation of micelles or vesicles in aqueous solution via self aggregation n Encapsulation of water-soluble and water-insoluble compounds n Various polymers available: e. g. PLA-PEO, PCL-PEO, PI-PEO, PB-PEO,

P2VP-PEO

n Functionalization of polymer end groups for further coupling Reactions

Homopolymer particles and capsules n Stable dispersions of water-insoluble homopolymer particles with active ingredients embedded in the matrix n Colloidal solved homopolymer capsules filled with liquid water-insoluble agents n Various polymers obtainable: e. g. PCL, PLA, epoxides, acrylates n Particle size <200 nm with narrow size distribution www.can-hamburg.de

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CPI The Centre for Process Innovation From innovation to commercialisation

About the Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) The Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) is a national technology innovation centre offering market and technology expertise along with cutting-edge development assets to help its public and private sector clients’ build and prototype the next generation of products, processes and services quickly and efficiently, and with minimal risk. CPI is a company limited by guarantee. CPI has designed and established national technology centres in Printable Electronics and Sustainable Processing. The Centres are equipped with development laboratories, prototyping facilities and pilot plants that enable clients to prove and scale up processes from the laboratory stage through to commercial reality. There are commercially experienced scientists and engineers on site to offer their expertise and guidance. CPI also offers a multi-disciplined team who work together on project management, investment and market opportunities to ensure each business fulfils its potential. They are the only open-access Centres of their kind in the UK with such an extensive combination of equipment and specialist knowledge. CPI has designed an environment that fits the needs of companies whatever their size and demands and consistently delivered customers requirements, on time and to budget. The CPI business model The CPI business model has already delivered substantial benefits to the UK by matching the development needs of business with CPI’s assets and technology expertise. The CPI business-led approach: n Conduct market analysis with customers that have technology or a defined

market need n Set-up a team of technology, market and commercial professionals to

design a set of assets to meet those development demands n Secure a combination of private and public investment to build and operate testing facility n Help private companies of all size access these assets and deliver intelligence to help those companies deliver with insight n Companies then invest their own funds to take the technology to market

Our current markets include: n Printable Electronics CPI is home to the National Printable Electronics Centre (PETEC) where experimental processes are turned into manufacturable products. It targets barrier coatings, advanced material deposition processes, printable electronic materials, printable circuits for high-resolution display and smart packaging applications, solid-state lighting and organic photovoltaics. n Advanced Manufacturing CPI is home to the National Industrial Biotechnology Facility (NIBF), the Industrial Biotechnology Demonstrator Facility (IBDF) and the Anaerobic Digestion Development Centre (ADDC). Markets served include energy, high value chemicals, carbon capture and pharmaceuticals.

The Process Industries CPI was set-up in April 2004 to address innovation in the process industries which is a major and key industry sector for the UK’s future. The importance of the UK’s processing sector and, therefore, our role in it, is clearly illustrated by the fact that processing has been the UK’s fastest growing sector over the last ten years, growing at an average rate of 2.6 per cent per annum and is now worth £70bn to the national economy. North East England’s contribution is around 25 per cent of this national total, representing 30 per cent of the North East’s industrial base. The importance of process innovation is highlighted even further by the global thrust to reduce emissions – the EU target is to achieve 20% lower than 1990 levels by 2020 and the UK target is 50% by 2050. These targets cannot be met without major changes to technology, legislation and behaviour. www.uk-cpi.com 34 success through nanomaterials

CPI Facilities From innovation to commercialisation

The National Industrial Biotechnology Facility (NIBF) The National Industrial Biotechnology Facility (NIBF) is a part of CPI’s Sustainable Processing Centre and is designed to help companies of all sizes develop biotech products and processes quickly and cost effectively. We explore alternatives to traditional chemical processing techniques to create cleaner and more sustainable manufacturing processes. NIBF is unique across Western Europe and combines open access testing and scale-up facilities with practical experience and applied knowledge of science and engineering. Opened in 2007, the facility can develop biotechnological processes from 1 litre to 10 tonnes. Our clients use NIBF to de-risk product and process development. By exploring and optimising processes, we are able to calculate the most cost effective combination of materials; process steps and sequences; and the equipment needed to manufacture profitably. Consequently, clients minimise all risk of investing in the wrong capital equipment, using inefficient processes or facing unexpected costs. These facilities are located at CPI’s Head Office in Redcar, Tees Valley. Companies wishing to access the NIBF call Sophie Walton, Business Manager on +44 (0) 642 455340 www.uk-cpi.com

The National Printable Electronics Centre (PETEC) The Printable Electronics Technology Centre (PETEC) is CPI’s design, development and prototyping facility in Printable Electronics. Partnerships PETEC provides contract R&D support and strategic partnerships to assist organisations in realising delivery of their technological targets. PETEC’s initial focus is in printable semiconductor technology (products, processes, and materials) for Organic Thin Film Transistors (OTFT) for displays, Organic Photovoltaics (OPV) for green energy production, and integrated smart systems. Product, Process, and Applications Development For organisations looking to prove and prototype their products and processes up to pre-production scale, PETEC provides access to state of the art Printable Electronics equipment and materials with the option of commercial support from industry experts to assist with applications development and commercialisation. Facilities and Materials Taking advantage of PETEC’s state of the art deposition, patterning, and printing equipment leads to faster, more efficient development and production enabling clients to enter new markets quickly with minimal risk. PETEC can accelerate new product development by providing access to proven performance conducting, semiconductor, resistive materials and inks. These facilities are based on two sites: Sedgefield, County Durham and CPI’s Head Office Redcar, Tees Valley. For further information call Dawn Robinson on +44 (0) 1740 NanoPerspective™ 35

CPI Spin Out Companies From innovation to commercialisation

CPI – An innovation led culture CPI Enterprises Limited has been specifically set-up to nurture early-stage, technology-based, spin-out companies emanating from within CPI.

Assured Nano Process and product assurance for the nanomaterials industry

Seven [7] technology start-up companies have been established – which are either wholly owned by CPI or joint ventures.

Nuformix Co-crystal production. Operating business serving pharmaceutical and high value chemicals business

Primary Dispersions Ltd Nano dispersions and master batches Biosource Novel reactor technology for aerobic and anaerobic reactions

POLYPHOTONIX Fuel Cell Solutions Limited Supplier of Fuel Cell Systems

Polyphotonix Organic LED lighting products

Investors interested in CPI’s portfolio companies contact Graham Hillier on +44 (0)1642 455340 www.uk-cpi.com

anaerobicenergy Anaerobic Energy Limited (AEL) Commercial anaerobic digestion project development, design, build and operate company

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CPI Economic Support Projects From innovation to commercialisation

CPI Managed Local and national business support services CPI further strengthens its proposition to customers through its ability to offer targeted business support services aimed at addressing specific issues faced by early-stage companies and SMEs wishing to develop new products and access new markets. These support services – delivered by highly experienced specialists - provide clients with access to training, an

international network of potential new business partners, European funding sources and new markets. Economic Projects are managed by CPI and partly funded by regional, national and European funding agencies.

RENEW Endeavouring to place the North East at the forefront of the UK’s low carbon and sustainable energy drive via the facilitation and delivery of commercial energy and environmental technology projects in the North East.

Innovation Accelerator provides incubator facilities and support for new businesses in the process industries sector in the Tees Valley.

North East Sustainability Resources Board (NESRB) Established to help the North East improve its recycling and reuse capability.

Nanocentral Driving positive commercialisation of nanomaterials, an alliance of organizations providing access to a broad range of leading edge technologies, equipment and services.

Enterprise Europe Network Helping regional companies build partnerships, develop products and services and secure finance for R&D and innovation, we are the North East’s division of ‘European Enterprise Network’.

NanoKTN Facilitating the transfer of knowledge and experience between industry and research, offering companies dealing in smallscale technology access to information on new processes, patents, funding and industry regulation, with access to the UK’s world class micro and nano technology sector.

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Teesside University Sensing the need for innovation

Teesside University’s Science 2 Business (S2B) Hub, an industry-led partnership that drives to create projects and innovative solutions for ‘science using’ small to medium enterprises (SMEs), is helping to support companies through a project part financed by the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund 2007-13. One such company is Electrochemical Sensor Technology (EST) Ltd, an SME based in County Durham, who provide expertise in the research, development, design and manufacture of high quality electrochemical sensors. With a chemical sensor development facility they also provide a range of electrochemical testing services. EST recently introduced a new portable sensor to measure ammonium ions (NH4+) dissolved in liquids. The sensor offers significant technical and commercial advantages and uses a disposable sensor probe for each measurement. The probe deposits a noble metal via screen printing onto a ceramic substrate, whilst the meter provides a measurement range of 0 to 50 ppm wt/vol ammonium ions in solution (NH4+).

Blank screen printed noble metal electrode

Following initial contact with the S2B Hub at their Functional Polymers event, EST realised the potential of collaborating with the Hub to investigate the effect of mechanical and electrochemical polishing of screen printed electrodes.

Screen printed electrodes were used for the detection of analyte’s from drinking water and dilute ammonia solution. The sensor was used to characterise a number of noble metal electrodes. Optical microscopy was used for visual surface characterisation and determination of the noble metal nanoparticle distribution in the electrode before and after mechanical and electrochemical polishing. Activity of the electrode is predominately dependent on the printed active area available for electrochemical detection. To measure reproducibility the active area of the electrode was evaluated using the Randles-Sevcik equation. Mechanical/electrochemical polishing generally restores/improves the activity of composite electrochemical sensors and biosensors enhancing sensitivity and activating the active electrode area to offer reproducible and stable electrochemical detection. The experiments demonstrated a high level of repeatability and robustness of the electrode after several repeated measurements, with only negligible decrease in current. Dr John Dobson, Technical Director of EST, said, ‘As a result of the successful laboratory-based activity, further collaboration with Teesside University is planned to research and develop screen printed electrodes for other sensor applications’. To find out how the S2B Hub could help with your company’s technological and innovation needs contact s2b@tees.ac.uk or visit www.tees.ac.uk/s2b.

ESTAPAS portable sensor

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Nano is crucial to economic growth We all know that innovation is the successful commercialisation of new ideas and that innovation is crucial to economic growth. It is also true to say that innovation is an international issue; investors, partners, markets are both home and overseas.

When it comes to innovation, there is no doubt that UK nanoscience and nanotechnology is world class and it here that UK innovation shines. Nanotechnology enabled products and processes impact virtually all sectors and show promise for new markets with disruptive innovation. This is why nanotechnology is crucial to economic growth and attractive for investors. So how do we accelerate UK innovation to economic advantage? Maintaining visibility is critical. Cutting overheads, freezing wages, headcount reductions may all be deemed necessary in certain circumstances but without maintaining visibility new investment, new partners and new customers will be near impossible to secure; the world will not beat a path to your door! So what’s the answer? Some help is available: UK Trade & Investment From an international perspective, part of the answer might be to engage with UK Trade & Investment. UK which works with UK companies to ensure their success in international markets by helping to find investors, partners and customers. UKTI also encourages overseas owned companies to look to the UK as their global partner of choice.

n UKTI Technology World which from 2005 to 2009 was essentially an ICT

trade event developing into a broader UK technology showcase majoring on partnership development.

As we go to press, Technology World 2010 will have just finished (reports can be read at www.technologyworld.uk.com) and plans in development for Technology World 2011 planned for 16/17 Nov 2011. You can log interest here too. Knowledge Transfer Networks Another part of the answer might be to share experiences with other UK nanotechnology companies. The fifteen Technology Strategy Board led Knowledge Transfer Networks build communities and undertake activities to promote the exchange of knowledge and the stimulation of innovation in these communities. Of the twenty four, one is dedicated to the meeting the business development needs of nanotechnology companies; visit www.innovateuk.org and navigate to ‘Delivering Innovation’ to join your KTN community. The Nanotechnology KTN charter is “Supporting innovation and knowledge transfer in the UK nanotechnology sector”

In the UK nanotechnology community many companies have accelerated their international business growth with support from UKTI. In particular, Nanoco, Intrinsiq, NanoSight, Applied NanoDetectors, Thomas Swan, NanoFactory, Promethean Particles and many more have all benefited through international events, outward missions and publicity. Some useful information on how to work with UKTI can be found at www.ukti.gov.uk

Accelerating innovation is key to national and industry growth. This cannot be achieved without generating and maintaining visibility of your capability. Both UKTI and the KTN are very successful business development resources for you to take advantage of.

One major UKTI event is Technology World. This is a two day event built on the integration of two very successful and well established UKTI led events:

David Sharp UK Trade & Investment Science & Innovation Specialist david.sharp@uktispecialist.com

n UK Nano & Emerging Technologies Forum which, from 2004 to

2009, was an annual event showcasing UK innovation to an international audience. This was aimed at early stage companies aiming to secure trade and investment opportunities from overseas. NanoPerspective™ 39

Making a material difference

The exciting new thinking that is nano-technology begins with a completely different way of looking at materials, a method of exploring their properties and coming up with revolutionary uses. Researchers in the field have also long realised that they key to success is to rule out nothing. At its heart of this rapidly developing science is the ability to control materials and devices at the atomic and molecular level, an approach that is enabling truly remarkable breakthroughs. Not for nothing is it being described in some quarters as the new industrial revolution. Ranging from clothing that can detect illness before its wearer even feels unwell to airplane wings that can seal their own cracks, nanotechnology offers much promise for the future. The reason such ideas are being constantly developed is that thinking about materials on the nano-scale brings about a new way of viewing things. Scientists are discovering ever more ways in which materials behave differently at very small scales. Materials reduced to the nanoscale can show different properties compared to the macroscale. For example, opaque substances can become transparent, stable materials can turn combustible and insoluble materials can become soluble. Once scientists realised the extent of the changes, they were able to start developing processes and products which performed like nothing seen before. Supporting the work is synthetic chemistry, which has reached the point where it is possible to prepare small molecules for just about any structure, which can used to manufacture a wide variety of chemicals for use in the pharmaceuticals industry, for example, or in manufacturing processes dependent on polymers. 42 success through nanomaterials

The result has been the birth of many new companies and a changing focus for other more established ones. One of the major sectors to benefit has been the computer industry where the use of nano-science has allowed the development of smaller, quicker and more powerful devices. The same is true for the world of hand-held devices, which is advancing at a staggering rate. Medicine has benefited as well because nano-science is allowing for more sophisticated monitoring than ever, allowing doctors to look deep within the body to carry out their analysis. The potential for rapid and more effective diagnosis is what excited the medical sector and is already allowing scientists to develop new cures and treatments. Industry is also benefiting. Nano-science has allowed the development of everything from new-generation lighting to automotive sensors, aircraft technologies to new design disciplines and ways of manufacturing things. Everywhere you look, nano-science is making its mark and changing the world in which we live. It all started with a new way of viewing the basic properties of materials - and one knows where it will end. This is just the beginning. .

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Materials KTN Tackling the rare earth problem

The Materials KTN is undertaking a programme of activities to identify the medium and long-term risks to the supply of scarce raw materials and components to manufacturing and engineering companies in the UK. The ultimate aim is to work with the companies likely to be affected and academic experts to develop mitigating strategies, such as alternative materials, new processing technologies and materials recovery. The issue of materials scarcity has been at the top of EU strategic agenda for some time as most of these materials are widely used in low carbon products, for automation, medical devices and equipment and computers. An expert group created by the European Commission has recently reported on their task to define a common list of critical raw materials, working in close co-operation with member states and stakeholders(1). The report found that fourteen critical raw materials used for high technology products such as mobile phones, laptop computers and clean technologies, such as wind turbines, are in danger of being scarce. They are increasingly used in new technologies but are mined in only a few countries such as China, Russia and Chile. The report analysed 41 different minerals and metals and labelled a raw material as “critical” when the risk of supply shortage and its impacts on the economy and the environment are higher compared with most of the other raw materials On top of the list are rare earth metals (Fig. 1). Like all the materials at risk, they are needed for the manufacture of high technology and low carbon products. For example, neodymium-based magnets are currently the strongest and longest-lasting type of magnet. While around 50 percent of the element is still used in computer hard drives, neodymium is also used in wind turbines and electric motors. The particular issue with rare earths is that around 97% are currently supplied from China and worldwide supplies are now expected to tighten significantly within the next three to five years as demand continues to grow and China restricts the amount it is expected to export. According to Dr Robert Quarshie, Director of the Materials KTN, “despite the obvious global geo-political issues presented by the rare earth metals problem, which definitely needs sorting out by European governments and businesses alike, there are other mitigating measures that can be taken, such as recycling, efficient use of raw materials through better product design and research into substitute materials”. Recycling of permanent magnets Recycling of components containing these scare materials would contribute positively towards a stable supply position. This can be achieved, for example, through reconditioning of useful components to reuse and/or recovery of the scarce materials to use as raw materials in the manufacture of new components. Both will require appropriate technologies and skills which are areas that the Materials KTN has been facilitating (see case study in Box A). For recycling to be an effective solution, the UK will need a much improved infrastructure for collection and segregation of waste. The recent EU report calls for actions to prevent illegal waste exports, further research on how to recycle technically-challenging products and improving collection. The focus of activities for the KTN in 2010/11 includes a series of workshops involving materials producers, product designers and users to review the extent of materials recovery and waste recycling, of these ‘endangered’ raw materials and develop means to tackle the innovations required for the range of scarce materials as prioritised by the European Commission and by the UK supply chain.

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Fig. 1: Mapping of Critical Raw Materials – taken from EU report on critical raw materials(1) http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/policies/raw-materials/critical/index_en.htm

Box A: Processing of Rare Earth Magnet Scraps – A Materials KTN Case Study A recently completed Technology Strategy Board funded project, HyProMS (the Hydrogen Processing of rare earth Magnet Scrap) has demonstrated that the cost of rare earth magnets and the dependency of the UK on imported materials could be reduced by researching and developing a rare earth magnet recycling method. The newly developed process would provide a cost-effective feedstock for magnet manufacture that would make hybrid cars, wind power generators, etc. cheaper, and help to overcome the strategic problems associated with these materials, which are vital to the UK’s climate change and energy reduction agenda. With Technology Strategy Board support and assistance from the Materials KTN, the HyProMS project brought together a top academic group and several companies from the magnet sector. The collaboration between the University of Birmingham Magnetic Materials Group and five SMEs developed the required magnet recycling technology and showed that rare earth magnets could be effectively recycled using a non-melt process with considerable energy savings (90% reduction compared to primary magnet production). According to Bob Blake, the Materials KTN’s technology expert involved with this project, “this TSB supported project has helped to expand knowledge vital to the UK’s future in relation to climate change mitigation as well as providing a springboard for the future industrial exploitation of the recycling of rare earth magnets”.

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Leading experts

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The Science City Research Alliance is a strategic union between the West Midlandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; two leading research Universities: Warwick and Birmingham. One of the aims of this Alliance is to pool academic expertise and capabilities working collaboratively and engaging with business and industry. In this way the Alliance provides unparalleled access to the latest thinking, research and state-of-the-art equipment in science and technology. The Alliance was formed under the Birmingham Science City initiative and has benefited from a multi-million pound investment by Advantage West Midlands and the European Regional Development Fund. The investment has funded joint equipment and research infrastructure at both institutions as well as specialist personnel. The focused themes of the work are Advanced Materials, Energy Futures and Translational Medicine.

Birmingham Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nanotechnology activity began with the establishment of the Nanoscale Physics Research Laboratory in1994, the first centre for nanoscience in the UK. Collaborations now extend into Medicine, Biosciences and Environmental Sciences as well as Chemistry and Engineering. Particular themes of research include nanostructured surfaces, clusters and environmental particles, atomic manipulation, single molecule science and novel instrumentation.

The Advanced Materials project investigates a whole array of materials from their first invention and creation, through single atomic layers, thin films and ultimately to tailor the nanoscale and bulk properties needed for specific innovative applications, developing new materials or testing or transforming the functionality of existing materials and uses.

Warwick University has had an active research focus on the synthesis, study, and application of novel nanostructured materials, including single wall carbon nanotubes, for some time. Research also spans the surface and interface properties of semiconducting materials. These cover a wide spectrum of applications in nanotechnology, precision measurements and micro-systems, imaging, sensor devices and characterisation of surfaces.

We offer analysis, research, and trials services supporting Research & Development. Quality control and process optimisation, as well as a range of academic consultancy services, as the client and the problem requires.

If you think that your business either large or small, could benefit from such world-class knowledge and resources, then contact one of our Business Engagement Managers.

University College London Materials Science and Simulation at UCL

The Industrial Doctorate Centre in Molecular Modelling and Materials Science at University College London (M3S IDC) trains and supports researchers in all areas of computational and experimental materials science. The programme is highly interdisciplinary, with students based in a growing number of UCL science, engineering and biomedical departments. The background of the students is similarly varied, ranging from degrees in the chemical and medicinal sciences to physics, computer science and engineering. Most of the Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s students are recent graduates but others already have significant work experience in industry, but find that doctoral research will broaden their experience and enhance their career prospects. Established in 2005 as a virtual Centre, extensive investment by UCL over the years has provided the M3S IDC with modern training facilities and dedicated research labs to support 10-15 new graduate researchers each year. The four-year programme is targeted at future research leaders in industry, or scientists and engineers who wish to maintain significant links with industry in an academic career. The training covers a broad range of topics, from technical courses on computer modelling techniques and the materials sciences to business development and project management. Professional development, knowledge transfer and responsible innovation are also included to provide the students with a comprehensive set of generic and transferable skills. Research in the Centre focuses on four topical areas: Catalysis and Energy Materials One of the founding research areas in the M3S IDC, catalysis remains a topical field owing both to its sustained sponsorship by a number of companies, including Johnson Matthey and Exxon Mobil, as well as the research expertise in this area within UCL. Present research includes the heterogeneous catalysis of redox processes on transition-metal oxides and supported metal clusters, as well as the design of novel nano-catalysts and microporous composite materials for CO2 conversion and production of chemical feedstock compounds. Energy Materials is a related, but relatively newer area of research, sparked by the growing interest by oil companies and energy providers, as well as a recent confluence within UCL of new and existing expertise in the areas of solid fuel cells, novel materials for hydrogen storage and clean/renewable energy, in addition to ongoing research into energy waste, such as radiation damage containment and CO2 sequestration. Nano-engineering for Smart Materials Design at the nano-level of smart materials, which respond rapidly and often reversibly to changes in their immediate environment, is a highly topical area of research. One application in the M3S IDC is in the response of glass to heat and light, where M3S investigators have teamed up with Pilkington to design self-cleaning and self-cooling window glasses. Other triggers for smart materials include tailored solubility, for example in glasses for slow drug release, and magnetism, all of which areas are represented strongly in UCL and have important industrial applications, e.g. in building design and healthcare applications. Materials for Bio-medical Applications and Pharmaceuticals Bio-materials science is a rapidly expanding field of research within the Centre, with research efforts ranging from the custom-design of massive bone implants, to the development of tailored bio-glasses, magnetic contrast agents and tissue characterization and engineering. Also within 50 success through nanomaterials

the healthcare remit is one of the key problems facing the pharmaceutical industry, namely the large number of possible polymorphs that can exist for any one drug, which may compromise its effectiveness and ultimately can have repercussions for patients and patents. UCL researchers have shown pharma companies that computational structure prediction and experimental testing can successfully screen potential drug polymorphs, before costly manufacturing and in vivo testing need ever take place. Information Technology and Software Engineering Multi-scale modelling, e-science and grid technology is developed within the Centre in collaboration with a number of international developers of computer software, e.g. Accelrys, whereas the design and engineering of materials for the electronics industry has been added more recently to the M3S portfolio, with current research focused on the development of high gate semiconductor devices and highly accurate and sensitive signal detection equipment. Core-funded by the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, external collaborators are invited to part-sponsor individual students to work on topics directly relevant to their own research and development programmes. The external sponsors are involved with the research project from the outset and often provide placements for the student in their own research laboratories. External collaborators of the M3S IDC students vary from large multi-national corporations to medium-sized or start-up companies and national research laboratories.

UCL Industrial Doctorate Centre in Molecular Modelling & Materials Science Doctoral Research in Partnership with Industry

For further information on joining the M3S IDC as a student or external collaborator, please contact Professor Nora de Leeuw on n.h.deleeuw@ucl.ac.uk

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The Cambridge Nanomaterials Technology (CNT) Ltd is a nanomaterials innovation management and nanotechnology consulting company based in Cambridge, England. The CNT Ltd helps companies, academic and government institutions to develop world-class innovative solutions for nanomaterials related R&D and IPR strategy, partnership, products, technologies, funding and markets. The Cambridge Nanomaterials Technology (CNT) Ltd is specialised in carbon nanomaterials R&D consulting and collaborative R&D project management, such as EC FP7 project proposal preparation, exploitation management, consortium and supply chain building. The CNT Ltd could create custom designed project teams of experts from its network of consultants and provide a constant phone and email access to an expert advice and an expert as a part-time member in your team. About Us The CNT Ltd operates through constantly expanding network of expert consultants from industry and academia around the World. Dr. Bojan O. Boskovic is a Founder, Managing Director and Principal Consultant of the company with extensive experience in nanomaterials technology R&D project and team management from industry and academia in the UK and Europe. He is a materials scientist and engineer with more than 10 years of hands-on experience in carbon nanomaterials and composites and extensive network of contacts in the field. Previously, he worked as a CNT R&D Manager at Nanocyl, one of leading carbon nanotube manufacturing companies in Europe. He also worked on carbon nanotube synthesis and applications as a Principal Engineer - Carbon Scientist at Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems, Research Associate at the University of Cambridge and Senior Specialist at The Morgan Crucible PLC. During his PhD at the University of Surrey he invented low temperature carbon nanofibre synthesis method using PECVD. This research was granted a patent, published in Nature Materials and utilised by CNT synthesis equipment manufacturer Surrey Nano Systems. He is a Board member of the British Composites Society and a member of the Steering and Review Group for the Nanotechnology Mini-IGT advising the UK Government on nanotechnology strategy. Services l Consulting and an expert advice related to carbon nanomaterials (carbon nanotubes, carbon nanofibres, graphene ect.) and their production, composites, applications, funding and market. l Management of collaborative R&D projects, such as EC FP7: consortium set-up, project proposal writing; exploitation and dissemination management; leasing with project partners and EU officials. l Advice and support related to development of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; due diligence, invention and protection. l Innovation management and technology transfer related to R&D of novel carbon nanomaterials and composites for aerospace, automotive, sport, construction, electrochemical, electronic and bio-medical applications. l Nanomaterials and nanotechnology related custom made training, seminars and support. l Consulting and advice about innovation, new product strategy and development, proof-of-concept, market and funding. l Acting as a representative and/or reseller of nanomaterials and nanotechnology related products in the UK, Europe or elsewhere by utilising our network of contacts and reputation in the field. l Bridging a gap between academic research and industrial applications of nanomaterials. Contact Us Cambridge Nanomaterials Technology Ltd 14 Orchard Way, Cambourne, Cambridge, CB23 5BN, England, UK Tel: +44(0)1954 710865 Mob: +44(0)7780874335 E-mail: info@CNT-Ltd.co.uk Web: www.CNT-Ltd.co.uk

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The importance of IP to business Knowledge is power, they say. Well in business, knowledge is profits, which is why Intellectual Property (IP) is so crucial in a field like nano-technology where developments occur at a bewildering speed. The winners in the race to the next breakthrough are those companies that know how to protect their ideas. They also realise that the value of IP is the way it can be integrated as part of business strategies, marketing, capital raising and research and development. They are the ones that put IP at the heart of everything that they do. As technology advances so rapidly, more and more businesses are incorporating IP strategies into their business plans, thereby protecting their competitive advantage for today, and ensuring their company’s financial success for tomorrow.

strategy based on a registered trade mark. Or a company may decide that a patent is not worthwhile and that maintaining secrecy and using confidentiality agreements will provide enough time in which to develop brand recognition and develop new products and services. But those agreements need to be properly drawn up. Companies considering the protection of their ideas need to consider a number of points: n Identify all IP issues associated with their business and incorporate them

into the business plan. IP should never be an after-thought. n Check that they really do own all IP used in the business and have the

right to use it. Such checks are vital. Those businesses know that they need to develop a more strategic approach to protecting their IP and better commercially exploiting opportunities as well as being aware of developments made by other firms and organisations on which they can build. Such a comprehensive approach ensures that the development of their ideas is properly managed and well protected.

n Identify key staff involved in developing, maintaining and protecting

Bt IP is a complex business and it is strongly recommended that companies consult a specialist to assist in IP strategies, not least because this is not a ‘one size fits all’ business. The IP challenges vary with each different business.

IP and ensuring that they realise the importance of protecting ideas and products in development. n Educate all staff on the importance of IP to the business and how to protect it. n Consider insuring IP against infringement and also against their accidental infringement of someone else’s IP. n Search the patent, trade mark and design databases, as well as other literature and the Internet, to ensure that ideas are new and that a course of action will not infringe the rights of others.

For instance, a company may need to take out a patent on a new product whereas another firm may need to register a design or develop a branding

Once those steps have been taken, a company can develop its ideas confident that they are protected.

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Nanotechnology Patents

Tim Russell, Partner at D Young & Co LLP reviews recent trends in patent filings.

Patents are important to areas of industry, such as the nanomaterial sector that are reliant on innovation to drive them forward. Patents provide a way of securing financial rewards for those individuals and companies who commit to investing in research and development.

Nanotechnology The number of patent filings can reflect the level of innovative activity experienced in different sectors. In fact, it is now possible to track the number of nanotech related patent applications and a recent OECD report has documented this. Looking back, the number of nanotech related patent applications filed at the European Patent Office (EPO) increased from the middle of the 1980’s to the beginning of the 1990’s and then this trend slowed down until the middle of the 1990’s. However, too much should not be read into this slow growth as over the same period patent filings relating to all technologies followed a similar trend. What happened next is evidence of the growth in the nanotech sector. From the middle of the 1990’s to the middle of the 2000’s, there was a rapid increase in the number of nanotech related patent applications filed at the EPO whereas such a rapid rise was not observed in the average number of overall patent filings. From 1996 to 2002, the average annual growth rate of nanotech patent filings was calculated to be about 15%. 58 success through nanomaterials

The same trends were observed in nanotech related Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) patent filings (i.e. international patent applications). In 1990 a total of 52 PCT applications were classified as relating to “Chemistry – Micro-structural and nanotechnology”. In 2000, the number had risen to 941, and by 2007 it had jumped to 2,617. Similar figures for the subsequent years are not fully available and therefore more recent trends in nanotech related patent filings can only be predicted based on figures available for overall patent filings covering all technologies. A significant factor in recent years has been the recent economic downturn which has had an adverse effect on overall R&D spending and therefore a lower level of overall patent filings would be expected. Two recent reports appear to confirm we have already seen a decrease in overall patent activity!

Worldwide The first report published by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) details the numbers of patent filings around the world each year. Some of the data makes interesting reading. The report initially focuses on the recent trend from the early 2000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, where there has been a steady increase in the number of patent applications filed year-by-year. The rate of growth has varied from region to region, country to country, however all parts of the world have experienced rates of growth. However, although the total number of patent applications filed across the world increased by 2.6% in 2008, compared to 2007 this represented the lowest growth rate since the early 2000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when the dot-com crisis adversely affected patent filing numbers. In fact, a more detailed analysis of the data relating to 2008 suggests that the figures for 2008 could have been a lot worse if it had not been for the substantial growth in patent filings observed in China (+18.2%). For example, in 2008 no growth in the number of patent filings was observed in the US, and a decline in patent filings was observed in Japan (-1.3%) and South Korea (-1.1%). In view of this, it is conceivable had China not witnessed such a significant rise, the total number of patent filings would have actually declined. Perhaps inevitably, a decline did occur the next year. In 2009, the final data (when available) is expected to show an overall decrease in worldwide patent filings. This provisional analysis is based on data obtained from the nine patent offices with the most patent applications filed per year. The total number of patent applications filed at these nine offices fell by 2.9% in 2009. Most badly affected was the Japanese Patent Office which experienced a 10.8% decrease. European countries included in the report also experienced significant drops in patent filing activity. Germany, the UK and France witnessed 4.5%, 3.9% and 3.6% decreases respectively. The report also highlights a similar reduction in PCT applications. The total number of PCT applications filed in 2009 fell by 4.5%, compared to 2008, largely due to a drop in US resident applications. In fact, the US accounted for three-quarters of the total drop.

Again, China bucked this trend. The number of Chinese originating PCT applications actually grew (8.5%). Europe A second report also highlighted a downward trend in European patent activity. The number of overall patent applications filed at the EPO in 2009 fell for the first time in 20 years: an 8% drop from 146,600 applications filed in 2008 to 135,000 applications filed in 2009. The EPO report also describes the origin (by country) of the applications filed. There are some interesting variations. Within Europe, Germany was once again the most prolific filer of European patent applications (18.7% of the total), followed by France with 6.6%. In contrast, the UK contributes only 3.6% of the total number behind both the Netherlands (5%) and Switzerland (4.4%). Perhaps worryingly, whilst all European countries filed less patent applications in 2009 than in 2008, the percentage drop was greater in the UK than in comparison to each of France, Switzerland and Sweden. Does this put UK companies at a competitive disadvantage? From countries outside Europe, the top filer of European patent applications is still the United States who account for 24.5% of the total (cf. Japan 14.8%, and South Korea 3.1% of the total). In real terms, this equates to 33,000, 20,000 and 4,200 patent applications respectively. The increasing significance of China is also evidenced in this report. The biggest rise in patent filing numbers originating from outside Europe was observed from China. Chinese companies filed a total of 1600 applications in 2009; that represents a 9% increase compared to 2008 figures. Yet again, China bucked the downward trend observed in other countries. This is in stark contrast to the fall in EPO patent filings observed from the US (down 11%) and from Japan (down 14%). The Future Signs that the adverse effect on patent filings caused by the economic downturn is behind us are included in the WIPO report referred to above. Preliminary findings relating to the first 6 months of 2010 show that the overall number of PCT applications has increased compared to 2009. If this data turns out to be reliable and the figures for the second half of 2010 are equally as good as the first half, patent filings would enjoy a return to growth in 2010. Furthermore, if the link between R&D spending and patent filings is reliable, the nanotechnology sector perhaps has reason to be more optimistic than others. Overall industrial R&D spending in the U.S. is expected to increase in 2010 by up to 3% and three areas of research have been highlighted as benefiting most . One of these is nanotechnology. Hopefully this boost in investment fully benefits the nanotechnology sector and we can look forward to periods of growth once again. In due course, we should be able to observe a corresponding increase in the rate of nanotech related patent filings.

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D Young & Co LLP D Young & Co is a leading firm of attorneys providing a comprehensive range of services, specialising exclusively in patents, trade marks, designs and related intellectual property rights.

We understand different businesses have different needs. In the nanotechnology sector, products are developed at the nano-scale in order to achieve desired properties – stronger, lighter, more effective, cheaper, cleaner etc. Your research achieves these goals. At D Young & Co, we possess the expertise to guide and help you protect and manage the intellectual property resulting from your research. Your intellectual property can underpin your business, allowing you to commercialise your ideas and to occupy a unique place in the market.

chemistry, biology, electronics, physics etc. At D Young & Co we have attorneys specialising in all relevant areas of technology to match your business. Specialist attorneys or teams of attorneys can provide you with a service tailored to your exact needs.

The nanotechnology sector is a fast developing area in which protecting your intellectual property must take account of the rapid rate of technical progress. We can advise how best to acquire and protect your intellectual property, e.g. how to balance on the one hand the need for filing patent applications quickly and on the other hand disseminate your breakthroughs as soon as possible.

n Top tier patent and trade mark firm [Legal 500, 2010]. The Legal 500

D Young & Co has consistently been recognised for the quality of service it provides. The list below is a selection of awards and recommendations we have recently received:

n UK Patent Prosecution Firm of the Year 2009 [Managing Intellectual

Meeting the requirements set by new and developing industry standards drives research and can give rise to valuable intellectual property in a very competitive market. The challenge posed by industry standards is significant in the nanotechnology sector where (i) health and safety requirements exist in relation to many aspects of the sector and (ii) the sector is making a huge contribution to the search for cleaner, greener technology. All competitors will be working to a similar target and a well structured filing programme can contribute to establishing one’s position in the market. Often, such situations lead to a series of patent challenges as competitors fight it out to establish whose patent is dominant. D Young & Co has the expertise to guide you through such difficulties having devised appropriate filing strategies and managed the related patent oppositions for many companies who have faced similar challenges and with our help successfully protected important aspects of their work. Our teams of skilled attorneys keep abreast of the latest developments in law, science and technology to provide leading edge legal expertise and technical knowledge. A detailed understanding of your needs comes from personal contact, teamwork and commercial experience. The nanotechnology sector covers a wide range of different technical fields –

writes: The team at D Young & Co is ‘consistently excellent’ and is ‘very customer focused’, and its ‘business acumen and industry knowledge of the patent attorney landscape is very impressive’.

Property Global IP Awards 2009].

n Shortlisted UK Patent Prosecution Firm of the Year 2010 [Managing

Intellectual Property Global IP Awards 2010].

n Chambers top tier UK Intellectual Property firm (patents and trademarks). n Partners consistently feature as leading UK patent attorneys in the ‘MIP

Expert Guide to the Leading Patent Law Practitioners’.

For more information about D Young & Co please refer to our website www.dyoung.com or contact Tim Russell using the details below. D Young & Co LLP 120 Holborn London EC1N 2DY United Kingdom T: +44 (0)20 7269 8550 F: +44 (0)20 7269 8555 mail@dyoung.co.uk NanoPerspective™ 61

Keeping on the right side of the law The law, it is said, is a minefield, which is why seeking expert legal advice is crucial in so many situations. Those people who have tried to save money by dispensing with the services of a solicitor have often found themselves deep in trouble because they ignored that basic mantra. The reason lawyers are so important lies in the complexity of law, a complexity that is constantly changing. Take business law: everything from health and safety rules to production legislation can present challenges and a single mistake can lead to a potentially costly breach. The result could be a fine, a court appearance or a large compensation pay-out.

Patent law is important as well because, once an idea is recognised as unique and owned by one particular individual or company, then it is protected. By registering a product or idea, there is a paper trail which can be used should it turn up elsewhere. Each and every one of these areas presents great challenges for companies and may require expert legal guidance so it is always worth seeking out those companies that specialise in the field in question. Some lawyers specialise in workplace legislation, for instance, others are experts in IP and Patents, others can advise on health and safety and the law relating to contractors.

There is also a myriad of law surrounding competition: when is a claim unfair, is a product over-hyped, are the statements made about it correct, is an unfair advantage being taken over a competitor? Or by a competitor?

Each area holds within it the potential to cause a business major problems but by hiring in experts the chances of anything going amiss is greatly reduced.

But within the scientific field, there is another reason why the law is so important. In a sector where innovation is constantly bringing forward new ideas, companies need to be aware of the legislation governing Intellectual Property (IP) and Patents.

The basic, overriding message is never mess with the law. Never assume that you know better than the experts, never gamble on the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;barrack room lawyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; who reckons they are right, and never leave until tomorrow something that you need to do today.

IP is crucial because many companies within the industry come up with ideas which are developments of existing science and technology and defining how to protect and use them is crucial.

Ignoring the advice can be as costly as it comes, seeking and taking advantage of it leads to peace of mind and a company that is much more secure.

That is why understanding IP and knowing how best to register new ideas is important for companies. More than one company has lost out on millions in profits because they were too slow to register their idea as unique. 62 success through nanomaterials

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Exciting future for electronics Electronics play a crucial part in the nano-technology field with a wide range of companies needing to keep up to date with the latest developments.

It is a field that covers a wide area and has seen many of the most important breakthroughs of recent years. For electronics, its role within nano-technology is an example of the sector’s enduring importance. Electronics experts are involved in all sorts of work, including the development of ever more sophisticated semiconductors and devices used in applications including photovoltaic energy conversion and communications systems. Development of thin film transistors for electronic displays and imaging systems has also become increasingly important and has led to breakthroughs in fields as diverse as credit card development and lighting. One of the reasons electronics is so important is the sector’s ability to produce devices that are ever-smaller, allowing many of the nano breakthroughs. In the past, the size of electronic devices was a drawback for companies attempting to produce small devices. However, the electronics industry has risen to the challenge, allowing nano to take huge strides forward. Another reason for the importance of electronics is its capacity to come up with devices that are faster and more powerful, allowing the nanotechnology sector to create whole new generations of products. As a result, electronics specialists are being utilised in everything from biochemical sensing to nanoscale transistors for analog and digital signal processing. 68 success through nanomaterials

One of the areas in which this kind of work is proving invaluable is the field of medical diagnostics, supporting a move away from large devices based in hospitals towards much smaller hand-held ones that are mobile and can provide important medical information in people’s homes or on the scene of incidents. Such technologies are transforming the world of medical care. Of course, one of the biggest areas in which electronics has been so important is the rapid advances made by the computing world, with advances in technology allowing ever more complex and powerful computers. Indeed, it is predicted that the computation speed of microprocessors doubles every 18 months. However, although the industry has been able to keep pace with this trend, the ability to make further advances becomes ever more challenging and is one of the main priorities of the electronics industry. Another area attracting great interest is printed electronics. As the sector develops, the sector is bringing about widespread, very low-cost, electronics for applications such as flexible displays, smart labels, animated posters and clothing as well as applications for use in the scientific and medical fields. The new technology’s ability for printing on flexible substrates also allows electronics to be placed on curved surfaces, for example, putting solar cells on vehicle roofs. All in all, electronics today is as exciting and challenging as ever it was.

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Expertas Ltd International Specialists In Nano-Scale Pigment Technology

In just a few short years, the founder of Expertas, Dr Trevor Sayer, has developed a successful UK-based colour consultancy that draws hugely on his expertise and experience in the paint coatings and pigment industries. Expertas is flexible and can provide colour consultancy solutions for a wide range of high performance market sectors including automotive, design and architecture. These sectors are now being driven to use nanotechnology in many diverse ways. All these business sectors want new novel effects to couple with their products, many wanting more than one technical function for a new product. It has been known for many years that colour plays a very important role in the marketing and commercial success of any product. Nano-scale pigment particle technology can derive unique colour effects which are of real interest to the market and in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world, manufacturers increasingly want to use the impact of colour to differentiate their branded goods. Expertas is leading the way globally with novel technical innovations in this growth area. Located in the UK, but having a truly global reach, Expertas has a track record of innovation which includes a number of patents on novel processes and specialist chemical additives. Moreover, it already has a wide client base of major international companies. The dispersed pigment used to colour paint, ink or plastic represents a major cost component of that formulation. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s essential therefore that the

correct pigment choice is made to achieve the best product performance, customer satisfaction and profit margins. The unique skills of Expertas are centred on a bespoke problem-solving capacity to identify the most suitable nano-scale pigmented coating and nano-dispersion process methodology and then methods of applying the coating to a particular substrate as required by the customer. An understanding of the colloid science of pigment dispersion enables Expertas to solve practical formulation and costly dispersion stability issues which affect performance. Expertas has a vast experience of scaling-up laboratory experiments to the pilot stage and then on to commercial manufacturing using proven lean modelling techniques. Every client can expect our total commitment to providing aesthetic, practical and cost-effective commercial solutions through colour and dispersion science and application of nano-scale pigment technology. Find out more about our commercially-minded consultancy that thrives on finding innovative high technology colour solutions through scientific rigour and techno-marketing collaboration. www.expertas-colour.com

For application in a wide range of high performance industries... Highly skilled, experienced pigment dispersion technologists and colour scientists Provides focus on the best processes to produce stable nano-scale pigment dispersions, using state of the art formulation technology Independent extensive knowledge of the global commercially available pigment portfolio Identifies the right bespoke technical colour solution faster and reduces the overall cost to market

For more information on our services T: +44 (0) 1449 616885 E: enquiries@expertas-colour.com www.expertas-colour.com

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When seeking help from outside Consultancy is a key part of the business world and many of the brightest ideas and greatest breakthroughs owe something to the contribution of consultants somewhere along the line. Management consultants are called in to help organisations with a variety of problems. Some get the call to help a company improve efficiency, others to help identify cost savings, others to advise on a wide range of other issues. They operate across many disciplines. They may provide assistance with change management, coaching, technology implementation, strategy development, product development or operational improvement services. One of the reasons consultants are so important is that, because of their relationships with numerous organisations, they are aware of industry best practice. They know what the industry wants and have the capacity to adapt the ideas they have seen elsewhere into tailor-made packages for their clients. The result of this is that business consulting is acknowledged to provide sound advice and experience, making it a valuable resource for companies. When this professional advice is needed, company executives often like to look outside the organisation because the involvement of a third person can be very effective. Consultants are a new set of eyes, Sometimes, people within businesses cannot see solutions to problems because they are so immersed in the day to day job, whereas consulting firms come in and look afresh at the situation. Management consultants generally bring their own methodology to the job in hand, coming up with the best way to proceed with tasks, the best way to look at the challenges.

The first thing the consultant will do is analyse the situation, gather the data, talk to staff, find out perceptions within the company and identify the need. This first step is vital because it allows the consultant to formulate a strategy. A few days spent researching at the start of a project provides clarity of thought and can save a lot of time and effort further down the line. Once a plan has been laid out, the consultant will work with staff to identify what is needed, the team which has to be put together, the goals driving its work, the timeline for completion and the budget required to obtain results. Once the groundwork has been done, the business consultant will outline the proposed strategy at a presentation, setting out options, suggesting ways forward. Once that process has been put in place, clients are encouraged to provide their feedback during the process and at a post-project review. Consultants have always said that the free and open sharing of information is crucial to the success of a project. A consultant will tell you that it is important that everyone works together, that consultants operate as part of the team. 72 success through nanomaterials

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Importance of technology providers Technology providers are crucial to a rapidly developing industry such as nanoscience; they are, for many companies, the glue that hold things together. The reason for their importance is that companies working on bright ideas need to move quickly in order to keep ahead of the competition. For many companies, particularly smaller ones, their speciality is coming up with ideas but it would take them far too long to develop the technology that they need to take the innovation onto the next stage. That is why they partner with the businesses that provide the technology needed to make the ideas work. For many businesses, the technology provider allows them to thrive because they bring the technological expertise and experience needed to take ideas onto their next stage. The same is true of many large businesses that see the sense of bringing in outside help. The approach can be very effective because it allows the researchers to move onto the next bright idea. And it is a two-way process: very often the work done by the technology provider itself develops into innovations which can led the R and D teams onto their next projects. As a result, recent years have seen a growth in the number of companies seeking to fulfil this role, everything from digital innovators to equipment manufacturers, software developers to Internet and communications businesses. Their common characteristics are an ability to innovate and to work in a flexible way.

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One of the effects of the growth in technology provision has been a concerted drive to attract the next generation of employees. The British Government estimates that levels of employment in the information technology sector, for example, have almost doubled in the past 12 years but the number of young people entering the sector has not kept pace. That is why the Government has been working with companies, industry organisations and universities and schools to make such careers attractive. Their message to young people has been that technology provision is crucial to the health of the UK economy and can make for rewarding careers. The figures underline the viewpoint. Government statistics suggested that every year fewer young people choose to take up an IT-related degree, with a drop of around half (46 per cent) since 2001, when 27,000 students were enrolled on technology degree courses, which fell to 14,700 in 2005. Therefore, it says, it is vital to attract more talent to the industry in order to maintain economic success. Universities have already taken on board the message and many leading institutions now have a very strong focus on technology. Indeed, many of the brightest young talents in the industry started off as university students developing their skills in the classroom.

TECHNOLOGY PROVIDERS

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Hosokawa Micron Ltd Nanopowder technology creating a new generation of particles

Nanoparticles have huge potential across many industrial areas, particularly in electronics, information technologies and healthcare. Not only do they offer the attractive possibility of more effect for much less mass, but in many cases the product effect can be quite different from that achievable with micron sized particles, for example, their optical, mechanical, thermal and electrical properties show step changes at particular sub-micron particle size thresholds. Nanosized particles of various materials have a high potentiality to improve the performance of numerous kinds of products, or to create functional new materials. Their economic potential is therefore immense, although their advantages will need to be balanced against environmental effects which are in many cases still unknown. NEW TECHNOLOGIES FOR FUNCTIONAL NANOPOWDERS

DOWNSTREAM PROCESSING

Through extensive research and development Hosokawa has developed a new nanotechnology product portfolio featuring the latest product advances. The aim of Hosokawa has been to develop particle modification technologies which will increase customers’ product values by improving and adding functionality.

Once nano sized materials are produced either in liquid or gas phase, elements of classical powder technologies are applied to further process materials. These processes can involve drying, blending or agglomeration of the particulates.

Current technologies available for the manufacture of functional nanopowders are dispersion, mixing (normal, ordered or precision), coating, fusion, reactions (solid-solid surface), Mechano Chemical Bonding (MCB), shape control, agglomeration, nanogrinding, drying from nanoslurries and the measurement techniques employed in evaluating these materials. These technologies not only produce added value materials, but can also lead to process improvements by reducing process steps and energy costs. NOBILTA

Designed for high speed powder mixing, combining particles into composites in a dry process without binders, by applying mechanical force. The Nobilta can also be used for particle surface modification. MECHANOFUSION®

Other processing possibilities include high shear mixing and coating on the Hosokawa Cyclomix, fluid bed agglomeration using the Agglomaster or Hosokawa’s latest development, stirred bulk freeze drying, designed to handle thermo-sensitive powders, fragile materials and ultrafine wet nanopowders. NANO CONTAINMENT

With the advancement of nano technology and the perceived hazards associated with handling nano powders Hosokawa has developed a range of Containment equipment designed specifically to contain these ultra fine powders and offering containment levels below 1µg/m3. Hosokawa are able to design and build bespoke installations required to contain large pieces of equipment or larger processing areas. Hosokawa Micron engineers are able to work directly with customers to create unique nano-composites and engineered particles to meet specific demands and giving customers access to the best resources in pioneering particle design.

Mechanofusion preceisely mixes different types of particles by applying mechanically generated load to the material during processing. In addition it produces particle composites and controls the formation of particle shape. A pharmaceutical GMP system is available. NANOCREATER

A continuous production system for nanosize metal oxide. The particle is created in a build up method that allows particle size to be adjusted from a few nm to a few hundred nm. Single component or multicomponent particles can be created. NANOGRINDING

Submicron and nanoparticles can be produced in a ‘top to bottom’ process by wet milling. Agitated media mills such as the Alpine AHM Mill are used to grind such particles down to 10nm. The grinding process is carried out in a closed circuit and can take place in water or another suitable liquid. Above: AMS Mini (Mechanofusion) Right: Nobilta 76 success through nanomaterials

Intertek MSG Meeting all your materials characterisation needs

Intertek MSG is playing a major role in the NanoCentral network as the core provider of characterisation and measurement, bringing to the collaboration many years of experience in the analysis of nanomaterials.

Developments in nanotechnology are concerned with two issues - the design and manufacture of small particles, and the incorporation of these particles in a controlled manner into a liquid or solid carrier matrix. Of course the purpose is to produce materials where the inclusion of the nanoparticles leads to an improvement of the physical properties of the final materials. Intertek MSG can contribute, through the provision of detailed analysis, to both areas. NANOPARTICLES Intertek MSG has a comprehensive array of tools for the measurement of nanoparticle properties, including; n Analysis of particle size and morphology using Electron microscopy n X-ray diffraction n Photon cross-correlation spectroscopy and a Disc Centrifuge – allowing quantitative analysis of particles as small as a few nanometres. n Application of image analysis to generate quantitative information on size and shape distributions. n Carbon nanotubes analysis using raman spectroscopy to monitor tube diameter and sample purity, and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and elemental analysis to provide information on sample purity or catalyst residue content. n Coating analysis using spectroscopic techniques, or by surface analysis. 78 success through nanomaterials

NANODISPERSIONS The particle sizing techniques mentioned above can equally be applied to dispersions of particles – although for the PCCS and disc centrifuge methods it will in general be necessary to generate dilute solutions before reproducible results can be obtained. In order to directly assess concentrated dispersions new electron microscopy instrumentation, combining low-vacuum imaging with a wet-STEM stage, has been recently introduced at MSG. The smaller the size of a particle or feature, the more intrusive and misleading the presence of the conductive coating that is required for conventional SEM analysis - and the more welcome its absence! Several modes of operation of the new instrument circumvent this issue. In addition, beam deceleration emphasises very fine surface detail at the expense of unwanted sub-surface interactions. The presence of scanning transmission electron detectors (STEM) allows us to form images using electrons passing through a thin sample, and the WetSTEM system means that we can now image truly wet samples (relative humidity conditions up to 100%), and materials otherwise inaccessible by conventional electron microscopy – for example giving us access to in-situ studies of aggregation of nanoparticles within a dispersion during a drying process.

Complementary techniques, such as x-ray diffraction and spectroscopic methods can provide additional information on the composite morphology, and quantify aspects of homogeneity or orientation. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES AND PRODUCT PERFORMANCE Intertek MSG can characterise a wide range of physical properties, in order to assess the impact of the incorporation of nanoparticles in a matrix. Capabilities include; n Mechanical properties (e.g. toughness, scratch resistance or impact strength) n Optical performance (clarity, reflectance, refractive index) n Electrical properties (conductivity, charge dissipation). Intertek MSG’s expertise stretches well beyond the nanomaterials arena, and through our own scientists and those of the wider Intertek group of laboratories, we can service all your materials testing, characterisation and certification requirements. E: MSGenquiry@intertek.com T: 01642 435788

Brunel University Materials Processing Technology

The Wolfson Centre for Materials Processing (incorporating The Centre For Phosphors And Display Materials) at Brunel University was set up in 1987. It is lead (since January 2006) by Prof Jack Silver (Executive Director), and is known internationally for its expertise in polymer and materials processing technology. Since then the Centre has grown dramatically, Key staff include four full time Profs (Jack Silver, Robert Withnall, , Jim Song, and Poopathy Kathirgamanathan), one part time Prof (Asim Ray), three visiting Profs (two, John Fyson and Chris Winscom are ex-Kodak, and the other, Daniel den Engelsen, is ex-Philips, Netherlands), two readers (Peter Allen and Karnik Tarverdi), two lecturers (George Fern and Wenhui Song) and an RCUK fellow (Paolo Coppo).

SEM of a nanoparticle coated nickel micro foam

The Centre carries out pure and applied research in four main areas: 1. Developing new polymer and composite processing technology; 2. Developing methodologies and formulations for the processing of bio degradable polymers and the reprocessing of waste polymers; 3. Developing and characterising phosphors and materials for displays and lighting; 4. Producting nano-particles (of phosphor and other ceramic materials) and incorporating them into polymers to form functional composites for new applications where the properties are enhanced relative to those of the components. Recently, we have built on our expertise in recycling polymers to recycle other waste materials and are developing a new area of research: 5. Recycling industrial waste materials into useful products. The rationale is to bring together the waste streams of Utility companies such as E.ON and Thames Water to make products such as fertilisers. Materials Processing in areas 1 and 2:The overall aim of our focused research on polymers, composites and biopolymers is to contribute to the development of the science and technology of manufacturing processes that produce solids, semi-solids and liquids exhibiting specified compositions and microstructures, throughout the volume of the finished product, as required, to impart optimum physical properties. The approach is based largely on the controlled application of new mixing concepts and of understanding macroscopic shears and pressure profiles. 80 success through nanomaterials

Luminous efficacy measurement of high brightness LED

In essence, these processes, together with work on biodegradable formulations, highly filled polymers, and compound development involving the inclusion of nanoclays and carbon nanotubes in polymeric composites, together with renewed activityin recycling, represent the themes underlying a substantial proportion of activities of the Centre. This work on moulding and extrusion processes has generated a significant portfolio of patents and intellectual property rights alongside a deserved reputation for technical know-how which is also reflected in commercial licences and spin-out ventures. This work confirms validity of the aims and operating principles, as evidenced by the many collabor-ative UK and European projects. The Centre receives funding from industrial organisations in the UK and overseas, the European Union and UK Government funding agencies, DTI/TSB, EPSRC, DEFRA. Facilities for Polymer Processing A wide range of industrial processing techniques are used, with particular emphasis on polymer mixing, extrusion and moulding technologies, including unique mixing and injection moulding techniques developed at the Centre. Research is underpinned by extensive state of the art instrumentation for thermal, rheological, chemical and structural characterisation of materials (both micro and macro), together with modern mechanical and related physical testing facilities.

Another form of powder electroluminescence is direct current EL (DCEL). This technology was pioneered in the group. The emission is bright orange. Simple x-y addressed displays are easily prepared. Photonic phosphors. In this branch of materials engineering a 3D periodic structure is given to a the phosphor allowing the wavelength of the light output to be controlled. Area 4 focuses on nanoparticle phosphors. We have developed methods for preparing highly uniform particle morphology and size. This is important for light extraction and particle deposition. This work has also given us experience in handling and analyzing nano-materials which are applicable to many topics in nano-materials.

Through collaboration with the School of Engineering and Design, the Centre also has access to materials design and process modelling expertise.

Area (4) is relatively new, only generating grant income in the last five years. It builds upon the combination of the polymer side with the expertise in phosphors and as such demonstrates how the growth of the Centre has helped to increase the potential for synergistic and collaborative research. In broad terms, the work here concentrates on two areas: making nanoparticle phosphors: and incorporation of these, or other nanoparticles, into polymers for a variety of applications.

Materials Processing in areas 3 and 4:The ‘Centre for Phosphors and Display Materials’ was established over 40 years ago at the University of Greenwich. It has over 450 man years of experience and development expertise. Prof Silver took over the leadership in 1996 moving from a readership at Essex University. In January 2006 the group moved to Brunel University. Area 3 is focused particularly on the study of materials that emit light (ultraviolet, visible, or infrared) when excited by different forms of energy. Some of the current research areas of interest to the group are listed below: LED phosphors as colour convertors for energy efficient solid state white light for general illumination. Cathodoluminescent phosphors:- materials that can be stimulated by electrons to emit light. Up-conversion/anti-Stokes phosphors. These emit photons of light of a higher energy than they absorb, e.g. they may absorb IR light and emit green light. These materials are of interest in security applications and communications. Compatibility with modern deposition methods (e.g. ink jet printing). Classical phosphor synthesis produces particles in the micrometer size range. We have successfully mastered synthetic procedures for reducing this size to facilitate the use of precise deposition techniques. Coatings for optimised lifetime and luminescence. Some emissive materials are intrinsically unstable and we have an interest in developing methods for abating their decay, (see image with BBSRC/York University grant). Alternating Current Electroluminescence (ACEL). Blue and green emission is possible with commercially available powder phosphors. Our interests lie in developing our patented formulations that enables a much simpler device architecture using only a single layer between two electrodes (that contains the ACEL phosphor powder, the ferroelectric powder and a binder in the one layer). This gives a much brighter device, reduces production time (as it has fewer layers) and increases productivity. We work on all areas of this technology from developing ink vehicle formulations (for printing displays) through to the basic research of understanding the materials.

A taste of the applications of this work can be seen from some large funded programmes undertaken in the last five years: 1. Anti Viral Nano Particles in polymers funded by SEEDA (partners were Sun Chemicals Ltd., Intrinsig Materials Ltd., Retroscreen Virtology Ltd., Pall Europe Ltd. and Queen Mary College). 2. 3-D Writing a TSB funded programme aimed at building up three dimensional electric circuits and displays using ink jet and screen printing methodology. Our partners are Printed Electronics Ltd, Johnson Matthey, Oxley Development Company Ltd, Intrinsiq Materials Ltd, Keeling & Walker and Nottingham Trent University. 3. PURPOSE a TSB funded programme (to protect plastic materials from ultraviolet light degradation, (the academic part of this is paid by the EPSRC). Our industrial partners are Bayer, Johnson Matthey, and Intrinsiq Materials Ltd. 4. CONVERT a TSB funded programme aimed at harnessing solar power (our industrial partner is Intrinsig Materials Ltd.). 5. In a BBSRC/EPSRC funded programme with York University: “Nanoprobes: Development of novel probes for biological sub microscopic multicolour imaging” we synthesised phosphor nanoparticles, enclosed in an organic/inorganic sheath containing specialised binding group. Contact: Professor Jack Silver Telephone 01895 266 116 Email jack.silver@brunel.ac.uk

Intertek MSG, Wilton

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Johnson Matthey Flame Spray Pyrolysis - a unique facility for the production of nanopowders

Johnson Matthey, the international speciality chemicals company, has dedicated capability to produce a range of nanopowders using the flame spray pyrolysis technique.

has been compared with one produced using Johnson Matthey’s flame spray pyrolysis equipment.

Material

Particle size range (nm)*

Specific surface area (m2/g)

Phase identification

Al2O3

10-15

~100

mixture of y- and o- AI2O3

CeO2

10-15

80-100

Cubic CeO2

ZnO

8-15

60-90

mainly tetragonal ZrO2

TiO2

80-100

mainly anatase and traes of rutile

doped Tio2

90-100

Mainly rutile and traces of anatase

*Determined by TEM analysis

The Flame Spray Pyrolysis Facility can be used to produce a wide array of nanopowders ranging from single metal oxides such as Al2O3 to more complex mixed oxides or catalysts. It has capacity of up to 100 g/hr and a number of process variables will enable the preparation of well-defined target materials. The creation of this development scale Flame Spray Pyrolysis Facility was funded by a grant provided by the DTI under its Micro and Nano Technology (“MNT”) Network initiative. Housed at Johnson Matthey’s Technology Centre near Reading, UK, it offers a unique facility for the production for nanomaterials. HOW IT WORKS Flame spray pyrolysis is a one step process where liquid feed - a metal precursor(s) dissolved in a solvent - is sprayed with an oxidising gas into a flame zone. The spray is combusted and the precursor(s) converted into nano sized metal or metal oxides particles, depending on the metal and the operating conditions. The technique is flexible and allows the use of a wide range of precursors, solvents and process conditions, thus providing control over particle size and composition. Flame spray pyrolysis is versatile technique for producing nanoparticles and can be used to make metal, metal oxide and more complex nanoparticle materials. Johnson Matthey has specialised in using the technique to make nanoparticle catalysts and other materials and has developed considerable in-house expertise in this area. This knowledge is transferable into other application areas. MATERIALS AVAILABLE TO DATE The Flame Spray Pyrolysis Facility has been used to produce zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticle powders which find application as UV barriers; TEM micrographs of the material are shown in Figure 1. The UV barrier effectiveness of a commercially available ZnO nanomaterial 82 success through nanomaterials

FIGURE 1 TEM micrographs of ZnO nanomaterials prepared by flame spray pyrolysis Figure 2 shows the spectra of both ZnO nanomaterials. It is important to note that no stabiliser was used. As expected for UV-barrier materials, no transmission (T%) is observed for both products in the UV region. In the visible region, however, a Johnson Matthey flame made ZnO material shows increased transparency properties with higher T%. This is in agreement with the small particle size revealed by TEM analysis and the characteristic ease at dispersing the flame spray material in liquid media.

OTHER APPLICATIONS The method has the capacity to flexibly produce particles of different sizes and phase compositions. Examples of more complex and functional materials include CeO2 and doped CeO2 as polishing agents (Figure 3) for the microeletronics industry, catalysts for example Pd-Al2O3 for the synthesis for fine chemicals (Figure 4), nanophosphors and battery materials like LiFePO4 or LiMnPO4.

Figure 3 TEM of CeO2 nanomaterials prepared by flame spray pyrolysis

FIGURE 2 UV-vis spectra of ZnO nanopowders (0.02 wt% ZnO suspensions in H2O)

Figure 4 TEM of a Pd-Al2O3 catalyst with Pd nanoparticles highlighted by a red arrow The Flame Spray Pyrolysis Facility has been used to synthesise other materials as detailed in Table 1 and these are available to purchase from Johnson Matthey. Table 1 A range of available oxides prepared by flame spray pyrolysis

For further information about the facility and the materials that can be prepared, get in touch with Johnson Matthey at the address below. Dr. Bénédicte Thiébaut Johnson Matthey Technology Centre Blounts Court Sonning Common Reading RG4 9NH Tel: + 44 (0) 1189242055 Email: thiebb@matthey.com

When the stakes are high...play your strongest hand

SAFENANO Scientific Services will support you in the management of your nanotechnology risk. From toxicology, particle detection and analysis to nanotechnology risk management, we have the experience and expertise that can help you identify, understand and address the potential risks to your employees, your stakeholders, your customers and the environment. Contact: Steve Hankin - Director of Operations Email: steve@safenano.org Telephone: +44 (0)131 449 8040

Getting health & safety right

Good health and safety practice at work is crucial to any business, however large or small. There are plenty of reasons why it matters, a major one of which is the need to meet legislative demands. Recent years have seen health and safety legislation having a greater impact than ever before on daily business life, and the laws are not just relevant to factories and chemical plants but also to smaller businesses and places like schools and leisure centres. There are several reasons why this has been happening but all are driven by the growing awareness of the need to preserve the safety of employees, contractors and visitors on sites. Barely a week goes by without a story in the national, local or specialist press about the consequences of a company or organisation failing in their heath and safety responsibilities. That is why more companies are increasingly turning to experts who can guide them through the myriad of measures that they need to take. Such specialists are able to take businesses through the increasingly complex health and safety legislation, ensuring that they meet the criteria relevant to their industries. The considerations only increase when you move into the scientific sector where companies may be dealing with hazardous and volatile substances.

According to the European Agency for Health and Safety at Work, good practice is also a way of ensuring that enterprises are successful and sustainable, and that economies thrive in the long term. They believe that a business underpinned by a passion for health and safety will find the effects permeating throughout the rest of its commercial life. The Agency points out that although businesses have moral and legal obligations to meet health and safety standards, and that it is impossible to quantify human suffering as a result of slip-ups in purely monetary terms, it is nevertheless still possible for a business to assess health and safety benefits in commercial terms. For example, it says, good practice n enhances ‘brand image’ and ‘brand value’ as a socially responsible

business - and that a poor image can impact on a business as well n reduces absences and increases the productivity of workers n increases motivation and the commitment of employees to the business n reduces business costs, such as insurance premiums, and business

disruption caused by accidents n enables enterprises to meet and exceed customer expectations, which

The effect of ignoring health and safety requirements in such areas can be long-lasting and devastating, not just for the person involved but for the employer, who may find themselves facing large compensation claims and having to deal with a damaged reputation for safety. Taken to the final extent, there may even be a prosecution with the company taken to court and hit with a hefty fine. And all because an easily-avoided problem was ignored. However, legislation is only half the story because good health and safety is also important in human and business terms. 84 success through nanomaterials

could be crucial when pitching to retain contracts. Get it wrong, and the opposite is true, says the Agency. For the individual, there are the costs of care and loss of earnings and for businesses, disruption, claims for damages, loss of goodwill and loss of confidence in management. All of which adds up to a strong reason for get health and safety right from the start.

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CENTRE FOR NANO SAFETY

CENTRE FOR NANO SAFETY... ANALYSIS, CONSULTANCY & CONTRACT RESEARCH The Centre for Nano Safety boasts new purpose built laboratories, which facilitate a multidisciplinary approach to supporting both industry and pharmaceutical companies, with an emphasis on designing solutions specifically for the individual client.

The Centre for Nano Safety will assess the routes of exposure for workers, consumers and the environment and provide advice, analysis and biological testing to address the most relevant risk issues to allow you to:

The centre has already achieved success working with a multinational pharmaceutical company providing a bespoke consultancy service and continued knowledge transfer.

· Ensure the safe manufacture, handling and use of nanomaterials

We offer advisory services on nanomaterial safety:

· Allow products to reach full potential by minimizing risks

· Toxicity safety assessment for new materials in various in vitro systems. · Hazard and customer health impact analysis for companies employing nanoparticles in product development. · Hazard and environmental impact assessment for companies discharging nanoparticles

· Improve the design of nanomaterials

For further information, please contact: Dr Gary Hutchison, Centre for Nano Safety, Institute for Science & Health Innovation, Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh EH10 5DT Telephone 0131 455 2344 Email ga.hutchison@napier.ac.uk

www.napier.ac.uk/nano

University of Ulster Meeting all your materials characterisation needs

NIBEC is a multi-disciplinary research centre which combines skills in engineering, science, informatics and medicine in order to enhance the development of devices and systems which have applications in health care.

The Internationally leading research, which is both applied and fundamental, is conducted in a purpose-built facility which supports an impressive array of sophisticated modern equipment, making it one of the premier nanotechnology and bioengineering facilities in Europe.

n Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine: The surface

science of biomaterials and their biological interface, focusing the surface modification of substrates to act as bio-active scaffolds.

n Clean Technology: The development of engineering and materials

Staff have pioneered advances in medical instrumentation, medical sensors, diagnostic systems, biomaterials, coating technologies and other areas of healthcare and related technology. These advances have already had a large impact on society via technology transfer, consultancies and the setting-up of a range of spin-out companies. NIBEC offers leading edge research and development facilities to enhance the potential for growth in a range of expanding markets, including healthcare, electronics and clean technology. The centre has numerous collaborations throughout the world and thus attracts projects, students and interest from a broad range of countries. NIBEC is currently hosting four Affiliated Centres, namely: MATCH; CACR, Cross Border Point of Care Centre and a Cross Border Tissue Engineering Centre.

principles to address sustainable environmental issues.

n Nonmaterials: The growth and characterisation of nanostructures to

enhance devices.

Professor James McLaughlin Director of the Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Institute and NIBEC NIBEC Building University of Ulster Newtownabbey, BT37 OQB Northern Ireland T: +44 28 90368933 F: +44 28 90366863 E: jad.mclaughlin@ulster.ac.uk www.nibec.ulster.ac.uk

Key themes of NIBECâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current research are: n Sensors and Connected Health: Sensors, Point-of-Care Monitoring and Integrated intelligence based platforms. NanoPerspectiveâ&#x201E;˘ 91

The key to successful businesses Research and Development is where it all starts for business, that initial idea, that bit of innovative thinking, that sense that there is something worth exploring further, that asking â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;what if?â&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

Without R and D, companies will stand still, forced to watch helplessly as the rest of their competitors take the lead and launch new products and processes. Successful businesses know that they must invest in R and D, that it may be expensive but that it has to be at the heart of their strategies for growth. A key part of the R and D process is analysis, researching what is already on the market, what ideas are being developed and identifying the gaps for new products, then setting about developing a way to fill them. The way R and D works differs from company to company but it is all based on the gathering and use of data, which is why technology providers specialising in the likes of software are important because they make the job more focused, quicker and more efficient. R and D starts with identifying the potential customer and analysing their needs; it is no good developing something that nobody wants. Researchers will asked the important questions. Who is our customer? What are his or her needs. Who is currently providing for them? Once that research has been done, the R and D teams can set about their core work. The answers to those initial questions allow them to channel research and development in the right direction. And it is not just about 92 success through nanomaterials

what the customers wants today - good researchers try to predict the future to work out what the customer will want in ten years times. Look at the rapid advances in communications technology to see an example of the reasons for the approach. It is not just within the laboratories and offices operated by companies that the R and D process takes shape. Universities are playing an increasingly important role in research as well. Many students focus on R and D as part of their studies, either on their way to a degree or in work carried out at post-graduate level. This, in turn, has made universities hotbeds of innovation as students take advantage of the expertise around them to develop their ideas. For many years, universities were seen as isolated from the commercial world but recent times have seen them embrace those commercial challenges with enthusiasm with both staff and students developing ideas which have led to spin-put companies. Many of the most exciting companies to emerge in recent years have been led by professors or their students. Businesses, for their part, have come to value the role of universities and are often to be found collaborating with them and their spin-out companies. The days of isolation are gone and the world of R and D is all the better for it.

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Durham University Committed to achieving world-wide recognition for creative thought

Durham University is a research-intensive university engaged in advanced research and partnership with business.

Scanning electron micrograph of GaAs nanowires type 1 obtained by gold catalytic growth (Durham GJ Russell Microscopy Facility)

Over the next 10 years Durham University is committed to achieving worldwide recognition for creative thought, transformative research of the highest calibre and demonstration of international research excellence across its entire academic base. The University welcomes enquires from potential partners and can engage in a variety of different ways including long term projects: n Collaborative and contract research n Knowledge Transfer Partnerships n Industrially-funded studentships nâ&#x2013;ş Patents and licensing

And short term projects including accessing expertise via: n Consultancy n Analytical services

Durham Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Business Development Team based in Business and Innovation Services will be happy to offer specific advice and can be contacted on +44 (0)191 3344650 or via e-mail at durham. business@durham.ac.uk This article describes a selection of research projects and facilities relating to nanotechnology at Durham University. 94 success through nanomaterials

Nanoscience @ Department of Chemistry Research Durham Chemistry is a thriving research centre pursuing world-class science across a range of chemical disciplines. We have a strong ethos of collaborative and inter-disciplinary activities which cut across traditional boundaries and enjoy many links to other research centres in Durham and the rest of the world. Research in the Department is focused around six main groupings: Biological Chemistry - addressing a range of exciting issues at the interface between chemistry and biology; Materials Synthesis & Structure - interested in the preparation, understanding and exploitation of a range of materials across the chemical spectrum; Optical & Molecular Electronics - involved in projects ranging from nanomaterials and nanoscience to the synthesis and properties of conjugated and luminescent molecular materials; Soft Matter, Surfaces & Interfaces - whose research concerns a diverse range of soft structures with dimensions ranging from the nano- to macroscale; Sustainable Chemistry & Catalysis - involved at the interface between synthesis, organic chemistry, inorganic and organometallic chemistry, catalysis and flow chemistry

Theory & Dynamics - working to understand fundamental chemical processes in order to underpin future advances in chemistry and molecular physics. Many different types of nanoscale research are taking place in the Department of Chemistry (www.durham.ac.uk/chemistry) and projects include: n Creation and manipulation of nanofluidic networks comprising

micron-sized reservoirs connected by tubes <100 nm in diameter

n Growth of nanoparticles and structures such as zinc oxide on indium

tin oxide substrates for advanced spectroelectrochemical biosensing

n Preparation of gels with controlled rheology to grow both metallic

nanoparticles and molecular crystals of pharmaceutical compounds

n Superconductivity in fullerene-based materials and new approaches

for the synthesis of graphene

n Enhancing dispersion of carbon nanotubes and graphene in solvents

for use in nanoelectronics, drug delivery platforms and biosensors

n Behaviour and properties of polymers that contain either carbon

nanotubes, nanoclay or graphene-based material

n Molecular electronics (theoretical and experimental) with applications

in nanoscale electronic devices

SEM image of a dried chiral supramolecular gel

Facilities Durham Chemistry has state-of-the-art research facilities (www.durham. ac.uk/chemistry/research/facilities and www.durham.ac.uk/chemistry/ consultancy) to assist with nanoscale research including: n n n n n n n n n

NMR (solid- and liquid- state) Mass spectrometry X-ray diffraction (powder and crystal) Particle sizing Ion beam Atomic force microscopy X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy Environmental SEM Instrumentation for thermal analysis and polymer characterisation

Durham Chemistry also operate a national Solid-state NMR Research Service on behalf of EPSRC and a service for industry. Solid-state NMR is a powerful tool for the characterisation of local behaviour and environment. It can probe nano-scale material homogeneity, is sensitive to disorder caused by a distribution in local environments or molecular motion and can be used to study a wide range of amorphous or crystalline materials. The Service has a dedicated state-of-the-art triple-resonance 400 MHz spectrometer and has access to a range of other NMR instrumentation. For further information on nanoscience in the Department of Chemistry contact Dr Karl Coleman (k.s.coleman@durham.ac.uk)

Nanoscience @ School of Biological & Biomedical Sciences Research The School of Biological & Biomedical Sciences (www.durham.ac.uk/ biological.sciences) has extensive expertise in the expression and purification of proteins, chimeric protein construction, analysis of proteinprotein interactions, structural biology, crystallography and high resolution imaging. The School interacts with Chemists, Physicists, Mathematicians and Engineers in multidisciplinary projects through the Biophysical Sciences Institute (www.bsi.durham.ac.uk) Current projects working at the nanoscale include: n n n n n

Elasticity of cytoskeletal networks Modelling Microtuble dynamics Engineering of transcription factors Imaging of nuclear-pore complexes

Facilities The School of Biological & Biomedical Sciences has state-of-the-art research infrastructure in imaging protein interactions and structural biology to support this research. Protein crystallography Protein crystallography is by far the most powerful method to determine the 3-dimensional structure of biological macromolecules. The laboratory for protein crystallography at Durham University is located in the newly refurbished Centre for Bioactive Chemistry and is equipped with state-ofthe-art instruments for protein purification, crystallization (see image of protein crystal) and structure determination. There is extensive experience in the expression and purification of proteins and the crystallization and structural determination of novel biological macromolecules. In addition there is expertise in determining the structure of novel ligand and/or inhibitor proteins complexes. These studies may be of particular interest for the pharmaceutical industry.

AFM image of a functionalised carbon nanotube labelled with gold nanoparticles

TEM image of large carbon nanotubes

For further details of protein crystallography contact the Facility Manager Dr Ehmke Pohl (ehmke.pohl@durham.ac.uk) NanoPerspectiveâ&#x201E;˘ 95

Nanoscience @ School of Engineering & Computing Sciences Research & Facilities Much of the Durham work on organic and nanoelectronics is co-ordinated by The Centre for Molecular and Nanoscale Electronics (www.durham.ac.uk/ cmne). This was one Durham Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first interdisciplinary Research Centres, established in 1987 to promote relevant activities across academic departments within Durham, in particular, the Departments of Chemistry, Physics and the School of Engineering and Computing Sciences. Over recent years, there has been a significant investment in the infrastructure for work in the area. For example, a new Clean Room, based in the School of Engineering and Computing Sciences â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Molecular Electronics and Micro Systems laboratory - has been funded by the Royal Society, the Wolfson Foundation, Durham University and ONE North East. This class 1000, 200 sq metre facility has the capability of processing hybrid device structures, i.e. using both silicon technology and organic materials. The room is fully equipped with all standard fabrication and analysis techniques, including a nanoimprint capability enabling devices to be made with feature sizes of less than 100 nm. Protein crystal in a drop

Proteomics The Proteomics Facility has expertise in protein profiling by 2D-PAGE separation & imaging, peptide mass fingerprinting and peptide LC-M and mass spectrometry.

An example of the research being undertaken in the Clean Room is shown in the image below. This is a microgripper or an electronically controlled pair of tweezers used in cell manipulation. Extensive trials in industry and in research laboratories have shown the device to be reliable and easy to use. The addition of greater functionality to the tweezers promises several advantages over standard cell manipulation tools.

For further details of proteomics contact the Facility Manager Dr Bill Simon (j.w.simon@durham.ac.uk) Molecular Imaging The Molecular Imaging Facility has state-of-the-art instrumentation for Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy (CLSM), for both standard and specialist applications. The TEM (H-7600) is used to study the structure and conformation of isolated proteins and complexes. It can also reveal the internal architecture of cells and tissues and can give insight into the effects of chemicals, drugs and mutations. 3D images of cellular structures and biomolecules can be obtained by EM tomography and other TEM methods. Immuno-gold TEM is an established technique in the facility, allowing antigen-specific localization to within a few nanometers. The SEM (S-5200 UHR FE-SEM) has the highest resolution in the world and is ideally suited for observation of materials such as ceramics, polymers, catalysts, biological materials and semiconductors. High-resolution topographic contrast (Se) and atomic number contrast (BSe) imaging of biological and non-biological samples at room temperature or frozen is possible. The facility is also equipped with three CLSMs; a Zeiss LSM510 Meta, a Leica TCS SP5, and an Andor Spinning Disc. In addition the facility has a Leica AM TIRF (Total Internal Reflection Fluorescence) microscope. Each microscope is fully equipped with advanced software packages for image analysis, processing and 3D image reconstruction. Applications include Zsectioning, photobleaching (FRAP and FLIM), fluorescent resonant energy fransfer (FRET), co-localisation and live cell imaging. For further details of molecular imaging contact the Facility Managers: Mrs Christine Richardson (SEM and TEM) a.c.richardson@ durham.ac.uk and Dr Tim Hawkins (CLSMs and TIRF microscope) t.j.hawkins@durham.ac.uk 96 success through nanomaterials

Electronically controlled microgripper used in cell manipulation

Other work involves the development of components for organic electronics, a rapidly developing interdisciplinary technology aiming to produce electronic components based on carbon rather than silicon. Ongoing research projects include organic displays, organic lighting, plastic solar cells, organic transistors and chemical sensors. A further ambitious interdisciplinary research programme is the Computational Carbon project, which combines the skills of Materials Scientists, Computer Scientists and Electronic Engineers within the School. An initial aim is to model and understand the behaviour of molecular networks (e.g. arrays of carbon nanotubes or conductive polymers). However, a long term goal is to build an electronic processor exploiting these architectures without reproducing individual component function - a computer without transistors! For further information on projects involving nanoelectronics and nanotechnology visit www.durham.ac.uk/cmne or contact Professor Michael Petty (m.c.petty@durham.ac.uk)

Microfabrication class 1000 cleanroom

Nanoscience @ Department of Physics Research & Facilities Durham GJ Russell Microscopy Facility (http://www.durham.ac.uk/ electron.microscopy) is a joint facility between five Faculty of Science departments (i.e. Physics, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Engineering and Biology) based in the Department of Physics at Durham University. Staff are engaged in research with Durham University’s Faculty of Science as well as in collaboration with industry, and have a wealth of experience in dealing with many different characterisation requirements. The facility consists of several state-of-the-art electron microscopes (see below) for materials characterisation with extensive facilities for sample preparation. n Hitachi SU70 Scanning electron microscope (SEM) equipped with

energy and wave dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX and WDX respectively), cathodoluminescence and electron beam induced current (EBIC techniques) n JEOL 2100F Transmission electron microscope (TEM) equipped with EDX, electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS), energy filtered TEM (EFTEM) mapping and cryo-tomography

FIB SEM image of CdTe-based solar cell

n FEI Helios Nanolab Focused ion-beam (FIB) microscope with EDX, gas

injection system, ‘slice and view’ and TEM sample preparation facilities

The Durham GJ Russell Microscopy Facility is particularly interested in forming collaborations in the fields of nanoscience and nanotechnology as well as novel materials for energy generation (photovoltaics, fuel cells etc.). Staff have expertise in extracting structural and chemical information across length scales ranging from the underlying microstructure of the material to crystal defects, such as interfaces, at the atomic scale. For further information on the Durham GJ Russell Microscopy Facility contact the Facility Manager: Dr Budhika Mendis (b.g.mendis@ durham.ac.uk)

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BHR Group Ltd Multidisciplinary engineering in nanotechnology

In a changing world the continuous development of nanotechnology calls for a multidisciplinary engineering approach to solve the problems of today and the challenges of tomorrow, while continuing to advance and use this technology in the development of new and conventional engineering products and processes.

engineered correctly. Furthermore, the lack of scientific knowledge on tribological behaviour at micro and nanoscale, prevents integration of this knowledge into the design criteria of plain or combined systems. Industry’s current approach to the design of sliding systems using rubber-like materials, is based on “trial and error” supported by extensive experimental work.

The ‘Bottom up’ approach and the importance of scale transition One of the most challenging problems facing the future of research and development in nanotechnology is understanding and continuously improving fluid and material properties to allow future products and processes to be optimised and qualified for use at an industrial scale.

Kristal has led to the continuous improvement of materials strength and functional properties in modern engineering applications combined with the reduction of cost and weight by increasing the use of rubber and polymerlike materials. BHR have helped to develop coatings and functional surface properties of polymer, metallic and ceramic materials, in some cases replacing lubricants in critical applications.

A bottom up approach to engineering design involves working from nano to macroscale whereby we can design and optimise products at a given scale while considering the effects of scale transition of the product or process. We can achieve this by designing new experimental procedures based upon the real application conditions and combining this with a thorough development of advanced numerical models to describe the fluid and material behaviour allowing the product or process to be optimised. This allows validation across different scales from nano to macroscale. The challenge of modelling problems on multiple scales Current projects at BHR currently have a strong focus on multiscale behaviour of systems both from a physical and computational viewpoint as many of the properties of nanomaterials cannot be described on a single scale by traditional stochastic methods alone. Development of simulation tools for materials and fluids incorporating nanoscale particles must consider such solutions that tackle the challenge of coupling scales allowing the mechanical and chemical behaviour of the system to be better understood. Such tools can help solve many of today’s problems and will be fundamental to future developments in nanotechnology. Combining fluid engineering, material performance and product development The fusion of engineering and science disciplines within Nanotechnology projects at BHR group allow us to work across many industry sectors and tackle highly complex multidisciplinary problems combining our fluid and material engineering knowhow. Some of the projects we have been involved in demonstrate this aptitude allowing our clients to get more out of their products and processes and improve energy efficiency. The Development and scale-up of innovative nanotechnology-based processes into the value chain of the lubricants market (AddNano) Within engine oils and other lubricant applications, such as transmission fluids, and greases used in bearings, the potential exists for lubricants containing nanomaterials to significantly reduce friction and enhance machine durability. This can contribute to substantial energy savings, reduced equipment maintenance and longer machine lifetime. Advanced nanomaterials recently developed, such as inorganic fullerene-like materials (IF’s) and others, have shown some initial promise for their contribution to reducing friction and enhancing protection against wear. AddNano is developing such particles as additives dispersed within lubricants. These particles have the potential to replace conventional anti-wear additives such as Zinc Dialkyl Dithiophosphates (ZDDP’s). For engine oil applications, this in turn can assist in the performance of exhaust-treatment and accordingly reduce harmful emissions as exhaust catalysts tend to become poisoned by the Sulphur and Phosphorous in conventional additives. Knowledge-based Radical Innovation Surfacing for Tribology and Advanced Lubrication (Kristal) Techniques of surface modifications to improve the tribological properties of rubber-like materials is a rather unexplored field, and existing coatings designed to work with these materials can cause excessive wear if not 98 success through nanomaterials

Diagnostic Nanotech and Microtech Sensors (DINAMICS) DINAMICS aims to promote the uptake of nanotechnological approaches by developing an integrated cost effective nanobiological sensor for detection of bioterrorism and environmental assays. The prime deliverable is an exploitable lab-on-a-chip device for detection of pathogens in water using on-the-spot recognition and detection based on the nanotechnological assembly of unlabelled DNA. This uses DNA hybridisation sensors combined with microfluidics and signal conditioning/processing both on silicon and polymer substrates avoiding the use of external apparatus for fluid handling, electrical signal generation and processing.

Qudos Technology Ltd Innovative Micro and Nanotechnology Solutions

Qudos Technology Ltd is a leading UK R&D and prototyping company specialising in micro & nanoscale technologies. Operating from a class 1-100 research and development clean room facility based on the Rutherford Appleton Laboratories site, specialist services include:

Dicing Services Qudos offer a highly competitive dicing production turnaround service, handling wafers, substrates, mask plates and laminates. Materials processed include: silicon, glass, quartz, ceramics and alumina and sapphire. Dicing services include:

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prototyping E Beam Lithography Photolithography Grey Scale Lithography Mask making and CAD services Deposition, etching and lift-off processes Consultancy support

Nanoimprint lithography (NIL) - the very latest word in the industry For a number of years nanolithography has been used to produce 3-D structures for a variety of devices, including holographic images, nano devices, and micro lenses. The main restriction in moving the manufacture of these devices from the prototype stage into volume production is the time taken to produce large area structures using E-Beam lithography. Nanoimprint technology overcomes this problem and enables 3-D nano structures to be produced in volume and economically. The nanostructure pattern is formed in a polymer layer using E-beam lithography. This is then etched and coated to become a master template and then used to transfer the pattern onto a substrate using embossing techniques. Expert engineers at Qudos have considerable experience of using E-Beam lithography to manufacture 3-D structures down to below 50 nm combined with the etch and deposition capability needed to produce complete templates. Qudos are currently applying this to complex structures for both holographic images and device technology.

Total cut through or partially scribed Square and circular substrates up to 150mm Thickness up to 4mm Standard and UV release tapes

Etching Today’s micro and nanotechnology products demand precise etching, with specialist equipment needed to retain vertical wall angles. Extensive knowhow is also required to select the correct ‘recipe’ for the materials involved. Qudos provides fast turnaround of wafers using both standard etching processes and etching methods tailored to your specific application. Two methods of dry etching are offered: DRIE for silicon and RIE for dielectrics and metals. DRIE Silicon Etching Applications: Silicon micro machining MEMS – actuators, micro-motors etc Optical MEMS – IR detectors, switches Bio-MEMS – micro-fluidic channels

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RIE Dielectric and Metal Etching Applications for Etching: n Oxides, nitrides and other dielectrics n Metals including chrome, aluminium and titanium/tungsten n Bespoke materials providing appropriate chemistries are available

For more information call 01235 445468 or email qudos@stfc.ac.uk www.qudostechnology.co.uk

GLOBAL SPECIALISTS IN MICRO & NANOSCALE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT Offering a turnkey prototyping and development service, Qudos Technology cater for a wide range of fully characterised processes ideal for the high level specifications demanded by the Semiconductor, Photonics and Micro Electro Mechanical System Industries. Highly skilled, experienced process engineers State of the art equipment and facilities with a dedicated clean room area

Capable of handling substrates of most shapes and material types Bringing innovative designs to reality through prototyping Designated as The National Prototype Facility

For a free initial project consultation: T:+44 01235 445468 E: qudos@stfc.ac.uk www.qudostechnology.co.uk

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London Centre for Nanotechnology The London Centre for Nanotechnology is a UK-based multidisciplinary enterprise operating at the forefront of science and technology. Founded in 2003, it is a joint venture between University College London and Imperial College London and has operations at both the Bloomsbury and South Kensington sites.

In 2006 LCN moved into a purpose built eight floor building in Gordon Street, Bloomsbury, and it is here that the nano-fabrication Cleanroom is located, spread over two floors. The Cleanroom is managed by a dedicated support team of engineers and technicians, and is able to offer a service to the wider community including other academic institutions and industry. The preferred method of access is for users to become proficient in the use of the equipment their research requires, through a structured series of training modules, with the ultimate objective of undertaking all fabrication themselves. The support team provides safety and equipment training, can advise on technology issues and can also perform processing on behalf of clients with smaller projects. The types of technology fabricated within the facility include nano-spintronic devices, optoelectronics, thin film transistors, solar cells, microfluidics, bioMEMS, micropatterning and microlenses. 100 success through nanomaterials

The Cleanroom was designed into the building at the outset and care was taken to maximise the utility of the clean space by providing room for all support services in service areas immediately adjacent to where they are needed. The Cleanroom area is 225 m2, and is supported by 100 m2 of service space. The Cleanroom is arranged into three tunnels plus an Electron Beam Lithography room all of Class 1000 (Class ISO 6) quality. In addition, half the wet benches and the optical photolithography equipment benefit from additional filtration to the higher Class 100 (Class ISO 5) standard. Much of the equipment installed is similar to that used in a conventional silicon microelectronic facility, but LCN is working with a much wider range of materials to support research on nano-materials and devices. Substrate

types include silicon, III-V semiconductors, organics and diamond which are combined with biological and non-biological layers deposited using unconventional fabrication procedures. We can handle substrates ranging in size from several mm square up to 150mm diameter wafers. At the time the building opened, approximately three quarters of the equipment was new and was specified to work with 100mm & 150mm wafers. There are seven items of plasma equipment, two reactive ion etchers, two plasma enhanced chemical vapour deposition tools with the ability to coat amorphous silicon layers, silicon oxides, nitrides and oxynitrides, two plasma cleaners and an advanced silicon etcher running the Bosch process for deep reactive of etching of silicon. Physical vapour deposition equipment includes three thermal evaporators and one electron beam evaporator, each of which has the capacity for up to four different materials. A three-target sputter system for insulators and metals has recently been installed, and a further sputter system is planned for delivery in early 2011. All this equipment has in situ thickness monitoring. We are able to deposit thin films of a large number of different materials including Cr, Au, Ag, Ni, Al, Ti, ITO, Sn & Ge. The centre tunnel of the Cleanroom is equipped with yellow light compatible with optical photolithography. We have two contact mask aligners able to accommodate the whole range of substrate sizes. Two separate spinner hotplate installations allow dedicated processing for optical resists and electron beam resists. Immediately adjacent is a range of wet benches for liquid-based procedures such as substrate cleaning, rinsing and drying, metal and insulator layer etching, and resist development. A Raith 150 TWO Electron Beam Lithography tool is installed that has the capability to expose features down to 10nm wide. This tool has a substrate capacity of 150mm square, and can operate in Fixed Beam Moving Stage and stitching modes.

Thermal processing is available in two conventional tube furnaces and a rapid thermal processor, both supplied with Oxygen, Nitrogen and Forming Gas. One furnace is reconfigurable to operate under vacuum as well as at ambient pressures. A full range of characterisation equipment is available. This includes SEM, FTIR, AFM, spectroscopic ellipsometry, four-point probe, surface profilers and optical interferometer. We have microscopes equipped with Nomarski illumination, image capture and feature size measurement. The LCN building has other laboratories that provide complementary facilities to the Cleanroom such as a backend lab equipped with a Disco automated saw, two wire bonders and GaAs scribing equipment for substrate cutting and bonding operations. There is also a separate 66m2 Class 10,000 (ISO Class 7) Cleanroom housing two Carl Zeiss Focused Ion Beam tools in the basement. Another lab has all of the equipment needed for generating PDMS replicas of SU8 moulds for BioMEMs and micropatterning. The Cleanroom is used by members and partners of the LCN, as well as external users operating under a contract with LCN. The users come from different traditional disciplines such as chemistry, physics, life sciences and electronics. These users are all at PhD or Post Doc level. For further details or to initiate a project with us please contact the Cleanroom manager, Steve Etienne at s.etienne@ucl.ac.uk. The LCN website http://www.london-nano.com/ provides further details. NanoPerspectiveâ&#x201E;˘ 101

From small things... Breakthroughs in nanotechnology are coming thick and fast. The potential is staggering, but the challenge is to make sure there are no log-jams in taking the latest knowledge out to where it can help solve real world problems. One of the ways the University of Surrey is addressing this issue is via its new Knowledge Transfer Account (KTA). Under this EPSRC programme, the University’s world-leading Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) works with partners in industry to turn its world-class research into projects with tangible economic and societal benefits. Surrey’s KTA provides flexible engagement with industry and the ability to match-fund projects to solve industrial problems. It speeds up decision-making and allows access to a wide range of laboratory facilities both inside and outside the University. With funding of £3.85m from the EPSRC, the Surrey KTA offers an opportunity to work with the University in using these funds to put nanotechnological innovations into practice.

For Surrey, this is business as usual. The University has always believed in generating knowledge that can be applied to real innovations, and was a pioneer in forging close links with government, business and industry. For example, in 2009 the University received £12m funding from EPSRC to enable knowledge transfer through Engineering Doctorate programmes, in which a researcher works on strategic research topics at sponsoring companies, with the costs shared between the company and the University. It has also doubled the number of its Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, one of the most successful programmes for collaboration between industry and academia.

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The University has an enviable record of company spin-outs, and the ATI has spawned four such enterprises to date. One of these is Surrey Nanosystems, a joint venture with CEVP, a manufacturer of Chemical Vapour Deposition tools. Surrey Nanosystems is the only company in the world currently able to make carbon nanotubes at CMOS compatible temperatures.

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Food for thought The nano food sector has become big business with some estimates suggesting that a large proportion of products used globally in the future will be based on nano-technology in some form. The UK Government is already investigating ways in which the nanotechnology sector can develop and has already produced a strategy, setting out ways in which the UK can promote the responsible development of nanotechnologies across all sectors, including food. Such initiatives influence everything that the industry does but the evidence is clear; if companies can prove the value of their work it offers the chance to change the way we eat. Looking further ahead, among ideas being considered are that the food of the future should be as a tailored as possible to the needs of the customer. That kind of thinking means that it could be possible to come up with designer foods with flavours, colours and nutritional qualities built in to meet individual needs. There may also be important applications for nano-technology in the development of foods that can be grown in harsh environments, offering possible solutions to the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s food shortage. At a time when there are concerns about drought and rising global temperatures, nano-technology may yet prove to be one of the key answers to the threat of global starvation.

There are good reasons for this expectation because nano-technology can bring unique advantages to processed foods in many ways and has been playing an increasingly important role in the industry over recent years. That is because food technology has developed rapidly with companies using much more sophistication in the way they develop new products and the way they harness scientific developments. The time for new thinking has well and truly arrived. Many of the technologies involved are at an early stage and much more research is required but the signs are that nano-science does have a major part to play in the years to come. In many ways the industry is building on existing practice because nanomaterials are a natural part of food processing and the production of conventional foods, because the properties of many foods rely on nanometre sized components. The research under way at the moment looks at the way in which manufactured nanoparticles can be added to food or changes made to existing ingredients in order to improve the end product. The possibilities may be exciting but one of the major issues facing the industry is the regulatory issues surrounding the sector. Companies developing new products will have to demonstrate that their work based around food additives and ingredients does not put the consumer at risk. Food safety is high on the Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agenda and companies seeking to take advantage of nano-technology in food always have to consider public perceptions. 104 success through nanomaterials

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Leatherhead Food Research Nanotechnology has been much in the news recently and offers great benefits to the consumer and industry. It is really only in the last few years that the potential of using nanotechnologies in food & drinks products has been evaluated and assessed. Enormous advantages, in terms of product quality & stability and health & nutritional benefits, have been identified and disseminated. Leatherhead Food Research is at the forefront of food science, and has, for the past three years, been involved in monitoring the role of micro- and nano-technologies in the food & drinks industry. A major part of this role has been to identify emerging technologies that have potential for transfer and application in the food industry. Three years ago, Leatherhead Food Research set up a Working Group, NanoWatch©, in collaboration with the ingredients, food & drinks industries to work with companies that possess micro- and nanofabrication and detection equipment. The aim is to provide: n A platform for the ingredients, food and drinks companies on which

technical opportunities for use of micro- and nanotechnology in food and drink products can be identified and assessed n A forum for discussions on the use of micro- and nanotechnology in the food & drink industry n A watching brief on the potential emerging technologies that can bring benefits for both the industries and the consumers n Pre-competitive collaboration projects to demonstrate the feasibility and practicality of micro- and nanotechnology in food and drink science Through its NanoWatch© programme, Leatherhead has developed its knowledge on nanotechnology and its expertise to translate technical and regulatory information into real food and drink products, as well as into packaging and manufacturing processes. Being at the forefront, and through involvement with the United Kingdom’s Parliamentary House of Lords’ Select Committee on Science & Technology’s “Nanotechnologies and Food” Report, Leatherhead can offer research on: Ingredient Functionality & Product Applications n Improvement of product quality in terms of texture and stability using our extensive practical expertise and kitchen and pilot plant facilities combined with ingredients and microstructural facilities. n Enhancement of products’ sensory attributes through use of trained panels and consumers n Evaluation of packaging performance during storage through use of established physical and shelf-life testing regimes Nutritional and Health Benefits n Enhancement of nutritional benefits of food & drink products n Evaluation of health impact through clinical studies Packaging and Processing Efficiency n Use of nano-structured coatings on food contact materials including packaging and processing equipment Detection of Undesirable Components and Micro-organisms n Use of nano-sensors for detection and/or quantification of undesirable components and volatiles that affect the product quality and stability In addition to the technical support, Leatherhead can offer global regulatory support for use of nanotechnologies in food & drinks applications. 106 success through nanomaterials

Nanotechnology offers benefits both to the industry and also to the consumer. Examples include the generation of new products that are structured at the micro and nano levels with greater understanding of the role of individual ingredients in the taste, texture and stability of foods. There is a strong drive to create healthier foods with lower salt, sugar and especially fat, but it is important to the consumer that these products deliver as much satisfaction as the standard ones. One of the main advantages in considering nanotechnology is in the improved thinking behind the development of food products and consequently in relating the microstructure of foods to properties. All foods contain structures that give particular properties to the foods. For example: n Meat contains proteins arranged in the muscle in very precise namo-

arrays and the way these proteins are dispersed in the product affects the fat binding and texture of the meat. n In a similar way, the fat crystal structure is important in stabilising emulsions such as spreads and bakery products, and changes to the size and shape of the crystals affects the properties. n The distribution of fat in a product can change with storage and this is associated with changes to the flavour and texture during the shelf-life of the product. An example of this is in the distribution of fat in a freshly prepared biscuit compared to a stale biscuit (see Figs 1 and 2). In the fresh biscuit the fat is distributed fairly evenly around the starch but in the stale biscuit coalescence of the fat has occurred. Case Study By understanding how the individual ingredients are located in the food and the role they play, healthier products with better qualities can be made. An example of this is the restructuring of a high fat emulsion-based system such as mayonnaise using the knowledge and understanding of the product at the microscale. Standard high fat mayonnaise consists of small fat droplets in a water phase and this structure gives a creamy viscous mouthfeel that is pleasant to eat. In lower fat systems the number of fat droplets is reduced as the level of fat is lowered. This means that the water phase needs to be thickened and stabilised with an additive such as starch. This combination while providing a lower fat stable alternative does not give the same creamy fatty mouthfeel as the high fat standard product. However, if the product is restructured so that some of the water phase is dispersed in the fat droplets then the resulting low fat product gives a very good taste and sensory experience. These water in oil in water emulsions are a natural way of redesigning food at the micro and nano level.

Fig 1 scanning electron microscopy image of a fresh biscuit – fat in right half is seen as white

Fig 2 scanning electron microscopy image of a stale biscuit – fat in right half is shown as white

Potential Applications Other potential applications for nanotechnology include manufacture of delivery systems based on natural food ingredients; restructuring of ingredients and products to give new properties that are of benefit, and new sensors that offer the ability to carry out rapid analyses of critical components or contaminants that might be present in foods. These are still at the

developmental stage but offer the promise of a new generation of analytical techniques based on the developments in nanotechnology in other fields. Leatherhead Food Research is unique in that the scientists at Leatherhead with their expertise in both science and its applications in the real world of the food industry, provide a bridge between science and industry in all areas of food safety, innovation, nutrition and regulatory.

Fig 3 confocal microscopy image of fat droplets in a high fat emulsion fat appears white

Fig 4 confocal microscopy image of water in oil in water droplets (WOW) in a low fat emulsion fat appears white water black

Founded in 1919, Leatherhead Food Research, based near London in the UK, is an independent organisation that delivers innovative research, scientific consultancy and regulatory guidance & interpretation to the food & drinks industry world-wide. It has over 1000 members worldwide in the food and drinks industries, from large multinationals to small and medium sized companies. It provides research and information services that are delivered from its main platforms:

Please contact Dr Pretima Titoria ptitoria@leatherheadfood.com or Kathy Groves kgroves@leatherheadfood.com for further advice on how we can bridge that gap together. Visit us at: www.leatherheadfood.com

n Innovation n Nutrition n Microbiology n Regulatory n Sensory n Knowledge

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A home for innovation

Science parks have increasingly become part of the modern landscape as businesses focus ever more of their work on innovation. With so many nations emerging as major economic forces, it is crucial for the UK to maintain its edge in those areas in which it leads the world. Bringing together experts in various fields is a major way of achieving that, which is where science parks come into the equation. They are designed to create a hotbed atmosphere in which ideas can be explored and where new inventions can emerge. Offering support to these new ideas is important because UK business has always been characterised by innovative approaches, from the great mining and shipbuilding engineers of the 19th Century through the scientists of the 20th Century to the digital innovators of the 21st Century. Each one, and many more like them, has played a part in making the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s industrial landscape what it is. Science parks have been a crucial part of that process because they provide the opportunity for specialist businesses to cluster together. So what makes a good science park? One of the major factors is accommodation, where small businesses can rub shoulders with larger concerns. The good science parks are the ones which provide large-scale accommodation for big companies and laboratory and office space for small start-up companies with big ideas but who only need 200 sq m in their early days. Proximity between companies on science parks is seen as important. A small company trying to work in isolation can find life much more difficult 108 success through nanomaterials

than if they have a bright idea and are able to walk down the corridor or across the quadrangle to discuss it with another expert. And although business is competitive, the science park experience has shown that a strong sense of co-operation and collaboration can allow ideas to develop at a much quicker rate than if companies operated in their own little worlds. There are many UK science parks and most are characterised by their proximity to good transport links, be it a major roads or good air and railway links. Another notable characteristic is their proximity to universities. Knowledgebased businesses thrive in the environment created by links between science parks and those universities providing some of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brightest young stars in the field of science-and technology. Talk to some of the major figures in scientific circles and their stories started at university before continuing in the commercial world. Every year sees an emergence of more bright young talent and major companies are keen to recruit and support the next generation of innovators, either by taking on people or supporting small companies, because science moves ever more rapidly. Science parks are a fine way of allowing them keep pace.

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University of Sheffield Bioincubator / Kroto Innovation Centre

Our world class expertise, facilities and support services can help to improve productivity, efficiency, and the competitiveness of your business. The University of Sheffield is one of the UK’s leading centres for nanoscience research with one third of the Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) “nano” funding awarded to the University last year. Our Department of Materials Science and Engineering is the largest Materials Science centre in the UK, and is ranked as 2nd in the Guardian’s 2011 league table of Materials Departments. As such the Department has a wealth of research capabilities across the entire materials field from metallurgy to biomaterials.

As part of our “Open for Business” approach the University has developed two centres to provide high quality and flexible accommodation for start ups, early and medium stage businesses and more recently corporate labs. This range of skills has enabled us to develop many successful working relationships with industry and our expertise across a broad field of subject areas makes us an ideal partner. Over the past few years we have collaborated with thousands of organisations keen to harness our expertise, technology, and insight. These have ranged from some of the world’s largest corporations to smaller regional companies and start-ups.

Opened in February 2006, the Sheffield Bioincubator is within 3 km of 3 major hospitals and close walking distance to the Medical School and other support Departments vital to Life and Bioscience companies. It comprises 1,140 square metres of fully flexible world-class labs and 700 square metres of contemporary furnished offices. Opened in January 2007, the Kroto Innovation Centre is located on North Campus, home to over 20 research groups including Environmental Engineering, Tissue Engineering and the National Centre for III-V Technologies. It comprises 86 square metres of optical labs and 409 square metres of offices. Sheffield - a global reputation for innovation and excellence in manufacturing, and the only UK city whose name is protected as a Trademark. For further details contact: Mark Sanderson, Innovation Centres Manager t: +44 (0) 114 222 4420 e: mark.sanderson@sheffield.ac.uk

The National Centre for III-V Technologies, University of Sheffield

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Wilton Centre Ideal base for businesses - Established and new

One of the North East’s leading science and business parks, The Wilton Centre, is a well-regarded location that can accommodate businesses at every stage of their growth. Whilst the centre is well-known for its capacity to offer grow-on space to developing business its capacity to support new businesses working in the science, technology, engineering and life sciences sectors was given a huge boost with the announcement earlier this year of the development of a 10,000 sq ft facility incorporating ten specialist laboratories and office space. The Wilton Centre Innovation Accelerator Incubator - which has been designed by the Wilton Centre Facilities Management (WCFM) and CPI Innovation Accelerator teams - is due to be completed at the end of 2010. The promised new premises have attracted a lot of interest and one company - BioInnovel, a provider of bioprocess monitoring and control technologies – was so impressed that it has already signed up. Founded in Cambridge in 2006, BioInnovel develops and commercialises real-time rheology sensors and predictive optimal control software for bioprocesses in the Pharmaceutical, Environmental, and Agro-Food industries worldwide.

The sensors measure the mechanical properties of industrial bio-cultures using non-destructive ultrasonic testing. BioInnovel’s sensing technology can benefit R&D facilities through faster scale-up of new drugs and the plant operation of end-user bio-manufacturers. The company’s Founder & Technical Director, Joanna Vlahopoulou, said the presence in the Incubator of market sector specialists from CPI’s Innovation Accelerator team had been one of the deciding factors when considering their move to The Wilton Centre. “The collaboration with CPI will contribute to our company’s strategic growth as it will bring us nearer to the bio-industry customer base, and support the validation of our sensing technologies,” she explained. While awaiting completion of the Incubator, BioInnovel has taken up residence in temporary laboratory and office space at The Wilton Centre. Further details of the new development as well as opportunities for expansion, scale-up facilities and pilot plant are available at: www.wiltoncentre.com

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The vast majority of nanomaterials manufacturers has been finding it difficult to scale-up their production processes with very few manufacturers being able to produce tens of tons of nanomaterials annually. Moreover, the complex nature of nanomaterials has raised certain doubts by end users regarding the technical reliability of these materials. To address these challenges, INNOVNANO (part of CUF, the largest Portuguese chemical group) has developed a unique and innovative proprietary patented process. The process is defined as high-pressure semi continuous process for the large-scale production of nanomaterials and advanced ceramic powders. High pressure (> 30,000 bars) and high temperature (range of 500Â°C to 2000Â°C) are combined with ultrafast quenching (up to 108 K/s to 109 K/s) in one single reaction step. Furthermore, the complete automation of the manufacturing process has resulted in minimum human intervention and eliminated downtime, thereby ensuring production maximization and quick response time to customers. The process has been controlled in such a way that competitive selection of precursors and production conditions is possible to tap the appropriate properties of metal oxides, doped metal oxides, and composites. Today, INNOVNANO offers several commercial nanoparticles in the range of 20 nm to 60 nm. This patented technology is useful to target the various mechanical, thermal, electrical, optical, and other pertinent properties of these nanomaterials to cater to advanced coatings and advanced ceramics, as well as the energy sector and cosmetics industries. Different synthesis options have been created for preparing either single compound microparticles or nanoparticles, or a homogeneous mixture of various compounds in the same particle. The proper control of reaction kinetics has ensured that both partial and complete coatings could be easily synthesized in the manufacturing process. INNOVNANO is part of NANOFutures, the European initiative for sustainable development of nanotechnology, and is also part of the Nanotechnology Industries Association (N.I.A), which represents the industrial nanotechnology supply chain in Europe.

INNOVNANO Materiais AvanĂ§ados, SA Tel +351 21 005 85 00 E-mail info@innovnano.pt www.innovnano.pt CUF Affiliated Company

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Providing industry with technical expertise and problem solving capabilities in all areas of polymer science.

Europe’s largest application-oriented research organisation. We develop innovative materials for tomorrow’s products

General Applications is an innovation and intellectual property company, specialising in the application of nano-scale vacuum technology to create advanced insulating materials with many potential applications in a wide range of industries. GKSS Research Centre Geesthacht GmbH Volker Abetz Max-Planck-Straße 1, Geesthacht D-21502 Germany T: +49 415 287 2461 E: volker.abetz@gkss.de W: www.gkss.de GKSS are involved in coastal and materials research at the GKSS Research Centre in Geesthacht and in Teltow near Berlin. HC Starck and Co. John Bayley Product / Key Account Manager Geb. B202, Bayerwerk, Leverkusen D-51368 Germany T: +49 214 30 26718 E: john.bayley@hcstarck.com W: www.hcstarck.com High quality for products and services, optimum operating efficiency, comprehensive environmental and health protection as well as qualified and self dependent employees are coequal success factors to achieve our corporate objectives. Hexcel Composites Ltd Dr Martin Simmons Polymer Chemist Duxford, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB22 4QD United Kingdom T: +44 1223 838 787 E: Martin.Simmons@hexcel.com W: www.hexcel.com Hexcel’s innovative tools developed to help you streamline the engineering design process. Higgins Consultancy Dr David Higgins Director Whiteley Side, Commondale, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO21 2HJ United Kingdom T: +44 1287 660 796 E: david.higgins@onyxnet.co.uk W: www.higginsconsultancyltd.co.uk We specialise in supporting companies by inventing and developing new products based upon polymers. Hitech Furnaces Ltd Mr Vincent Daly Managing Director Unit 11, Maple Business Park, Walter Street, Aston, Birmingham, West Midlands B7 5ET United Kingdom T: +44 121 326 0077 E: sales@hitechfurnaces.co.uk W: www.hitechfurnaces.co.uk The new company being formed by the previous Division Sales Manager and Engineering Manger. Vincent Daly is still developing trhe company to progress alongside the ever increasing technical demands of its customers, virtually all of whom are multi-nationally corporations or respected names in academia

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Hollingsworth & Vose GmbH Juergen Binzer General Manager Berlebulger Strasse 71., Hatzfeld/Eder D-35116 Germany T: +49 646 78010 E: jbinzer@hovo.de W: www.hollingsworth-vose.com

Intertek Measurement Science Group Dr Simon Allen Managing Director Wilton Centre, Wilton, Redcar TS10 4RF United Kingdom T: +44 1642 435 755 E: simon.allen@intertek.com W: www.measurementscience.co.uk

Hollingsworth & Vose Company’s technical, filter, and specialty papers, nonwovens, and advanced composites are driving higher performance in many industries.

Analysis, characterisation, problem-solving and consultancy are offered in production, product development, research and technical services.

Huntsman Chris Lindsay Everslaan 45, Everberg B-3078 Belgium T: +32 2758 9691 E: chris_i_lindsay@huntsman.com W: www.huntsman.com Huntsman is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals. Huntsman Polyurethanes Angela Hughes Communications Wilton Centre, Wilton, Redcar TS10 4RF United Kingdom T: +44 1642 438 000 E: angela_e_hughes@huntsman.com W: www.huntsman.com Huntsman is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals. Huntsman Polyurethanes Conny Nijs Everslaan 45, Everberg B-3078 Belgium T: +32 2758 9764 E: conny_nijs@huntsman.com W: www.huntsman.com Huntsman polyurethanes is a global leading in providing MDI based polyurethanes solutions across an extensive range of applications and market sectors. IBU-tec advanced materials GmbH Dr Lars Leidolph Head of Research & Development Hainweg 9-10, Weimar D-99425 Germany T: +49 364 386 490 E: leidolph@ibu-tec.de W: www.ibu-tec.de We produce excellent quality nanoscale or microscale powders, granules and suspensions with the most unique properties developed in house for applications in the life science and green-tech fields. IFW Dresden Albrecht Leonhardt Helmholtzstraße 20, Dresden D-01069 Germany T: +49 351 465 90 E: a.leonhardt@ifw-dresden.de W: www.ifw-dresden.de Fundamental and applied research and development with special emphasis on solid state and materials science. Imerys Minerals Ltd Dr David Whiteman Technical Service manager Par Moor Centre, Par Moor Road, Par, Cornwall PL24 2SQ United Kingdom T: +44 1726 818 041 E: david.whiteman@imerys.com W: www.imerys-perfmins.com The world leader in Industrial Minerals. Imerys mines rare resources and turns them into specialities that improve the products and processes of its customers in industry and construction. Institute of Materials Engineering Ingor Baumann Dortmund University of Technology, Leonhard-Eurle-Strasse 2, Dortmund D-44227 Germany T: +49 231 755 5318 E: ingor.baumann@udo.edu W: www.uni-dortmund.de The Technical University of Dortmand, teaches and conducts research in the global conflict between nature, man and technology. Institute of Photonics Mr Simon Andrews Business Development Manager University of Strathclyde, Wolfson Centre, 106 Rottenrow, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G4 0NW United Kingdom T: +44 141 553 4120 E: simon.andrews@strath.ac.uk W: www.photonics.ac.uk The Institute of Photonics is a commerciallyoriented research unit, part of the University of Strathclyde.

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Intrinsiq Materials Ltd. Dr Ian Clark Sales & Marketing Director Cody Technology Park, Ively Road, Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0LX United Kingdom T: +44 1252 392 348 E: ianclark@intrinsiqmaterials.com W: www.intrinsiqmaterials.com Intrinsiq Materials is a leading advanced materials company developing disruptive technology solutions for a broad range of products that protect health and promote wellness. Ionscope Limited Mr Noah Freedman CEO A2 Ash House, Melbourn Science Park, Cambridge Road, Melbourn, Cambridgeshire SG8 6HB United Kingdom T: +44 20 7691 2078 E: noah@ionscope.com W: www.ionscope.com Ionscope develops, manufactures and sells systems for scanning ion conductance microscopy (SICM) - a new SPM technique, able to produce images of living cell membranes at a resolution fifty times better than achievable using a conventional optical microscope. IOTA NanoSolutions Ltd Miss Iram Choudary Marketing Manager MerseyBio, Crown Street, Liverpool, Merseyside L69 7ZB United Kingdom T: +44 151 795 4195 E: iram.choudary@iotanano.com W: www.iotanano.com IOTA Solutions Limited offers the oppotunity to dramatically enhance the value of insoluble and poor soluble active ingredients in a range of market sectors. Keeling & Walker Ltd Mr Stephen Lipiec Managing Director Whieldon Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST4 4JA United Kingdom T: +44 1782 744 136 E: s.lipiec@keelingwalker.co.uk W: www.keelingwalker.co.uk Keeling & Walker Limited renowned across the globe as the leading supplier of tin oxide and related materials. Kingston Chemicals Dr Robert Lewis Project Manager Department of Chemistry, The University of Hull, Cottingham Road, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire HU6 7RX United Kingdom T: +44 1482 466 486 E: R.A.Lewis@hull.ac.uk W: www.kingston-chemicals.co.uk Kingston Chemicals can service your commercial or academic needs for advanced materials. Klockner Pentaplast GmbH Caroline Funk Vice President, Strategic Marketing & Communications P.O. Box 11 65, Montabaur, Heiligenroth D-56401 Germany T: +49 260 2915 132 E: C.Funk@kpfilms.com W: www.kpfilms.com We manufacture the film industry’s broadest range of innovative, high quality products, and continuously develop new technologies and formulations

Lanxess Akhtar Osman P.O Box 3001, 1265 Vidal Street South, Sarnia, Ontario N7T 7M2 Canada T: +1 519 337 8251 E: akhtar.osman@lanxess.com W: www.lanxess.com LANXESS is a leader in specialty chemicals and operates in all important global markets. Le Carbone Lorraine Maria Kavanagh Durham Lane Industrial Park, Eaglescliffe, Stockton-on-Tees, Teeside TS16 0RH United Kingdom T: +44 1642 793 302 E: maria.kavanagh@carbonelorraine.com W: www.lecarbone-gb.co.uk Le Carbone (GB) is the UK base of the Carbone Lorraine Groupe, leaders in the field of graphite and carbon manufacturing. Lehmann & Voss & Co Edgar Meyer-Schonfelder Plant Wandsbek, Schimmelmannstr 103, Hamburg D-22043 Germany T: +49 404 419 7492 E: e.meyer-schoenfelder@lehvoss.de W: http://co.uk.lehvoss.de Lehvoss UK supplies raw materials to a variety of industries: plastics, paint and coatings, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, rubber, lubricants and polyurethane processors. LG Electronics See-Hyung Lee LG Twin Towers, 20 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul ROK-150-721 South Korea T: +82 237 771 114 E: Gahlee@lge.com W: www.lgchem.com A global leader, growing with customers by providing innovative materials and solutions. Lubrizol Advanced Materials Douglas Barr Deparment Manager PO Box 88, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1QN United Kingdom T: +44 1332 845 459 E: dmbr@lubrizol.com W: www.lubrizol.com The Lubrizol Corporation is an innovative speciality chemical company focused on improving the quality and performance of our customer’s products. Lucite International Andy Janowicz Wilton Centre, Wilton, Redcar, Cleveland TS10 4RF United Kingdom T: +44 1642 447 118 E: andy.janowicz@lucite.com W: www.lucite.com Lucite International is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of acrylic-based products. It is the driving force behind two of the worlds best-known material brands, Lucite and Perspex. M & I Materials Mark Grayson-Wood Marketing Manager Hibernia Way, Trafford Park, Manchester M32 0ZD United Kingdom T: +44 161 865 4413 E: mi@mimaterials.com W: www.mimaterials.com M&I Materials Limited is dedicated to manufacturing Specialist Materials for Industry and Science and is the driving force behind a portfolio of successful brands including APIEZON®, METROSIL®, MIDEL® and WOLFMET®.

Knowledge Centre for Materials Chemistry (KCMC) Dr John Conti-Ramsden Director The Heath, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 4QX United Kingdom T: +44 1928 511 824 E: john.conti-ramsden@materialschemistry.org W: www.materialschemistry.org

M4 Technologies Ltd Dr Laurence Archibald Managing Director Wolfson Building, University Park, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG7 2RD United Kingdom T: +44 115 951 5995 E: laurence.archibald@nottingham.ac.uk W: www.emnet.co.uk

The knowledge centre for materials chemistry is a virtual centre of expertise providing multi-disciplinary research and innovative knowledge transfer based on world class capabilities in applied materials chemistry.

M4 Technologies provides industry with well managed, high quality research, consultancy and technology transfer. We can assist companies to develop products and processes from innovative ideas and take them through to the marketplace.

Magnetic Shields Ltd Mr Stephen Locker Technical Director Headcorn Road, Staplehurst, Kent TN12 0DS United Kingdom T: +44 1580 891 521 E: stevel@magneticshields.co.uk W: www.magneticshields.co.uk With over 50 years of experience, we have the in house knowledge to meet specific requirements for any magnetic shielding application including the selection of the correct alloys such as mu-metal*; geometric design of the shield; determination of the best fabrication method for your requirements. Materia Nova Michael Alexandre Parc Initialis, Avenue Nicolas Copernic 1, Mons B-7000 Belgium T: +32 6537 3800 E: materia-nova@materianova.be W: www.materia-nova.com Materia-Nova is materials R & D centre, part financed by the Walloon Region. Your partner in innovation, Materia-Nova is positioned as the catalyst for your ideas. Materials & Engineering Research Institute Mr Nick Farmilo Marketing Manager Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S1 1WB United Kingdom T: +44 114 225 3500 E: meri@shu.ac.uk W: www.shu.ac.uk/meri The Materials and Engineering Research Institute (MERI) brings together a highly multi-desciplinary team of researchers who aim to achieve the highest standards in materials and engineering research. Materials Solutions Mr Carl Brancher CEO University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands B15 2TT United Kingdom T: +44 121 414 7117 E: carlbrancher@materialssolutions.co.uk W: www.materialssolutions.co.uk Materials Solutions operates an applications development centre part funded by both Advantage West Midlands and the MNT initiative managed by the Technology Strategy Board for BERR. Micro Materials Ltd Adrian Harris Sales & Application Engineer Willow House, Yale Business Village, Ellice Way, Wrexham, Clwyd LL13 7YL United Kingdom T: +44 1978 261 615 E: adrian@micromaterials.co.uk W: www.micromaterials.co.uk Micromaterials Ltd provides innovative nanomechanical test instrumentation for a wide range of applications. microLS GmbH S Czerner Hollerithallee 8, Hannover D-30419 Germany T: +49 511 278 8348 E: ceo@microls.com W: www.microls.com Microls®, the technique for fast production of metallic and ceramic precision prototypes. Microsphere Technology Ltd Aileen Cameron Ballinakill, Kilfinny, Adare, County Limerick Ireland T: +353 6139 5222 E: info@microspheretechnology.com W: www.microspheretechnology.com Microsphere Technology is an innovative materials technology company specialising in the coating of microspheres. MRI (Materials Research Institute) Robert Cornwall The Pennsylvania State University, 263 Materials Research Laboratory Building, University Park, Pennsylvania PA 16802 United States of America T: +1 814 863 8735 E: rgc@psu.edu W: www.mri.psu.edu World leaders in materials research, Penn State’s Materials Research Institute was created to coordinate the highly diverse and growing materials activities across Penn State’s sprawling main campus.

Sponsored by... Nanoco Technologies Limited Dr Nigel Picket Founder and Chief Technology Officer Core Technology Facility, 46 Grafton Street, Manchester M13 9NT United Kingdom T: +44 161 603 7900 E: npickett@nanocotechnologies.com W: www.nanocotechnologies.com Nanoco Group PLC and its operating subsidiary Nanco Technologies Ltd partner major R&D and blue-chip industrial organisations in the development of applications incorporating semiconductor nanoparticles, “quantum dots”. Nanocyl s.a. Frederic Luizi Rue de l’Essor, 4, Sambreville B-5060 Belgium T: +32 7175 0380 E: fluizi@nanocyl.com W: www.nanocyl.com Nanocyl is the leading global manufacturer of speciality and industrial carbon nanotubes. Nanoforce Technology Ltd Mr Brian Matthews CEO Queen Mary, University of London, Walter Besant Building, Mile End Road, London E1 4NS United Kingdom T: +44 20 7882 2773 E: b.matthews@nanoforce.co.uk W: www.nanoforce.co.uk Nanoforce technology is a world leading advanced materials processing in the development of advanced polymers and composites and high performance ceramics with a focus on the development of processing routes that can be commercialised by industry. Nanogate AG Dr Rudiger Nass Chief Technology Advisor Zum Schacht 3, Quierschied-Goettelborn D-66287 Germany T: +49 681 980 520 E: ruediger.nass@nanogate.com W: www.nanogate.de Nanogate AG is an international lead enabler in the growth market of nanotechnology. Nanotecture Ltd Dr Andrew Marshall Head of Business & Development Manager Epsilon House, Enterprise Road, Southampton Science Park, Southampton, Hampshire SO16 7NS United Kingdom T: +44 23 8076 7074 E: andrew.marshall@nanotecture.co.uk W: www.nanotecture.co.uk Nanotecture specialises in the production of nanoporous materials and the development of highly efficient electrical storage devices based on those materials. Nantero George Ghenciu 25-E Olympia Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts MA 01801 United States of America T: +1 781 569 0957 E: egghenciu@nantero.com W: www.nantero.com Nantero is a nanotechnology company using carbon nanotubes for the development of next-generation semiconductor devices. National Metals Technology Centre Ltd Alan Partridge Swinden House, Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire S60 3AR United Kingdom T: +44 1709 724 990 E: alan.partridge@namtec.co.uk W: www.namtec.co.uk The National Metals Technology Centre (NAMTEC) was established to improve the competitiveness and sustainability of the metals and related engineering industries throughout the UK. NetComposites Gordon Bishop Managing Director Tapton Park Innovation Centre, Brimington Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S41 0TZ United Kingdom T: +44 1246 541 918 E: gordon.bishop@netcomposites.com W: www.netcomposites.com NetComposites is a global research, consultancy and online media company, creating and using innovative technologies to advance the composites industry.

North East Wales Institute Andrew Wright PP19, Faculty of Science and Technology, Glyndwr University, Plas Coch, Mold Road, Wrexham, Clwyd LL11 2AW United Kingdom T: +44 1978 293 369 E: a.wright@glyndwr.ac.uk W: www.newi.ac.uk/wrighta/index.htm Advanced Materials Research Laboratory.

PI-KEM Ltd Mr Colin Rouse Technical Director Unit 20, Tame Valley Business Centre, Magnus, Tamworth, Staffordshire B77 5BY United Kingdom T: +44 1939 234 801 E: colin@pi-kem.co.uk W: www.pi-kem.co.uk

Q-Flo Dr Martin Pick COO St Johns Innovation Centre, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0WS United Kingdom T: +44 7990 512 032 E: Martin.Pick@q-flo.com W: www.q-flo.com

Novel Polymers David Malin Business Development Manager Aspen House, 16 Miller Court, Severn Drive, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 8BD United Kingdom T: +44 1684 853 750 E: david.malin@novelpolymers.com W: www.novelpolymers.com

PI-KEM Ltd supplies a full range of advanced materials and laboratory equipment into the research (R&D and Academic) and industrial markets across the UK, Europe and Asia.

Q-Flo Ltd commercialises research findings in the areas of advanced nano-enabled materials, specifically in the area of carbon nanotube materials and their applications.

Pilkington Technology Centre Paul Holmes Chief Surface Scientist Building Products R&D, Hall Lane, Lathom, Ormskirk, Lancashire L40 5UF United Kingdom T: +44 1695 54 564 E: paul.holmes@nsg.com W: www.pilkington.com

Robinson Brothers Ltd Adrian Hanrahan Phoenix Street, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 0AH United Kingdom T: +44 121 553 2451 E: amhanrahan@robinsonbrothers.ltd.uk W: www.robinsonbrothers.ltd.uk

Novel Polymers is an established UK company that develops high performance polymer materials. Omya (Switzerland) Ltd Markus Spahr Baslerstrasse 42, Oftringen CH-4665 Switzerland T: +41 62 789 2929 E: markus.spahr@omya.com W: www.omya.ch Omya (Schweiz) AG is the leading supplier of industrial minerals based on calcium carbonate and dolomite and acts as a manufacturer and distributor of specialty chemicals in Switzerland. Organic Materials Innovation Centre (OMIC) Professor Mike Turner The Department of Chemistry, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL United Kingdom T: +44 161 275 1421 E: michael.turner@manchester.ac.uk W: www.omic.org.uk OMIC is a University Innovation Centre for the speciality organic materials and polymer industries, and is bridging the gap between the knowledge which universities generate and that which businesses need in order to innovate and grow. Orla Protein Technologies Ltd Dr Dale Athey CEO BioScience Centre, International Centre for Life, Times Square, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 4EP United Kingdom T: +44 191 231 3127 E: dale.athey@orlaproteins.com W: www.orlaproteins.com Orla technology overcomes existing limitations to the manufacture of biological surfaces. Orla has patented, developed and commercialised a technology which radically simplifies the way in which proteins are immobilised on surfaces. Oxford Advanced Surfaces (OAS) Group Plc Dr Gareth Wakefield Group Manager - Physical Technologies BCIE Begbroke Science Park, Sandy Lane, Yarnton, Oxford OX5 1PF United Kingdom T: +44 1865 854 8527 E: gareth.wakefield@oxfordsurfaces.com W: www.oxfordsurfaces.com Oxford Advanced Surfaces Group Plc develops and commercialises advanced material solutions that are cost effective and simple to implement via our platform surface modification technology. Panalytical Limited Reg Nicholls Business Manager of UK and Ireland 7310 IQ Cambridge, Waterbeach CB25 9AY United Kingdom T: +44 1223 203 481 E: reg.nicholls@panalytical.com W: www.panalytical.com PANalytical enables you and your business to benefit from our leading expertise and experience in the important field of materials characterization. Particular GmbH Niko Bärsch Dipl.-Ing. Niko Bärsch, Hollerithallee 8, 30419 Hannover T: +49 511 2788 313 E: baersch@particular.eu W: http://particular.eu/ PEBOC - Division of Eastman Co. David Chapman Industrial Estate, Llangefni, Anglesey, Gwynedd LL77 7YQ United Kingdom T: +44 1248 725 217 E: chapmand@eastman.com W: www.eastman.com Eastman manufactures the chemicals, fibers and plastics that give everyday products the strength, design and functional characteristics desired by consumers and commerical customers worldwide.

Pilkington is a global leader in the manufacture and supply of glass. Plasma Quest Ltd Barry Holton Director Unit 1B, The Rose Estate, Osborn Way, Hook, Hampshire RG27 9UT United Kingdom T: +44 1256 740 680 E: barry.holton@plasmaquest.co.uk W: www.plasmaquest.co.uk Plasma Quest provides thin film materials and process solutions that cannot be met by conventional depostition technologies. PlasmaChem (Berlin) GmbH Alexey Antipov Rudower Chaussee 29, Berlin D-12489 Germany T: +49 306 392 6313 E: antipov@plasmachem.com W: www.plasmachem.com The company applies detonation-, vacuum-, plasma- and ultra-thin film technologies to produce nanomaterials for biomedical and technical applications. Polygauss Ltd Paul Satinoff 27 Mayville Drive, Didsbury, Manchester M20 3RB United Kingdom T: +44 161 434 2543 E: paul@polygauss.com W: www.polygauss.co.uk Polygauss is based in manchester and is european distributor and stockist for the superb range of polymer bonded ferrite and rare earth injection moulding compounds produced with full technical support by Mate Corporation in Japan. Polymer IRC Mrs Helen Clancy Senior Administor University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 9JT United Kingdom T: +44 113 343 3856 E: h.e.clancy@leeds.ac.uk W: www.polymerirc.org The Polymer IRC provides skills and resources in macromolecular science and technology by bringing the leading academic institutions of the universities of Leeds, Bradford, Durham and Sheffield. Powder Matrix Dr Stuart MacLachlan Research and Development Manager Queens Road, Penkhull, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST4 7LQ United Kingdom T: +44 1782 764 404 E: stuart.maclachlan@ceram.com W: www.powdermatrix.org The Materials KTN is an overarching network in materials set up to bring together the views of business, design, research and technology organisations and trade associations. Promethean Particles Dr Sandy Gordon Business Development Manager Biocity, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 1GF United Kingdom T: +44 115 912 4477 E: Sandy.Gordon@Proparticles.co.uk W: www.prometheanparticles.co.uk We are a spin-out company from the University of Nottinham that has developed a unique reactor technology to allow unprecedented product product control and flexibility in inorganic nanoparticle dispersion manufacture.

We are one of the UK’s largest independent manufacturers of speciality organic chemicals, providing a comprehensive package of products and technical services. Rockwood Pigments John Birkett 7101 Muirkirk Road, Beltsville, Maryland MD 20705-1333 United States of America T: +1 301 210 3400 E: john.birkett@rpigments.com W: www.rpigments.com Rockwood Specialties Group, Inc. is a leading global specialty chemicals and advanced materials company. ROCOL Chris Nettleship ROCOL House, Swillington, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS26 8BS United Kingdom T: +44 113 232 2609 E: chris.nettleship@rocol.com W: www.rocol.com We manufacture a range of innovative greases, oils, metalworking fluids, lubricants, aerosol paints, anti-slip floor coatings and panels- all designed to exceed today’s challenging operating conditions. SABIC Innovative Plastics Jan Matthijssen Plasticsiaan 1, PO Box 117, Bergen op Zoom NL-4600 AC Netherlands T: +31 16 429 2494 E: Jan.Matthijssen@gepex.ge.com W: www.sabic-ip.com SABIC Innovative Plastics brings you new materials and technologies that drive changes in the design and use of consumer and industrial products in every part of the world. SAFC Hitech Ms Sarah Leese Global Marketing Manager Power Road, Bromborough, Wirral, Merseyside CH62 3QF United Kingdom T: +44 151 334 2774 E: sarah.leese@sial.com W: www.safchitech.com SAFC Hitech provides a unique chemistry service translating application understanding into performance materials. SCHOTT UK Ltd Mr John Medows Managing Director Drummond Road, Astonfields Industrial Estate, Stafford, Staffordshire ST16 3EL United Kingdom T: +44 1785 223 166 E: john.meadows@schott.com W: www.schott.com Our company has been developing and manufacturing special glass, special materials,components and systems, to improve how people live and work. Scientific Vacuum Systems Ltd Mr Terry Shimell Sales Director 11/12 Weller Drive, Hogwood Lane Industrial Estate, Finchampstead, Wokingham, Berkshire RG40 4QZ United Kingdom T: +44 118 973 1946 E: terry@svs.co.uk W: www.svs.co.uk Scientific Vacuum Systems Ltd. (SVS) have spcialised in the manufacture Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) systems.

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Scott Bader Co Ltd Gavin Creech Senior Applications Engineer Wollaston, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire NN29 7RJ United Kingdom T: +44 1933 663 100 E: gavin_creech@scottbader.com W: www.scottbader.com

The Welding Institute (TWI) Ltd Alec Gunner Section Manager - Specialist Materials and Joining, Advanced Materials and Processes Group Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge CB21 6AL United Kingdom T: +44 1223 899 000 E: alec.gunner@twi.co.uk W: www.twi.co.uk

Scott Bader is a multinational chemical company employing 600 people worldwide with manufacturing sites in Europe, Middle East, South Africa and has a turnover of 220 million Euros.

TWI is a global company delivering world class value to its members, through research, consultancy and training services in welding and joining, engineering, NDT inspection,materials, surfacing and lifestyle intergrity.

Smith & Nephew Extruded Films Jonathan Foulkes New Technologies Manager Broad Lane, Gilberdyke, East Riding of Yorkshire HU15 2TD United Kingdom T: +44 1430 440 757 E: jonathan.foulkes@smith-nephew.com W: www.smith-nephew.com Smith & Nephew is dedicated to developing innovative, cost-effective products and techniques that deliver significant advantages to patients. Smith & Nephew PLC Dr Saad Ali Senior Scientist Research Centre, York Science Park, Heslington, York, North Yorkshire YO10 5DF United Kingdom T: +44 1904 824 000 E: saad.ali@smith-nephew.com W: www.smith-nephew.com Smith & Nephew is dedicated to developing innovative, cost-effective products and techniques that deliver significant advantages to patients. Smithers Rapra Technology Ltd Mike Day Shawbury, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 4NR United Kingdom T: +44 1939 250 383 E: mday@rapra.net W: www.rapra.net World leading independent rubber and plastic consultants. Surrey Nanosystems Mr Duncan Cooper Director, Sales & Marketing Unit 24, Euro Business Park, New Road, Newhaven, East Sussex BN9 0DQ United Kingdom T: +44 1273 515 899 E: d.cooper@surreynanosystems.com W: www.surreynanosystems.com Surrey NanoSystems produces highly advanced systems for carbon Nanotube growth at high and low temperatures. Swan Chemical Charles Fleet 136 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst, Lyndhurst, New Jersey NJ 07071 United States of America T: +1 201 729 1400 E: cvanfleet@thomas-swan.co.uk W: www.thomas-swan.co.uk A leading independent manufacturer of performance and speciality chemicals. Teknek John Cunningham Chief Chemist River Drive, Inchinnan Business Park, Renfrew, Renfrewshire PA4 9RT United Kingdom T: +44 141 568 8100 E: johncu@teknek.co.uk W: www.teknek.com Teknek are world leaders in manufacturing solutions for the contact sheet cleaning and web cleaning sector. Tetronics Ltd Dr Mike Wise Chief Metallurgist A2 Marston Gate, South Marston Park, Swindon, Wiltshire SN3 4DE United Kingdom T: +44 1793 238 500 E: mike.wise@tetronics.com W: www.tetronics.com A leading manufacturer and supplier of High Temperature DC Plasma arc technology.

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Thomas Swan & Company Limited Mr Harry Swan Managing Director Crookhall, Consett, County Durham DH8 7ND United Kingdom T: +44 1207 505 131 E: hswan@thomas-swan.co.uk W: www.thomas-swan.co.uk The company manufactures over 100 products, from kilogramme to multi-tonne quantities, and offers an experienced and flexible custom manufacturing service. Toray Industries Inc Yulf Ozeki Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, 1-1, Nihonbashi-Muromachi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo J-103-8666 Japan T: +81 332 455 111 E: yuji_ozeka@nts.toray.co.jp W: www.toray.com Toray Group fuses nanotechnology into its operations, using organic synthetic chemistry, polymer chemistry and biotechniology as its core technologies. Tun Abdul Razak Research Centre Andy Chapman Head Of Development Unit TARRC, Brickendonbury, Hertford, Hertfordshire SG13 8NL United Kingdom T: +44 1992 584 966 E: achapman@tarrc.co.uk W: www.tarrc.co.uk Our mission is to enhance the competitiveness and viability of the Malaysian rubber industries in the global environment through focused R&D technology and quality support services. Umicore Zinc Chemicals Benoit Pirotte Rue de Chênée 53/2, Angleur B-4031 Belgium T: +32 4366 6432 E: benoit.pirotte@umicore.com W: www.umicore.com

VTT Pentti Eklund P.O. Box 1000, Tampere FIN-02044 Finland T: +358 2072 2111 E: pentti.eklund@vtt W: www.vtt.fi VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland is a globally networked multitechnological contract research organization. W.E.Amies Plastics & Co. Limited Mr William Johnson Technical Sales Manager Quarry Lane, Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S40 3AT United Kingdom T: +44 1246 568 046 E: bill@amiesplastics.co.uk W: www.amiesplastics.co.uk Amies Plastics has a long established reputation for the production of quality injection moulded components and thermoplastic injection moulding to meet the demands and requirements of modern industry. Wacker Chemie AG Christof Bachmair Head of Press Department Hanns-Seidel-Platz 4, Munich D-81737 Germany T: +49 896 279 1830 E: christof.bachmair@wacker.com W: www.wacker.com As a globally operating chemical company and team of specialists, we are focused on the market and close to customers. Wacker Chemie AG Herbert Barthel 120 Bridge Road, Chertsey, Surrey KT16 8LA United Kingdom T: +44 870 048 0202 E: herbert.barthel@wacker.com W: www.wacker.com As a globally operating chemical company and team of specialists, we are focused on the market and close to customers. Wells Plastics Limited Carl Birch Sales and Marketing Director Emerald Way, Stone Business Park, Stone, Staffordshire ST15 0SR United Kingdom T: +44 1785 817 421 E: carl.birch@wellsplastics.com W: www.wellsplastics.com Wells Plastics is a specialist additive masterbatch based in the heart of the United Kingdom.

Umicore is a materials technology group. Unidym Inc Mark Tillley 1244 Reamwood Avenue, Sunnyvale, California CA 94089 United States of America T: +1 408 636 7500 W: www.unidym.com Unidym is a world leader in the development, manufacture, and application of carbon nanotubes, a material with a extraordinary physical properties and the potential to transform entire industries.

Wittman Battenfeld UK Ltd Mr Dave Womat Head of Micro Division Sanders Road, Finedon Road Industrial Estate, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire NN8 4NL United Kingdom T: +44 1933 275 777 E: d.womack@wittmann.co.uk W: www.battenfeld-imt.com Suppliers of robotics and injection moulding machines.

Victrex plc Dr John Grasmeder Technology Director Victrex Techology Centre, Hillhouse International, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire FY5 4QD United Kingdom T: +44 1253 897 418 E: jgrasmeder@victrex.com W: www.victrex.com

Wolfson Centre for Materials Processing Dr Peter Allan Technical Director Brunel University, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 3PH United Kingdom T: +44 1895 266 121 E: peter.allan@brunel.ac.uk W: www.brunel.ac.uk/about/acad/wolfson

Victrex PLC is the leading global manufacturer of high performance polyaryletherketones, including the versatile VICTREX PEEK polymer.

The Wolfson Centre for Materials Processing incorporating a centre for phosphors and display materials.

Vita Industrial Polymers Simon McLean Business Manager Seaford Road, Salford M6 6NB United Kingdom T: +44 161 736 5343 E: smclean@vita-salford.co.uk W: www.vita-salford.co.uk Vita Industrial Polymers produce Technical Textiles utilising PVC, polyurethane Tpu, Silicone, Neoprene, and Acrylic coatings for a wide range of applications including Marine, Leisure, Health and Safety, Ventilation, Tunneling, Cargo Restraint, Signs and Custom made products.

Aerospace and Defence ADS Group Limited Rees Ward CEO Salamanca Square, 9 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SP United Kingdom T: +44 20 7091 1124 E: rees.ward@adsgroup.org.uk W: www.adsgroup.org.uk ADS is the trade organisation advancing UK Aerospace, Defence, and security industries with Farnborough International Limited as a wholly - owned subsidiary.

Aero Engine Controls Terry Hirst Chief Technologist PO Box 31, Moor Lane, Derby, Derbyshire DE24 8BJ United Kingdom T: +44 1332 242 424 E: terry.hirst@goodrich.com W: www.aeroenginecontrols.com By combining Goodrich’s existing UK-based engine controls design and manufacturing business with Rolls-Royce’s systems and software expertise in the integration of controls into the engine, an altogether stronger, better performing business has been created. Aerospace & Defence KTN Kevin Morris Salamanca Square, 9 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SP United Kingdom T: +44 20 7091 1123 E: kevin.morris@sbac.co.uk W: www.aerospaceanddefencektn.org.uk The Aerospace & Defence KTN is funded by the Technology Strategy Board with the aim of creating a single overarching network across business, Government and academia to foster collaborative research and development. Aircraft Research Association Ltd Nigel Corby Business Development Manager Manton Lane, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK41 7PF United Kingdom T: +44 1234 350 681 E: ncorby@ara.co.uk W: www.ara.co.uk The aircraft research association is an independent non-profit distributing research and development organising and was set up in 1952 as a wind tunnel test centre for the aircraft industry. Astrium Ltd Mr Steve Eckersley Principle Mission Systems Engineer & Manager of advanced technology RND Earth Observation, Navigation and Science Division, COB 2, Gunnels Wood Road, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2AS United Kingdom T: +44 1438 773 301 E: steven.eckersley@astrium.eads.net W: www.astrium.eads.net Astrium plays a crucial role in our daily lives, in security and defence, protecting the environment, scientific and technical advances, telecommunications and a host of everyday services Atomic Weapons Establishment Mr Robin McGill Managing Director Aldermaston, Reading, Berkshire RG7 4PR United Kingdom T: +44 118 981 4111 E: robin.mcgill@awe.co.uk W: www.awe.co.uk AWE plays a crucial role in the defence of the United Kingdom, by providing and maintaining the warheads for the country’s nuclear deterrent. We are a centre of scientific and technological excellence, with some of the most advanced research, design and production facilities in the world. BAE Systems ATC Alan Pritchard MENE Department FPC 267 Devices Group, PO BAE sytems ATC Box 5, Filton, Bristol, Avon BS34 7QW United Kingdom T: +44 117 302 8220 E: alan.pritchard@baesystems.com W: www.baesystems.com/mems Micro and Nano Technology (MNT) offers entirely new methods of manufacture for sensors, actuators and displays which are more cost effective and offer significant advantages over conventionally engineered devices. Baes Insyte Rory Fisher Managing Director Lyon Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey GU16 7EX United Kingdom T: +44 1276 603 000 E: rory.fisher@baesystems.com W: www.baesystems.com/Businesses/Insyte Our organisation is designed to enable us to deliver the cost, capability and overall financial performance to meet customers’ needs.

Sponsored by... BCF Designs Ltd Alex Mattos Unit D, Kingsditch Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL51 9PG United Kingdom T: +44 1285 642 434 E: alex.mattos@ultra-electrics.com W: www.testbcf.com

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Clara Rivero P.O. Box 650003, PT-42, Dallas, Texas TX 75265-0003 United States of America T: +1 972 603 1000 W: www.lockheedmartin.com

We specialise in the design and supply of first line/operational level ground support equipment for the military and civil aerospace markets.

Lockheed Martin is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.

C-MAC MicroTechnology Mr Chris Andrews Sales Manager, Microcircuits South Denes, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk NR30 3PX United Kingdom T: +44 1493 743 102 E: chriseandrews@cmac.com W: www.cmac.com We offer our customers specialist skills in semiconductor and system design, product development and high-quality electronics manufacturing, as well as test and quality assurance. Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) Dr Douglas Imeson Technical Advisor for Nanotechnology Physical Sciences Department, Room 102 Building 5, Porton Down, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP4 0JQ United Kingdom T: +44 1980 658 558 E: dimeson@dstl.gov.uk W: www.dstl.gov.uk The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is an agency of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and exists to supply the very best, impartial, scientific and technical research and advice to the MOD and other government departments. Diamond Hard Surfaces Ltd Sergey Aleksandrov Chief Technical Officer Caswell Science and Technology Park, Towcester, Northamptonshire NN12 8EQ United Kingdom T: +44 1327 354 330 E: sergey@diamondhardsurfaces.com W: www.diamondhardsurfaces.com Diamond Hard Surfaces Ltd is a technology company and solution provider to high endurance applications of a unique amorphous diamond material; Adamant™ which gives extended life in high temperature, chemically aggressive and abrasive environments. DLR Sandra Hoepfner Linder Höhe, Koln D-51147 Germany T: +49 220 3601 2331 E: sandra.hoepfner@dlr.de W: www.dlr.de/en DLR is Germany’s national research center for aeronautics and space. GE Aviation Services Mr Stephen Riches Business Development Manager Exning Road, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 0AU United Kingdom T: +44 1638 663 381 E: stever@mcenkt.co.uk W: www.geaviationsystems.com GE’s Aviation Systems business, is a leading global provider of electrical power systems, avionics, actuation and landing gear, aerostructures and propeller systems Geoscan (UK) Hemant Patel Managing Director 22 Stanley Gardens, Willesden Green, London NW2 4QJ United Kingdom T: +44 20 8450 7892 E: hemant.patel@geoscanuk.co.uk W: www.geoscanuk.co.uk Geoscan (UK) Plc is a British-Russian Technology Partnership that will deliver solutions for; Broadband Fixed Wireless service, 3rd & 4th Generation Mobile Communications System, Natural Disaster Moniting, and Earth Observation

Lockheed Martin UK Nick Knorr INSYS Limited, Reddings Wood, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK45 2HD United Kingdom T: +44 1525 843 218 E: nick.knorr@lmco.com W: www.lockheedmartin.co.uk The special relationship between the United States and United Kingdom has led to a large number of alliances in both defence and commercial programmes. On July 1, 1999 Lockheed Martin UK Limited was created. Based in London, it combines all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Microsaic Systems Ltd Sandi Harris Office Manager GMS House, Boundary Road, Woking, Surrey GU21 5BX United Kingdom T: +44 1483 751 577 E: sharris@microsaic.com W: www.microsaic.com Microsaic develops next generation systems capable of identifying trace compounds such as explosives, chemical weapons and narcotics. North West Laser Engineering Consortium Kenneth Watkins Professor Department of Engineering, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, Merseyside L69 3GH United Kingdom T: +44 151 794 4820 E: k.watkins@liverpool.ac.uk W: www.nwlec.org.uk

Raytheon Systems Limited Mr James McGonigal Business Manager Fullerton Road, Glenrothes, Fife KY7 5PY United Kingdom T: +44 1592 762 088 E: jim.mcgonigal@raytheon.co.uk W: www.raytheon.co.uk Raytheon Systems Limited is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, national security, and other government and commercial markets around the world. Ruag Aerospace Bodo Fiedler Seetalstrasse 175, P.O Box 301, Emmen CH-6032 Switzerland T: +41 41 268 4111 E: info.aerospace@ruag.com W: www.ruag.com RUAG has become a major international technology group. The company today continues to operate from a strong domestic foundation to serve a growing global clientele. SNECMA Propulsion Solide Michel Bourgeon Les 5 chemins, Le Haillan F-33187 France T: +33 55655 3203 E: michel.bourgeon@snecma.fr W: www.snecma.com Snecma develops, produces and markets engines and propulsion subassemblies for commercial airplanes. TeCan Mr Barry Egginton Technical Sales Photoelectroforming & Microstructures, Tecan Way, Granby Industrial Estate, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9TU United Kingdom T: +44 1305 765 432 E: barry@tecan.co.uk W: www.tecan.co.uk

NWLEC is a strategic alliance, between the Universities of Liverpool and Manchester that aims to position the Northwest as the leading national region for laser engineering.

Tecan is a leading manufacturer of customised precision parts. A range of innovative, photolithography-based technologies enables highly accurate, burrand stress-free production.

Northwest Aerospace Alliance (NWAA) Lorna Campbell-Cassidy Marketing Manager Pendle Business Centre, Commercial Road, Nelson, Lancashire BB9 9BT United Kingdom T: +44 1282 604 444 E: lorna.campbell-cassidy@aerospace.co.uk W: www.aerospace.co.uk

TS2 Micro Limited Dr Hugh Delacy Technical Manager 2 Hellesdon Park Road, Drayton High Road, Norwich, Norfolk NR6 5DR United Kingdom T: +44 1603 780 841 E: sales@ts2micro.com W: www.ts2micro.com

North West England’s aerospace sector has long been recognised as one of Europe’s leading industrial clusters and a model for development both within aerospace and in other areas of industry.

Micro components is a global provider of specialist products and services and distributed components for the electronics community.

Oxsensis Mr Stephen Fasham Technology Development Manager Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Chilton, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 0QX United Kingdom T: +44 1235 778 120 E: stephen.fasham@oxsensis.com W: www.oxsensis.com

Ultra Electronics BCF Dr Alistair Sutherland Business Development Manager Kingditch, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL51 9PG United Kingdom T: +44 1285 642 434 E: asutherland@bcfdesigns.co.uk W: www.bcfdesigns.co.uk

Oxsensis is pioneering a ‘new breed’ of optical instrumentation for precision controls in super harsh environments such as highly efficient car and aero engines, and in industrial, electrical, nuclear and space applications. QinetiQ Allan Pidduck Malvern Technology Centre, E908 St Andrews Road, Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3PS United Kingdom T: +44 1684 894 280 E: ajpidduck@qinetiq.com W: www.qinetiq.com QinetiQ is a leading international provider of technology-based services and solutions to the defence, security and related markets.

Ultra Electronics BCF specialises in the design and supply of first line/operational (‘O’)level ground support equipment for the military and civil aerospace markets.

Agriculture and Food AJUNEC Nadia Lapage AIJN, Av. Des Arb 43, Brussels B-1040 Belgium T: +32 2550 1757 E: nadia.lapage@ajunec.be W: www.aijn.org Defending the common interests of fruit juice sector in Belgium.

Greene Tweed and Co. Ltd Roger DeSilva Mere Way, Ruddington Fields, Ruddington, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG11 6JS United Kingdom T: +44 115 931 5777 E: rogerdesilva@gtweed.com W: www.gtweed.com

QinetiQ plc Dr Michael Derome Senior scientist/project manager Cody Technology Park, Ively Road, Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0LX United Kingdom T: +44 870 010 0942 E: mfderome@qinetiq.com W: www.qinetiq.com

Aqua Nova Franck Behnam Corporate Development Manager Bikenweg 8-10, 64285 Darmstadt, Darmstadt D-64285 Germany T: +49 615 166 9690 E: frank.behnam@aquanova.de W: www.aquanova.de

We at Greene Tweed work with our customers to provide customized, engineered components that optimize their total system.

QinetiQ is a leading international provider of technology-based services and solutions to the defence, security and related markets.

Manufacturers of solubilisates for vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, food colours, plant extracts and preserving agents

Buhler Steffan Pilotek 701 Brazos, Suite 500, Austin, Texas TX 78701 United States of America T: +1 512 466 8005 E: steffen.pilotek@buhlergroup.com W: www.buhlergroup.com A global technology partner for the food industry, chemical processing and die casting. Campden & Chorleywood Food Research Association (CCFRA) Leighton Jones Head of Corporate Communications Campden BRI, Station Road, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire GL55 6LD United Kingdom T: +44 1386 842 000 E: l.jones@campden.co.uk W: www.campden.co.uk Campden BRI - science, technology and infromation for the food and allied industries worldwide. Coca Cola Company Scott Summerville One Coca-Cola Plaza, Atlanta, Georgia GA 30313 United States of America T: +1 404 676 2726 E: ssummerville@na.ko.com W: www.coca-cola.com Coca-Cola Great Britain (CCGB) is responsible for marketing 21 brands (over 100 products) to consumers in Great Britain, developing new brands, extending existing brands and protecting Coca-Cola trade marks in Great Britain. Crown Bio Technology Ltd. Dr Mufaddal Ezzi Senior Research Scientist Brunel Science Park, Gardiner Building, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 3PQ United Kingdom T: +44 20 8223 7304 E: mezzi@crownbio.co.uk W: www.crownbio.co.uk Crown Bio Technology™ is an innovative SME with an impressive record of growth as a provider of biotechnological solutions for a variety of market sectors. Dextra Laboratories Limited Dr Andy Hacking Director Science & Technology Centre, Earley Gate, Whiteknights Road, Reading, Berkshire RG6 6BZ United Kingdom T: +44 118 935 7282 E: andyh@dextra-labs.co.uk W: www.dextra-labs.co.uk The Dextra team are carbohydrate specialists. Since 1989, we have established an international reputation in all areas. Eminate Roger Carline Biocity, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 1GF United Kingdom T: +44 115 912 4370 E: roger.carline@eminate.co.uk W: www.eminate.co.uk Eminate Limited offers state of the art solutions to the food and pharmaceutical industries with the aim to apply in-house process technology to differentiate or develop customer products. Food and Drink Federation Ms Lynn Insall Food Safety Manager 6 Catherine Street, London WC2B 5JJ United Kingdom T: +44 20 7420 7145 E: lynn.insall@fdf.org.uk W: www.fdf.org.uk We help our members operate in an approximately regulated marketplace to maximise their competitiveness. Food and Environmental Research Agency Qasim Choudhury Central Science Laboratory, Sand Hutton, York YO41 1LZ United Kingdom T: +44 1904 462 000 E: qasim.chaudhry@fera.gsi.gov.uk W: www.fera.defra.gov.uk Our over arching purpose is to support and develop a sustainable food chain, a healthy natural environment, and to protect the global community from biological and chemical risks.

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Food Drug Administration (FDA) Nakissa Sadrieh 10903 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, Maryland MD 20993-0002 United States of America T: +1 888 463 6332 E: nakissa.sadrieh@fda.hhs.gov W: www.fda.gov An agency within the US Department of Health, the FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of human and veterinary drugs, vaccines and other biological products, medical devices, our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, dietary supplements, and products that give off radiation Food Standards Agency (FSA) Sandy Lawrie 125 kingways, London WC2B 6NH United Kingdom T: +44 20 7276 8565 E: sandy.lawrie@foodstandards.gsi.gov.uk W: www.food.gov.uk The Food Standards Agency is an independent Government department set up by an Act of Parliament in 2000 to protect the public’s health and consumer interests in relation to food. Frutarom Rachel Price North Gare, Seaton Carew, Hartlepool, Cleveland TS25 2DT United Kingdom T: +44 1429 863 555 W: www.frutarom.com Frutarom creates, develops, manufactures and markets an extensive variety of high quality flavors and fine ingredients for customers. Integrin Advanced Biosystems Dr Alastair Hamilton Laboratory Director Marine Resource Centre, Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll PA37 1SG United Kingdom T: +44 1631 720 765 E: alastair.hamilton@integrin.co.uk W: www.integrin.co.uk BIOBEST is the UK’s leading privately owned laboratory providing infectious disease testing for the companion animal and production livestock sectors (cattle, pigs & salmon) John Innes Centre Dr Dave Evans Project Leader Norwich Research Park, Norwich, Norfolk NR4 7UH United Kingdom T: +44 1603 450 706 E: dave.evans@bbsrc.ac.uk W: www.jic.bbsrc.ac.uk The John Innes Centre, and independent, international centre of exellence in plant science and microbiology our mission is to carry out excellent fundamental and strategic research, to train scientists and make our fundings available to society. Leatherhead Food Research Marc Esselen Head of Marketing & Communications Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7RY United Kingdom T: +44 1372 822 329 E: messelen@leatherheadfood.com W: www.leatherheadfood.com We offer an unparalleled breadth and depth of experienced to help the food industry innovate and evolve. NanoWatch Kathy Groves C/o Leaherhead Food Research, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7RY United Kingdom T: +44 1372 376 761 E: kgroves@leatherheadfood.com W: www.leatherheadfood.com NanoWatch is an independent organisation delivering innovative research, scientific consultancy and regulatory guidance and interpretation. Nestle Research Center Stefan Meyer Vers-chez-les-Blanc, Case Postale 44, Lausanne 26 CH-1000 Switzerland T: +41 21 785 8111 E: stefan.meyer@rdls.nestle.com W: www.research.nestle.com One of the world’s leading research institutions in food, nutrition and life sciences.

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Quest International Paul Davey Kennington Rd, Willesborough, Ashford, Kent TN24 0LT United Kingdom T: +44 1233 644 045 E: pdavey@quest-intl.com W: www.givaudan.com Givaudan serves customers around the world with innovative products through a sales and marketing presence in all major mature and developing markets.

Analytical Equipment A & J Scientific Ltd Mr Jeffrey Plumb MD 93 Wellington Street, Howley, Warrington, Cheshire WA1 2DA United Kingdom T: +44 1925 634 048 E: scientific@btconnect.com W: www.aandjscientific.co.uk We maintain and service the following instruments; quadrupole mass spectrometers, sector mass spectrometers, transmission electron microscopes, scanning eletron microscopes, surface science instruments, rotary and turbo-molecular vacuum pumps, water coolers, coating units, plasma etching units and high voltage instrumentation. Adaptive Instruments Mr Colin Jenkins General Manager Crabtree Farm Estate, Wisborough Green, West Sussex RH14 0AD United Kingdom T: +44 1403 753 333 E: colinjenkins@adaptive-instruments.com W: www.adaptive-instruments.com Adaptive supply a range of instruments to measure particle size, shape, stability, flow and mass distribution from aerosols, liquids suspensions, powders and granulates. Advanced Optical Technology Ltd Dr Clive Ireland Director 18 Repton Court, Basildon, Essex SS13 1LN United Kingdom T: +44 1268 272 211 E: clive@AOTLasers.com W: www.aotlasers.com We are manufacturers and suppliers of short pulse (~1ns), actively q-switched diode pumped solid state lasers offering unsupassed capabilitites in all applications where high intensity TEM00 short pulses are essential for success e.g. Scientific research, aerial mapping/ranging, micromachining etc. Agilent Technologies UK Ltd Dr Neil Wotherspoon South Queensferry, West Lothian EH30 9TG United Kingdom T: +44 1313 311 000 E: neil_wotherspoon@agilent.com W: www.agilent.com Agilent Life Sciences and chemical analysis is a leading global provider of instrumentation, supplies, software, and services to the life science and chemical analysis markets.

Analytik Ltd Ian Laidlaw Managing Director Unit 4, The Acorn Centre, Chestnut Avenue, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 0RA United Kingdom T: +44 870 991 4044 E: ian.laidlaw@analytik.co.uk W: www.analytik.co.uk Innovative solutions from leading global instrumentation manufacturers, coupled with unparalleled customer support have enabled us to forge a reputation for excellence since our formation in 2003. Andor Technology plc Mr Norbert Sagnard Head of Marketing 7 Millennium Way, Springvale Business Park, Belfast, County Antrim BT12 7AL United Kingdom T: +44 28 9023 7126 E: n.sagnard@andor.com W: www.andor.com We operate at the high-value end of the global scientific digital camera market. Anfatec Instruments AG Dr Anne-Dorothea Muller Melanchthonstr. 28, Oelsnitz (V) D-08606 Germany T: +49 374 212 4212 E: mailbox@anfatec.de W: www.anfatec.de Measurement science and technology & scanning probe microscopy. Aquila Instruments Limited David Lovering Unit 9, The Maltings, Station Road, Newport, Essex CB11 3RN United Kingdom T: +44 1799 542 810 E: david.lovering@aquila-instruments.com W: www.aquila-instruments.com Aquila Instruments manufactures the nkd, the most advanced thin film measurement instrument available. Arden Photonics Ltd Mr David Robinson Royston House, 267 Cranmore Bouelvard, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands B90 4QT United Kingdom T: +44 121 733 7721 E: david@ardenphotonics.com W: www.ardenphotonics.com We specialise in instrumentation for the measurement of a wide range of optical fibers, and optical components. Armstrong Optical Ltd Mr Ian Johnstone Director 31 Caxton House, Northampton Science Park, Kings Park Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire NN3 6LG United Kingdom T: +44 1604 654 220 E: ij@armstrongoptical.co.uk W: www.armstrongoptical.co.uk We offer a wide range of optical metrology and imaging products & systems to a very diverse array of industries with an even broader variety of application requirements.

Best Scientific Ltd Dr Eric Best Managing Director 6 Spencers Orchard, Wroughton, Swindon, Wiltshire SN4 9NT United Kingdom T: +44 1793 812 477 E: eric@bestscientific.co.uk W: www.bestscientificweb.com We are an established provider of optical solutions to a diversity of markets specialising in microscopy metrology machine vision and life sciences. Bronkhorst UK Ltd Andy Mangell Cathrine House, London Road, Sawston, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB22 3XE United Kingdom T: +44 1223 833 222 E: a.mangell@bronkhorst.co.uk W: www.bronkhorst.co.uk Bronhurst UK Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bronkhurst High-Tech BV of the Netherlands and offers local sales and after-sales support, calibration and service facilities, application engineering and user training courses. Buchi, UK Ltd Neil Evans General Manager 5 Whitegate Business Centre, Jardine Way, Chadderton, Oldham, Lancashire OL9 9QL United Kingdom T: +44 161 633 1000 E: evans.n@buchi.com W: www.buchi.co.uk For over 50 years, Buchi has been known as the inventor of the Rotavapor, the worlds market leading product in evaporation technology, and the innovator of many other laboratory instruments based upon evaporation and vacuum technologies. Cambridge Magnetic Refrigeration Dr Kurt Haselwimmer Director Britannia House, 19-21 Godesdone Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB5 8HR United Kingdom T: +44 1223 473 631 E: kurt@cmr.uk.com W: www.cmr-direct.com We have designed a range of fridge refrigeration systems, a number of experimental plugging for measurements of resistivity and susceptibility as well as the extremely popular low temperature transformers that are capable of yielding 1pV per root Hz noise levels. Carl Zeiss NTS GmbH Mr Ian Belding 511 Coldhams Lane, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 3JS United Kingdom T: +44 1223 414 166 E: belding@smt.zeiss.com W: www.smt.zeiss.com/nts The NTS Division is a value adding integral part of Carl Zeiss servicing SEM, TEM and Particle Beam instruments designed to set unique high quality standards and to provide customer focused solutions for the semiconductor, Material Analysis and life science Application worldwide.

AIXUV GmbH Rainer Lebert Director Steinbachstraße. 15, Aachen D-52074 Germany T: +49 241 8906 161 E: rainer.lebert@aixuv.com W: www.aixuv.de

Asylum Research UK Ltd Dr Chris Mulcahy Bicester Innovation Centre, Commerce House, Telford Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire OX26 4LD United Kingdom T: +44 1869 255 775 E: chris@asylumresearch.co.uk W: www.asylumresearch.co.uk

Cascade Technologies Ltd. Mr Yann Hamonou Glendevon House, Castle Business Park, Stirling, Stirling FK9 4TZ United Kingdom T: +44 1786 447 721 E: y.hamonou@cascade-technologies.com W: www.cascade-technologies.com

AIXUV supplies customers with radiation sources, metrology and quality systems for the use of extreme - ultraviolet photons in their own laboratory.

Asylum Research is a technology leader for scanning probe and atomic force in microscopes (SPM/AFM) for both materials and bioscience applications.

World leader in the design and manufacture of Quantum Cascade Laser based gas emission monitoring system and gas analyser (analyzer) for industral emissions, process optimisation and trace level applications.

Alrad Instruments Ltd Mr Ian Alderton Director Alder House, Turnpike Road Industrial Estate, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2NS United Kingdom T: +44 1635 30 345 E: ian@alrad.com W: www.alrad.co.uk

Beckman Coulter Andrew Mark Oakley Court, Kingsmead Business Park, London Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP11 1JU United Kingdom T: +44 1494 441 181 E: amark@beckmancoulter.com W: www.beckmancoulter.com

Alrad Instruments ltd is a leading UK supplier of machine vision, imaging products, Electro Optical detectors and laser products.

We design, manufacture, market, and service a broad range of laboratory systems consisting of instruments, chemistries, software, and supplies that meet a variety of laboratory needs.

Cavendish Instruments Ltd Dr David Payne Director Aizlewood’s ville, Nursery Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S38 GG United Kingdom T: +44 114 268 6880 E: david.payne@cavendishinstruments.com W: www.cavendishinstruments.com Cavendish Instruments is a leading supplier of software and instruments for a wide range of scientific, engineering and technical fields.

Sponsored by... CE Instruments Ltd Mr Richard Wall Sales Manager The Old Barn, Swan Lane, Hindley Green, Wigan, Lancashire WN2 4HF United Kingdom T: +44 1942 733 362 E: Richard@ceinstruments.co.uk W: www.ceinstruments.co.uk

Hiden Analytical Ltd Mr Peter Hatton Managing Director 420 Europa Boulevard, Warrington, Cheshire WA5 7UN United Kingdom T: +44 1925 445 225 E: phatton@hiden.co.uk W: www.hidenanalytical.com

JEOL (UK) Ltd John Gilbert JEOL House, Silver Court, Watchmead, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 1LT United Kingdom T: +44 1707 377 117 E: johng@jeoleuro.com W: www.jeoluk.com

Malvern Instruments Ltd Ms Alison Vines Uk sales specialist Enigma Business Park, Grovewood Road, Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 1XZ United Kingdom T: +44 1684 892 456 E: alison.vines@malvern.co.uk W: www.malvern.com

CE Instruments offer various service contracts on a range of instruments.

Quadrupole mass spectrometers for advanced surface science, gas analysis, RGA and plasma characterization from Hiden Analytic.

We are a leading supplier of Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEMs), Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEMs), Scanning Probe Microscopes (SPMs), Mass Spectrometers, NMR Spectrometers, and semi-conductor tools for scientific and industrial purposes.

A market leader in the characterization of particle shape, Zeta potential, molecular weights, chemical composition, rheological properties and advanced SEC/GPC chromatography solutions.

Deben UK Mr Gary Edwards Managing Director Brickfields Business Park, Old Stowmarket Road, Woolpit, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP30 9QS United Kingdom T: +44 1359 244 870 E: gary@deben.co.uk W: www.deben.co.uk Deben UK are a precision engineering company based in the East of England which specialises in the field of tensile testing, motion control and specimen cooling for microscopy applications. Dolomite Centre Ltd Mark Gilligan Unit 1, Anglian Business Park, Orchard Road, Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 5TW United Kingdom T: +44 1763 242 491 E: mark.gilligan@syrris.com W: www.dolomite-microfluidics.com Dolomite is a world leader in microfluidic applications. We work with instrument manufacturers around the world providing the design and manufacture of microfluidic devices and microfluidic based instruments and systems. Escubed Ltd Dr Simon Lawson Director Leeds Innovation Centre, 103 Clarendon Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 9DF United Kingdom T: +44 845 838 8701 E: simon.lawson@escubed.co.uk W: www.escubed.co.uk escubed limited provides comprehensive analytical and research services in particle and powder technology to customers across all sectors Farfield Scientific Limited Mr Robert Hutton Marketing Communications Manager Unit C Southmere Court, Electra Way, Crewe Business Park, Crewe, Cheshire CW1 6GU United Kingdom T: +44 870 950 9717 E: rhutton@farfield-group.com W: www.farfield-group.com Farfield is a global supplier of new analytical instruments that address the emerging and evolving measurement demands of the surface science and biophysics communities. FEI Company Rivera Chterengas Dawson Creek Drive, Hillsboro, Oregon OR 97124 United States of America T: +1 503 726 7500 W: www.fei.com FEI Company is the world leader in the production of electron microscopes for nanoscale research. Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd Steve Billingham Managing Director Sovereign House, Queensway, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV31 3JR United Kingdom T: +44 1926 338 111 E: s.billingham@geotech.co.uk W: www.geotech.co.uk Geotech is the market leading manufacturer and supplier for biogas and landfill gas portable analysers. Grimm Aerosol Technik GmbH Dr Hans Grimm Director Dorfstrasse 9, Ainring D-83404 Germany T: +49 865 45780 E: hg@grimm-aerosol.com W: www.grimm-aerosol.com We provide air control in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries and health and safety related fields associated with “particulates”.

Hitachi High Technologies Dennis Briscoe Whitebrook Park, Lower Cookham Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 8YA United Kingdom T: +44 1628 585 389 E: dennis.briscoe@hht-eu.com W: www.hitachi-hitec-uk.com A trading company with an emphasis on creativity and leading-edge technology, Hitachi High-Technologies Co., Ltd. Japan is a member of the Hitachi Group. Hitachi High-Technologies in Europe handles a wide variety of products - from computers and peripherals to scientific instruments and systems, electronic devices, and industrial machinery and materials. HORIBA Jobin Yvon Ltd Dr Adrian Knowles Division Manager 2 Dalston Gardens, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 1BQ United Kingdom T: +44 20 8204 8142 E: adrian.knowles@horiba.com W: www.horiba/uk/scientific.com The HORIBA Group of worldwide companies provides an extensive array of instruments and systems for applications. Imaging Associates Mr Steve Metcalfe Sales Manager 6 Avonbury Business Park, Howes Lane, Bicester, Oxfordshire OX26 2UA United Kingdom T: +44 1869 356 240 E: steve.metcalfe@imas.co.uk W: www.imas.co.uk Imagine Asoociates specialises in biomedical, materials science and cytogenetic imaging, providing microscopy solutions for digital image capture, image analysis and documentation. Infinitesima Limited Innovations House, Mill Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 0JX United Kingdom T: +44 1865 811 171 E: info@infinitesima.com W: www.infinitesima.com Infinitesima is leading the way in nonvacuum nano-scale imaging technology Intellevation Dr Simon Hicks CEO 5 Dalziel Road, Hillington Park, Glasgow, Renfrewshire G52 4NN United Kingdom T: +44 141 882 0058 E: simon.hicks@intellevation.co.uk W: www.intellevation.co.uk Intellevation designs and manufactures a range of optical and crystal monitoring and control systems. ION-TOF GmbH Sven Kayser Sales & Marketing Heisenbergstr.15, Munster D-48149 Germany T: +49 251 1622 170 E: sven.kayser@iontof.com W: www.iontof.com ION - TOF is a technological leader in the field of TOF - SIMS instrumentation. ISS Group Services Mr Grant Hurley General Manager Pellowe House, Francis Road, Withington, Manchester M20 4XP United Kingdom T: +44 161 445 5442 E: grant@iss-group.co.uk W: www.iss-group.co.uk The ISS Group is a provider of solutions to characterise materials from the macro down to the nano scale.

JPK Instruments Ltd Mr Drew Murray Director 7223 IQ Cambridge, Waterbeach, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB25 9TL United Kingdom T: +44 1223 815 645 E: drew.murray@jpk.com W: www.jpk.com We are a leading manufacturer of Nano-analytical instruments - particularly based on atomic force microscope (AFM) and optical tweezers systems - for life sciences and soft matter applications. Kirkstall Ltd Dr Malcolm Wilkinson Managing Director The Sheffield Bioincubator, 40 Leavygreave Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S3 7RD United Kingdom T: +44 844 800 4113 E: jmw@kirkstall.org W: www.kirkstall.org Kirkstall has developed an advanced cell culture system to provide in vivo-like conditions for cell growth. Kore Technology Ltd Dr Barrie Griffiths Chairman Cambridgeshire Business Park, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4EA United Kingdom T: +44 1353 653 030 E: bwg@kore.co.uk W: www.kore.co.uk At Kore we offer products and services based on our extensive experience in the fields of ultrahigh-vacuum (UHV) design, surface analysis and time-of-flight mass spectrometry (TOF-MS). KP Technology Ltd Prof Iain Baikie CEO Burn Street, Wick, Caithness KW1 5EH United Kingdom T: +44 1955 602 777 E: iain@kptechnology.ltd.uk W: www.kptechnology.ltd.uk KP technology is an award winning company which designs and manufactures Kelvin Probe Systems for work function and surface potential measurements. L.O.T. - Oriel UK Ltd Angela Carslake 1 Mole Business Park, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7BA United Kingdom T: +44 1372 378 822 E: angela@lotoriel.co.uk W: www.lotoriel.co.uk LOT-Oriel – your one stop shop for biotechnology, imaging, materials analysis, nanotechnology and spectroscopy instrumentation. Lab-Tools Ltd Dr Beau Webber Director & Designer G19, Canterbury Enterprise Hub, University of Kent, Canterbury, Kent CT2 7NJ United Kingdom T: +44 1227 824 675 E: beau@lab-tools.co.uk W: www.lab-tools.co.uk The strength of Lab-Tools in the nano- to microscale field is based on a strong record of academic research, combined with extensively applied metrology, and the proven ability to implement novel measurement protocols with appropriate combinations of apparatus and software.

Metryx Ltd Adrian Kiermasz CAO Manor Park, Nailsea Wall Lane, Nailsea, Bristol, Avon BS48 4DD United Kingdom T: +44 1275 859 988 E: adrian.kiermasz@metryx.net W: www.metryx.net Metryx was formed with a view of bringing a significant change to semiconductor measurement technology. Michelson Diagnostics Ltd Mr Jon Holmes CEO 11A Grays Farm Production Village, Grays Farm Road, Orpington, Kent BR6 0BA United Kingdom T: +44 20 8308 1695 E: jon.holmes@md-ltd.co.uk W: www.michelsondiagnostics.com Michelson Diagnostics is the developer and manufacturer of products based on multi-beam Optical Coherence Tomography (OTC), the uniquely powerful, innovative optical imaging technology that is capable of imaging living tissue microstructure at <10µm resolution, in real time, to depths of 1 mm or more. Nano Magnetic Instruments Graham Allberrey Suite 290, 266 Banbury Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 7DL United Kingdom T: +44 7906 159 508 E: graham.allberrey@smt.gb.com W: www.nanomagnetics-inst.com NanoMagnetics Instruments was founded in Oxford, UK in 1998 as a manufacturer of Scanning Hall Probe Microscope (SHPM) for room temperature applications. Nanograph Systems Limited Dr Martin Humphry Managing Director BioCity Nottingham, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 1GF United Kingdom T: +44 115 912 4485 E: martin.humphry@nanographsystems.co.uk W: www.nanographsystems.co.uk Nanograph Systems provides high quality innovative tools for nanotechnology research. NanoSight Ltd Mr Jeremy Warren CEO Minton Park, London Road, Arnesbury, Wiltshire SP4 7RT United Kingdom T: +44 1980 676 065 E: jeremywarren@nanosight.co.uk W: www.nanosight.com The world’s leading provider of a series of unique unstruments for the optical detection and real time analysis of sub-micron particles that offer significant advantages compared with existing light scattering techniques. Newall Measurement Systems Ltd Mr Sabastien Nabiron Managing Director Technology Gateway, Cornwall Road, South Wigston, Leicester, Leicestershire LE18 4XH United Kingdom T: +44 116 264 2730 E: sabastien.nabiron@newall.co.uk W: www.newall.co.uk Newall is a manufacturer of world-renowned Digital Readout Systems and Linear Encoders.

Lambda Photometrics Ltd Mr Daniel Jeffery Marketing Manager Lambda House, Batford Mill, Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5 5BZ United Kingdom T: +44 1582 764 334 E: danj@lambdaphoto.co.uk W: www.lambdaphoto.co.uk

Obducat CamScan Ltd Mr Ian Holton Managing Director Camscan House, Pembroke Avenue, Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire CB25 9PY United Kingdom T: +44 1223 861 066 E: ian.holton@camscan.com W: www.camscan.com

Lambda Photometrics is one of the UK’s leading disributors of lasers, optics, fibre optics, electronic Instrumentation, surface metrology and machine vision products.

CamScan has been a leading manufacturer of Scanning Electron Microscopes for nearly 40 years and has established a reputation for providing robust solutions for differing applications.

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OGP UK Limited Mr Andrew Fulton Managing Director Faraday House, Tomlinson Business Park, Woodyard Lane, Foston, Derbyshire DE65 5DJ United Kingdom T: +44 1283 585 933 E: andrewf@ogpuk.com W: www.ogpuk.com

Photek Limited Mr Ian Cox Sales Manager 26 Castleham Road, St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex TN38 9NS United Kingdom T: +44 1424 850 555 E: ian.cox@photek.co.uk W: www.photek.co.uk

Stratton Technologies Ltd Mr Chris Brady Managing Director PO Box 82, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 8ZN United Kingdom T: +44 1992 531 112 E: chris@strattontechnologies.co.uk W: www.strattontechnologies.co.uk

We provide inspection solutions in many market sectors including automotive, aerospace, ceramics, electronics, plastics, medical, and metal working industries.

Photek are specialist manufacturers of vacuum based tubes and camera systems for photon detection. We manufacture Image Intensifiers, PMT’s, Streak Tubes and a range of associated electronics and camera systems.

Stratton Technologies offers a range of high quality instruments and components to both R&D labs and OEM users in the UK & Ireland engaged in laser, microscopy and imaging applications

Omicron NanoTechnology Ltd Dr Craig Williams UK & ROI Sales Engineer 1 The Felbridge Centre, Wilard Way, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 1XP United Kingdom T: +44 1342 331 006 E: craig.williams@omicron.co.uk W: www.omicron-instruments.com

Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd Marleen Mertens Marketing Co-ordinator 3-4 Fielding Industrial Estate, Wilbraham Road, Fulbourn, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 5ET United Kingdom T: +44 1223 881 711 E: mmertens@prior.com W: www.prior.com

Systegration Ltd. Mr Alastair Sharp Managing Director 98 Sea Road, East Preston, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN16 1NP United Kingdom T: +44 1903 784 103 E: alastair.sharp@systegration.ltd.uk W: www.systegration.ltd.uk

We are the world’s leading supplier of solutions for analytic requirements under UHV-conditions in the fields of surface science and nanotechnology. Omniscan Ltd Dr Russell Evans Managing Director Unit 2, The Mill Pool, Lambpit Street, Penycae, Wrexham, Clwyd LL14 2RB United Kingdom T: +44 1978 844 155 E: russell@omniscan.co.uk W: www.omniscan.co.uk We provide instrumentation and consulting for measurement of surfaces roughness, waviness and shape; layer thickness and optical properties ranging from the subnanometer to the cm scales along with surface modification and laser lithography. Oxford Applied Research Ltd Rupert Smith Nanotech House, Nursery Road, North Leigh Business Park, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 6SN United Kingdom T: +44 1993 880 005 E: sales@oaresearch.co.uk W: www.oaresearch.co.uk Oxford Applied Research is a supplier of UHV and HV components and systems for the deposition and characterisation of thin films. Oxford Instruments Dr John Burgoyne Marketing Manager - Innovative Products Tubney Woods, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5QX United Kingdom T: +44 1865 393 200 E: john.burgoyne@oxinst.co.uk W: www.oxford-instruments.com Oxford Instruments aims to pursue responsible development and deeper understanding of our world through science and technology. Oxford Lasers Ltd Dr Alan Ferguson Sales Director Unit 8, Moorbrook Park, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 7HP United Kingdom T: +44 1235 814 433 E: alan.ferguson@oxfordlasers.com W: www.oxfordlasers.com Oxford Lasers Imaging Division produces highspeed imaging systems for particle, droplet and bubble size measurement, spray pattern analysis and flow visualization. Our advanced systems let you see what’s really happening. Oxford NanoScience Ltd Mr Chris Hatton Director of Sales 4 - 6 Carters Lane, Kiln Farm, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK11 3ER United Kingdom T: +44 1908 563 267 E: chatton@polaron.co.uk W: www.oxfordnanoscience.com Imago is a world class provider of metrology and analysis equipment serving the microelectronic and general research markets. ParticlesCIC Simon Lawson Director Houldsworth Building, Clarendon Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 9JT United Kingdom T: +44 113 343 2376 E: s.lawson@leeds.ac.uk W: www.particlescic.com The ParticlesCIC provides access to advanced analytical equipment and expertise. Founded in July 2003 we have an enviable track record of providing routine and problem solving services to industry.

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The tradition continues with a full time line of high precision programmable motorized microscopes stages, laser autofocus systems, fluorescence illumination systems, automated slide hamdling systems, fiber optic inspection equipment, motorized filter wheels, and microscopes. Quantachrome UK Ltd Anna Howson Director Pale Lane, Hartley Wintney, Hook, Hampshire RG27 8DH United Kingdom T: +44 1252 819 719 E: anna.howson@quantachrome.co.uk W: www.quantachrome.co.uk Quantaachrome UK work closely with our carefully selected business partners; Cilas, Dispersion Technology and Optika Microscopes to offer the most advanced solutions for particle characterisation. Randox Laboratories Ltd. Chris Henry Marketing Manager 55 Diamond Road, Crumlin, County Antrim BT29 4QY United Kingdom T: +44 28 9442 2413 E: marketing@randox.com W: www.randox.com Randox laboratories is a privately owned diagnostic reagent and equipment manufacturing company. Scientific & Medical Products Ltd Andrew Graham Business Manager Shirley House, 12 Gately Road, Cheadle, Cheshire SK8 1PY United Kingdom T: +44 161 491 3068 E: andrew@scimed.co.uk W: www.scimed.co.uk Our focus is on the promotion, sales, service and support of innovative and world-class products to customers in industry and academia. Shimadzu UK Limited Natasha Morgan Marketing Communications Co-ordinator Mill Court, Featherstone Road, Wolverton Mill South, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK12 5RD United Kingdom T: +44 870 837 5209 E: natasha.morgan@shimadzu.co.uk W: www.shimadzu.co.uk

Our focus is the fields of high technology inspection, with a side reference to traceability and tracking. Taylor Hobson Precision Darian Mauger Sales Manager PO Box 36, 2 New Star Road, Leicester, Leicestershire LE4 9JQ United Kingdom T: +44 116 276 3771 E: darian.mauger@ametek.co.uk W: www.taylor-hobson.com Taylor Hobson is a high precision technology company operating at the highest levels of acuracy within the field of service, roundness as form measurment. ThermoFisher Harald Ritchie 1 Railway Terrace, North Shields NE29 6RP United Kingdom T: +44 1928 581 000 E: harald.ritchie@thermofisher.com W: www.thermofisher.com Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Tiab Limited Mr Conway Young Technical Director Upton Lodge Buildings, Astrop Road, Middleton Cheney, Banbury, Northamptonshire OX17 2PJ United Kingdom T: +44 1295 714 046 E: conway.young@tiab.co.uk W: www.tiab.co.uk TIAB provides a unique design of moduar digital controllers. We are used in a vast range of applications. We provide the expertise and support to help you in any control or data analysis application. Tinius Olsen Ltd Wayne Hayward Marketing Manager 6 Perrywood Busines Park, Honeycrock Lane, Salfords, Redhill, Surrey RH1 5DZ United Kingdom T: +44 1737 765 001 E: whayward@tiniusolsen.com W: www.tiniusolsen.com

The company has grown to be an established leader in its field with substancial manufacturing bases.

Tinius Olsen is the leading specialist manufacturer and supplier of static tension and/or compression materials testing machines. Our machines are designed for use in Research and Quality Control to measure material’s strength and performance.

Spicer Consulting Dr John Sackett Director Eden Laboratory, Broadmead Road, Stewartby, Bedfordshire MK43 9ND United Kingdom T: +44 1234 765 773 E: jns@spicerconsulting.com W: www.spicerconsulting.com

TSI Instruments Ltd Simon Tebb Regional Sales Manager 373 Stirling Road, Cressex Business Park, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 3RT United Kingdom T: +44 1494 459 200 E: simon.tebb@tsi.com W: www.tsi.com

Spicer Consulting has built a world wide reputation in magnetic fields cancelling for scanning electron microscopes and simulation instruments.

TSI is the leading worldwide manufacturer of aerosol measurement solutions.

SS Scientific Limited Dr Steve Shannon Director Units 6 - 9, Broad Farm, Hellingly, East Sussex BN27 4DU United Kingdom T: +44 1323 441 920 E: steve@ss-sci.com W: www.ss-sci.com Our focus is on scientific instruments incorporating precision mechanics, electronics and software. Used within a vacuum environment from XHV to Plasma procession pressures.

Uniscan Instruments Ltd Graham Johnson Managing Director Sigma House, Burlow Road, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9JB United Kingdom T: +44 1298 70 981 E: graham.johnson@uniscan.co.uk W: www.uniscan.co.uk Uniscan Instruments design, develop, manufacture and supply electrochemical and corrosion measurement instruments, innovative scanning probe and surface measurement systems.

Vacuum Systems Ltd Dr George Krizek Managing Director 11 Lexden Lodge Industrial Estate, Crowborough, East Sussex TN6 2NQ United Kingdom T: +44 1892 665 633 E: krizek@vacsys.co.uk W: www.vacsys.co.uk Engineering and applied Microanalysis Vacuum Systems. Veeco Alex Winkel Bucking Industrial Park, Anderson Road, Swavesey, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 4UQ United Kingdom T: +44 1954 233 913 E: awinkel@veeco.co.uk W: www.veeco-europe.com Veeco provides the tools to make, measure and visualize today’s world-changing technologies. Whistonbrook Technologies Ltd Dr Stephen Edwards Technical Director Unit C24, 110 Butterfield, Great Marling, Luton, Bedfordshire LU2 8DL United Kingdom T: +44 1582 515 212 E: s.edwards@whistonbrook.com W: www.whistonbrook.com Whistonbrook Technologies Limited is a small electronic instrument design house founded in 1997 and based in Bedfordshire, UK. Windsor Scientific Ltd Dr Keith Dawes General Manager 264 Argyll Avenue, Slough Trading Estate, Slough, Berkshire SL1 4HE United Kingdom T: +44 1753 822 522 E: office@windsor-ltd.co.uk W: www.windsorscientific.co.uk Our purpose is to provide research and development instrumentation to stimulate the advanced of scientific research for the benefit of the community. ZonePlates Ltd Dr Pambos Charalambous Director 8 South Way, Claverings Industrial Estate, London N9 0AB United Kingdom T: +44 20 8887 6921 E: pambos@ZonePlates.com W: www.zoneplates.com Fabrication of high resolution Zone Plates, Gratings, and other nanostructures in a variety of materials.

Automotive A Raymond GmbH & Co KG Dr Martin Kurth Project Co-Ordinator Teichstrasse 57, Lorrach D-79539 Germany T: +49 762 1668 3073 E: martin.kurth@de.raymond.com W: www.araymond.com Inventors of fastening solutions. BMW Dr Michael Kohnhauser BMW Group Headquarters, Munich D-80778 Germany T: +49 893 823 1496 E: michael.kohnhaeuser@bmw.de W: www.bmwgroup.com The BMW Group is the most successful premium manufacturer in the automotive industry. One of the fundamental prerequisites for this success was and is ongoing leadership and innovation in the construction of cars perceived and acknowledged as leaders by the customer Brembo Headquarters Simone Turani Via Brembo n. 25, Curno (BG) I-24035 Italy T: +39 35 605 2111 E: simone_turani@brembo.it W: www.brembo.com Brembo is a world leader in the design, development, production and sale of disc braking systems for passenger cars, motorcycles, commercial vehicles and racing cars.

Sponsored by... Caparo Vehicle Technologies David Skertchly Unit 6, The Ringway Centre, Houndmills Business Park, Edison Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 6YH United Kingdom T: +44 1256 351 340 E: d.skertchly@caparo-vt.com W: www.caparovehicletechnologies.com Caparo Vehicle Technologies (CVT) is an advanced technology and engineering design company, focused on providing technology development, materials engineering and design services to the mainstream automotive, aerospace and marine markets. Centro Ricerche Fiat Mauro Comoglio Sede Di Trento 38, Via dei solteri, Trento, Trento I-38100 Italy T: +39 11 908 3720 E: mauro.comoglio@crf.it W: www.crf.it Centro Ricerche Fiat S.C.p.A. (CRF) was founded in 1976 as the Fiat Group’s major source of expertise in innovation, research and development. Daimler AG Eberhard Bessey Stuttgart D-70546 Germany T: +49 711 170 E: dialog@daimler.com W: www.daimler.com Globally leading producer of premium passenger cars and the largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in the world. Degussa Johannes Averdung Evonik Industries AG, Rellinghauser Straße 1-11, Essen D-45128 Germany T: +49 201 177 01 E: Johannes.averdung@degussa.com W: www.degussa.com The Chemicals Business Area of Evonik Industries focuses on specialty chemicals that find application in the most diverse products and industries, from automotive to pharmaceuticals. Working closely with customers, we develop innovative, custom designed products and solutions - and so shape people’s everyday lives. Delphi Diesel Systems Andrew Byne 5725 Delphi Drive, Troy, Michigan 48098-2815 United States of America T: +1 248 813 2000 E: andrew.byne@delphi.com W: www.delphi.com Delphi is a leading global supplier for the automotive, computing, communications, energy, and consumer accessories markets. Evonik Degussa Dr Sylvia Hermasch Bennigsenplatz 1, Dusseldorf D-40474 Germany T: +49 211 65 0410 E: sylvia.hermasch@evonik.com W: www.degussa.com Evonik is an international industrial group with a workforce of about 41,000 and activities all over the world. We hold leading positions in the business areas Chemicals, Energy, and Real Estate. Group Lotus plc Jason Rowe Chief Engineer - Materials & Manufacturing Engineering Lotus Engineering, Potash Lane, Hethel, Norfolk NR14 8EZ United Kingdom T: +44 1953 608 423 E: jrowe@lotuscars.co.uk W: www.grouplotus.com Providing world-class engineering services and technologies, Lotus is established as a specialist in the global automotive industry, both as a successful manufacturer of sports cars and as a leading engineering consultancy for vehicle manufacturers and suppliers. HilTech Developments Ltd John Holden Chief Engineer 22 Larbre Crescent, Whickham, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear NE16 5YG United Kingdom T: +44 191 488 6258 E: jholden@hiltechdevelopments.com W: www.hiltechdevelopments.com HILTech Developments is a Research and Development, Consultancy and Engineering Services Company Specializing in LeadingEdge Electric Vehicle technologies.

Infineum UK Ltd Martin Dare Edwards PO Box 1, Milton Hill, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 6BB United Kingdom T: +44 1235 549 500 E: martin.dare-edwards@infineum.com W: www.infineum.com The Infineum Group of Companies is a world-class petroleum additives enterprise. Innospec Steve Cook Research Fellow PO Box 17, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire CH65 4HF United Kingdom T: +44 151 348 5835 E: steve.cook@innospecinc.com W: www.innospecinc.com Our mission is to create a focused and profitable specialty chemicals business that is growing organically and through strategic acquisition. Lola Cars International Ltd Ted Brezina Business Development Manager Lola House, Glebe Road, St. Peter’s Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE29 7DS United Kingdom T: +44 1480 451 301 E: tbrezina@lolacars.com W: www.lola-group.com Lola Group, owned by businessman Martin Birrance, is a globally recognised supplier of advanced technology solutions to many industries, including, aerospace, defence, automotive, motorsport and communications. Low Carbon and Fuel Cell Technology KTN Mr Jonathan Butler Project Manager Orchard Road, Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 5HE United Kingdom T: +44 1763 256 064 E: jonathanbutler@fuelcelltoday.com W: www.fuelcellktn.com The Low Carbon KTN (LC KTN) builds on the work of the Low Carbon and Fuel Cell Technology KTNs. The LC KTN will take forward low carbon automotive applications as an integral part of enhanced knowledge transfer activities for the UK’s transport community. Pilkington Group Ltd Iain Smith Group Controller Alexandra Business Park, Prescot Road, St Helens, Merseyside WA10 3TT United Kingdom T: +44 1744 28 882 E: iain.smith@nsg.com W: www.pilkington.com The NSG Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of glass and glazing systems in three major business areas; Building Products, Automotive and Specialty Glass. Sasol Germany GmbH Torno Olaf Anckelmannsplatz 1, Hamburg D-20537 Germany T: +49 406 368 41408 E: anke.reif@de.olefinsurf.com W: www.sasol.com Sasol are an integrated energy and chemicals company. SMMT Ltd David Croxson Head of International Department Forbes House, Halkin Street, London SW1 X7DS United Kingdom T: +44 20 7235 7000 E: dcroxson@smmt.co.uk W: www.smmt.co.uk Working closely with member companies, SMMT acts as the voice of the motor industry, promoting its position to government, stakeholders and the media. Toyota Industries (Europe) Toru Sugiyama Bourgetlaan 60, Brussels B-1140 Belgium T: +32 2745 2111 W: www.toyota-europe.com As the world’s second largest automaker, Toyota designs, tests, manufactures, sells, and services vehicles and vehicle components.

TRW Conekt Roger Hazelden Technology Group Leader Technical Centre, Stratford Road, Solihull, West Midlands B90 4GW United Kingdom T: +44 121 627 4242 E: roger.hazelden@trw.com W: www.conekt.net Conekt is the consultancy arm of TRW automotive, generating new ideas and applying science and technology to product development, manufacture and validation. Visteon UK Limited Morris Roseman Materials Specialist Visteon Customer and Technology Centre, GC-K03_C, Endeavour Drive, Basildon, Essex SS14 3WF United Kingdom T: +44 1268 701 793 E: mrosema4@visteon.com W: www.visteon.com Visteon’s vision is to partner with our customers to help them build the best vehicles Williams Grand Prix Engineering Ltd. Mr. Brian Patrick O’Rourke Chief Composites Engineer Grove, Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 0DQ United Kingdom T: +44 1235 777 700 E: brian.orourke@williamsf1.com W: www.williamsf1.com Williams F1 is one of the worlds leading Formula One teams.

Catalysts and Absorbents Haldor Topsoe Bent Larsen Logistics Department Catalyst Division, Nymollevej 55, Kongens Lyngby DK-2800 Denmark T: +45 27 85 75 E: bll@topsoe.dk W: www.topsoe.com The company is governed by the notion that only through fundamental science can we continue to offer our clients the best, and the past 60 years offer an on-going tale of improving catalysis. Johnson Matthey Dr Sally Jones Public Relations Manager 40-42 Hatton Garden, London EC1N 8EE United Kingdom T: +44 20 7269 8407 E: sally.jones@matthey.com W: www.matthey.com Johnson Matthey is a specialist chemicals company focused on its care skills in catalysis, precious metals, fine chemicals and process technology. Oxford Catalysts Dr Will Barton Chief Operationss Officer 115e Milton Park, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX14 4RZ United Kingdom T: +44 1235 841 708 E: will.barton@oxfordcatalysts.com W: www.oxfordcatalysts.com

Characterisation BegbrokeNano Alison Crossley Oxford University Begbroke Science Park, Sandy Lane, Yarnton, Kidlington, Oxfordshire OX5 1PF United Kingdom T: +44 1865 283 726 E: alison.crossley@materials.ox.ac.uk W: www.begbrokenano.com Begbroke nano offers a comprehensive service for the investigation of materials and materials related problems, our expert knowledge and extensive facilities can be used in a variety of ways to support our customers. CEMMNT Paul Newbatt Business development director SEIC, Sir Denis Rooke Building, Holywell Park, Loughborough University, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 3TU United Kingdom T: +44 1509 635 277 E: paul.newbatt@cemmnt.co.uk W: www.cemmnt.co.uk CEMMNT provides world-leading measurement, characterisation and analytical services across multiple industry sectors. Loughborough Surface Analysis Ltd Mr David Sykes MD PO Box 5016, Holywell Park, Ashby Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 3WS United Kingdom T: +44 1509 260 779 E: d.e.sykes@lsaltd.co.uk W: www.lsaltd.co.uk An independent analytical laboratory, providing support to industrial researchers, process engineers and independent consultants. York JEOL Center Professor Edward Boyes Co-Director Helix House, York Science Park, Heslington, York, North Yorkshire Y010 5BR United Kingdom T: +44 1904 328 407 E: eb520@york.ac.uk W: www.york.ac.uk/res/nanocentre The York JOEL Nanocentr represents a major long term coolaboration between the University of York, yorkshire Forward, through them the European Union, and JOEL who are world leaders in eletron optics.

Coatings and Inks 3M UK plc Mr Martin Hutchinson Development Specialist Standard Way, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL6 2XA United Kingdom T: +44 1609 780 170 E: mhutchinson@mmm.com W: www.3m.com

Oxford Catalysts is innovating to create a cleaner future; its products have the potential to change the world.

3M is a diversified technology company serving customers and communities with innovative products and services. Each of our six businesses has earned leading global market positions.

PQ Silicas UK Dr Alan Minihan Product Technology Manager 4 Liverpool Road, Warrington, Cheshire WA5 1AQ United Kingdom T: +44 1925 416 100 E: alan.minihan@pqcorp.com W: www.pqcorp.com

Accelerated Weathering Laboratory (AWL) Ltd Paul Edwards Technical Director Berkeley House, Hunts Rise, South Marston Park, Swindon, Wiltshire SN3 4TG United Kingdom T: +44 1793 834 211 E: paul.edwards@awlltd.co.uk W: www.awlltd.co.uk

PQ Corporation is a leading producer of silicate, zeolite, and other performance materials serving the detergent, pulp and paper, chemical, petroleum, catalyst, water treatment, construction, and beverage markets.

We cater for aerospace, medical, automotive, and non motive sectors including prototype engineering facility, static low temperature testing and biodegradable performance

Rahu Catalysts Ltd Glenn Fletcher Finance & Operations Director H2O-Lake View Drive, Sherwood Park, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG15 0HT United Kingdom T: +44 1623 722 114 E: glenn.fletcher@rahucat.com W: www.rahucat.com

Advanced Insulation Systems Sarah Rogers Chief Chemist Rigestate, Station Road, Berkeley, Gloucestershire GL13 9RL United Kingdom T: +44 1453 511 600 E: sarah.rogers@aisplc.com W: www.aisplc.com

RahuCat has the skills to tailor its solutions to a broad range of industrial applications and has resources to provide technical support to its customers in the development and roll out of the technology.

Advanced Insulation Plc was founded in late 2007 with the express purpose of acquiring Alderney Materials Ltd from Alderney plc. This was achieved in early 2008 thanks to substantial backing of private capital.

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Advanced Technology Coatings Limited Mr Trevor Carroll General Manager 1 Drakes Court, Eagle Road, Langage Business Park, Plympton, Devon PL7 5JY United Kingdom T: +44 1752 300 582 E: sales@afetc.com W: www.afetc.com

Ardeje Pascal Pierron 4, rue Georges Auric, Valence F-26000 France T: +33 47578 2660 E: pierron@ardeje.com W: www.ardeje.com

AFE Technology Coatings (AFETC) is a developer and manufacturer of thin film based optical filters and coatings for use in a variety of precision optical applications. Specialising in high performance products AFETC supplies prototypes and OEM quantities of filters and coatings to industry leaders.

Astics GmbH Stephan Puetz Partner Hergelsmühlenweg 2 , Aachen D-52080 Germany T: +49 241 1890 730 E: stephan.puetz@astic W: www.astics.net

Akzo Nobel Andrew Burgess Research Fellow Wilton Applied Research Group, Wilton Centre, Wilton, Redcar, Cleveland TS10 4RF United Kingdom T: +44 1642 435 859 E: andrew.burgess@akzonobel.com W: www.akzonobel.com

Suppliers of dirt-repellent coatings for industrial rollers and anti-adhesives for demoulding applications

Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, we make and supply a wide range of paints, coatings and specialty chemicals - 2008 revenue totaled 15.4 bln euros. Infact we are the largest global paints and coatings company. Akzo Nobel Powder Coatings Ltd Arthur Moseley Marketing Manager Stoneygate Lane, Felling, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear NE10 0JY United Kingdom T: +44 191 402 2457 E: arthur.moseley@interpon.com W: www.interpon.com AkzoNobel Powder Coatings is the largest global manufacturer of powder coatings, and a leader in powder coatings technology. We offer effective coatings solutions for a wide range of applications, including furniture, automotive, IT, appliance, the architectural market and general industry. Alacritas Consultancy Ltd. Dr Rick Spencer Director 196 Main Street, Markfield, Leicestershire LE67 9UX United Kingdom T: +44 1530 244 655 E: nano@alacritas.net W: www.alacritas.net We work in vacuum coating and thin films for almost 20 years. Alanod Aluminium-Veredlung GmbH & Co KG Dieter Hoffmann Sales Manager Egerstraße 12, Ennepetal D-58256 Germany T: +49 233 3986 500 E: hoffmann@alanod.de W: www.alanod.de Alanod began by manufacturing 810mm 32 inch wide anodised aluminium coil in 1976. ALD NanoSolutions Inc Alan Weimer 580 E. Burbank St, Unit 100, Broomfeld, Colorado CO 80020 United States of America T: +1 303 318 4145 E: aweimer@aldnanosolutions.com W: www.aldnanosolutions.com ALD NanoSolutions helps our customers accelerate their product innovation. Applied Multilayers Ltd Dr Michael Walls Director Garden Court, Gee Road, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 4NB United Kingdom T: +44 1530 830 545 E: michael.walls@applied-multilayers.com W: www.applied-multilayers.com At applied multi-layers we offer the ultimate sputtering process for optical applications. The closed field magnetron reactive sputtering process provides optimum deposition conditions for super-smooth, non absorbing and low stress thin film growth. Archer Technicoat Ltd Mr Calvin Prentice Techinical Director Progress Rd, Sands Industrial Estate, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 4JD United Kingdom T: +44 1494 462 101 E: calvin.prentice@cvd.co.uk W: www.cvd.co.uk We specialise in Surface Coatings & Materials Technology.

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Atkina Ltd Prof Jim Cairns Project Officer Harris Building, University of Dundee, Dundee, Angus DD1 4HN United Kingdom T: +44 1382 344 401 E: j.a.cairns@dundee.ac.uk W: www.dundee.ac.uk Aktina is developing an enabling technology which allows thin coatings to be fixed to a range of surfaces. This technology has great potential across a range of applications, which include optical circuit boards, liquid crystal displays and gas sensors. Becker Industrial Coatings Ltd Bill Lee Goodlass Road, Speke, Liverpool, Merseyside L24 9HJ United Kingdom T: +44 151 448 1010 E: bill.lee@beckers-bic.com W: www.beckers-bic.com We supply coatings for the industrial finishing of metal & plastic. We are a european market leader for coil coating paints and a key supplier of special coating systems for the industry. Buhler PARTEC GmbH Samuel Schaer Head of PARTEC Business Unit Science Park 2, Saarbrucken D-66123 Germany T: +49 681 394 6550 E: samuel.schaer@buhlergroup.com W: www.buhlergroup.com Buhler is a global specialist in the field of plant design and construction and the related services for transforming renewable and synthetic materials into products and valuable substances. BYK Chemie GmbH Dr Michael Berkei Product Group Manager - Nanotechnology Abelstrasse 45, Wesel D-46483 Germany T: +49 281 6703 279 E: Michael.Berkei@altanachemie.com W: www.altana.com BYK Additives & Instruments: success through innovation, service and customer orientation CA Technology Ltd Dr Peter Chandler Director 28 School Road, West Wellow, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 6AR United Kingdom T: +44 1794 323 126 E: peterchandler@btinternet.com W: www.surfaceweb.com CA Technology provides a range of specialist technical and market consultant services which aim to help companies develop and exploit their Intellectual property. CEVP Ltd Ben Jensen Unit 24, Euro Buisiness Park, New Road, Newhaven, East Sussex BN9 0DQ United Kingdom T: +44 1273 515 899 E: ben@cevp.co.uk W: www.cevp.co.uk CEVP creates the world’s most versatile tools for sputtering and nanomaterial growth. Chamelic Ltd Dr Sasha Heriot Business Development Manager Leeds Innovation Centre, 103 Clarendon Rd, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 9DF United Kingdom T: +44 113 246 8520 E: s.heriot@chamelic.co.uk W: www.chamelic.co.uk Chamelic Ltd develops and sells a range of high performance surface treatments that can be used in many applications.

Clariant Dr Matthew Walker R & D Manager Clariant House, Unit 2, Rawdon Park, Yeadon, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS19 7BA United Kingdom T: +44 113 239 7936 E: matthew.walker@clariant.com W: www.clariant.co.uk Clariant is a world leader is speciality chemicals, represented on 5 continents by over 100 group companies. Coatings Comet Glenda Thisdell Editor 14 Castle Mews, High Street, Hampton, Middlesex TW12 2NP United Kingdom T: +44 20 8487 0800 E: G.Thisdell@pra-world.com W: www.pra-world.com PRA is the world’s most complete surface coatings advisor and the essential connector to the global surface coatings community throughout the supply chain. Colourite Metal Treatments Louise Byrne Selinas Lane, Dagenham, Essex RM8 1ET United Kingdom T: +44 20 8592 1172 E: louise.byrne@colourite.net W: www.colourite.net Colourite Metal Treatments is a specialist anodising and metal finishing company, working with a wide variety of products, from automotive parts to sculpture to architectural pieces. Corus Colours Rodney Rice Business Development Manager Shotton Works, Deeside, Flintshire CH5 2NH United Kingdom T: +44 1244 892 434 E: rodney.rice@corusgroup.com W: www.colorcoat-online.com CORUS Colors is an international business manufacturing pre-finished steel for the building envelope, domestic applications and manufactured goods markets. Crown Paints Sally Heppenstall Marketing Manager Hollins Road, Darwen, Lancashire BB3 0BG United Kingdom T: +44 870 240 1127 E: sally.heppenstall@crownpaint.co.uk W: www.crownpaint.co.uk Paint manufacturers. CVD Technologies Dr David Sheel MD Cockroft Building, Salford University Campus, Manchester M5 4WT United Kingdom T: +44 7810 707 984 E: d.w.sheel@salford.ac.uk W: www.cvdtechnologies.co.uk We are a recognised leader in the field of atmospheric pressure CVD. We offer a vertically integrated capability from research through product and process feasibility, prototyping and design and commissioning of the full production process. Datalase Sandra Cousins VP of Sales & Marketing Unit 3, Wheldon Rd, Widnes, Cheshire WA8 8FW United Kingdom T: +44 151 423 9360 E: scousins@datalase.com W: www.datalase.com Datalase produces a pigment which is used to create an ink that can be printed as a patch onto a product. Eltro (GB) Ltd. Jeremy Cockrem Managing Director Unit B4, Armstrong Mall, Southwood Business Park, Farnborough, Surrey GU14 0NR United Kingdom T: +44 1252 523 000 E: jeremy.cockrem@eltro.co.uk W: www.eltro.co.uk eltro’s process is an environmentally friendly nitration process, which is easy on resources, and provides protection of components and tools against wear, corrosion and for increased strength.

Fraunhofer - Institut fur Schichte-und Oberflachentechnik (IST) Axel Thielmann Breslauer Strasse 48, Karlsruhe D-76139 Germany T: +49 721 68 090 E: isi@fraunhofer.de W: www.ist.fraunhofer.de The Fraunhofer-Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films in Braunschweig, Germany. Fraunhofer - Institut fur Schichte-und Oberflachentechnik (IST) Tobas Fchripp Bienroder Weg 54 E, Braunschweig D-38108 Germany T: +49 531 21 550 E: info@ist.fraunhofer.de W: www.ist.fraunhofer.de The Fraunhofer Institute for surface technology, coatings, novel coating systems, thin-film analytics, plasma technology. Fujifilm Imaging Colorants Ltd Mark Kenworthy PO Box 42, Hexagon Tower, Blackley, Manchester M9 8ZS United Kingdom T: +44 161 721 1874 E: mark.kenworthy@fujifilmic.com W: www.fujifilmimagingcolorants.com FUJIFILM Imaging Colorants (FFIC) is a world leader in the development and supply of innovative, high performance colorants for the global digital printing market. Fujifilm-Sericol Nigel Gould Research and Development Manager Pysons Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 2LE United Kingdom T: +44 1843 872 067 E: nigel.gould@fujifilmsericol.com W: www.fujifilmsericol.com FujiFilm sericol is the globa;l leader in the formulation, manufacture and marketing of premium Inks and comsumables for the Inkjet, screen, and narrow Web print markets. Hardide Coatings Ltd Nick King Business Development Manager Unit 11, Wedgwood Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire OX26 4UL United Kingdom T: +44 1869 353 830 E: nking@hardide.com W: www.hardide.com Hardide is the leading global innovator and provider of binder-free tungsten carbidebased internal and external surface coatings. HARMAN technology Ltd Trevor Rhodes Ilford Way, Mobberley, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 7JL United Kingdom T: +44 1565 683 970 E: trevor.rodes@harmantechnology.com W: www.harmantechnology.com The company trades as ILFORD PHOTOS for the range of monochrome film, paper, and photo chemistry products. Holland Colours Jan Schrauwen Halvemaanweg 1, Halvemaanweg 1, Apeldoorn NL-7300 AS Netherlands T: +31 55 368 0700 E: info@hollandcolours.com W: www.hollandcolours.com Colouring solutions for plastics and coatings. Holland Colours Jolien Stevels Director Unit 16-18, Sabre Court, Valentine Close, Gillingham Business Park, Gillingham, Kent ME8 0RW United Kingdom T: +44 1634 388 727 E: jstevels@hollandcolours.com W: www.hollandcolours.com At Holland Colours, we’ve been colouring the plastics and coatings world for over a quarter of a century. IMPT Ltd James Reeves Commercial Manager Biocity, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 1GF United Kingdom T: +44 115 912 4293 E: james.reeves@imptl.com W: www.imptl.com IMPT the developer and implementer of low cost advanced coating processes.

Sponsored by... Inca Digital Printers Dr Will Eve Director 512 Coldhams. Lane, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 3JS United Kingdom T: +44 1223 577 800 E: will.eve@incadigital.com W: www.incadigital.com INCA Digital is an industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of ink jet printers for the print industry. Indestructible Paint Ltd Mr Brian Norton Managing Director 19-25 Pentos drive, Birmingham, West Midlands B11 3TA United Kingdom T: +44 121 702 2485 E: brian@indestructible.co.uk W: www.indestructible.co.uk Indestructible Paint is an independent specialist coating company manufacturing of engine coatings; air frame, defence and marine paints and general industrial coatings. Information Research Limited Dr Andrew Jackson Senior Analyst CP House, 97-107 Uxbridge Road, London W5 5TL United Kingdom T: +44 20 8832 7830 E: ajackson@brg.co.uk W: www.informationresearch.co.uk IRL, a division of Business Research Group, offers a comprehensive range of marketing research and analysis services to the global paints and coatings industries. International Paint Limited Jim Brown Marketing Development Manager Stoneygate Lane, Gateshead NE10 0JY United Kingdom T: +44 191 401 2417 E: jim.brown@internationalpaint.com W: www.international-paints.co.uk International supplier of marine coatings, delivering technologically advanced, environmentally responsible coatings solutions for protecting vessels and life at sea. IonBond Ltd Dr Peter Hatto Director Unit 36, No. 1 Industrial Estate, Medomsley Road, Consett, County Durham DH8 6TS United Kingdom T: +44 1207 599 795 E: p.hatto@uk.ionbond.com W: www.ionbond.com An international leader in highest quality thin-film PVD, PA-CVD and CVD coating technologies. We offer state of the art coating service in 45 coating centers worldwide and manufacture customer specific coating equipment. Lake Chemicals & Minerals Dr Steven Cartlidge Managing Director Imex Business Centre, Oxleasow Road, Redditch, Worcestershire B98 0RE United Kingdom T: +44 1527 830 461 E: steven.cartlidge@lakecm.co.uk W: www.lakecm.co.uk Lake employs the finest talented professionals to discover the speciality products and processes that create technical and commercial value for our customers and suppliers. Leighs Paints Andrew Taylor Head of Science Tower Works, Kestor Street, Bolton, Lancashire BL2 2AL United Kingdom T: +44 1204 521 771 E: andrew.taylor@leighspaints.com W: www.leighspaints.com Leighs Paints is a leading UK manufacturer of industrial paint, including intumescent coatings. We have a wide range of industrial paints coatings suitable for a variety of applications backed up with excellent technical advice. Macdermid Autotype Ltd Nigel Holmes Senior Project Chemist Grove Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 7BZ United Kingdom T: +44 1235 773 168 E: nholmes@macdermidautotype.com W: www.macdermidautotype.com MacDermid Autotype’s mission is to apply technology to help our customers in the electronics, display screen and printing industries to succeed.

Magink Display Technologies Inc Mr David Coates Project Manager Coulham Innovation Centre, D5 Coulham Science Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 3DB United Kingdom T: +44 1865 408 349 E: dcoates@magink.com W: www.magink.com Magink is a privately held company that is the worlds first developer and provider of full colour reflective digital ink displays.

NanoScape Wayne Daniel Am Klopferspitz 19, Planegg-Martinsried D-82152 Germany T: +49 894 6133 44310 E: info@nanoscape.de W: www.nanoscape.de NanoScape is a leading provider of porous, nanocrystalline materials and a developer of tailored application solutions for today’s CleanTech markets.

Mantis Deposition Ltd Mr Alistair Kean Technical Director 2 Goodson Industrial Mews, Wellington St, Thame, Oxfordshire OX9 3BX United Kingdom T: +44 1844 260 160 E: alistair.kean@mantisdeposition.com W: www.mantisdeposition.com

P2i Petra Smith Business Development Director Unit 14, Central 127(N), Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 4SA United Kingdom T: +44 1235 838 284 E: petra.smith@p2ilabs.com W: www.p2ilabs.com

Mantis Deposition is a speciality instrumentation company developing high quality deposition components and systems for the thin film coating community.

P2i is the worlds leader in liquid repellent nano-coating technology. We make good products great by applying innovative science

MEL Chemicals Colin Norman Quality & Devlopment Manager PO Box 6, Lumn’s Lane, Swinton, Manchester M27 8LS United Kingdom T: +44 161 911 1067 E: colin.norman@melchemicals.com W: www.zrchem.com

Paint Research Association Jonathan Bourne Managing Director PRA Coatings Technology Centre, 14 Castle Mews, High Street, Hampton, Middlesex TW12 2NP United Kingdom T: +44 20 8487 0800 E: j.bourne@pra-world.com W: www.pra-world.com

MEL Chemicals is a global producer and supplier of inorganic chemicals specialising in zirconium based chemicals. Monitor Coatings Limited Dr Bryan Allcock Managing Director 2 Elm Road, West Chirton Industrial Estate, North Shields, Tyne & Wear NE29 8SE United Kingdom T: +44 191 293 7040 E: bryanallcock@monitorcoatings.co.uk W: www.monitorcoatings.co.uk Monitor Coatings Limited is a privately owned company with over 30 years experience of providing high quality coatings to demanding industries such as aerospace, oil & gas exploration, steel and many others where high performance is required in hostile environments Nano Hygiene Coatings Ltd Mr. Allen Chasteauneuf Managing Director 5 Mildmay Close, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 9FR United Kingdom T: +44 870 765 7961 E: allenchasteauneuf@nanohygienecoatings.co.uk W: www.nanohygienecoatings.co.uk Nano Hygiene Coatings Ltd is a UK company specialising in the development of easy-clean and antimicrobial coatings derived from nano chemical technology. Nanocraft Sabri Akari Innovationszentrum, Engen D-78234 Germany T: +49 773 394 8445 E: akari@nanocraft.de W: www.nanocraft.de/english/english.html We perform research and develop projects in the region of Nano-, Bio- and Suface Technology with universities and industrial partners. Nanolia Bob Squirrell Director PO Box 61727, Paphos CY-8137 Cyprus T: +44 20 8144 9597 E: bob@nanolia.com W: www.nanolia.com Nanolia specialises in bringing nano-coatings to market, providing innovative solutions to everyday problems in industry, construction and the environment. Our extensive background in industrial marketing helps us marry opportunities to expertise and products to applications. NanoPool Neil McClelland The Old Laundry, 3 Coles Lane, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B72 INE United Kingdom T: +44 121 355 0973 E: neil.mcclelland@nanopool.co.uk W: www.nanopool.eu nanopool® GmbH, located in Schwalbach (Germany), is an innovative family business. Since 2001, it belongs to the businesses which deal with nanotechnology in the surface refinement field

PRA is the worlds most complete surface coatings advisor and the essential connector to the global surface coatings community throughpout the supply chain. PPG Industries UK Ltd Peter Wind PO Box 132, Leigh Road, Hindley Green, Wigan, Lancashire WN2 4XZ United Kingdom T: +44 1942 257 161 E: pwind@ppg.com W: www.ppg.com PPG Industries is a leader in its markets; is a streamlined, efficient manufacturer; and operates on the leading edge of new technologies and solutions. Rockwood Additives Limited Dr David Shaw Technical Manager P.O Box 2, Moorfield Road, Widnes, Cheshire WA8 3AA United Kingdom T: +44 151 495 2222 E: dshaw@rockwoodadditives.com W: www.rockwoodadditives.com We produce and market an exensive range of natural and synthetic additives that are used to perform critical functions by manufacturers of Industrial and Consumer products. Ronseal Ltd James Smith Marketing Director Thorncliffe Park, Chapeltown, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S25 2YP United Kingdom T: +44 114 240 9469 E: jsmith@ronseal.co.uk W: www.ronseal.co.uk Ronseal Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the international paint manufacturer. Scotech Limited Mr Steven Fraser Managing Director Netherton Road, Langbank, Port Glasgow, Renfrewshire PA14 6YG United Kingdom T: +44 1475 540 689 E: mail@scotech.ltd.uk W: www.scotech.ltd.uk Scotech is the UK’s premier distributor of thin film coating equipment and consumables. Scotech supply Capital Equipment and Consumables from market leading companies in the Vacuum Deposition and Etch field.

Silberline Ltd Ian Wheeler Head of Global Advanced Technologies Banbeath Road, Leven, Fife KY8 5HD United Kingdom T: +44 1333 424 734 E: wheeleri@silberline.com W: www.silberline.com Recognised today as a world leader in the manufacture and supply of aluminium effect pigments. Star Coating AG Switzerland Thomas Leu Gewerbestrasse 16, Niederhasli CH-8155 Switzerland T: +41 44 852 8585 E: info@starcoating.com. W: www.starcoating.ch Star Coating: Print media for Inkjet, Laser and Digital Printing Sun Chemical Derek Illseley Principal Scientist - Coatings Research Coatings Research, Cray Avenue, St Mary Cray, Orpington, Kent BR5 3PP United Kingdom T: +44 1689 894 185 E: derek.illsley@sunchem.com W: www.sunchemical.com Sun Chemical, the world’s largest producer of printing inks and pigments, is a leading provider of materials to packaging, publication, coatings, plastics, cosmetics and other industrial markets. SunJet Steve Hall A Division of Sun Chemical Ltd, Norton Hill, Midsomer Norton, Bath, Avon BA3 4RT United Kingdom T: +44 1761 408 509 E: steve.hall@sunchemical.com W: www.sunjetink.com Sun Chemical, the worlds largest producer of printing inks and pigments, is a leading provider of materials to packaging, publication, coatings, plastics, cosmetics and other industrial markets. Synthomer Andrew Hearley Senior R&D Chemist Central Road, Templefields, Harlow, Essex CM20 2BH United Kingdom T: +44 1279 436 211 E: andrew.hearley@synthomer.com W: www.synthomer.com Synthomer is a world-class supplier of synthetic polymers to industries ranging from paints and adhesives to textiles, speciality papers and plastics. Teer Coatings Dr Glynn Dyson Marketing Manager West Stone House, Berry Hill Industrial Estate, Droitwich, Worcestershire WR9 9AS United Kingdom T: +44 870 220 3910 E: glynn.dyson@teercoatings.co.uk W: www.teercoatings.co.uk Teer Coatings Ltd. Is a specialist Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) coating company, consisting of three distinct business functions. Topchim Dirk Stanssens Nijverheidsstraat 98, Wommelgem, Antwerp B-2160 Belgium T: +32 3350 0840 W: www.topchim.com We are a research driven chemical company, specializing in paper and cardboard coating technology, based in Belgium and Brazil.

Sea Solutions Diana Barbosa Managing Director 32 Granogwen Rd, Swansea, SA1 6UN United Kingdom T: +44 1792 641 144 E: dbarbosa@seasolutionsnano.com W: www.seasolutionsnano.com

Toppan Printing Co (UK) Ltd Neil Shepherd R & D Manager Gillingham House, 38-44, Gillingham Street, London SW1V 1HU United Kingdom T: +44 20 7828 7292 E: shepherd@toppan.co.uk W: www.toppan.co.uk

SEAS Nano is an innovative technology solutions provider, working in conjuntion with organizations and offering technical support to their product line which includes proposal of process improvement and to promote their product at the most competitive price through the market.

Our business activities span the areas of commercial printing, securities printing, packaging, publications printing, electronics and IC business. All of these divisions find their roots in the original letterpress printing business of 1900.

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Welsh Centre for Printing & Coating Mr Glyn Davies Commercial Manager School of Engineering, Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom T: +44 1792 295 095 E: g.r.davies@swansea.ac.uk W: www.swan.ac.uk/printing One of the worlds leading centres for research and development of printing and coating processes specialising in the application of materials by all forms of printing processes Xennia Technology Ltd Vicky Kemp Marketing Monroe House, Works Road, Letchworth, Hertfordshire SG6 1LN United Kingdom T: +44 1462 705 260 E: vkemp@xennia.com W: www.xennia.com Xennia is the worlds first one stop inkjet solution house

Consultancy 3D Metrics Mrs Sabine McNeill Director 21a Goldhurst Terrace, London NW6 3HB United Kingdom T: +44 20 7328 3701 E: sabine@3d-metrics.com W: www.3d-metrics.com 3D Metrics is partnered with SmartName to bring you targeted search terms designed specifically to enhance the user’s overall online search experience. Accrutek Mr Peter Manser Partner 19 Glovers Cresent, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 2TB United Kingdom T: +44 1937 574 108 E: peter@accrutek.co.uk W: www.accrutek.co.uk We are a polymer engineering consultancy with over forty four years experience in a wide range of disciplines, especially nano and micro technology. Arthur D Little Ltd Rick Eagar Managing Director Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0XL United Kingdom T: +44 870 336 6730 E: eagar.richard@adlittle.com W: www.adlittle.com We are a global management consultancy specializing in strategy and operations management, serving major corporations and organizations worldwide. ARUP Mr David Mellon Mechanical Engineer London Office, 13 Fitzroy Street, London W1T 4BQ United Kingdom T: +44 20 7636 1531 E: david.mellon@arup.com W: www.arup.com We are an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Asociacion de la Industria Navarra (AIN) Gonzalo Fuentes Cordovilla, Pamplona E-31191 Spain T: +34 94842 1101 E: gfuentes@ain.es W: www.ain.es

AZ-TECH Dr Alan Smith Director Hydowns Farm, Woodlands, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 8LX United Kingdom T: +44 1202 825 589 E: SmithAZT@aol.com W: www.az-technology.org AZTECH Consulting Limited was established over ten years ago as a technology consultancy. It’s expertise is in the management of emerging technology and it specialises in technology roadmapping and strategic planning, nanotechnology, project management, as well as advice on mergers and acquisitions. bd3T Mr Patrick Eaton Principal 2 Elm Avenue, Long Eaton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG10 4LR United Kingdom T: +44 115 849 0259 E: patrick.eaton@bd3T.com W: www.bd3T.com bd3T brings new technologies to manufacturers so that they can improve margins, enter new markets and exploit new business opportunities. Beetlestone Ltd Mr Rogers Beetlestone Director Smiths, Church Lane, Bury, Pulborough, West Sussex RH20 1PB United Kingdom T: +44 1798 839 072 E: rogers@beetlestone.com W: www.beetlestone.com Beetlestone business does consulting for high technology companies. Beta Technology Catherine Holt Project Manager Barclay Court, Heavens Walk, Doncaster Carr, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN4 5HZ United Kingdom T: +44 1302 322 633 E: catherine.holt@betatechnology.co.uk W: www.betatechnology.co.uk Beta Technology is a knowledge based company supporting commercial organisations, the public sector and research communities to collaborate and develop innovative projects. Bristol Colloid Centre Dr Paul Reynolds Project Manager Nanotechnology First Floor, University Gate East, Park Row, Bristol, Avon BS1 5UB United Kingdom T: +44 117 929 8388 E: bcc@bris.ac.uk W: www.thebcc.co.uk The Bristol Colloid Centre is a scientific consultancy group with dedicated laboratoy facilities and staff.

The Centre for Business Relationships, Accountability, Sustainability and Society (BRASS) is an ESRC funded research centre combining expertise from Cardiff University’s Business School, School of City and Regional Planning and Law school. Cientifica Tim Harper Managing Director 69 Brushfield Street, London E1 6AA United Kingdom T: +44 20 7377 8480 E: tim.harper@cientifica.com W: www.cientifica.eu Connecting the science with the business, TNTlog gets under the skin of emerging technologies ETDE 1 Didscurby, Glossop, Derbyshire M20 2EY United Kingdom T: +44 1457 854 341 W: www.etde.co.uk ETDE provides a full range of expertise at your service, during project perparation and post-project phases (design, construction, maintenance and operation) in two spheres of activity. Excitim Limited Dr Michael Taylor Director 31 Wordsworth drive, Market Drayton, Shropshire TF9 1ND United Kingdom T: +44 870 711 7153 E: m.taylor@excitim.co.uk W: www.excitim.co.uk At Excitim we coach companies and individuals to commercialise new products and services. FhG-IPA Dr Carmen Constantinescu Nobelstrasse 12, Stuttgart D-70569 Germany T: +49 711 970 1934 E: carmen.constatinescu@ipa.fraunhofer.de W: www.ipa.fraunhofer.de Finding solutions to organizational and technological challenges, particularly within the production environment of industrial enterprises.

C-Tech Innovation Dr Andrew Rowley Project Manager Capenhurst Technology Park, Capenhurst, Chester, Cheshire CH1 6EH United Kingdom T: +44 151 347 2919 E: andrew.rowley@ctechinnovation.com W: www.ctechinnovation.com

Forensic Science Service Andy Hopwood Trident Court, 2920 Solihull Parkway, Birminghham Business Park, Birmingham, West Midlands B37 7YN United Kingdom T: +44 121 329 5200 E: andy.hopwood@fss.pnn.police.uk W: www.forensic.gov.uk

C-Tech Innovation is a leading UK based, internationally focused, innovation management and technology development company.

The forensic Science Service is a leading provider of analysis and interpretation of evidence from crime scenes.

Cambridge Enterprise Limited Dr Nick Slaymaker Investment Manager University of Cambridge, 10 Trumpington Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 1QA United Kingdom T: +44 1223 760 339 E: nick.slaymaker@enterprise.cam.ac.uk W: www.enterprise.cam.uk

Provides consulting services to enterprises (especially SMEs), technology centers and universities.

Cambridge Enterprise exists to help University of Cambridge inventors, innovators and entrepreneurs make their ideas and concepts more commercially successful for the benefit of society, the UK economy, the inventors and the University.

Aston Carter Ltd Nina Loi Personal Assistant to Chief Executive 15 Bonhill Street, London EC2A 4DN United Kingdom T: +44 20 7739 5500 E: nloi@astoncarter.co.uk W: www.astoncarter.co.uk

Cambridge Investment Research Ltd Dr Justin Hayward Managing Director The Old Bakery, Belgrave Rd, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9EE United Kingdom T: +44 1223 303 500 E: jhayward@cambridgeinvestmentresearch.com W: www.cambridgeinvestmentresearch.com

We support the people who support the world’s great businesses and help younger organisations grow.

CIR is an independent, project-based strategy consultancy based in Cambridge, England since 2001.

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Centre for Business Relationships, Accountability, Sustainability and Society (BRASS) Mrs Elizabeth Thomas Communications Manager Cardiff University, 55 Park Place, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF10 3AT United Kingdom T: +44 29 2087 6562 E: heminge@cf.ac.uk W: www.brass.cf.ac.uk

Frost and Sullivan Bernard Weber European Sales Manager 4 Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0DH United Kingdom T: +44 20 7343 8352 E: bweber@frost.com W: www.frost.com Frost & Sullivan enables clients to accelerate growth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation and leadership. Genacys Dr Khalid Shukri Director 298 Regents Park Road, Finchley, London N3 2UA United Kingdom T: +44 20 8371 3905 E: khalid@genacys.co.uk W: www.genacys.co.uk We conduct and provide Technology Evaluation, Due Diligence, Intellectual Property Appraisals, Licensing Facilitation, Technology Brokerage, Customer Introductions and Start-up Expertise.

GnoSys UK Professor Gary Stevens University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH United Kingdom T: +44 1483 689 164 E: g.stevens@gnosysgroup.com W: www.gnosysuk.com We are a multi-disciplinary science and technology company, specialising in research support, technical services and innovative product development. Informa Life Sciences Ms Naomi Gill Marketing Manager 29 Bressenden Place, London SW1E 5DR United Kingdom T: +44 20 7017 4698 E: naomi.gill@informa.com W: www.informa.com Informa plc is the leading international provider of specialist information and services for the academic and scientific, professional and commercial business communities Innoval Technology Limited Dr Colin Butler Senior Consultant Beaumont Close, Banbury, Oxfordshire OX16 1TQ United Kingdom T: +44 1295 702 807 E: colin.butler@innovaltec.com W: www.innovaltec.com We’re an independent company providing high quality consultancy and technical support to investors, manufacturers and endusers of aluminium, and other metals, across a broad range of industry sectors. Innovation Growth Mr Katy Patterson Event co-ordinator 25 Barnes Wallis Road, Segensworth East, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO15 5TT United Kingdom T: +44 1489 889 882 E: katy.patterson@innovation.co.uk W: www.solentsynergy.co.uk South East Business Innovation and Growth provides focused support which is designed to have a tangible and positive impact on companies in the South East of England Institute of Nanotechnology Dr Mark Morrison Weipers Centre, Garscube Estate, Bearsden Road, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G14 0LJ United Kingdom T: +44 141 330 8444 E: mark.morrison@nano.org.uk W: www.nano.org.uk Nanotechnology is an exciting area of scientific development which promises ‘more for less’. Isis Innovation Ltd Mr Terry Pollard Project Manager Ewert House, Ewert Place, Summerton, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 7SG United Kingdom T: +44 1865 280 830 E: terry.pollard@isis.ox.ac.uk W: www.isis-innovation.com Isis Innovation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Oxford, founded to exploit know-how arising out of research at one of the world’s premier research institutions. Keston Technologies Ltd Dr Richard Ball Managing Director The Old Granary, Swan Lane, Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 7AF United Kingdom T: +44 7740 101 058 E: richard.ball@keston-technologies.com W: www.keston-technologies.com Keston Technologies is a young and dynamic consulting company specialising in innovation, strategy and business development, regional development and international trade. Lux Research Raymond Creemers WTC H -Tower, Zuidplein 36, Amsterdam NL-1077XV Netherlands T: +31 20 799 7770 E: raymond.creemers@luxresearchinc.com W: www.luxresearchinc.com Lux Research is an independent research and advisory firm providing strategic advice and ongoing intelligence for emerging technologies.

Sponsored by... MCSQUARED Consultants Ltd Mrs Janet Mitchell Director The Pavillions, Plum Tree Farm, Harp Road, Mark, Somerset TA9 4QW United Kingdom T: +44 1278 641 659 E: janet.mitchell@mcsquaredconsultants.com W: www.mcsquaredconsultants.com We are the Company with a passion for making a difference, this will enable you to focus on running your business whilst we bring the expertise to improve your performance. MIME Solutions Dr Trish Melton Managing Director 61 Kingswood Park, Waterloo Lane, Frodsham, Cheshire WA6 6EH United Kingdom T: +44 1829 759 272 E: trish.melton@mimesolutions.com W: www.mimesolutions.com Mimes Solutions is a management consultancy business working within a variety of industries, e.g. chemicals, pharmaceutical and healthcare. Mir Enterprises Ltd Dr Mir Mokhtari Managing Director 173C Goldhurst Terrace, Hampstead, London NW6 3ES United Kingdom T: +44 7830 149 774 E: mokhtari@mir-enterprises.com W: www.mir-enterprises.com Mir Enterprises is the one stop solution to all your nano technology needs. With our extensive experience in the fabrication of micro and nano systems and access to the state of the art tool sets, your next technological innovation is not far from realisation MTI Ian Parslow Riverview House, Weyside Park, Catteshall Lane, Godalming, Surrey GU7 1XE United Kingdom T: +44 1483 520 200 E: info@mti.com W: www.mti.com From global enterprise companies through to local specialists businesses, MTI delivers storage virtualisation and networking solutions and services across all continents, from its european bases in the UK, Germany, France and the Netherlands Optimat Iain Weir Director Torus Building, Rankine Avenue, Scottish Enterprise Technology Park, East Kilbride, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G75 0QF United Kingdom T: +44 1355 272 800 E: iain.weir@optimat.co.uk W: www.optimat.co.uk Optimat is an independent company owned by four Directors. We have come a long way since our start-up in 1989 and have successfully completed several hundred strategic assignments for a broad range of clients. Oxford Innovation Limited Mrs Eileen Modral Consultant/Technology Innovation Manager Oxford Centre for Innovation, Mill Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 0JX United Kingdom T: +44 1865 811 127 E: e.modral@oxin.co.uk W: www.oxin.co.uk Oxford Innovation provides a range of services for the knowledge based economy and to organisations interested in business growth, technology commercialisation and economic development.

PA Consulting Peter Morgan Managing Consultant Cambridge Technology Centre, Melbourn, Hertfordshire SG8 6DP United Kingdom T: +44 7714 697 210 E: peter.morgan@paconsulting.com W: www.paconsulting.com

Sagentia Ltd Brent Hudson Chief Executive Officer Harston Mill, Harston, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB22 7GG United Kingdom T: +44 1223 875 200 E: brent.hudson@sagentia.com W: www.sagentia.com

PA Consulting Group is a leading management and IT consulting and technology firm. Independent and employeeowned, we operate globally in more than 30 countries and transform the performance of major organisations in both the private and public sectors.

We create, develop and deliver business opportunites, products and services for our clients, helping them grow and become more competitive.

PERA Ian Gee C/o Paint Research Association, 14 Castle Mews, High Street, Hampton, Middlesex TW12 2NP United Kingdom T: +44 1664 501 501 E: i.gee@pra-world.com W: www.pera.com Pera is a leading European innovation network, inspiring and enabling clients to transform their products, business processes and people beyond their competitors reach Qi3 Ltd Nathan Hill Managing Director St John’s Innovation Centre, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0WS United Kingdom T: +44 1223 422 404 E: nathan.hill@qi3.co.uk W: www.qi3.co.uk Qi3 provides a unique interface between sales and marketing and science and technology. Quotec Ltd Dr Jeremy Barratt Assisting programme manager The Dray House, The Maltings, School Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire HP7 0ET United Kingdom T: +44 1494 432 277 E: jeremy.barratt@Quotec.co.uk W: www.quotec.co.uk We specialise in industrial procesess and technology transfer between the science base and industry. Renfield Search & Selection Executives Allan Carlin 175 West George Street, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G2 2LB United Kingdom T: +44 141 221 8100 E: acarlin@selective-recruitment.co.uk W: www.selective-recruitment.co.uk Selective Consulting Group was established in 1997 to help support local enterprises facing the challenges of sourcing quality candidates within close proximity. RMT Stephen Slater Commercial Services & IT Partner Gosforth Park Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 8EG United Kingdom T: +44 191 256 9500 E: stephen.slater@r-m-t.co.uk W: www.r-m-t.co.uk RMT provide accountancy, business advice and IT consultancy services. Robinson Keane John Marsh Managing Director Century House, Regent Road, Altrincham, Cheshire WA14 1RR United Kingdom T: +44 161 929 9105 W: www.robinsonkeane.co.uk Robinson Keane, part of Kellan Group plc, is a board-level recruitment consultancy that only deals with senior appointments.

Oxford University Consulting Kerry Ant cliffe Wade-Martins Ewert House, Ewert Place, Summertown, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 7SG United Kingdom T: +44 1865 280 829 E: consulting@isis.ox.ac.uk W: www.isis-innovation.com

RTC North Ltd Martin McGurk European Project Manager 1 Hylton Park, Wessington Way, Sunderland SR5 3HD United Kingdom T: +44 191 516 4400 E: martin.mcgurk@rtcnorth.co.uk W: www.rtcnorth.co.uk

We provide consulting expertise and advice in technology transfer and innovation management to clients across the public and private sectors around the world.

We help organisations manage change through the adoption of more innovative working practices, new technology and a strategic approach to business growth.

Scottish Development International David Crossan Atlantic Quay, 150 Broomielaw, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G2 8LU United Kingdom T: +44 141 228 2828 E: david.crossan@scotent.co.uk W: www.scottishdevelopmentinternational.com SDI offers help and advice to companies looking for the ideal investment location for their business and provides a range of services for businesses thinking about entering the overseas market SQW Consulting Patrick Bonnett Senior Consultant 6 Park Place, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 2RU United Kingdom T: +44 113 389 9735 E: PBonnett@sqw.co.uk W: www.sqw.co.uk SQW Consulting is a leading independent consultancy in sustainable economic and social development. Steven Abbott Professor Steven Abbott 7 Elsmere Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 3SZ United Kingdom T: +44 7831 125 215 E: steven@stevenabbott.co.uk W: www.stevenabbott.co.uk Technical Software, Coating/Printing Science, NanoStructures and Formulations. Technology For Industry Ltd Dr John Malcolm Wilkinson Managing Director The Kroto Innovation Centre, Broad Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S3 7HQ United Kingdom T: +44 114 213 1800 E: jmw@tfi-ltd.co.uk W: www.tfi-ltd.co.uk We help build businesses based on emerging and disruptive technologies. Technology Partnership plc Dr David Anderson Scientific Products / Business Development Melbourn Science Park, Cambridge Road, Melbourn, Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 6EE United Kingdom T: +44 1763 262 626 E: david.anderson@ttp.com W: www.ttp.com

Think London Wouter Schuitemaker Level 35, 25 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5LQ United Kingdom T: +44 20 7718 5400 E: wouter@thinklondon.com W: www.thinklondon.com Think London is the official foreign direct investment agency for London. UK Laser Micromachining Centre Dr Nadeem Rizvi General Manager Dean Street, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 1UT United Kingdom T: +44 1248 383 662 E: n.rizvi@uk-lmc.co.uk W: www.uk-lmc.co.uk Laser Micromachining Limited (LML) is a company focussed on helping industry exploit novel uses of lasers for product development and manufacturing. Wilde FEA Ltd Mr David Deakin Managing Director Brindley Lodge, Adcroft St, Stockport, Cheshire SK1 3HS United Kingdom T: +44 161 474 7479 E: dmdeakin@wildefea.com W: www.wildefea.co.uk Wilde FEA offer you a full range of finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD) & reliability engineering software. YTKO Limited Hamish Watson General Manager St. John’s Innovation Centre, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0WS United Kingdom T: +44 1223 421 470 E: hamish.watson@ytko.com W: www.shef.ac.uk/engineering YTKO specialises in helping businesses to start up, to grow, and to exploit opportunities.

Consumer Products AGFA Geveart Luc Vanmaele Septestraat 27, Mortsel, Mortsel B-2640 Belgium T: +32 3444 2111 E: luc.vanmaele@agfa.com W: www.agfa.com The Agfa-Gevaert Group develops, produces and distributes an extensive range of analog and digital imaging systems and IT solutions, mainly for the printing industry and the healthcare sector, as well as for specific industrial applications. Carl Zeiss NTS GmbH Frank Höller Oberkochen Research Center, Oberkochen D-73446 Germany T: +49 736 420 4399 E: hoeller@zeiss.de W: www.zeiss.de

TTP is a technology and product development company. We work in partnership with our clients to bring your products to market creating new business from advances in technology.

The business groups of the Carl Zeiss Group operate in the growth markets of Medical and Research Solutions, Industrial Solutions and Lifestyle Products. Here, the trends of the future offer the company optimal growth opportunities.

Techtran Group Laura Bond Investment Manager Leeds Innovation Centre, 103 Clarendon Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 9DF United Kingdom T: +44 870 126 3200 E: laura@techtrangroup.com W: www.techtrangroup.com

Henkel UK Dr Richard Ellis Senior Research Associate Wexham Road, Room 72 Building 183, Slough, Berkshire SL2 5DS United Kingdom T: +44 1753 501 266 E: Richard.Ellis@uk.henkel.com W: www.henkel.com

Techtran Group Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of IP Group Plc, is a technology transfer company that provides commercialisation services to the University of Leeds

Henkel is a leader with brands and technologies that make people’s lives easier, better and more beautiful.

Tessella Support Services Dr Chris Hawkins Consultant Chadwick House, Birchwood Park, Warrington, Cheshire WA3 6AE United Kingdom T: +44 1925 286 800 E: hawc@tessella.com W: www.tessella.com Tessella has been successfully delivering IT and consulting services to world leaders in R&D, science and engineering.

Jewellery Industry Innovation Centre Frank Cooper Technical Manager UCE School of Jewellery, 82-86 Vittoria Street, Hockley, Birmingham, West Midlands B1 3PA United Kingdom T: +44 121 331 5940 E: frank.cooper@uce.ac.uk W: www.jewellery-innovation.co.uk The design and technology centre for the high value added industries. Assisting the jewellery and silversmithing industries and allied trades with new product development design, technology application and close to market research.

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Marks and Spencer Iain Finch Waterside House, 35 North Wharf Road, London W2 1NW United Kingdom T: +44 20 7935 4422 E: iain.finch@marks-and-spencer.com W: http://corporate.marksandspencer.com We sell clothing, food and homeware and we work hard to provide our customers with the highest quality products, service and shopping environments. Philips Peter Zandbergen Tweestationsstraat 80, Brussels B-1070 Belgium T: +32 32 2525 8111 E: peter.zandbergen@philips.com W: www.philips.be As a world leader in healthcare, lifestyle and lighting, Philips integrates technologies and design into people-centric solutions, based on fundamental customer insights and the brand promise of “sense and simplicity”. Philips Research Europe Dick Broer High Tech Campus 05, PO Box WB 01, Eindhoven NL-5656 AE Netherlands T: +31 40 279 1111 E: dick.broer@philips.com W: www.research.philips.com Philips Research is one of the world’s largest corporate research organizations. We develop new technologies and investigate potential growth areas for Philips. Reckitt Benckiser Neale Harrison Global R&D Category Group Director Dansom Lane, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire HU8 7DS United Kingdom T: +44 1482 863 213 E: Neale.Harrison@ReckittBenckiser.com W: www.rb.com Reckitt Benckiser is a global success story: a world leader in the global household, health and personal care sectors. Unilever Corporate Research Dr Yiton Fu Microsystems Specialist Colworth Science Park, Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire MK44 1LQ United Kingdom T: +44 1223 222 406 E: yiton.fu@unilever.com W: www.unilever.com We meet everyday needs, for nutrition, hygeine and personal care with brands that help peope feel good, look good and get more out of life. Unilever PLC Neil Irving Research Scientist Port Sunlight, Quarry Road East, Bebington, Wirral, Merseyside CH63 3JW United Kingdom T: +44 151 641 3140 E: neil.irving@unilever.com W: www.unilever.com We meet everyday needs, for nutrition, hygeine and personal care with brands that help peope feel good, look good and get more out of life.

Cosmetics and Personal Care Biogate AG Klaus Bohm CEO Neumeyerstraße 48, Nurnberg D-90411 Germany T: +49 911 5972 48300 E: presse@bio-gate.de W: www.bio-gate.de Application of unique silver technology to endow materials and products with antimicrobial properties Boots Healthcare Intl Liz Morgan Director Thane Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG2 3AA United Kingdom T: +44 115 955 4400 E: liz.morgan@bcm-ltd.co.uk W: www.boots-uk.com We’re here to help our customers look and feel better than they ever thought possible.

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Cornelius Group plc Steve Tuffley Divisional Director Cornelius House, Woodside, Dunmow Road, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire CM23 5RG United Kingdom T: +44 1279 714 300 E: steve.tuffley@cornelius.co.uk W: www.cornelius.co.uk We operate across important market sectors affecting consumer issues such as health, personal care, food, cosmetics etc; and also industrial markets such as surface coatings, plastics, rubber, composites and many more. Croda Dr Robert Sayer Research Team Leader Cowick Hall, Snaith, Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire DN14 9AA United Kingdom T: +44 151 423 9217 E: robert.sayer@croda.com W: www.croda.com Croda is a world leader in natural based speciality chemicals which are sold to virtually every type of industry. European Industry Association Cosmetics (COLIPA) Gerald Renner Avenue Herrmann Debroux 15A, Auderghem, Brussels B-1160 Belgium T: +32 2227 6610 E: colipa@colipa.be W: www.colipa.com The European Cosmetics Association, Colipa represents the interests of more than 2000 companies ranging from major international cosmetics manufacturers to small family-run businesses operating in niche markets. Johnson and Johnson Benjamin Gannon Lenneke Marelaan 6, St Stevens-Woluwe B-1932 Belgium T: +32 2749 2588 E: bgannon@its.jnj.com W: www.jnj.com Caring for the world, one person at a time... inspires and unites the people of Johnson & Johnson. We embrace research and science - bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and wellbeing of people. L’Oreal Francis Quinn 41 rue Martre, Clichy F-92117 France T: +33 14756 4871 E: fquinn@rd.loreal.com W: www.loreal.co.uk At L’Oreal, cosmetics have been the focus of all our energy and know-how for nearly a century. We are fully committed to putting all our expertise and research resources to work for the well-being of men and women, in all diversity, around the world. Lake Life Sciences Tony Battye Business Manager Imex Business Centre, Oxleasow Road, Redditch, Worcestershire B98 0RE United Kingdom T: +44 1527 830 458 E: tony.battye@lakecm.co.uk W: www.lakecm.co.uk Lake employs the finest talented professionals to discover the speciality products and processes that create technical and commercial value for our customers and suppliers. Malvern Cosmeceutics Ltd. Dr Steve Tonge Managing Director Malvern Hills Science Park, Geraldine Road, Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3SZ United Kingdom T: +44 1684 585 356 E: srt@malverncosmeceutics.com W: www.malverncosmeceutics.com MCL has developed a proprietry solubilisation technology, which is the subject of pending patent applications. MCL intends to license this technology to partner companies on the basis of the technical field, medical indication or specific active agents. Furthermore, we can provide expert consultancy and support services to partners wishing to bring products containing our technology to the marketplace.

Nippon Zettoc Co. Ltd Tokihiko Tanaka 3-26 Kudan, Manami 2-Chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo J-102-0074 Japan T: +81 352 756 214 E: tanaka@zettoc.co.jp W: www.zettoc.co.jp

AMO GmbH Dr Thorsten Wahlbrink Otto-Blumenthal-Straße 25, Aachen D-52374 Germany T: +49 241 8867 200 E: wahlbrink@amo.de W: www.amo.de

Nippon Zettco Co. Ltd contract manufacturers cosmetics and healthcare products.

A trading company with an emphasis on creativity and leading-edge technology, Hitachi High-Technologies Co., Ltd. Japan is a member of the Hitachi Group. Hitachi High-Technologies in Europe handles a wide variety of products - from computers and peripherals to scientific instruments and systems, electronic devices, and industrial machinery and materials.

Sensory Design and Technology Ltd Dr Jenny Tillotson Creative Director / Founder Institute of Biotechnology, Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Cambridge, Tennis Court Road, Cambridge CB2 1QT United Kingdom T: +44 1223 334 169 E: jrt48@cam.ac.uk W: www.smartsecondskin.com Our aim is to introduce interactive smell technology to the forefront of sensory fashion design by bridging the world of art and science into a wondrous explosion of the senses.

Design and Modelling Centre for Microfluidics & Microsystems Modelling Dr David Emerson Head of Computational Engineering STFC Daresbury Laboratory, Daresbury, Warrington, Cheshire WA4 4AD United Kingdom T: +44 1925 603 221 E: david.emerson@stfc.co.uk W: www.cse.clrc.ac.uk/ceg/c4m.shtml The Computational Science and Engineering activities within the UK’s Science and Technology Facilities Council provide world-class expertise and support for the UK theoretical and computational science communities, in both academia and industry. Comsol Ltd Mr Keith Howard Managing Director UH Innovation Centre, College Lane, Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL10 9AB United Kingdom T: +44 1707 636 020 E: keith@comsol.com W: www.uk.comsol.com The Comsol Group provides software solutions for physics modelling. Delcam plc Chris Lewis-Jones Product Development Manager Small Heath Business Park, Birmingham, West Midlands B10 0HJ United Kingdom T: +44 121 683 1000 E: clj@delcam.com W: www.delcam.co.uk Delcam is one of the worlds leading suppliers of advanced cadcam solutions for manufacturing industry. Envisiontec UK Jean Inskip Director Spedding Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST4 2ST United Kingdom T: +44 1782 418 040 E: jean@sibco.co.uk W: www.envisiontec.com We develop, produce and sell computer aided modelling devices (CAMOD), including hardware, software, and materials. We offer innovative solutions in solid freeform fabrication for end users.

Electronics and IT 3T Technologies Centreels Dr Stuart Speakman Chief Technology Officer 7 Chapel Drive, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 3LW United Kingdom T: +44 1245 362 253 E: stuart@3ttechnologies.com W: www.3ttechnologies.com 3T Technologies is pioneering transparent microelectronics by developing an innovative transparent thin film transistor technology for the cost effective manufacture of novel next-generation products

Analogue Integration Ltd Mr Keith Juson Managing Director The Old Village Store, Corston, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 0HJ United Kingdom T: +44 1666 823 290 E: keith@analog.co.uk W: www.analog.co.uk Analogue Integration is a small independent design house providing full custom ASIC design and supply to both end product developers and the semiconductor industry. Ansys UK Ms Helen Rushby Marketing executive Sheffield Business Park, 6 Europa view, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S9 1XH United Kingdom T: +44 114 281 8888 E: helen.rushby@ansys.com W: www.ansys.com We are committed to providing you with the software and services to help you obtain significant advantages from simulation technology in your product development process. Applied Microengineering Ltd (AML) Mr Rob Santilli Director Unit 8, Library Avenue, Harwell Campus, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 0SG United Kingdom T: +44 1235 833 934 E: rob@aml.co.uk W: www.aml.co.uk We manufacture unique in-situ aligned wafer bonding machines and provides services based around wafer bonding. APS-European Centre fir Mechatronics Professor Paul Drews R & D Director Reutershagweg. 4, Aachen D-52074 Germany T: +49 241 8864 122 E: drews@aps-mechatronik.de W: www.aps-mechatronik.de APS is focussing on research and development of new technologies, processes and systems for manufacturing and production automation, and related areas. Arts & Science Mr David Topham Principal Partner Dairy Studio, Kilmany, Cupar, Fife KY15 4PT United Kingdom T: +44 1382 330 585 E: dt@artscienceuk.com W: www.artscienceuk.com Arts R Science was founded in 1994 to provide independent support for businesses institutions and university research groups in the electronics and microelectronics. Atotech UK Ltd Mr Paul Wynn Vice President Public Relations William Street, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 0BE United Kingdom T: +44 121 606 7777 E: paul.wynn@atotech.com W: www.atotech.com Atotech is one of the world’s leading suppliers of integrated production systems, chemistry, equipment, know-how and service for decorative and functional electroplating, semiconductor and printed circuit board manufacturing.

Sponsored by... Cambridge Consultants Ltd. Dr Richard Day Senior Consultant Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0DW United Kingdom T: +44 1223 420 024 E: richard.day@cambridgeconsultants.com W: www.cambridgeconsultants.com We develop breakthrough products, create and licence intellectual property and provide business consulting in technology critical issues for clients world-wide. Cambridge Display Technology Ltd Clare Foden Greenwich House, Madingley Rise, Madingley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 0TX United Kingdom T: +44 1223 702 484 E: cfoden@cdtltd.co.uk W: www.cdtltd.co.uk Cambridge Display Technology (CDT) is a leading developer of technologies based on polymer light emitting diodes (P-OLEDs). Cambridge Resolution Ltd Mr Christopher Lamaison Director 17 Sherlock Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 0HR United Kingdom T: +44 1223 522 035 E: cal@camres.co.uk W: www.camres.co.uk Set up in Cambridge UK in 1998, Cambridge Resolution is a team of specialists with extensive experience in technologies including MEMS (micro electro mechanical systems), software & IT, medical devices, instrumentation and bioscience. Centre Suisse d’Electronique et de Microtechnique (CSEM) SA Alain Codourey Rue Jaquet-Droz 1, Neuchâtel CH-2002 Switzerland T: +41 32 720 5111 E: alain.codourey@csem.ch W: www.csem.ch Innovation centres worldwide, providing novel applications and solutions to our customers by developing and applying our technology platforms in micro-, nano- and information technologies, thus adding value to the results of research. Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. Akihiko Shibata Berliner Allee 26, Dusseldorf D-40212 Germany T: +49 211 8620 180 E: shibata-a@mail.dnp.co.jp W: www.dnp.co.jp High precision process technology for displays and semiconductors. Danish Agency for Science, Technology and Innovation Karin Norris Bredgade 40, Copenhagen DK-1260 Denmark T: +45 33 955 277 E: nor@fi.dk W: www.enifi.dk ICT integration between research and industry. E Wave Corporation Nigel Standen General Manager 159 Bittacy Hill, London NW7 1RT United Kingdom T: +44 20 8346 5219 E: nigel.standen@ewave-corp.com W: www.ewave-corp.com Service E Wave undertakes custom design, production and sorting of LEDs. We can provide unique LED wavelengths and very tight tolerances on wavelength, intensity and forward voltage. E2V Technologies plc Carlos Huggins 106 Waterhouse Lane, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 2QU United Kingdom T: +44 1245 493 493 E: carlos.huggins@e2v.com W: www.e2v.com e2v’s objective is to be a global leader in the design and supply of specialised components and sub-systems that enable the world’s leading systems companies to deliver innovative solutions for medical and science, aerospace and defence, and commercial and industrial markets.

Electronics KTN Ashley Evans Chief Executive 10-12 Russell Square, London WC1B 5EE United Kingdom T: +44 20 8144 7857 E: ashley.evans@electronics-ktn.com W: www.electronics-ktn.com Our goal is to support the electronic design community across the UK driving innovation to maintain our excellence for innovation electronic design. ESL Europe Mr John Whitmarsh Technical Service Manager 8 Commercial Road, Reading, Berkshire RG2 0QZ United Kingdom T: +44 118 918 2432 E: jwhitmarsh@esleurope.co.uk W: www.electroscience.com ESL Electronics and ESL Europe manufacture screen-printable pastes such as thick-film paste conductors. Euris UK Ltd Colin Spence Unit 1&2, McCauley Business Park, Campsie, Londonderry, County Londonderry BT472RY United Kingdom T: +44 28 7181 3950 E: spence@euris-semiconductor.com W: www.euris-semiconductor.com Euris is a European equipment and materials distribution company. European Technology for Business Ltd Mr Denis Hodgins Director Codicote Innovation Centre, St. Albans Road, Codicote, Hertfordshire SG4 8WH United Kingdom T: +44 1438 822 822 E: denis.hodgins@etb.co.uk W: www.etb.co.uk ETB is a specialist company designing and marketing unique microsystems-based products, founded in 1997 as a design consultancy by Diana Hodgins MBE PhD. Eurotherm Ltd Mr Rob Rennie Managing Director Faraday Close, Worthing, West Sussex BN13 3PL United Kingdom T: +44 1903 268 500 E: rob.rennie@eurotherm.com W: www.eurotherm.com Eurotherm is a leading global supplier of control, measurement and data recording solutions and services to industrial and process customers. Forschungszentrum Julich GmbH Dr Felix Wolf Wilhelm-Johnen-Straße, Jülich D-52428 Germany T: +49 246 1610 E: f.wolf@fz-juelich.de W: www.fz-juelich.de Forschungszentrum Jülich pursues cuttingedge interdisciplinary research on solving the grand challenges facing society in the fields of health, energy and the environment, and also information technologies. Fraunhofer - Institut für Integrierte Systeme und Bauelementetechnologie (IISB) Lothar Pfitzner Schottkystraße 10, Erlangen D-91058 Germany T: +49 913 17610 E: lothar.pfitzner@iisb.fhg.de W: www.iisb.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Systems and Device Technology (IISB) in Erlangen. Fraunhofer - Institut für Siliziumtechnologie (ISIT) Jorg Eichholz Albert Einstein Street 7, Itzehoe Germany T: +49 364 180 70 E: joerg.eichholz@isit.fraunhofer.de W: www.isit.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology ISIT in Itzehoe.

Fujitsu Laboratories Europe Dr Ross Nobes Director Hayes Park Central, Hayes End Road, Hayes, Middlesex UB4 8FE United Kingdom T: +44 20 8606 4417 E: ross.nobes@uk.fujitsu.com W: www.fujitsu.com Fujitsu is a leading provider of IT-based business solutions for the global marketplace. GE Global Research Markus Hallermann Freisinger Landstrasse 50, Garching bei München D-85748 Germany T: +49 895 528 3000 E: gegreuro@research.ge.com W: www.ge.com/research GE Global Research is one of the world’s most diversified industrial research labs, providing innovative technology for all of GE’s businesses. George Green Institute for Electromagnetic Research John Paul School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG7 2RD United Kingdom T: +44 115 846 8296 E: John.Paul@nottingham.ac.uk W: www.nottingham.ac.uk/ggiemr The Institute was established in 2003 and follows a strong tradition in electromagnetics related work going back for more than twenty years. It incorporates the Bookham Center of Excellence for Optoelectronic Simulation. IBMM Prof Martin Taylor Project Manager School of Electronic Engineering, Bangor University, Dean Street, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 1UT United Kingdom T: +44 1248 382 010 E: martin@informatics.bangor.ac.uk W: www.ibmm-microtech.co.uk The Institute for Bioelectronic and Molecular Microsystems (IBMM) is based in the School of Electronic engineering and Bangor University. IDTechEx Dr Peter Harrop Chairman Downing Park, Station Road, Swaffham Bulbeck, Cambridgeshire CB5 0NB United Kingdom T: +44 1256 862 163 E: p.harrop@idtechex.com W: www.idtechex.com Global Analysis, Strategic advice and market intelligence, covering printed electronics, rfid and allied technologies including photovoltaics and energy harvesting. Ilika Technologies Ltd Dr Maura Jolliffe Business Development Director Kenneth Dibben House, University of Southampton, Chilworth, Southampton, Hampshire SO16 7NS United Kingdom T: +44 23 8011 1400 E: maura.jolliffe@ilika.com W: www.ilika.com Ilika specialises in the development and application of high throughput, combinatorial R&D techniques for the discovery of new materials. INEX Mr George King Business Development Manager Herschel Annex Building, University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 7RU United Kingdom T: +44 191 222 3500 E: g.r.king@ncl.ac.uk W: www.inex.org.uk INEX is a leading contract development, manufacturing and commercialisation centre for specialist electronic devices, microsystems and nanotechnology. Institute for Integrated Micro and Nano Systems Anthony Walton Scottish Microelectronics Centre, Kings Buildings, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH9 3JF United Kingdom T: +44 1316 505 620 E: Anthony.Walton@ee.ed.ac.uk W: www.see.ed.ac.uk/IMNS The Institute for Intergrated Micro and Nano Systems brings together researchers from intergrated circuit design, system-on-chip design, micro-electro mechanical systems (MEMS), micro-machining and neural computation.

Institute for System Level Integration (iSLI) Dr Mark Begbie Technology Director The Alba Centre, Alba Campus, Livingston, West Lothian EH54 7EG United Kingdom T: +44 1506 469 300 E: mems@sli-institute.ac.uk W: www.sli-institute.ac.uk Isli sits at the critical interface between the academic and commercial engineering worlds. Intel Jenny Paterson IR1, 2, 4, 5, 6, Collinstown Industrial Estate, Leixlip, Kildare Ireland T: +353 1606 4872 E: jenny.ir.patterson@intel.com W: www.intel.com Intel, the world leader in silicon innovation, develops processor technologies and supports global initiatives. IZM Dr Martin Richter Hansastr. 27 d, Munich D-80686 Germany T: +49 895 475 9455 E: martin.richter@izm-m.fraunhofer.de W: www.izm.fraunhofer.de Our main objective is to support firms in the broad application of microelectronics and, microsystem technologies. JD Photo-Tools Mr John Dingley Advisor Meridian Centre, King St, Oldham, Lancashire OL8 1EZ United Kingdom T: +44 161 627 2949 E: john.dingley@jdphoto.co.uk W: www.jdphoto.co.uk Photo Data, incorporating JD Photo-Tools, are service providers to the PCB, Electronic, BioMED, MEMS, Chemical ,Milling and Graphics In Industries. Karlsruhe Institute of Technology Dr Horst Haffner Hermann-von-Helmholtz-Platz 1, Eggenstein - Leopoldshafen D-76344 Germany T: +49 724 782 5733 E: horst.haffner@iai.fzk.de W: www.fzk.de The research and development programs of the Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe are of public interest and serve peaceful purposes exclusively. KBIC Ltd Mr Rob Turner Director 7 Pixholme Grove, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1PJ United Kingdom T: +44 1306 885 530 E: rturner@kbic.co.uk W: www.kbic.co.uk KBIC is a consultancy company providing neutral advice on the best means to develop and manufacture MST/MEMS products for your application. Keithley Instruments Ltd Mr Steve Ponton Business Development & key Account Manager 2 Commerce Park, Brunel Road, Theale, Reading, Berkshire RG7 4AB United Kingdom T: +44 1189 297 500 E: sponton@keithley.co.uk W: www.keithley.com Keithley instruments Inc deisgns, develops, manufactures and markets complex electronic instruments and systems geared to the specialised needs of electronic manufacturers. Kelvin Nanotechnology Ltd Dr Brendan Casey Business Manager Rankine Building, Oakfield Ave, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G12 8LT United Kingdom T: +44 141 330 8512 E: brendan@kelvinnanotechnology.com W: www.kelvinnanotechnology.com We provide nanofabrication solutions to industry and academia delivered through the state of the art resources, we specialise in high resolution, large area, multilevel electron beam lithography for applications.

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Loadpoint Bearings ltd Mr David Gilham Director - Product Design and Technical Sales 67 Haviland Road, Ferndown Industrial Estate, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 7PY United Kingdom T: +44 1202 894 447 E: all@loadpoint-bearings.co.uk W: www.loadpoint.co.uk

NanoBeam Limited Mr Dick Morgan Business Manager Unit 4, College Business Park, Coldhams Lane, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 3HD United Kingdom T: +44 1223 243 925 E: dick@nanobeam.co.uk W: www.nanobeam.co.uk

Loadpoint develop, manufacture and supply high precision dicing machines and machining systems for semiconductors, electronics, ferroelectrics, opto-electronics and related industries.

NanoBeam has developed breakthrough technology to produce high performance and cost effective electron beam lithography tools. Our innovative designs significantly reduce product and therefore the ownership cost without compromising on accuracy or automation.

M + W Zander Facility Engineering GmbH Andreas Neuber Lotterbergstrasse 30, Stuttgart D-70499 Germany T: +49 711 88 040 E: andreas.neuber@mw-zander.com W: www.mwzgroup.com M+W Group is a recognized global project partner for technology-based clients in the segments electronics, photovoltaics, life sciences, chemicals, science and research, energy, automotive, IT and telecoms, aerospace and defence. M + W Zander Facility Engineering UK Ltd Mr Roy Andrade Business Development Director Methuen South, Bath Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN14 0GT United Kingdom T: +44 1249 455 150 E: roy.andrade@mwgroup.net W: www.mwgroup.net MW Groups development philosophy is to add value to existing properties through development and management solutions, to pursue niche development opportunities, and to capatalize on unique investment opportunies. metaFAB David Barrow Xtreme Laser Facility, School of Engineering, Cardiff University, 1-5 The Parade, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF24 3AA United Kingdom T: +44 7889 759 993 E: barrow@metafab.net W: www.metafab.net The TSB metaFAB Nanocentre is one-stopshop, providing innovative engineering solutions, for lab-on-a-chip, microfluidic products, towards (bio)chemical and life science industrial applications. Microsharp Corporation Limited Dr Nicholas Walker CEO 52 Shrivenham Hundred Business Park, Watchfield, Wiltshire SN6 8TY United Kingdom T: +44 1793 782 878 E: n.walker@microsharp.co.uk W: www.microsharp.co.uk We develop and manufacture structured optical films that perform a number of functions including colimation, focusing, diffusion, redirection and brightness enhancement. MicroStencil Limited Robert Kay Chief Technical Officer Earl Mountbatten Building, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH14 4AS United Kingdom T: +65 641 958 52 E: r.w.kay@microstencil.com W: www.microstencil.com Micro Stencil is a technology based manufacturing company focused on the production of precision electroformed components. Moortec Limited Mr Stephen Crosher Managing Director Tamerton Road, Roborough, Plymouth, Devon PL6 7BQ United Kingdom T: +44 1752 693 804 E: stephen.crosher@moortec.com W: www.moortec.com We pride ourselves on our flexibility, and will design analog blocks or a complete chip along with IC supporting test/loads boards, evaluation kits and reference designs - to smooth your path to market.

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NanoInk Tom Warwick 8025 Lamon Avenue, Skokie, Illinois 60077 United States of America T: +44 1223 894 173 E: twarwick@nanoink.net W: www.nanoink.net NanoInk Inc. is an emerging growth technology company specializing in nanometer-scale manufacturing and applications development for the life science and semiconductor industries. Nanotech Semiconductor Ltd Guy Robertson Sales & Marketing 2 West Point Court, Great Park Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, Avon BS32 4PY United Kingdom T: +44 1454 462 200 E: guy.robertson@nanosemi.co.uk W: www.nanosemi.co.uk Founded & led by industry veterans, Nanotech Semiconductor is a fabless chip company, designing and supplying Driver and Receiver ICs for the fiber-optics communications industry. National Microelectronics Institute Mr Derek Boyd Chief Executive Suite 47, Geddes House, Kirkton North, Livingston, West Lothian EH54 6GU United Kingdom T: +44 1506 401 210 E: derek.boyd@nmi.org.uk W: www.nmi.org.uk NMI is the premier trade association for the Micro and Nano electronics industry in the UK and Ireland. Our charter is to help build and support a strong semiconductor community and act as the catalyst and facilitator for sector development. NEL Tony Morris MD 75 Burton Road, Carlton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG4 3FP United Kingdom T: +44 115 961 7393 E: tony@nel-uk.co.uk W: www.nel-uk.co.uk NEL is a major British manufacturer of wound components, especially transformers. Over the last thirty-plus years, NEL has built a reputation for great quality and reliability, covering the range from bespoke, small volume, specialist components through to high volume automatically manufactured items. Nokia Millo Uusitalo P.O. Box 407, FI 00045 Nokia Group, Itamerenkatu 11-13, Helsinki FIN-00180 Finland T: +358 7180 36616 E: mikko.a.uusitalo@nokia.com W: www.nokia.co.uk Nokia is a world leader in mobile phone technology and production. Nokia Research Centre Chris Bower Broers Building, East Forum, J J Thomson Avenue, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 0FF United Kingdom T: +44 1223 719 800 E: chris.bower@nokia.com W: http://research.nokia.com We are tasked with exploring new frontiers for mobility, solving scientific challenges to transform the converging internet and communications industries.

Optocap Ltd Stephen Duffy Director of Sales and Marketing 5 Bain Square, Kirkton Campus, Livingston, West Lothian EH54 7DQ United Kingdom T: +44 1506 403 550 E: stephen.duffy@optocap.com W: www.optocap.com Optocap Ltd is a design engineering and manufacturing service provider for packaging and assembly in the microelectronics and optoelectronics Industry. Organic Semiconductor Centre Prof Ifor Samuel Professor University of St Andrews, North Haugh, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9SS United Kingdom T: +44 1334 463 036 E: osc@st-andrews.ac.uk W: www.st-andrews.ac.uk/~osc The OSC brings together physicists and chemists at the University of St Andrews to undertake collaborative research on remarkable plastic-like materials that can conduct electricity and emit light. PandA Europe Mr Andy Longford Consultant Oakbury House, Mill Lane, Lambourn, Hungerford, Berkshire RG17 8YP United Kingdom T: +44 1488 73 512 E: andy@pandaeurope.com W: www.pandaeurope.com PandA Europe is a leading technical and marketing consulting specialising in packaging and assembly for solutions in advanced technology electronic interconnect products and services. Para Tech Coating UK Limited Russell Thomas Managing Director Unit 318, K2 House, Heathfield Way, Northampton, Northamptonshire NN5 7QP United Kingdom T: +44 1604 757 756 E: russell.thomas@paratechcoating.co.uk W: www.paratechcoating.co.uk Parylene (sometimes known as paralene) is considered by many to be the ultimate conformal coating for the protection of circuit boards, components and surfaces. PETeC Dr Tom Taylor Director Netpark, Thomas Wright Way, Sedgefield, County Durham TS21 3FG United Kingdom T: +44 1740 625 700 E: tom.taylor@uk-cpi.com W: www.uk-cpi.com/3_pages/focus/petec A design, development and prototyping facility for plastic electronics. Phasix FA Ltd Mr Bob Potter Tamerton Road, Roborough, Plymouth, Devon PL6 7BQ United Kingdom T: +44 1752 693 714 E: bob.potter@phasix.co.uk W: www.phasix.co.uk Supply failure analysis service to the semiconductor industry and related industry. Plasmon Data Systems Ltd. Mr Neil Davies Process Development Manager Whiting Way, Melbourn, Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 6EN United Kingdom T: +44 1763 261 466 E: ndavies@plasmon.co.uk W: www.plasmon.co.uk The PDO team has many years of experience in Magneto Optical and related technologies. Plastic Logic Limited Steve Farmer 296 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0WD United Kingdom T: +44 1223 706 000 E: info@plasticlogic.com W: www.plasticlogic.com Plastic Logic’s Mission is to lead a revolution in the way people acquire, organize and consume information. We are using our proprietary technology leadership in plastic electronics to create a range of products enabling immediate information access, organization and consumption.

Printed Electronics Limited Dr Steve Jones Founder St John’s Innovation Centre, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0WS United Kingdom T: +44 1223 421 285 E: steve.jones@printedelectronics.co.uk W: www.printedelectronics.co.uk Printed Electronics Limited (PEL) is a company developing processes and systems for the commercial fabrication of electronic circuits and devices using inklet mehtods. Qudos Technology Ltd Arun Magon Technical Director Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Chilton, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 0QX United Kingdom T: +44 1235 445 468 E: qudos@rl.ac.uk W: www.qudostechnology.co.uk Qudos is a leading research and development company for micro & nano-scale technologies. Renishaw plc New Mills, Wotton Under Edge, Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL12 8JR United Kingdom T: +44 1453 524 524 E: uk@renishaw.com W: www.renishaw.com In metrology, motion control, machine calibration, dental CAD/CAM and spectroscopy, Renishaw innovations enhance precision, efficiency and quality. Samsung Electronics Research Institute Dorothy Ward Assistant to Director The Communication Centre, South Street, Staines, Middlesex TW18 4QE United Kingdom T: +44 1784 428 600 ext 672 E: dorothy.ward@samsung.com W: www.samsung.com Making a better world through diverse businesses that today span advanced technology, semiconductors, skyscrapers and plant construction, petrochemicals, fashion, medicine, finance, hotels and more. Samsung Electronics Research Institute In-Seok Yeo Samsung House, 1000 Hillswood Drive, Chertsey, Surrey KT16 0PS United Kingdom T: +44 1932 455 000 E: is.yeo@samsung.com W: www.samsung.com Leads the global market in high-tech electronics manufacturing and digital media. Saul Research Prof Peter Saul Principal 51 Windsor Close, Towcester, Northamptonshire NN12 6JB United Kingdom T: +44 1327 353 720 E: peter@saulresearch.co.uk W: www.saulresearch.co.uk Saul Research is a family-run design partnership. It was started in 1996 by Dr. Peter Saul, who has over 35 years experience in the silicon IC design field. A full IC design, layout, processing (via foundry) and evaluation capability is offered, with a record of successful innovation. Scottish Microelectronics Centre (SMC) Ms Valerie McDermott Business Manger The King’s Buildings, West Mains Road, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH9 3JF United Kingdom T: +44 1316 507 474 E: valerie.mcdermott@ed.ac.uk W: www.scotmicrocentre.co.uk SMC is a world class Centre for Incubation, Research & Development in the semiconductor sector. Seagate Dr Marcus Mooney 1 Disc Drive, Springtown Industrial Estate, Limavady, County Londonderry BT48 0BF United Kingdom T: +44 28 7127 4000 E: Marcus.B.Mooney@seagate.com W: www.seagate.com Seagate is the leading manufacturer of hard drives and storage solutions.

Sponsored by... Seagate Technology (Ireland) Robert Hardeman Senior Director 1 Disc Drive, Springtown Industrial Estate, Londonderry, County Londonderry BT48 0BF United Kingdom T: +44 28 7127 4200 E: robert.hardeman@seagate.com W: www.seagate.com

Silicon Devices (UK) Limited Simon Harpham Chief Technical Officer Edwards House, 42-46 Bond Street, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 5QA United Kingdom T: +44 20 8133 5250 E: SimonH@SiliconDevices.com W: www.silicondevices.com

Seagate is the leading manufacturer of hard drives and storage solutions.

Silicon Devices is a UK based, fabless design house and silicon chip provider.

Semefab (Scotland) Ltd Mr Ian Mcnaught Sales Engineer Newark Road South, Glenrothes, Fife KY7 4NS United Kingdom T: +44 1592 630 630 E: ian.mcnaught@semefab.co.uk W: www.semefab.co.uk

Sony Corporation Gerda Fuhrmann Strasse 61, Stuttgart D-70327 Germany T: +49 711 585 8732 E: fuhrmann@sony.de W: www.stuttgart.sony.de

Semefab manufactures microelectronics in its wafer fabrication operation in Scotland supplying wafers, die and packaged devices to the market. Semelab Plc Mr Ashley Stevenson Opto Engineer Opto Division, Coventry Road, Lutterworth, Leicestershire LE17 4JB United Kingdom T: +44 1455 552 505 E: astevenson@semelab.co.uk W: www.semelab.co.uk Semelab supplies hi-rel discrete semiconductors to manufacturers of space, military and industrial equipment worldwide. SEMEMEMS Ian McNaught MEMS Business Manager Newark Road South, Eastfiled Ind Estate, Glenrothes, Fife KY7 4NS United Kingdom T: +44 1592 630 265 E: ian.mcnaught@semefab.co.uk W: www.semefab.co.uk Semefab manufactures microelectronics in its water fabrication operation in Scotland supplying wafers, die and packaged devices to the market. Sensient Imaging Technologies Regina Lischewski CehmiePark, Bitterfeld Wolfen Area A, Sensientstrasse 3, Wolfen D-06766 Germany T: +49 349 463 6901 E: Regina.Lischewski@eu.sensient-tech.com W: www.sensient-electronicchemicals.com

Sony manufactures audio, video, communications, and information technology products for the global consumer and professional markets. SSTRIC Ltd Mr Iain Hyslop CEO The Scottish Microelectronics Centre, The King’s Buildings, West Mains Road, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH9 3JF United Kingdom T: +44 1316 507 474 E: Iain.hyslop@ee.ed.ac.uk W: www.scotmicrocentre.co.uk SMC is a world class centre for incubation, research & development in semiconductor sector. Sundance Multiprocessor Technology Ltd. Flemming Christensen Managing Director Chiltern House, Waterside, Chesham, Buckinghamshire HP5 1PS United Kingdom T: +44 1494 793 298 E: Flemming.C@Sundance.com W: www.sundance.com Sundance leads the world in the design and manufacture of mixed COTS digital signal processing and FPGA architectures Surface Technology Systems plc Dr Carolyn Short Marketing Communications Engineer Imperial Park, Newport, Gwent NP10 8UJ United Kingdom T: +44 1633 652 400 E: carolyn.short@stsystems.co.uk W: www.stsystems.com

Our products include more than 100 different chemicals for OLED. We also make dyes, pigments and charge transport materials for xerography.

STS designs and manufactures a range of higly specialized equipment incorporating innovative etch and deposition technologies used in the production of semiconductors and semiconductor related devices

Sharp Laboratories of Europe Ltd. Dr Jon Heffernan Director Edmund Halley Road, Oxford Science Park, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX4 4GB United Kingdom T: +44 1865 747 711 E: john.hefferman@sharp.co.uk W: www.sle.sharp.co.uk

Tecray Dr Philip Rayner Principal 3 School Lane, Kings Ripton, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 2NL United Kingdom T: +44 1487 773 380 E: p.rayner@tecray.co.uk W: www.tecray.co.uk

Sharp Laboratories of Europe carries out research and development in consumer elctronics for Sharp Corporation.

Tecray are independent consultants located near cambridge, UK and provides consulting and contract working technology and product development.

Siemens AG Jens Jensen Wittelsbacherplatz 2, München, Berlin D-80333 Germany T: +49 896 3600 E: Jens.Jensen@siemens.com W: www.siemens.com Siemens AG is a global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering, operating in the industry, energy and healthcare sectors. Siemens plc Mr Roger Halliwell Market Development Manager - Life Sciences Sir William Siemens House, Princess Road, Manchester, Lancashire M20 2UR United Kingdom T: +44 161 446 6400 E: roger.halliwell@siemens.com W: www.siemens.com Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering, opertaing in the industry, energy and healthcare sectors.

Thermal Test Solutions John Bailey Director Kingswick House, Kingswick Drive, Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7BH United Kingdom T: +44 70 0083 6785 E: jb_tempuk@compuserve.com W: www.thermaltest.co.uk Bringing precise temperature, failure analysis and handling to your device and model testing. VQ Communications Mike Horsley Chief Technology Officer Unit 2, Cornbrash Park, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN14 6RA United Kingdom T: +44 845 270 2345 E: mhorsley@vqlive.com W: www.vqlive.com VQ Conference manager provides a intergrated set of conferencing applications including VG conferencing portal desktop client user and system management and VG platform for conferencing applications.

Welwyn Components Adrian Skipper Welwyn Electronics Park, Bedlington, Northumberland NE22 7AA United Kingdom T: +44 1670 536 710 E: a.skipper@welwyn-tt.com W: www.welwyn-tt.com World leader in the design and manufacture of resistors and microelectronics. Xaar plc Mr Mark Alexander Director of Marketing Cambridge Science Park, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0XR United Kingdom T: +44 1223 437 222 E: malexander@xaar.co.uk W: www.xaar.co.uk Xaar, established in 1990, is the worldleading independent supplier of industrial inkjet printheads. York EMC Services Ltd Chris Marshman Managing Director The University of York, Heslington, York, North Yorkshire YO10 5DD United Kingdom T: +44 1904 434 440 E: chris.marshman@yorkemc.co.uk W: www.yorkemc.co.uk

CMr. Fuel Cell (UK) Ltd Mrs Jill Shaw Chief Operationss Officer Harston Mill, Harston, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB22 7GG United Kingdom T: +44 1223 875 295 E: jill.shaw@cmrfuelcells.com W: www.cmrfuelcells.com Fuel Cells plc - is a high growth developer of fuel cells ‘stacks for portable & small stationary power generation applications. Dyesol Group of Companies Damion Milliken 3 Dominion Place, PO Box 6212, Queanbeyan, New South Wales AUS-2620 Australia T: +61 262 991 592 W: www.dyesol.com Dyesol is the leading supplier of 3rd generation solar technology. Dyesol Ltd Dr Andrew King CEO OpTic Technium, Ffordd William Morgan, St Asaph Business Park, St Asaph, Clwyd LL17 0JD United Kingdom T: +44 1745 535 175 E: aking@dyesol.com W: www.dyesol.com

The ability of an equipment or system to function satisfactorily in its electromagnetic environment without introducing intolerable electromagnetic disturbances to anything in that environment.

Dyesol offers a holistic DSC solution comprising a wide range of products and services including materials, consulting, research & development, contracting, licensing, training, laboratory facilities, prototyping and pilot equipment, and turnkey manufacturing facilities.

Zarlink Semiconductor Ltd Mr Martin McHugh Business and Product Development Manager Phase 2, Castlegate Business Park, Portskewett, Caldicot, Monmouthshire NP26 5YW United Kingdom T: +44 1291 435 300 E: martin.mchugh@zarlink.com W: www.zarlink.com

ECN Paul Sommeling P.O. Box 1, Petten, Heiloo NL-1755 ZG Netherlands T: +31 22 456 4949 E: sommeling@ecn.nl W: www.ecn.nl

Zarlink Semiconductor delivers worldleading, mixed-signal chip technology, for a broad range of cummunications, medical and optical applications.

Energy AFC Energy plc Hugh Sutherland Fuel Cell Scientist Unit 71.4 Dunsfold Park, Stovolds Hill, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8TB United Kingdom T: +44 1483 276 726 E: hsutherland@afcenergy.com W: www.afcenergy.com AFC Energy plc is an innovative producer of new generation fuel cells systems. Borregaard Industries Limited Michael Hanson Borregaard, P.O. Box 162, Sarpsborg N-1701 Norway T: +47 414 38 296 E: michael.hanson@borregaard.com W: www.borregaard.com Borregaard is the world’s leading supplier of woodbased chemicals, and holds also strong positions within Ingredients, Fine Chemicals and Energy. BP Chemicals Dr Nick Hazel Refining & Marketing Saltend, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire HU12 8DS United Kingdom T: +44 1482 892 944 E: hazelnj@bp.com W: www.bp.com BP is one of the world’s largest energy companies, providing its customers with fuel for transportation, energy for heat and light, retail services and petrochemicals products for everyday items. British Nuclear Fuels Plc Scott Owens Research Technologist Risley, Warrington, Cheshire WA3 6AS United Kingdom T: +44 1925 832 178 E: slo1@bnfl.co.uk W: www.bnfl.com British Nuclear Fuels Limited (BNFL) is a private company owned by the UK Government through the Department for Business Innovation and Skills.

ECN develops high-quality knowledge and technology for the transition to sustainable energy management. Efficiency Technologies Simon Goldsmith Director Blackhill Drive, Wolverton Mill East, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK12 5TS United Kingdom T: +44 845 299 7898 E: sgoldsmith@efficiencytechnologies.co.uk W: www.efficiencytechnologies.co.uk Our mission statement is to bring research and early-stage technology to market or application where it can be used to save energy, improve operational efficiency in industrial processes, provide environmental benefits through alternative energy or cleanup technology, aid in the provision of healthcare services, or simply where it is genuinely innovative. Energenics Stuart Anderson 89B Science Park Drive, #03-06 The Rutherford, Singapore Science Park 1, Singapore SGP-118261 Singapore T: +65 634 196 50 E: stuart.anderson@energenics.org W: www.energenics.org Energenics is a premier supplier of alternative energy solutions and technologies. ENI Donattella Berti EniTecnologie, via F. Maritano 26, S. Donato, Milanese, Milan I-20097 Italy T: +39 02 520 36113 E: dodonatella.berti@eni.it. W: www.eni.it Eni is an integrated energy company, committed to developing its activities in research, production, transport, transformation and marketing of oil and natural gas Exitech Ltd Tim Willford OC Oerlikon Management AG, Churerstrasse 120, Pfäffikon CH-808 Switzerland T: +41 58 360 9602 E: burkhard.boendel@oerlikon.com W: www.exitech.co.uk Oerlikon is a globally leading company in the field of solar, thin film, vacuum propulsion, textile and precision technology.

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Fuel Cells Group Dr Bruno Pollet Head of Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFC) School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Road, Birmingham, West Midlands B15 2TT United Kingdom T: +44 7814 952 112 E: b.g.pollet@bham.ac.uk W: www.fuelcells.bham.ac.uk The Birmingham Fuel Cells Group (FCG) is part of the School of Chemical Engineering within the College of Engineering & Physical Sciences at The University of Birmingham. G24 Innovations Limited Roy Bedlow Chief Marketing Officer Wentloog Industrial Estate, Wentloog, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF3 2ER United Kingdom T: +44 29 2077 9683 E: roy.bedlow@g24i.com W: www.g24i.co.uk Personalizing Energy for the global community. Konarka Technologies Christoph Brabec ETZ Nurnberg, Landgrabenstr 94, Nurnberg D-90443 Germany T: +49 911 217 800 E: cbrabec@konarka.com W: www.konarka.com Konarka Technologies aims to expand the use of solar technology to a world of new applications. Marine Current Turbines Ltd Peter Fraenkel Technical Director The Court, The Green, Stoke Clifford, Bristol, Avon BS34 8PD United Kingdom T: +44 117 979 1888 E: peter.fraenkel@marineturbines.com W: www.marineturbines.com Marine Current Turbines Ltd is the world leader in the development of new technology for exploiting tidal currents for large-scale power generation. NET Nowak Energy & Technology Ltd Stephan Nowak Waldweg 8, St Ursen CH- 1717 Switzerland T: +41 26 494 0030 E: stefan.nowak@netenergy.ch W: www.netenergy.ch NET Nowak Energy & Technology Ltd. mission is to provide comprehensive services in the renewable energy sector. Oakdene Hollins Ben Walsh Technical Consultant Pembroke Court, 22-28 Cambridge Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP20 1RS United Kingdom T: +44 1296 423 915 E: ben.walsh@oakdenehollins.co.uk W: www.oakdenehollins.co.uk We work for public sector organisations including Central Government Departments, Regional Development Agencies and the Devolved Administrations delivering sustainable, low-carbon intensive products and processes.

Shell UK Oil Products Mrs Victoria Crossthwaite Global Solutions Analyst Rowlandsway House, Rowlandsway, Wythenshawe, Manchester, Lancashire M22 5SB United Kingdom T: +44 1772 746 994 E: Vicky.Crossthwaite@shell.com W: www.shell.com Our aim is to meet the energy needs of society, in ways that are economically, socially and environmentally viable, now and in the future. Solon AG Sebastian Pingel Berlin D-12489 Germany T: +49 308 187 9100 W: www.solon.com SOLON is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of solar modules and solar systems technology. Stratox Limited Mr James Stenhouse Managing Director The Office, Mickley, Burley Road, Langham, Rutland LE15 7JB United Kingdom T: +44 1572 720 520 E: sales@stratox.com W: www.stratox.com We manufacture Cascade Universal refrigerants which are a drop in upgrade to bring your polycold PFC 00 or 01 series system to full F Gas compliance without system or oil change. Surrey Technology Centre - Hydrogen solar Dr Brian Holcroft CEO 40 Occam Road, Surrey Research Park, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7YG United Kingdom T: +44 1483 449 530 E: info@hydrogensolar.com W: www.hydrogensolar.com Technologies for Generating Renewable, Carbon-Free Hydrogen Twentyninety Limited Mr Richard Pitkin Managing Director PO Box 585, Farnham, Farham, Surrey GU9 1FF United Kingdom T: +44 1252 794 775 E: richard.pitkin@twentyninety.com W: www.twentyninety.com TwentyNinety develops enabling technology for the renewable energy generation industry. Vendum Batteries Inc. Fraser Cottingham CEO Accounting Work Suite, 400 Thames Valley Park Drive, Reading RG6 1PT United Kingdom T: +44 1189 619 959 E: f.cottington@vendumbatteries.com W: www.vendumbatteries.com

Polysolar Ltd Mr Hamish Watson CEO Beech House, Melbourn Science Park, Melbourn, Cambridgeshire SG8 6HB United Kingdom T: +44 1763 226 560 E: hamish.watson@polysolar.co.uk W: www.polysolar.co.uk

Vendum Batteries Inc. specializes in Intellectual Property using Carbon Nanotubes, wires and fibers for the clean energy storage, electro active and conductive, composite materials markets

We are developing new solar cell architectures with industrial partners and academic collaborations.

AEA Technology Environment Dr Clare Collier Project Director B551, Harwell, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 0QJ United Kingdom T: +44 870 190 6548 E: clare.collier@aeat.co.uk W: www.aeat.com

Q-Cells AG Christian Breyer Guardianstrasse 16, Bitterfeld-Wolfen D-06766 Germany T: +49 349 466 990 E: c.breyer@uni-kassel.de W: www.qcells.de Since Q-Cells SE was established in 1999, within a few short years it has grown into one of the largest solar cell manufacturers in the world. Schneider Electric Armando Colombo Steinheimer Str. 117, Seligenstadt D-63500 Germany T: +49 618 281 2269 E: armando.colombo@modicon.com W: www.schneider-electric.de From 1836 to today, Schneider Electric has transformed itself into the global specialist in energy management.

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We help the public and private sectors to respond to environmental challenges and opportunities BHR Group Limited Gül Özcan-Taskin The Fluid Engineering Centre, Cranfield, Bedfordshire MK43 0AJ United Kingdom T: +44 1234 756 505 E: gozcan@bhrgroup.co.uk W: www.bhrgroup.com BHR Group is a fluid engineering centre providing a range of expertise in the fields of process technology, fluid systems, and services for the water, environment and power industries

CLARRC Colin Cunningham Director King’s Buildings, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH9 3JN United Kingdom T: +44 1316 507 327 E: clarrc@ed.ac.uk W: www.clarrc.ed.ac.uk The Contaminated Land Assessment & Remediation Research Centre (CLARRC) is a centre of excellence for multi-disciplinary research. Environmental Defense John Balbus 1875 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, District of Columbia DC 20009 United States of America T: +1 202 387 3500 E: jbalbus@environmentaldefense.org W: www.environmentaldefensefund.org We partner with businesses, governments and communities to find practical environmental solutions. Environmental Design Consultants Jim Mairs Director The Studio, 75 Front Road, Drumbo, Lisburn, County Antrim BT27 5JX United Kingdom T: +44 28 9082 6713 E: jim@environmental-design.com W: www.environmental-design.com The firm was established in the late 1970’s by James H Mairs, initially to provide a design service in landscape architecture and site planning. Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety Dr Uwe Lahl Robert-Schuman-Platz 3, Bonn D-53175 Germany T: +49 228 993 050 E: uwe.lahl@bmu.bund.de W: www.bmu.de The sound & responsible management of the resources provided by our earth is a task that concerns us. Fraunhofer - Institut für Produktionstechnologie (IPT) Thomas Bergs Steinbachstr. 17, Aachen D-52074 Germany T: +49 241 890 4108 E: t.bergs@ipt.fraunhofer.de W: www.fraunhofer.de Microcapsules to combat climate change – intelligent construction materials boost energy efficiency and comfort Fraunhofer - Instituts für Molekularbiologie und Angewandte Oekologie (IME) Dr Kerstin Hund-Rinke Auf dem Aberg 1, Schmallenberg-Grafschaft D-57392 Germany T: +49 297 23020 E: kerstin.hund-rinke@ime.fraunhofer.de W: www.ime.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer Institute for Molecular Biology and Applied Ecology. Helmholtz Zentrum München, GmbH Manuela Semmler-Behnke Ingolstädter Landstraße 1, Neuherberg D-85764 Germany T: +49 893 1870 E: Manuela.behnke@gsf.de W: www.helmholtz-muenchen.de/en We are the german research center for environmental health. We investigate chronic diseases which develop from the interaction of environmental factors and individual genetic disposition. Lancaster Environment Centre Cathy Dolan Lancaster University, Beilrigg Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire LA1 4AY United Kingdom T: +44 1524 510 249 E: c.dolan@lancaster.ac.uk W: www.lec.lancs.ac.uk The Lancaster Environment Centre is a major development on Lancaster’s Campus, bringing together a community of university environmental researchers, government scientists and a growing number of commercial enterprises.

Natural Environment Research Council Carol Exton Business Co-ordination Manager Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, Wiltshire SN2 1EU United Kingdom T: +44 1793 442 529 E: caex@nerc.ac.uk W: www.nerc.ac.uk NERC funds world-class science in universities and our own research centres that increases knowledge and understanding of the natural world. Öko-Institut e.V.- Institute for Applied Ecology Andreas Hermann Rheinstraße 95, Darmstadt D-64295 Germany T: +49 615 181 910 E: a.hermann@oeko.de W: www.oeko.de The OKO-Institute is a leading European research and consultancy institution working for a sustainable future. Swedish Chemicals Agency Eva Gustafsson Box 2, Sundbyberg S-172 13 Sweden T: +46 8519 41 100 E: evag@kemi.se W: www.kemi.se KEMI Swedish Chemical Agency for a nontoxic environment. Techsafe Consultants Phillip Bland Chief Consultant Cheshire House, 164 Main Road, Goostrey, Crewe, Cheshire CW4 8JP. United Kingdom T: +44 1477 537 458 E: psb@techsafeconsultants.co.uk W: www.techsafeconsultants.co.uk Techsafe Consultants have been listening to customer requirements and providing holistic solutions to business problems for over twenty years in order to improve the performance of our clients’ business. Why not let our three Divisions combine to produce synergy that benefits your profit, people and place of work. URS Corporation Ltd Bob Hudson Associate Director Minerva House, Third Floor, 29 East Parade, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 5PS United Kingdom T: +44 113 386 3643 E: bob_hudson@urscorp.com W: www.urscorp.com URS Corporation is a leading provider of engineering, construction and technical services for public agencies and private sector companies around the world. Veolia Water UK Mrs Emily Brennan Marketing Communication Manager Aqua House, 2620 King’s Court, Birmingham Business Park, Birmingham, West Midlands B37 7YE United Kingdom T: +44 121 329 4000 E: emily.brennan@veoliawaterst.co.uk W: www.veoliawaterst.co.uk Veolia Water Solutions & Technologies (VWS) is the technical subsidiary of Veolia Water and the world leader in water and wastewater treatment. Watts & Crane Associates Mark Crane Managing Director 23 London Street, Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 7AG United Kingdom T: +44 1367 244 311 E: mark.crane@wca-environment.com W: www.wca-environment.com We are a consultancy providing independent and objective advice on the sources, fate and effects of chemicals in both the natural and industrial environments.

Funding Bodies Advantage West Midlands Jitka Dolezalova European Funding Programme Officer 3 Priestley Wharf, Holt Street, Birmingham Science Park Aston, Birmingham B7 4BN United Kingdom T: +44 121 380 3500 E: jitkadolezalova@advantagewm.co.uk W: www.advantagewm.co.uk Advantage West Midlands is the regional development agency (RDA) for the West Midlands. We are one of nine RDAs in England established to transform the English regions through sustainable economic development.

Sponsored by... Enterprise Europe Network Gillian Kears Petec, Thomas Wright Way, NetPark, Sedgefield, Cleveland TS21 3FG United Kingdom T: +44 1740 625 776 E: gillian.kears@uk-cpi.com W: www.een-northeast.co.uk To establish a regional asset for helping businesses to successfully secure finance for R&D and innovation including funds from the Seventh Framework Programme and to benefit from the opportunities offered by the Single Market. Enterprise Ireland Declan Black The Plaza, East Point Business Park, Dublin 3 Ireland T: +353 1727 2000 E: declan.black@enterprise-ireland.com W: www.enterprise-ireland.com Enterprise Ireland is the government agency responsible for the development and promotion of the indigenous business sector. Finance South East Ltd Donna Cooper Marketing Manager Riverside House, 4 Meadows Business Park, Station Approach, Blackwater, Camberley, Surrey GU17 9AB United Kingdom T: +44 1276 608 510 E: donna.cooper@financesoutheast.com W: www.financesoutheast.com Finance South East is a regional funding organisation, backed by the regional development agency - SEEDA and privately governed. London Regional Development Agency Gary Hellen R & D Grant Manager Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8AA United Kingdom T: +44 20 7593 8124 E: garyhellen@lda.gov.uk W: www.lda.gov.uk We are the Mayor’s agency responsible for driving London’s sustainable economic growth. It’s our job to ensure that London remains a global success story. London Technology Fund David McMeekin Chairman 13 Christopher Street, London EC2A 2BS United Kingdom T: +44 20 7247 6300 E: wdm@cgvp.com W: www.londontechnologyfund.com The London Technology Fund is London’s specialist investor in new technology companies. National Office for Research and Technology Katalin Jaray Neumann János u. 1/C., Budapest H-1117 Hungary T: +36 1484 2500 E: Katalin.jaray@nkth.gov.hu W: www.nkth.gov.hu NKTH has a key role in developing and implementing Hungary’s science, technology and innovation policies. NKTH supports financially and by institutional means the creation, dissemination and exploitation of new knowledge and technology.

Northwest Business Angels Garry Pennington Business and Dvelopment Manager Northwest Development Agency, PO Box 37 Renaissance House, Centre Park, Warrington, Cheshire WA1 1XB United Kingdom T: +44 1925 400 301 E: garry.pennington@nwda.co.uk W: www.nwda.co.uk We use our economic expertise to shape the growth opportunities of important industry sectors and help guide the development of the skills needed to match our economic ambitions. One NorthEast Chris Pywell Head of strategic economics change Stella House, Goldcrest Way, Newburn Riverside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 8NY United Kingdom T: +44 191 229 6643 E: chris.pywell@onenortheast.co.uk W: www.onenortheast.co.uk We are one of nine RDAs in England that were established to transform the English regions through sustainable economic development. Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Geoff McBride Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 0QX United Kingdom T: +44 1235 445 784 E: geoff.mcbride@stfc.ac.uk W: www.scitech.ac.uk STFC makes strategic investments to support world leading science and technology for the UK. Scottish Enterprise Scott Wilson Senior Executive Atrium Court, 50 Waterloo Street, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G2 6HQ United Kingdom T: +44 141 248 2700 E: Scott.Wilson@scotent.co.uk W: www.scottish-enterprise.co.uk We are Scotlands main economic, enterprise, innovation and investment agency. Our ultimate goal is to stimulate sustainable growth of Scotland’s economy. South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) Cathy Johnson Head of Investor Development Cross Lanes, Guildford, Surrey GU1 1YA United Kingdom T: +44 1483 500 725 E: cathyjohnson@seeda.co.uk W: www.seeda.co.uk We work at a local, regional and international level to attract inward investment, to help businesses reach their full potential and to win practical support from a range of partners. South West Regional Development Agency Denise Reeves Investment Advisor Sterling House, Dix’s Field, Exeter, Devon EX1 1QA United Kingdom T: +44 1392 214 747 E: denisereeves@southwestrda.org.uk W: www.southwestrda.org.uk Our work is to create better jobs, successful businesses, more prosperous cities, towns and villages within an economy that uses less carbon.

National Science Foundation Mihail Roco 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia VA 22230 United States of America T: +1 703 292 5111 E: mroco@nsf.gov W: www.nsf.gov

Yorkshire Forward Dr Malcolm Butler MNT Manager Mappin Street, Victoria House, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S13 JD United Kingdom T: +44 114 222 9553 E: m.a.butler@sheffield.ac.uk W: www.yorkshire-forward.com

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an

The regional development agency covering Yorkshire and Humberside.

independent federal agency. North West England Regional Development Agency Jim Keane Head of Innovation PO Box 37, Renaissance House, Centre Park, Warrington, Cheshire WA1 1XB United Kingdom T: +44 1925 400 100 E: Jim.Keane@nwda.co.uk W: www.nwda.co.uk We work to maximise the region’s competitiveness, delivering effective responses to both short-term challenges and longer-term opportunities

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Insurance Allianz Global Corporate & Speciality AG Dr Klaus Burkhardt Risk Consultant Königinstraße 28, Munich D-80802 Germany T: +49 893 800 13200 E: klaus.burkhardt@allianz.com W: www.agcs.allianz.com Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty is the dedicated Allianz Company for corporate and specialist insurance solutions. It was formed from the merger of Allianz Global Risks and Allianz Marine & Aviation at the begining in November 2005 and was launched as a wholly owned entity of Allianz SE. La Playa Ltd Mr Matthew Clark Divisional Director The Stables, Manor Farm, Milton Road, Impington, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB24 9NG United Kingdom T: +44 1223 200 650 E: matthew.clark@laplaya.co.uk W: www.laplaya.co.uk LaPlaya is an award-winning independent broker supporting technology companies with practical, jargon-free adice on specialist insurance and risk management. Lloyds David Baxter Lead Researcher - Emerging Risks 1 Lime Street, London EC3M 7HA United Kingdom T: +44 20 7327 6439 E: david.baxter@lloyds.com W: www.lloyds.com Lloyds is the worlds leading insurance market providing specilist insurance services to businesses in over 200 countries and teritories Lloyds Register Ho Chun Ivy Fang 71 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 4BS United Kingdom T: +44 20 7709 9166 E: ho-chung.fang@ir.org W: www.lr.org We provide independent assurance to companies operating high-risk, capitalintensive assets in the energy and transportation sectors.

Intellectual Property Services Adamson Jones Dr Steve Jones Principal Patent Attorney BioCity Nottingham, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 1GF United Kingdom T: +44 115 947 7977 E: steve.jones@adamson-jones.co.uk W: www.adamson-jones.co.uk We are a Patent and Trademark firm offering a full range of interllectual property services in the UK, europe and throughout the world. Europaisches Patentamt Roland Feinaugle Postfach 90, Rennweg 12, Vienna A-1031 Austria T: +43 152 1260 W: www.epo.org The European Patent Office (EPO) provides a uniform application procedure for individual inventors and companies seeking patent protection in up to 39 European countries. Haseltine Lake Mr Andrew Dowling UK and European Patent Attorney Lincoln House, 5th Floor, 300 High Holborn, London WC1 7JH United Kingdom T: +44 20 7611 7900 E: adowling@haseltinelake.com W: www.haseltinelake.com A major European IP Practice, providing Intellectual Property services to clients throughout the world.

Kroto Innovation Centre Mark Sanderson Business Incubator Manager North Campus, Broad Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S3 7HQ United Kingdom T: +44 114 222 4420 E: mark@krotoinnovation.com W: www.krotoinnovation.com

HLBBshaw Jenny Montier Marketing Manager Merlin House, Falconry Court, Baker’s Lane, Epping, Essex CM16 5DQ United Kingdom T: +44 1992 561 756 E: jenny.montier@hlbbshaw.com W: www.hlbbshaw.com

The Kroto Innovation Centre is a £2M incubator facility, delivering technology acceleration, innovation and incubation programmes to startup and existing businesses.

Our Vision: Broad services designed around the needs of the people using them, delivered innovatively, commercially, internationally, professionally.

Marks and Clerk Dr Philip Martin Partner 62-68 Hills Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 1LA United Kingdom T: +44 1223 345 520 E: cambridge@marks-clerk.com W: www.marks-clerk.com Marks & Clerk work hard to maintain our reputation as one of the worlds leading intellectual property firms. Mewburn Ellis LLP Mr Jeremy Webster Bridgewater House, Whitworth Street, Manchester M1 6LT United Kingdom T: +44 161 247 7722 E: jeremy.webster@mewburn.com W: www.mewburn.com Mewburn Ellis LLP is one of the largest firms of chartered patent Attorneys, European Patent Attorneys, European Trade Mark Attorneys, and European Design Attorneys. MyIP Ltd Mr Jeremy Kirkpatrick MD 109 Carter Street, Fordham, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5JU United Kingdom T: +44 1638 720 050 E: jerrykirkpatrick@gmail.com W: www.easydatabase.co.uk Intellectual Property (IP) is at the heart of an increasing number of businesses, and is often an organization’s most valuable asset. It can be a source of competitive advantage, for example, through Patenting, and licensing IP can provide a significant revenue stream. TangibleIP Ltd Mr Nick White Managing Director 22 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG2 0DN United Kingdom T: +44 1423 858 448 E: nick@tangibleip.com W: www.tangibleip.com TangibleIP Ltd provides intellectual property services to the scientific community.

Legal Services Bergeson & Campbell P.C Lynn Bergeson 1203 Nineteenth Street N.W, Suite 300, Washington, District of Columbia DC 20036-2401 United States of America T: +1 202 557 3801 E: lbergeson@lawbc.com W: www.lawbc.com Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. is an AV-rated (highest ranking) Washington, D.C. law firm focusing on conventional and nanoscale industrial, agricultural, and specialty chemicals and medical device, product approval and regulation, product defense, and associated business issues. Dickinson Dees LLP Mr Mark Pearce Solicitor St Anne’s Wharf, 112 Quayside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear NE1 3DX United Kingdom T: +44 191 279 9541 E: mark.pearce@dickinson-dees.com W: www.dickinson-dees.com Dickinson Dees is one of the leading independent regional firms in the UK providing a full range of services for corporate, public sector and private clients. Jacksons Commerical and Private Law Adrienne Patterson Innovation House, Yarm Road, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3TN United Kingdom T: +44 1642 356 500 E: apatterson@jacksons-law.com W: www.jacksons-law.com Jacksons is one of the North East’s major law firms providing a first class legal service. Mayer Brown International LLP Ian Wood Partner - Intellectual Property 201 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3AF United Kingdom T: +44 20 3130 3897 E: iwood@mayerbrown.com W: www.mayerbrown.com Mayer Brown is a leading global law firm with offices in key business centres across the Americas, Aisa and Europe.

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Pinsent Masons LLP Mr Lee Curtis Trade Mark Attorney 1 Park Row, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 5AB United Kingdom T: +44 113 244 5000 E: Lee.Curtis@pinsentmasons.com W: www.pinsentmasons.com As a fast-growing, international law firm we understand completely the pressures and opportunities facing businesses in the current market. So we temper our technical expertise with considerable, in depth, practical knowledge to help you create and sustain value, resolve issues and fulfil your commercial objectives. Taylor Wessing Daniel Pavin Partner Carmelite, 5 New Street Square, London EC4 A3TW United Kingdom T: +44 20 7300 7000 E: d.pavin@taylorwessing.com W: www.taylorwessing.com Taylor Wessing is a full service law firm with a widely acknowledged strength in industries rich in intellectual property, based primarily in the there largest economies in Europe. Walker Morris Solicitors Emma Wright Solicitor Kings Court, 12 King Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 2HL United Kingdom T: +44 113 283 2500 E: emma.wright@walkermorris.co.uk W: www.walkermorris.co.uk Walker Morris is a unique firm with a national reputation for strong multi disciplinary teamwork and straight forward advice. Ward Hadaway Colin Hewitt Head of Commercial Law Sandgate House, 102 Quayside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 3DX United Kingdom T: +44 191 204 4226 E: colin.hewitt@wardhadaway.com W: www.wardhadaway.com Ward Hadaway is one of the UK’s Top 100 law firms and a major player in the North of England with offices in Newcastle and Leeds.

Manufacturing Carville Ltd Mr Ross Fraser Marketing Director Station Road, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1HQ United Kingdom T: +44 1306 881 681 E: ross@carville.co.uk W: www.carville.co.uk Established by Frederick Carville in 1928, Carville is one of the worlds oldest and most experienced plastics machining companies. Epigem Ltd Dr Tim Ryan Managing Director Unit 3, Malmo Court, Kirkleatham Business Park, Redcar, Cleveland TS10 5SQ United Kingdom T: +44 1642 496 300 E: tim.ryan@epigem.co.uk W: www.epigem.co.uk New Materials development and evaluation & specialise in film coating with novel, optical & electrical properties. Exilica Ltd Dr Norman Leece MD The Technocentre, Puma way, Coventry, West Midlands CV1 2TT United Kingdom T: +44 1789 751 337 E: n.leece@exilica.co.uk W: www.exilica.co.uk The company’s mission is to be a world leader in the provision of innovative micro/ nano formulations based on the bead / shell technology for commercial solutions. We are committed to customer satisfaction and product quality.

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Honeywell Marc Walon Allied Signal Europe N.V., Haarode Research Park, Grauwmeer 1, Heverlee B-3001 Belgium T: +32 32 1639 1215 E: marc.walon@honeywell.com W: www.honeywell.com

Attica Components Ltd Mr Jim Fife General Manager North Leigh Business Park, N Leigh, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 6SW United Kingdom T: +44 1993 886 888 E: jim.fife@attica.com W: www.attica.com

Drug Delivery Systems Richard Twydell Finance & Administration Director Leatherhead enterprise centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7RY United Kingdom T: +44 1372 825 109 E: richardt@drugdeliverysolutions.co.uk W: www.drugdeliverysolutions.co.uk

Honeywell is a global provider of products, services, technology and solutions for buildings, homes and industries including aerospace, refining, chemicals, automotive and more.

Precision Metal Components

Our primary activity is the design and formulation of dispersions and their application in topical, sub lingual, oral and other forms of drug delivery.

Laser Optical Engineering Ltd Professor John Tyrer Managing Director PO Box 6321, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 3XZ United Kingdom T: +44 1509 228 733 E: johntyrer@laseroptical.co.uk W: www.laseroptical.co.uk Laser optical engineering Ltd is an expert technology company, specialising in the developement of innovative and bespoke laser based vision products and services. Oxford Engineering Ltd Mr David Farrow Business Development Manager Unit 6, Colwell Drive, Abingdon Business Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1AU United Kingdom T: +44 1235 530 074 E: david.farrow@oxeng.co.uk W: www.oxeng.co.uk Oxford Engineering Limited of Abingdon, Oxfordshire specialises in lean manufacturing, supply chain management and precision engineering to provide total manufacturing solutions. Pascoe Engineering Ltd Mr Robert Smith Managing Director 127 Nitshill Road, Levern Industrial Estate, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G53 7TD United Kingdom T: +44 141 880 6444 E: bob@pascoelimited.com W: www.pascoelimited.com Pascoe Engineering is one of Scotland’s leading Tool and Mould-die making companies. Our integrated approach to tool design and subcontract injection moulding means: more creative solutions, shorter lead times, greater precision and outstanding customer service.

Medical Devices AdvoTek Ltd Mr Andrew Pacey Director 13-15 Wallace Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire SG4 0SE United Kingdom T: +44 7984 986 115 E: AdvoTekMed@aol.com W: www.advotek.co.uk

Bespak Europe Ltd Chris Halling Business Manager Blackhill Drive, Featherstone Road, Wolverton Mill South, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK12 5TS United Kingdom T: +44 1908 525 201 E: chris.halling@bespak.co.uk W: www.bespak.com Bespak is the leading manufacturer of metered dose inhaler valves, dry powder inhalers and medical inflation check valves. Bio Life Technical LLP Paul Constant Consultant 10 John Street, London WC1N 2EB United Kingdom T: +44 20 7067 4320 E: paul.constant@biolifetechnical.com W: www.biolifetechnical.com Bio Life Technical LLP provides independent technical due diligence services to the investment community Biocompatibles Dr Donald Coppen Manager Chapman House, Farnham Business Park, Weydon Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 8QL United Kingdom T: +44 1252 732 732 E: info@biocompatibles.com W: www.biocompatibles.com Biocompatibles International plc is a medical technology company focused on drug device combination products principally for use in oncology. BioInteractions Ltd Dr Ajay Luthra Managing Director University of Reading, Earley Gate, Whiteknights Road, Reading, Berkshire RG6 6BZ United Kingdom T: +44 118 935 7311 E: akl@biointeractions.ltd.uk W: www.biointeractions.co.uk Biointeractions Ltd is an innovative provider of biocompatibles solutions to the worldwide medical device of pharmaceutical industry. Bitecic Ltd Dr Chris Ansell Innovation Infrastructure Manager 4100 Park Approach, Thorpe Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS15 8GB United Kingdom T: +44 113 397 0328 E: chris.ansell@bitecic.com W: www.bitecic.com

We bring control of design, development and manufacture that allows for the flexibilty of real life, yet ensures product approval.

Established to manage collaboration, and provide professional services to industry, universities and healthcare professionals, BITECIC Ltd draws on expertise from a world-class group of business, clinical and research personnel.

Association of British Healthcare Industries Mr Daniel Jones Press & Public Affairs 111 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7HR United Kingdom T: +44 20 7960 4360 E: daniel.jones@abhi.org.uk W: www.abhi.org.uk

Boston Scientific Technologie Zentrum GmbH Peter Albrecht Managing Director Kolbergerstr. 22, Munich D-81679 Germany T: +49 893 235 04501 E: peter.albrecht@bsci.com W: www.bostonscientific.com

ABHI’s purpose is to promote the rapid adoption of medical technologies to ensure optimum patient outcomes throughout the UK and in key global markets.

For more than 25 years, Boston Scientific has advanced the practice of less-invasive medicine by providing a broad and deep portfolio of innovative products, technologies and services across a wide range of medical specialties.

Attenborough Dental Mr Edward Attenborough Managing Director Viscosa House, George St, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 3BN United Kingdom T: +44 115 947 3562 E: e.attenborough@attenborough.com W: www.attenborough.com

Continuum Blue Limited Dr Mark Yeoman Director 5 Westbrook, Priory Road, Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5HX United Kingdom T: +44 1342 824 921 E: mark@continuum-blue.com W: www.continuum-blue.com

To become market leader in dental care services by consistently delivering the highest level of quality value and service in a innovative way.

Continuum Blue is a technology development company, with a strong focus on medical devices & implants. We provide clients with solid engineering solutions to their problems.

Fraunhofer - Institut für Biomedizinische Technik (IBMT) Gunter Fuhr Director Ensheimer Strasse 48, St Ingbert D-66386 Germany T: +49 689 49 800 E: guenter.fuhr@ibmt.fraunhofer.de W: www.ibmt.fraunhofer.de The Fraunhofer Institute for Biomedical Engineering (IBMT) is one of the six institutes of the Alliance Life Science of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft and concentrates mainly on the development of technology Getinge UK Ltd Chris Hayes Orchad Way Calladine Park, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire NG17 1JU United Kingdom T: +44 1623 510 033 E: chris@getinge.co.uk W: www.getinge.com Getinge provides complete solutions for effective and efficient cleaning, disinfection and sterilization in the healthcare and life science sectors. Intelesens Ltd Ann Allen Unit 4, Heron Road, Belfast, County Antrim BT3 9LE United Kingdom T: +44 28 9093 0066 E: ann@std-ltd.com W: www.std-ltd.com Intelesens is an internationally recognised, leading innovative in targeted non-invasive vital signs monitoring. JR Nanotech Robert Kwan 145 Chase Road, London N14 4JP United Kingdom T: +44 7774 626 378 E: robertkwan@jrnanotech.com W: www.jrnanotech.com JR Nanotech was formed to introduce Nano-silver to United Kingdom and to seek strategic partners to incorporate Nano-silver in healthcare products to improve the quality of life and in non healthcare products to reduce food spoilage and destruction of building materials. MagForce Nanotechnologies AG Dr Andreas Jordan CEO Spandauer Damm 130, Berlin D-14050 Germany T: +49 303 083 800 E: ajordan@magforce.com W: www.magforce.de MagForce Nanotechnologies AG is the world leader in the field of cancer nanotechnology. Medcell David Mountford CRO Minerva Building, Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB22 3AT United Kingdom T: +44 1223 493 483 E: info@medcell.com W: www.medcell.com Medcell Bioscience is an innovative healthcare company dedicated to developing new musculoskeletal regenerative medicine technologies. MeddiQuest Limited Amanda Spencer Marketing and Business Development Manager Business & Technology Centre, Bessemer Drive, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2DX United Kingdom T: +44 1763 222 505 E: amanda.spencer@meddiquest.com W: www.meddiquest.com MeddiQuest - your first stop on the path to CE Marking, 510(k) clearance, PMA / PDP Approval and ISO 13485 / ISO 14971 Quality Systems! Make Regulatory Compliance part of your competitive advantage

Sponsored by... Medical Device Technology Consultants Dr Jed Place Director Vicarage Farm, Upthorpe Road, Stanton, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP31 2AP United Kingdom T: +44 1359 250 859 E: jed@mdtconsultants.co.uk W: www.mdtconsultants.co.uk

Simbec Research Limited Mr Alan Woodward Manager, Business Development Merthyr Tydfil Ind. Park, Cardiff Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Mid Glamorgan CF48 4DR United Kingdom T: +44 1443 690 977 E: alan.woodward@simbec.co.uk W: www.simbec.co.uk

Lein Applied Diagnostics Mr Dan Daly Managing Director Reading Enterprise Centre, Building L33, Crown Place, London Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5AQ United Kingdom T: +44 845 456 5970 E: dan.daly@lein-ad.com W: www.lein-ad.com

MDTc is a specialist consultancy for the Medical Devices and Healthcare Industries.

Simbec research is one of Europe’s foremost clinical research organisations with over 30 years of experience.

Lein Applied Diagnostics is a dynamic research company pioneering innovative solutions for the healthcare market.

Medilink East Midlands Mrs Catherine Hadfield Office Manager Biocity Nottingham, Pennyfoor Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 1GF United Kingdom T: +44 115 912 4334 E: catherine@medilinkem.com W: www.medilinkem.com

Synectix Pharmaceutical Solutions Ltd Mark Saunders Development Director Tredoman Technology and Business Park, Hengoes, Mid Glamorgan CF82 7FN United Kingdom T: +44 845 084 0553 E: msaunders@synectix-pharma.com W: www.synectix-pharma.com

Sphere Medical Ltd Peter Laitenberger Vice President Technology Harston Mill, Hartson, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB22 7GG United Kingdom T: +44 1223 875 222 E: peter.laitenberger@spheremedical.com W: www.spheremedical.com

medilink EM is the specialist support organisation for the healthcare sector. Medwise International Consultancy Limited Mr John Lang Director PO Box 17, Wilberfoss, York, North Yorkshire YO41 5YY United Kingdom T: +44 1759 380 273 E: johnlang@medwise-international.com W: www.medwise-international.com We are an independent scientific company providing preclinical and regulatory support internationally to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and other industries. NanoBioDesign Ltd Andrea Fantuzzi Floor 12, E&EE Building, Exhibition Road, London SW7 2AZ United Kingdom T: +44 20 7594 5320 E: info@nanobiodesign.com W: www.nanobiodesign.com NanoBioDesign (NBD) is developing a new range of P450 assays based upon its patented ‘molecular lego’ approach to protein engineering. Nanotherics Mr Stefan Ogrodzinski Guy Hilton Research Centre, Thornburrow Drive, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST4 7QB United Kingdom T: +44 1782 554 047 E: enquiry@nanotherics.com W: www.nanotherics.com Nanotherics is an experienced, highly innovative company in the life sciences sector developing and commercialising innovative magnetic nanoparticle based products Physik Instrumente UK Mr Kevin Grimley Managing Director Lambda House, Batford Mill, Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5 5BZ United Kingdom T: +44 1582 764 334 E: k.grimley@pi.ws W: www.physikinstrumente.co.uk PI now have more than 30 years of experience in the design, development and manufacturing of precision positioning systems. PSiMedica Drew Ferguson Director Of the UK Malvern Hills Science Park, Geraldine Road, Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3SZ United Kingdom T: +44 1684 585 300 W: www.psivida.com pSivida is a leading provider of miniaturized, sustained-release drug delivery products and is continuing the evolution of these systems. Q-CHIP Ltd Mark Barry Chief Operating Officer Oddfellows House, 19 Newport Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF24 0AA United Kingdom T: +44 29 2048 0180 E: mark.barry@q-chip.com W: www.q-chip.com Q Chip is a biopharmaceutical drug delivery company developing a range of sustainedrelease biogeneric and biotherapies products

Kuecept offers its services and drug delivery technologies to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies of all sizes and of all levels of expericence, from newcomers to global organisations. TSE Systems GmbH Amanda Rogers Siemensstr. 21, Bad Homburg D-61352 Germany T: +49 617 27 890 E: amanda.rogers@tse-systems.com W: www.tse-systems.com Sophisticated Life Science Research Instrumentation.

Medical Diagnostics Anaxsys Technology Ltd Barbara Lead Commercial and Development Director Unit 6, Send Business Centre, 3 Tannery House, Tannery Lane, Send, Surrey GU23 7EF United Kingdom T: +44 1483 211 011 E: barbara@anaxsys.co.uk W: www.anaxsys.co.uk Anaxsys Technology is a cutting edge technology company that’s is developing a range of respiratory diagnostics monitoring products based upon our unique sensor technology. ATDBio Professor Tom Brown Co-founder Building 30, School of Chemistry, University of Southampton, Southampton, Hampshire SO17 1BJ United Kingdom T: +44 23 8059 6778 E: tb2@soton.ac.uk W: www.atdbio.com

Sphere Medical partners with leading medical equipment companies to develop and commercialise highly innovative monitoring products that provide clinical and economic benefits in the critical care environment. Vivacta Limited Mr Neil Butler CEO 100 Guillat Avenue, Kent Science park, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 8GU United Kingdom T: +44 1795 419 400 E: nb@vivacta.com W: www.vivacta.com Vivacta is a point-of-care in victro diagnostics company with innovative technology for rapid and quantitative near patient immunoassay testing.

Opto-electronics AIDO - Technological Institute of Optics, Colour and Imaging Isabel Ferrando Parc Tecnològic, Paterna, Valencia E-46980 Spain T: +34 96131 8051 E: iferrando@aido.es W: www.aido.es Innovation, Research and Training ANKA Angstromquelle Karlsruhe GmbH Prof. Dr. Tilo Baumbach Director Herman -Von- Helmholtz -Platz 1, Eggenstein - Leopoldshafen D-76344 Germany T: +49 724 782 6820 E: Tilo.Baumbach@kit.edu W: www.anka-online.de

Synthesis of nucleic acid analogues (oligonucleotides)

ANKA is the synchrotron light source of the Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe, providing light from hard X-rays to the far-infrared for research and technology.

Bio Nano Consulting Dr David Sarphie CEO 85 Tottenham Court Road, London W1T 4TQ United Kingdom T: +44 20 7268 3032 E: david.sarphie@bio-nano-consulting.com W: www.bio-nano-consulting.com

CeOPP Mrs Heike Degler Center for Optoelectronics and Photonics Paderborn, Warburger Str 100, Paderborn D-33098 Germany T: +49 525 160 2691 E: degler@physik.upb.de W: www.ceopp.de

Bio Nano Consulting specialises in delivering innovative solutions to industry across the life sciences and technology sectors.

Centre for Optoelectronics and Photonics Paderborn.

Biotec Ltd Ian Christopher Operations Director 32 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3RG United Kingdom T: +44 1473 612 158 E: sales@biotec.com W: www.biotec.com

CIP Technologies Mr Marcus Banham Sales Executive Phoenix House, Adastral Park, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3RE United Kingdom T: +44 1473 663 176 E: marcus.banham@ciphotonics.com W: www.ciphotonics.com

Lab21 Healthcare supports healthcare providers and the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries with technically advanced testing services.

CIP is a leading supplier of advanced photonic components and services in the communications, life sciences, industrial and defence market places.

Horizon Instruments Ltd Mr Nick Holman Director Unit 12, Ghyll Industrial Estate, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 8AW United Kingdom T: +44 1435 864 239 E: mail@horizoninstruments.co.uk W: www.horizoninstruments.co.uk

Compound Semiconductor Technologies Global Dr Wyn Meredith Block 6, Kelvin Campus, West of Scotland Science Park, Maryhill Rd, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G20 0SP United Kingdom T: +44 141 579 3010 E: wmeredith@compoundsemi.co.uk W: www.compoundsemi.co.uk

Horizon Instruments is a privately owned company, which has many years experience in designing and building integrated automated solutions for medical diagnostics, healthcare, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.

CSTG is a ‘pure play’ semiconductor foundry and custom service provider specialising in the design, development, and manufacture of discrete and integrated III-V optoelectronic devices, based in Glasgow, UK.

EOS GmbH Hans-Ulrich Buse Robert-Stirling-Ring 1, Krailling bei München D-82152 Germany T: +49 898 93360 E: info@eos.info W: www.eos.info EOS was founded in 1989 and is today the world leading manufacturer of laser-sintering systems. Fraunhofer - Institut für Angewandte Optik und Feinmechanik (IOF) Erik Beckert Albert Einstein Street 7, Jena D-07745 Germany T: +49 364 180 70 E: erik.beckert@iof.fraunhofer.de W: www.iof.fraunhofer.de Research and development at Fraunhofer IOF focuses on optical systems technology with a view to continually improving the control of light from generation via guiding and manipulation up to its application. Fraunhofer - Institut für Lasertechnik (ILT) Arnold Gillner Steinbachstr. 15, Aachen D-52074 Germany T: +49 241 89060 E: arnold.gillner@ilt.fraunhofer.de W: www.ilt.fraunhofer.de The development of new laser processes, tailor-made laser beam sources or special laser systems. GMBU e.V. Dr Helfried Haufe Project Manager Erich-Neuss-Weg 5, Halle (Saale) D-06120 Germany T: +49 351 269 5343 E: haufe@gmbu.de W: www.gmbu.de The GMBU e.V. is a non-profit organization for industrial research and development established in three departments with main competences each in Environmental Biotechnology, Opto-Sensors and Photonic Measurements and Thin-Film diagnostics and functional coatings IQE (Europe) Ltd Mr Roy Blunt Special Projects Manager Pascal Close, St Mellons, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF3 0LW United Kingdom T: +44 29 2083 9400 E: rblunt@iqep.com W: www.iqep.com Between 1988 and 1998, the Cardiff based operation under went steady growth, primarily servicing the optical communications markets with its broad range of optoelectronic products and versatile business model. Oclaro plc Ian Knight Snr Research Engineer Westfield Business Park, Long Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 7AU United Kingdom T: +44 1803 698 600 E: ian.knight@oclaro.com W: www.oclaro.com Oclaro, with headquarters in San Jose, California, is a Tier 1 provider of innovative optical and laser components and solutions for a broad range of diverse markets, including telecommunications, industrial, consumer electronics, medical and scientific applications. OpTIC Technium Phillip Harris CEO St. Asaph Business Park, St Asaph, Clwyd LL17 0JD United Kingdom T: +44 1745 535 100 E: phil.harris@OpTICtechnium.com W: www.optictechnium.com We help new and early-stage science and technology businesses overcome obstacles to success and provide an environment where they can prosper.

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Perkin Elmer Optoelectronics Philip Zirngast Saxon Way, Bar Hill, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 8SL United Kingdom T: +44 1954 785 336 E: phil.zirngast@perkinelmer.com W: www.optoelectronics.perkinelmer.com PerkinElmer is a global leader focused on improving the health, safety and security of people and the environment. Photonics & Plastic Electronics KTN Nick Kirkwood Operations Manager Bletchley Park Science and Innovation Centre, Sherwood Drive, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK3 6EB United Kingdom T: +44 1506 200 172 E: nick@ppektn.org W: www.ppektn.org The Photonics & Plastic Electronics KTN covers plastic electronics, photovoltaics, optical communications, biophotonics and ultra efficient lighting. Photonics Cluster (UK) Glenn Barrowman Director Aston Science Park, Birmingham, West Midlands B7 4BB United Kingdom T: +44 121 260 6189 E: glennb@photonicscluster-uk.org W: www.photonicscluster-uk.org Photonics Cluster UK works with clients in Photonic apllications ranging from the infrared through to the visible and ultra-violet in industries as diverse as transport, defence and security, medical and food sciences, ICT, precision engineering and communications. PRP Optoelectronics Ltd Mr Sam Cox Technical Manager Wood Burcote Way, Towcester, Northamptonshire NN12 6TF United Kingdom T: +44 1327 359 135 E: samc@prpopto.co.uk W: www.prpopto.com PRP Optoelectronics Ltd. Is the worlds largest independent supplier of high performance custom LED displays, specifically for the Avionics, Industrial Instrumentation and medical industries. Scottish Optoelectronics Association Mr Chris Gracie CEO Geddes House, Kirkton North, Livingston, West Lothian EH54 6GU United Kingdom T: +44 1506 497 228 E: chris.gracie@optoelectronics.org.uk W: www.optoelectronics.org.uk The Scottish Optoelectrnics Association (SAO) was launched in October 1994 with the objective of “stimulating economic growth in Scotland through the knowledge, manufacture and application od Optoelectronics.

Alcan Packaging Thomas Fessler Finkernstrasse 34, Kreuzlingen CH-8280 Switzerland T: +41 71 677 7338 E: info@ceramis.com W: www.ceramis.de Alcan Packaging Group which is a world leader in value-added specialty packaging, with global reach. Amcor Flexibles Mr Roy Christopherson Innovation Director Winterbourne Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, Avon BS34 8PT United Kingdom T: +44 117 987 2615 E: Roy.Christopherson@amcor-flexibles.com W: www.amcor.com Amcor is a leading global packaging manufacturer offering a broad range of plastic, fibre, metal and glass packaging products, along with packaging related services. Ardagh Glass John Parkes Headlands Lane, Knottingley, West Yorkshire WF11 0HP United Kingdom T: +44 1977 674 111 E: john.parkes@ardaghglass.com W: www.ardaghglass.com Ardagh Glass is known globally for excellence in glass manufacture and is the preferred packaging supplier for many of the world’s largest food and beverage brands. Chesapeake Carol Hammond Head of Research & Development Church House, St. Mary’s Court, The Broadway, Old Amersham, Middlesex HP7 0UT United Kingdom T: +44 1494 618 600 E: carol.hammond@chesapeakecorp.com W: www.cskcorp.com Internationally renowned as a leading supplier of cartons, labels and leaflets, and specialist plastic packaging, Chesapeake has developed highly efficient manufacturing operations spanning the globe. Innovia Films. Ltd Ms Zenn Bergmann Communications Officer R&D Centre, West Road, Wigton, Cumbria CA7 9XX United Kingdom T: +44 1697 341 268 E: zena.bergmann@innoviafilms.com W: www.innoviafilms.com Innovia films manufacture two speciality materials cellulose films and biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) Jaycare Ltd Lyndon Wilde New York Way, New York Ind Est, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE27 0QF United Kingdom T: +44 191 296 0303 E: lwilde@jaycare.com W: www.cajaycare.com Market leaders in the supply of rigid plastic packaging, medical devices and technical components demanded by today’s pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.

SPI (Southampton Photonics) Christine Skellon Marketing Communications 3 Wellington Park, Tollbar Way, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire SO30 2QU United Kingdom T: +44 23 8076 5416 E: christine.skellon@spioptics.com W: www.spioptics.com

Molins ITCM Bruce Paxton Managing Director 13 Westwood Way, Westwood Business Park, Coventry, West Midlands CV4 8HS United Kingdom T: +44 24 7642 1100 E: bruce.paxton@molins.com W: www.molinsitcm.com

SPI Lasers provide world-leading fiber laser technology.

ITCM is a world leader in custom machinery and production solutions for packing and processsing.

Packaging Aisapack SA Roy Hugues-Vincent Rue de la Praise, 31, Vouvry CH-1896 Switzerland T: +41 24 482 0606 E: hugues-vincent_roy@aisapack.com W: www.aisapack.com Aisa is a global Swiss-based company and the leading supplier of equipment offering innovative laminate and seamless plastic tube packaging production solutions.

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Pira International Graham Moore Cleeve Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7RU United Kingdom T: +44 1372 802 000 E: graham.moore@pira-international.com W: www.pira-international.com Providing ,market research, strategic and technical consulting, testing, publications and conferences to help clients understand market trends identify opportunities, meet compliance requirements, network and develop strategies to grow their businesses.

Stora Enso Deutschland GmbH Wilfried Schmahl Sales Director Feldmühleplatz 1, Dusseldorf D-40545 Germany T: +49 211 581 01 E: wilfried.schmahl@storaenso.com W: www.storaenso.com Stora Enso is a global paper, packaging and wood products company producing newsprint and book paper, magazine paper, fine paper, consumer board, industrial packaging and wood products. Sudpack UK Ltd Steve Biddiscombe 40 High Park Drive, Wolverton Mill East, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK12 5TT United Kingdom T: +44 1908 525 720 E: steve.biddiscombe@suedpack.com W: www.suedpack.com Sudpack is a packaging company which is headquarted in Ochsenhausen, BadenWurttemberg in Germany. It also has over 22 sales branches and locations. Tetra Pak Henrik Jungclas Pack Mat, Assessment and Certification, Untere Waldplatze 27, Stuttgart Germany T: +49 711 687 04961 E: henrik.jungclas@tetrapak.com W: www.tetrapak.com Together with our customers we make food safe and available, everywhere.’

Pharmaceuticals Accelrys Dr Gerhard Goldbeck-Wood Director of the Nanotechnology Consortium 334 Cambridge Science Park, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0WN United Kingdom T: +44 1223 228 500 E: gerhard@accelrys.com W: www.accelrys.com We help organizations improve efficiencies through enterprise application of Scientific Business intelligence software that can Integrate, Mine, Model, Analyze, Manage and report complex scientific data. Astech Projects Ms Kate Blanchard Sales Manager Unit 15, Berkeley Court, Manor Park, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 1TQ United Kingdom T: +44 1928 571 797 E: kate.blanchard@astechprojects.co.uk W: www.astechprojects.co.uk Astech Projects are a specialist engineering and science based company supplying advanced automated systems to a world wide customer base.

Avacta Ltd Mr Alan Brain Director York Bio Centre, Innovation Way, Heslington, York, North Yorkshire YO10 5NY United Kingdom T: +44 844 414 0452 E: alan@avacta.com W: www.avacta.com We provide innovative, high value technology and services for bioscience and diagnostics. Avecia Biologics Limited Dr Stephen Taylor Vice President for Business Development PO Box 2, Belasis Avenue, Billingham, Cleveland TS23 1YN United Kingdom T: +44 1642 363 511 E: stephen.taylor@avecia.com W: www.avecia.com Avecia is a leading private biotechnology company focused on the development and manufacture of innovative biotechnologybased medicines. Bioalliance Pharma Dr Dominique Costantini CEO 49 Boulevard du Général Martial Valin, Paris F-75015 France T: +33 14558 7601 E: dominique.costantini@bioalliancepharma.com W: www.bioalliancepharma.com Innovative drug delivery focused on rapidly evolving therapeutic markets -cancer, serious viral diseases (such as HIV) and opportunistic infections Biolink International Inc Eiichi Kitano Aoki Bldg. 3F, 40182, Toranomon, Minato-ku J-105-0001 Japan T: +81 357 770 271 E: ekitano@biolink-i.co.jp W: www.biolink-i.co.jp Linking Biotechnologies for Human Healthcare. bioProcessUK Dr Tony Bradshaw Director 14/15 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PS United Kingdom T: +44 20 7565 7143 E: tbradshaw@bioindustry.org W: www.bioprocessuk.org The HealthTech and Medicines KTN is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge transfer and innovation within the key application areas of medicines, associated bioprocessing and health technologies, addressing needs across SMEs to large multinationals.

Astellas Pharma Inc Hiroaki Tasaki 2-3-11, Nihonbashi-Honcho, Chuo-Ku, Tokyo J-103-8411 Japan T: +81 332 443 000 E: hiroaki.tasaki@jp.astellas.com W: www.astellas.com

Capsulution Pharma AG Alexander Herrmann CFO Volmerstraße 7b, D-12489, Berlin D-12489 Germany T: +49 306 706 9190 E: alexander.herrmann@capsulution.com W: www.capsulution.com

Aiming to become an R&D-driven global pharmaceutical company contributing to people’s health.

Functionalisation of nanocapsules to deliver pharmaceutical, biochemical, electrical, optical and magnetic properties.

AstraZeneca Professor Clive Washington Principal Scientist 15 Stanhope Gate, London W1K 1LN United Kingdom T: +44 20 7304 5000 E: Clive.Washington@astrazeneca.com W: www.astrazeneca.com We discover new medicines that are designed to improve health and quality of life of patients around the world. ATP Consulting Ltd Mrs Colette Hamilton Managing Director 3000 Manchester Business Park, Manchester M22 5TG United Kingdom T: +44 161 266 1099 E: chamilton@atpconsulting.co.uk W: www.atpconsulting.co.uk APT Consultant was founded in 2005 to support a healthcare transformation in the UK and across Europe.

Carbogen-Amcis Mr Robert Rhodes New Business Development Manager 303 Clayton Lane, Manchester M11 4SX United Kingdom T: +44 161 223 3344 E: robert.rhodes@carbogen-amcis.com W: www.carbogen-amcis.com CARBOGEN AMCIS is a leading provider of drug development and commercialization services to the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, at all stages of drug development. Christison Particle Tech Ltd Paul Armstrong Albany Rd, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear NE8 3AT United Kingdom T: +44 191 478 8120 E: paularmstrong@christison.com W: www.christison.co.uk We specialise in particle size characterisation and particle diminution.

Sponsored by... Critical Pharmaceuticals Ltd Dr Andy Lewis Operations Director BioCity Nottingham, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 1GF United Kingdom T: +44 115 912 4371 E: andy.lewis@criticalpharmaceuticals.com W: www.criticalpharmaceuticals.com

Haden Freeman Ltd Lindon Roberts Business Development Manager Freeman House Orbital 24, Oldham Street, Denton, Manchester M34 3SU United Kingdom T: +44 161 304 5900 E: lroberts@hadenfreeman.com W: www.hadenfreeman.com

Molecular Profiles Dr Jeff James Business Development Manager 8 Orchard Place, Nottingham Business Park, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG8 6PX United Kingdom T: +44 115 871 8888 E: jjames@molprofiles.co.uk W: www.molprofiles.com

Upperton Limited Dr Richard Johnson Director PO Box 6861, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG2 5PF United Kingdom T: +44 115 955 3387 E: rjohnson@upperton.com W: www.upperton.com

Critical Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company with proprietary drug delivery technologies for injectable sustained release and nasal delivery of challenging drugs including proteins and peptides.

A complete range of engineering and management services is offered to chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing, oil and gas, utility, insurance, transport and general manufacturing industries.

At Molecular Profiles, we provide drug development, advanced analytical characterisation and consulting services to pharmaceutical companies worldwide.

Upperton Ltd is a privately owned company that specialises in the development of novel micro and Nano particles for the pharmaceuticals and biotechnology in industries.

Eli Lilly & Co Ltd Cosgrove David Lilly House, Priestly Road, Basingstoke, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 9NL United Kingdom T: +44 1256 315 000 E: david.cosgrove@alderley.zeneca.com W: www.lilly.co.uk

Key Organics limited Elizabeth Jones Business Development Manager Highfield Industrial Estate, Camelford, Cornwall PL32 9QZ United Kingdom T: +44 1840 212 137 E: elizabethj@keyorganics.net W: www.keyorganics.ltd.uk

Eli Lilly and Company is one of the world´s largest research based pharmaceutical companies dedicated to creating and delivering innovative pharmaceutical health care solutions that enable people to live longer, healthier and more active lives

A leading global provider in the supply of high quality chemical products and contract services to the pharmaceutical, agrochemical & biotechnology sectors, together with related industries and applications.

Extract Technology Ltd Tony Rhodes Compliance Manager Bradley Junction Industrial Estate, Leeds Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD2 1UR United Kingdom T: +44 1484 432 727 E: trhodes@extract-technology.com W: www.extract-technology.com Extract Technology is a leading UK based supplier of individually designed solutions for containment and aseptic applications, principally in the pharmaceutical, biotech and chemical markets. F. Hoffman La Roche Ltd Walter Schilling Pharma Division, Grenzacherstrasse 124, Basel CH-4070 Switzerland T: +41 61 688 1111 E: walter.schilling@roche.com W: www.roche.com Roche’s operating businesses are organized in two divisions pharmaceutical and diagnostics. Fraunhofer - Institut für Grenzflächen und Bioverfahrenstechnik (IGB) Nicolas Zschoerper Nobelstrasse 12, Stuttgart D-70569 Germany T: +49 711 970 4001 E: info @ igb.fraunhofer.de W: www.igb.fraunhofer.de The Fraunhofer IGB develops and optimizes processes and products for the business areas of medicine, pharmaceutics, chemistry, the environment and energy.

Lena Nanoceutics Ltd Mr Kevin Adams Business Development Manager Institute of Pharmaceutical Innovation, Richmond Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire BD7 1DP United Kingdom T: +44 1274 236 104 E: kevin.adams@lenanano.com W: www.lenanano.com Lena Nanoceutics is a technology based company focused on the development of improved formulation processes for prescription drugs, over the counter medicines and healthcare products. Macfarlan Smith Ltd John McFadyen 10 Wheatfield Rd, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH11 2QA United Kingdom T: +44 1313 372 434 E: msl@macsmith.com W: www.macsmith.com Macfarlan Smith is a world leader in the production of the alkaloid opiates and other controlled drugs. Merck Chemicals Limited Mr Steven Tierney Project Manager Chilworth Science Park, Chilworth, Southampton, Hampshire SO167QD United Kingdom T: +44 23 8076 3311 E: steven.tierney@merckchem.co.uk W: www.merck-chemicals.co.uk Merck is a global company with over 30,000 employees in more than 60 countries. At Merck chemicals, you recieve high-quality industrial and laboratory chemicals.

GEA Pharma Systems Ltd Mike Warren Regional Sales Manager School Lane, Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO53 4DG United Kingdom T: +44 23 8024 2265 E: mike.warren@niropharma.com W: www.gea-ps.com

Merck KGaA Carsten Handrosch Frankfurter Str. 250, Darmstadt D-64293 Germany T: +49 615 1720 E: webmaster@merck.de W: www.merck.de

GEA Pharma Systems supplies advanced processing technologies for the manufacturing of oral dosage forms.

From developing new therapies that treat and prevent disease to helping people in need, we’re committed to improving health and well-being around the world.

Glaxo Smith Kline Christabel Fowler St George’s Avenue, Weybridge, Surrey KT13 0DE United Kingdom T: +44 1932 822 353 E: christabel.x.fowler@gsk.com W: www.gsk.com

Merck KGaA Dr Emil Aust Lindenplatz 1, Haar D-85540 Germany T: +49 894 5610 E: emil.aust@merck.de W: www.merck.com

GlaxoSmithKline is one of the largest pharmeceutical developers in the world, with almost 100,000 employees in over 100 countries.

From developing new therapies that treat and prevent disease to helping people in need, we’re committed to improving health and well-being around the world.

Glaxo Smith Kline CEEDD Shelagh Wilson VP Head of European CEEDD Gunnels Wood Rd, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2NY United Kingdom T: +44 1437 762 818 E: helagh.wilson@gsk.com W: www.ceedd.com

MHRA Dr Gerard Lee Market Towers, 1 Nine Elms Lane, London SW8 5NQ United Kingdom T: +44 20 7084 2568 E: ged.lee@mhra.gsi.gov.uk W: www.mhra.gov.uk

At the ceedd we seek to preserve our alliance companies’ independence and creativity.

We enhance and safe guard the health of the public by ensuring that medicines and medical devices work and are acceptedly safe.

Nemaura Pharma Ltd Mr Faz Chowdhury Director of Product Development Loughborough Innovation Centre, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 3EH United Kingdom T: +44 1509 222 910 E: fazc@aol.com W: www.nemaura.co.uk We use unique formulation strategies using micro and nano technologies to develop products that will deliver a wide range of drugs safely, and more effectively.

Wellcome Trust Dr Nicola Bailey Business Analyst Gibbs Building, 215 Euston Road, London NW1 2BE United Kingdom T: +44 20 7611 8888 E: n.bailey@wellcome.ac.uk W: www.wellcome.ac.uk The Wellcome Trust is a global charity dedicated to achieving extraordinary improvements in human and animal health.

Novartis Grimsby Ltd Dr Simon Gregory Project Manager Pyewipe Industrial Estate, Grimsby, North Lincolnshire DN31 2SR United Kingdom T: +44 1472 253 612 E: simon.gregory@novartis.com W: www.novartis.com

Wockhardt UK Ltd Tony Allcock Head of Production and Engineering Ash North Road, Wrexham Industrial Estate, Wrexham, Clwyd LL13 9UF United Kingdom T: +44 1978 661 261 E: tony.allcock@wockhardt.co.uk W: www.wockhardt.co.uk

We want to discover, develop and successfully market innovative products to prevent and cure diseases, to ease suffering and to enhance the quality of life.

Wockhart UK is a diverse pharmaceutical business, a major supplier of healthcare products to the reatil pharmacy hospital and grocery serctors.

Novartis International AG Martin Kuster P.O. BOX 4002, Basel CH-4002 Switzerland T: +41 61 324 1111 E: martin.kuster@group.novartis.com W: www.novataris.co.uk Novartis is one of the largest and most widely respected pharmaceutical companies in the world. Pfizer Ltd Andy Tait Ramsgate Road, Sandwich, Kent CT13 9NJ. United Kingdom T: +44 1304 616 161 E: a.tait@vet.gla.ac.uk W: www.pfizer.co.uk Pfizer is a leading pharmaceutical company, operating in 180 countries worldwide. We employ over 4,000 staff in the UK, at our Walton Oaks HQ and European R&D HQ at Sandwich in Kent. Pharmorphix Ltd Alan Chorlton 250 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0WE United Kingdom T: +44 1223 425 105 E: alan.chorlton@sial.com W: www.pharmorphix.com Pharmorphix is one of Europe’s leading providers of solid-form research services to the international pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Skye Pharma Tim McBride Business Development Director 105 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NJ United Kingdom T: +44 20 7491 1777 E: ir@skyepharma.com W: www.skyepharma.com SkyePharma is a specialist drug delivery company developing oral and inhalation products.

Process Equipment Supply AM Technology Dr Gilda Gasparini Continuous Reactor Manager The Heath Business & Technical Park, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 4QX United Kingdom T: +44 1928 515 454 E: gilda.gasparini@amtechuk.com W: www.amtechuk.com The Coflore ACR is a flow reactor able to handle multiphase systems for production of, and applications using, nanoparticles for pharma and bio industries. Boulting Bob Bianchi Sales & Marketing Manager Boulting House, Firecrest Court, Centre Park, Warrington, Cheshire WA1 1RG United Kingdom T: +44 1925 446 000 E: bobbianchi@boulting.co.uk W: www.boulting.co.uk The Boulting Group is a leading engineering solutions group providing design, project management, facilities management, installation and maintenance services to some of the world’s largest companies. Buhler Ltd Mr Dave Collins Area Sales Manager 20 Atlantis Avenue, London E16 2BF United Kingdom T: +44 20 7055 6650 E: dave.collins@buhlergroup.com W: www.buhlergroup.com Buhler is a global specialist in the field of plant design and construction and the related services for transforming renewable and synthetic materials into products and valuable substances.

Solvay Dr Eileen Diakun New Business Development Baronet Road, Warrington, Cheshire WA4 6HA United Kingdom T: +44 1925 655 856 E: eileen.diakun@solvay.com W: www.solvay.com

CVT Mr Richard Davis Director of Sales 4 - 6 Carters Lane, Kiln Farm, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK11 3ER United Kingdom T: +44 1908 563 267 E: sales@cvt.ltd.uk W: www.cvt.ltd.uk

Solvay is an international industrial group active in Chemistry. It is focused on three sectors of activity: Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals and Plastics.

Our extensive manufacturing facility features state of the art CNC machining, TIG welding, UHV cleaning and electrical / electronics wiring, assembly and test for integrated systems.

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ELGA Process Water Mark dyson Marlow International Parkway, Marlow, Buckinghamshire SL7 1YL United Kingdom T: +44 1628 897 000 W: www.elgaprocesswater.com ELGA Process Water specialises in delivering process water systems and service for the industrial, pharmaceutical, scientific and healthcare sectors. Euromould Ltd Mr Richard Powell Managing Director Unit B, Chiltern Commerce Centre, Asheridge Rd, Chesham, Buckinghamshire HP5 2PY United Kingdom T: +44 1494 778 817 E: richard.powell@euromoulds.co.uk W: www.euromoulds.co.uk Euromould offers a highly skilled team of designers and technicians experienced in producing top quality plastic injection moulds for a wide range of applications. Hosokawa Micron Ltd Professor Iain Crosley Managing Director Rivington Road, Whitehouse Industrial Estate, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 3DS United Kingdom T: +44 1928 755 100 E: icrosley@hmluk.hosokawa.com W: www.hosokawa.co.uk Hosokawa Micron Limited is a member of the Hosokawa Micron Group. Hosokawa Micron UK specialises in Powder and Particle Porcessing Industries Equipment. IDC Cleanrooms Peter McRoberts The Optima Building, S8 Robertson Street, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G2 8DQ United Kingdom T: +44 141 204 2333 E: peter.mcroberts@idc-ch2m.com W: www.idccleanrooms.com IDC is a broadly diversified supplier of facility planning, design, construction, and ongoing supporty services for process-intensive technology industries. Laser Micromachining Limited Dr Nadeem Rizvi Managing director Optic Technium, St Asaph Business Park, St Asaph, Denbighshire LL17 0JD United Kingdom T: +44 1745 535 165 E: n.rizvi@lasermicromachining.com W: www.lasermicromachining.com A provider of high precision laser manufacturing services, Laser Micromachining Limited is a company focussed on helping industry exploit novel uses of lasers for product development and manufacturing. Logitech Limited Mr Graham Stewart European Sales Director Erskine Ferry Road, Old Kilpatrick, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G60 5EU United Kingdom T: +44 1389 804 415 E: info@logitech.uk.com W: www.logitech.uk.com As a global leader in materials processing and surface finishing technology, our lapping and polishing machines allow you to finish any surface to nanometer thicknesses. M-Solv Limited Shelldon Stoute Oxonian Park, Langford Locks, Kidlington, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX5 1FP United Kingdom T: +44 1865 854 864 E: shelldon.stoute@m-solv.com W: www.m-solv.com M-Solv is a global company formed to advance laser micromachining and micro deposition applications. M-Solv performs application specific process research, design, engineering and manufacture for micron scale ablative machining and other specialised functional materials processes.

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Millipore Adrian Birkett Senior Manager 3/5 Building 6, Croxley Green Business Park, Oxford, Watford, Hertfordshire WD1 8YH United Kingdom T: +44 870 900 4645 E: adrian_birkett@millipore.com W: www.millipore.com As scientists and engineers pioneering new cures to mankinds most challenging health issues, you rely on Millipore as a trusted partner who for more than 50 years has supported you with a continuum of cutting edge tools, technologies and application sloutions to ensure success in your research, development and production. Rainford Precision Machines Ltd Mr Arthur Turner Managing Director Pasture Lane Business Centre, Rainford, St Helens, Merseyside WA11 8PU United Kingdom T: +44 1744 889 726 E: sales@rainfordprecision.com W: www.rainfordprecision.com To produce features on components to a very demanding accuracy, tolerance and surface finish has always created interest with customers who want to push the boundaries in their industry. RTS Flexible Systems Martin Williams Sales Manager Irlam, Irlam, Manchester M44 5AY United Kingdom T: +44 161 777 2000 E: flexible.info@rts-group.com W: www.rtsflexible.com Our automation solutions are tailored to the needs of a wide range of industry sectors from customer goods, packaging, food manufacture and bakery to nuclear and defence. Saffron Scientific Equipment Ltd Mr Andrew Hillam Project Manager Knaresborough Technology Park, Manse Lane, Knarsborough, North Yorkshire HG5 8LF United Kingdom T: +44 1423 796 138 E: andrew.hillam@saffron-uk.com W: www.saffron-uk.com Saffron specialises in the design, development and manufacture of gloveboxes, dry anaerobic gloveboxes and bespoke containment systems for the storage, handling and processing of hazardous and toxic substances. Scanwel Ltd Dr. Ian Owen Managing Director The Old School, Llandderfel, Bala, Gwynedd LL23 7HW United Kingdom T: +44 1678 530 281 E: iano@scanwel.co.uk W: www.scanwel.co.uk We provide a rapid response service to the rapidly expanding market in high vacuum fittings and fabrication. Ultra Precision and Structured Surfaces Sean Amos Business Development Manager OpTIC Technium, St Asaph, Clwyd LL17 0JD United Kingdom T: +44 1745 535 141 E: s.amos@ups2.co.uk W: www.ups2.co.uk Ultra precision and structured surfaces (UPS2) designs and produces ultra precise, complex and structured surfaces in a range of substances- from glass to ceramics

Process Plant Atlas Clean Air Limited Paul Riley Director 5 Carrside, Lomeshaye Industrial Estate, Nelson, Lancashire BB9 6RX United Kingdom T: +44 1282 447 666 E: info@atlascleanair.com W: www.atlascleanair.com Atlas Clean Air has established a global reputation in the design, supply and validation of controlled clean air environments to the highest quality standards. Atlas Copco Compressors Mr John Forman Business Development Manager Swallowdale Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP2 7HA United Kingdom T: +44 1442 261 201 E: john.forman@uk.atlascopco.com W: www.atlascopco.co.uk Atlas copco is the world leader in compressed air and gas equipment, generators, construction and mining equipment, industrial tools and assembly systems. Aviza Technology Limited Mr Keith Buchanan Ringland Way, Newport, Gwent NP18 2TA United Kingdom T: +44 1633 414 000 E: keith.buchanan@avizatechnology.com W: www.avizatechnology.com Aviza Technology, Inc. designs, manufactures, sells and supports advanced semiconductor capital equipment and process technologies for the global semiconductor industry and related markets. Basan UK Ltd Russ Bird MD Units 2-3, Newton Court, Rankin Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 8GF United Kingdom T: +44 1256 364 711 E: info@basan.co.uk W: www.basan.com The Basan Group is one of the leading distributors of products and product related services for cleanrooms in europe & asia. Bioquell UK Ltd Stuart Paterson Sales Manager 52 Royce Close, West Portway, Andover, Hampshire SP10 3TS United Kingdom T: +44 1264 835 835 E: stuart.patterson@bioquell.com W: www.bioquell.com Bioquell are world leaders in providing hydrogen peroxide decontamination equipment and services into the healthcare, life sciences, food production and defence sectors. CB Contract Chemicals Mr Les Brown Technical Director Codbeck Estate, Dalton Lane, Thirsk, North Yorkshire YO7 3HR United Kingdom T: +44 1845 577 117 E: lesb@cbchem.co.uk W: www.cbchem.co.uk CB Contract Chemicals, specialises in a range of processes and manufacturing services, all delivered with the personal touch. CH2M HILL Mr Ian Tonge Business Development Manager Optima Building, Level 1 North, 58 Robertson Street, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G2 8DU United Kingdom T: +44 7753 771 498 E: ian.tonge@ch2m.com W: www.ch2m.com CH2M HILL is a global leader in providing engineering, construction, and programme management services around the world.

Coperion Waeschle GmbH & Co KG Walter Bjoern Niederbieger Str. 9, Weingarten D-88250 Germany T: +49 751 4080 E: bjoern.walter@coperion.com W: www.coperion.com For the market we manufacture machinery and plants. For our customers we are a reliable partner. We design machinery and plants for the plastics, chemical, food and aluminium industries. CPS Instruments Europe Marc Steinmetz CPS Instruments Europe, De Kreek 20a, Oosterhout NL-4906 BB Netherlands T: +31 16 246 0404 E: steinmetz@cpsinstruments.eu W: www.cpsinstruments.eu CPS Instruments - Worlds leading Disc Centrifuge Manufacturer. European Process Safety Centre Mr Lee Allford Operations Manager 165-189 Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 3HQ United Kingdom T: +44 1788 534 409 E: lallford-epsc@icheme.org.uk W: www.epsc.org European Process Safety Centre is an international industry-funded organisation which provides an independent technical focus for process safety in Europe. First Nano Yi Tu 1860 Smithtown Avenue, Ronkonkama, New York, New York NY 11779 United States of America T: +1 631 981 7081 E: yi.tu@firstnano.com W: www.firstnano.com First Nano specializes in the manufacture of innovative, high quality process equipment suitable for the synthesis of a variety of onedimensional nanostructures and nanomaterials. Guardline Technology Ltd Mr Mark Wheeler Project Manager Units 22-24, Brunel Way, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1HP United Kingdom T: +44 1842 822 150 E: m.wheeler@theguardlinegroup.com W: www.guardlinegroup.com Europeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading single source supplier of cleanroom products & services including, garments, laundry, wipes, gloves, stationery, and cleaning products, etc. IDB Technologies Ltd Mr Ian Burnett Managing Director 91 Corsham Road, Whitley, Wiltshire SN12 8QF United Kingdom T: +44 1934 842 907 E: ian@idbtechnologies.co.uk W: www.idbtechnologies.co.uk IDB Technologies has for over 10 years been a specialist supplier of equipment and materials for semi-conductor and related technologies, research and development and low volume manufacturing. JPSA Adrian Baughan 5 Woodlands, Freeland, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 8HD United Kingdom T: +44 1993 882 377 E: abaughan@jpsalaser.com W: www.jpsalaser.com JPSA provides state-of-the-art excimer and diode pumped solid state (DPSS) industrial laser machining systems that operate art wavelengths of 157nm to 1,064nm.

Uniqsis Ltd Martyn Fordham Chief Executive Officer 29 Station Rd, Shepreth, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire SG8 6GB United Kingdom T: +44 845 864 7747 E: martyn.fordham@uniqsis.com W: www.uniqsis.com

Connect 2 Cleanrooms Ltd Joe Govier Managing Director Unit 2, Kirkby Lonsdale Business Park, Business Park, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria LA6 2HH United Kingdom T: +44 1524 274 170 E: joe.govier@connect2cleanrooms.com W: www.connect2cleanrooms.com

Lasers Are Us Mr Simon Lau Director Unit 3 Plot 11, Village Farm Industrial Estate, Pyle, Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan CF33 6NU United Kingdom T: +44 1656 745 090 E: simon@lasersareus.com W: www.lasersareus.com

Uniqsis aim is to develop innovative flow chemistry products for customers in both the research and biopharmaceutical sector.

We design and manufacture each clean room enclosure in purpose built UK facilities located on the doorstep of the Lake District National Park.

We are the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier laser company specialising in laser marking, laser engraving, and low power laser cutting.

Sponsored by... Loadpoint John Sweet Director Chelworth IE, Cricklade, Swindon, Wiltshire SN6 6HE United Kingdom T: +44 1793 751 160 E: john.sweet@loadpoint.co.uk W: www.loadpoint.co.uk Loadpoint develop, manufacture and supply high precision dicing machines and machining systems. Maelstrom APT Ltd. Mr Peter Brown Managing Director First Floor, 59-61 High Street West, Glossop, Derbyshire SK13 8AZ United Kingdom T: +44 1457 867 777 E: peter.brown@maelstrom-apt.com W: www.maelstrom-apt.com Maelstrom provides high performance fluid mixing and related equipment to process industries worldwide. Fluid mixing is at the core of many industrial processes related to the prduction of intermediate or final fluid products. Megatech Limited Mr Alan Hasell Sales Engineer Littleton Drive, Huntington, Cannock, Staffordshire WS12 4TS United Kingdom T: +44 1543 500 044 E: alanh@megatechlimited.co.uk W: www.megatechlimited.co.uk Megatech Limited supplies equipment, services and consumables for the semiconductor and thin film industries. We provide the technology and services that enable our customers to achieve their goals and solve problems. Membrane Extraction Technology Muriel Unit 8 Wharfside, Rosemont Road, Wembley, Middlesex HA0 4PE United Kingdom T: +44 20 8902 0040 E: info@membrane-extraction-technology.com W: www.membrane-extraction-technology.com Membrane Extraction Technology is a specialist separation process development business. Merit Process Engineering Limited Chris Berriman 3 Silverton Court, Northumberland Business Park, Cramlington, Northumberland NE23 7RY United Kingdom T: +44 845 302 6699 E: chris.berriman@meritpe.co.uk W: www.meritpe.co.uk Merit are an Installation, Engineering and Facility Management company focused on high technology and complex industrial market sectors including, Semiconductor, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Healthcare. Micromech Ltd Mr Trevor De Wilde Director Units 5 to 8 Chilford Court, Rayne Road, Braintree, Essex CM7 2QS United Kingdom T: +44 1376 333 333 E: tdewilde@micromech.co.uk W: www.micromech.com Micromech are the UK leading experts in positioning and speed control supplying a wide range of motion control products plus associated equipment to industry, research, defence and manufacturing. Micronz LLP Mr Mark Maurice Director Inglewood, Alltami Road, Buckley, Flintshire CH7 3PG United Kingdom T: +44 1244 544 448 E: mark@micronz.com W: www.micronz.com Micronz LLP was founded in 2000 with the aim to promote and supply state of art swiss and german cnc grinding machines with latest precision machining process to the british manufacturing industry. Netzsch Mastermix Ltd David Tomlinson 23 Lombard Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS 13 6DP United Kingdom T: +44 1543 418 938 E: david.tomlinson@nmx.netzsch.com W: www.netzsch-grinding.com The Business Unit “Grinding & Dispersing” of NETZSCH is one of the world’s market leaders in wet and dry processing technology offering an extensive range of products from laboratory to production sized machines and complete plants.

OpTek Systems Dr Giddion Foster-Turner Sales Manager Unit 14, Blacklands Way, Abingdon Business Park, Abingdon, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX14 1DY United Kingdom T: +44 1235 539 182 E: giddion.Foster-turner@optek.co.uk W: www.opteksystems.com OpTek is a leading supplier of productionline laser processing tools. OpTek also operates an efficient and responsive contract machining service. Orion Automation Ltd Dan Maynard Director 1 High Street, Alconbury, Weston, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 4JP United Kingdom T: +44 1480 890 347 E: danmaynard@orionautomation.co.uk W: www.orionautomation.co.uk Orion automation, based near huntingdon on the edge of the cambridge technology cluster, provides high performance automated vision systems for solving complex manufacturing problems. ORLIN Technologies Martin Bell Technical Sales Manager 50 Station Road, Ridgmont, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK43 0UH United Kingdom T: +44 1525 306 100 E: martin.bell@orlin.co.uk W: www.orlin.co.uk ORLIN Technologies Ltd specialises in precision motion control, micro/nanopositioning solutions and related products for science and industry. Phoenix Scientific Industries Ltd Mr William G Hopkins Director 15 Apex Business Park, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 3JU United Kingdom T: +44 1323 449 001 E: info@psiltd.co.uk W: www.psiltd.co.uk Phoenix Scientific Industries (PSI) Limited designs, manufactures and installs capital equipment, with project values generally falling in the range £50k to £2M and involving small R&D systems up to turnkey production plant. PSI is best known for its activities in gas atomization for the production of metal powders and in particular, close-coupled atomization for very fine powder manufacture. Rofin-Baasel UK Ltd Mr Dave Maclellan Sales Manager Sopwith Way, Daventry, Daventry, Northamptonshire NN11 8PB United Kingdom T: +44 870 990 1020 E: dmaclellan@rofin-baasel.co.uk W: www.rofin.co.uk ROFIN has dedicated itself to becoming one of the leading manufacturers of laser sources and laser-based solutions for industrial material processing. Rondol Technology Ltd Martin France Commercial Manager Innovation Way, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST6 4BF United Kingdom T: +44 1782 829 800 E: martin@rondol.com W: www.rondol.com RONDOL is a niche technology company providing energy saving solutions to the plastics processing industries. Safelab Systems Ltd Mrs Sharon Shortman Marketing Administrator Unit 29, Linx Crescent, Weston Super Mare, Somerset BS24 9BP United Kingdom T: +44 870 240 2273 E: s.shortman@safelab.co.uk W: www.safelab.co.uk Safelab Systems Ltd are expert in the manufacture and supply of high quality, reliable fume cupboards.

Sirus Microtech Ltd Alan Waterman-Smith Managing Director Unit 2, Greenham Business Park, Wellington, Somerset TA21 0LR United Kingdom T: +44 1823 660 665 E: sales@sirus-microtech.com W: www.sirus-microtech.com

Lancet Richard Clarke 32 Jamestown Road, London NW1 7BY United Kingdom T: +44 20 7424 4973 E: lancet-ads@elsevier.com W: www.thelancet.com

Sirus provide a wide range of “Controlled Environment Solutions”. These environments provide protection against particles, moisture and humidity.

The Lancet’s prestigious heritage as one of the world’s leading medical journals continues to inspire our authors and editors today as they strive for medical excellence in all that they publish.

Syrris Ltd Mark Gilligan Managing Director 27 Jarman Way, Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 5HW United Kingdom T: +44 1763 242 555 E: mark.gilligan@syrris.com W: www.syrris.com

Materials World Magazine Mr Gary Price Editorial Assistant 1 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5DB United Kingdom T: +44 20 7451 7314 E: gary.price@iom3.org W: www.iom3.org

Syrris creates automated products for research and development chemists and is a world leader in flow chemistry, microreactor and automation technology.

Welcome to the Institute Of Materials, Minerals and Miming, the global network for professionals in the materials cycle.

Thames Cryogenics Ltd Mr David Cook Sales Manager Gooch Drive, Southmead Industrial Park, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 7PR United Kingdom T: +44 1235 815 777 E: davidc@thamescryogenics.com W: www.thamescryogenics.com Thames Cyrogenics Ltd are a world leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of cyrogenic storage and distribution equipment Willy A. Bachofen UK Limited Timothy Mangan Sales Manager 4 Brownfields Court, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 1AJ United Kingdom T: +44 1782 625 500 E: t.mangan@wab.uk.com W: www.wab.uk.com For many decades, WAB has been the undisputed specialist in milling and dispersion

Publishing Artech House Ms Penelope Comans Assistant Editor 16 Sussex Street, London SW1 1AH United Kingdom T: +44 20 7596 8750 E: pcomans@artechhouse.co.uk W: www.artechhouse.com A leading technical book publisher, Artech House provides today’s professionals and students with cutting-edge books and software from the world’s top authorities. Environmental Data Services (ENDS) Roz Bulleid 11-17 Wolverton Gardens, London W6 7DY United Kingdom T: +44 20 8267 8123 E: news@ends.co.uk W: www.endsreport.com ENDS Report is the leading monthly journal for environmental policy and business in the UK. It offers analytical coverage of the latest legislative developments, scientific research, official reports and environmental initiatives driving change and innovation in the public and private sectors. European Plastics News David Vink Berliner Strasse 78, Mettmann D-40822 Germany T: +49 210 482 532 E: david.vink@web.de W: www.europeanplasticsnews.com EPN is the leading European plastics magazine and the only one with a genuinely pan-European readership.

Nano Magazine Ottilia Saxl Chief Executive Officer 6 The Alpha Centre, Stirling University Innovation Centre, Stirling, Stirling FK9 4NF United Kingdom T: +44 1786 447 520 E: ottilia.saxl@nano.org.uk W: www.nano.org.uk Distribute a magazine called nanomagazine all over the local community and to regulary buyers. Nanotech Week Pamela Earl Nano Science and Technology Institute, One Kendall Square, PMB 308, Cambridge, Massachusetts MA 02139 United States of America T: +1 508 357 2925 W: www.nsti.org NSTI advances and integrates nano and other advanced technologies through education, conventions, business publishing, and research services Nanotechnology World (IM Publications) Mr Ian Michael Owner 6 Charlton Mill, Charlton, Chichester, West sussex PO18 0HY United Kingdom T: +44 1243 811 334 E: im@impublications.co.uk W: www.impublications.com IM Publications is a niche publisher, specialising in analytical chemistry. We offer high quality science at a fair price through our books and periodicals. Rapid News Publications plc Christopher Young Managing Director Unit 2, Chester, Cheshire CH3 9GA United Kingdom T: +44 1829 770 037 E: chris@rapidnews.com W: www.rapidnews.com Our strategy is to deliver a complete media communications solution for companies operating in the engineering. Spark Magazine Tokyo Shioya St Ives House, Lavington Street, London SE1 0NX United Kingdom T: +44 20 7928 8844 E: tokyo@burrups.co.jp W: www.st-ives.co.uk St Ives is a unique group of market-leading companies that combine to provide the UK’s most diverse range of marketing, print and display services.

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Journal of Bionanotechnology Mikhail Soloviev Editor in Chief BioMed Central Ltd, Floor 6, 236 Gray’s Inn Road, London WC1X 8HL United Kingdom T: +44 20 3192 2009 E: mikhail.soloviev@rhul.ac.uk W: www.jnanobiotechnology.com

Aston Science Park Mr Matthew Hidderley Marketing & Sales Manager Faraday Wharf, Holt Street, Aston Science Park, Birmingham, West Midlands B7 4BB United Kingdom T: +44 121 260 6168 E: matthewh@astonsciencepark.co.uk W: www.astonsciencepark.co.uk

Journal of Nanobiotechnology is an open access, peer-reviewed, on-line journal describing scientific and technological advances in the fields of medical, biological and nanoscale sciences.

Aston Science Park, was founded in 1982 and has been one of the premier science parks in the UK ever since. Now, in 2009, the park has been rebranded, providing a clear statement of its intent to drive its new strategy.

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The Bavarian Research Alliance is a leading nonprofit society to promote science and innovation facility in Bavarian ERA Europe.

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Cietec-IK4 Iraida Loinaz Pº Miramón 196, Donostia, San Sebastian E-20009 Spain T: +34 94330 9022 E: iloinaz@cidetec.es W: www.cidetec.es Research Alliance. Commissariat a l’Energie Atomique (CEA) - Grenoble Vincent Artero Centre d’études de Grenobl, 17, rue des Martyrs, Grenoble Cedex 09 F-38054 France T: +33 43878 4400 E: Vincent.Artero@cea.fr W: www.cea.fr CEA is a French government-funded technological research organisation. CORDIS Nina Chakrabarti Rue Montoyer, 40, Brussels B-1000 Belgium T: +32 2238 1789 E: n.chakrabarti@cordis.europa.eu W: www.intrasoft-intl.com Leading European company in the area of Information and Communication Technology Services. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research Uma Tandon Anusandhan Bhawan, 2 Rafi Marg, New Delhi IND-110001 India T: +91 112 373 7889 E: tandonus@yahoo.com W: www.csir.res.in Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. CSIR Lukas Roux Meiring Naude Road, PO Box 395, Brummeria, Pretoria 1 ZA-0001 South Africa T: +27 12 841 2911 E: callcentre@csir.co.za W: www.csir.co.za The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in South Africa is one of the leading scientific and technology research, development and implementation organisations in Africa. It undertakes directed research and development for socio-economic growth. CSIRO Gavin Collis Locked Bag 10, Clayton South VIC, Melbourne, Victoria AUS-3169 Australia T: +61 395 452 176 E: Enquiries@csiro.au W: www.csiro.au CSIRO (The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) is Australia’s national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world. Daresbury Laboratory (STFC) Robert Barber Daresbury Science & Innovation Campus, Warrington, Cheshire WA4 4AD United Kingdom T: +44 1925 603 000 E: r.w.barber@dl.ac.uk W: www.srs.ac.uk STFC makes strategic investments to support world leading science and technology for the UK. Diamond Light Source Sara Fletcher Web and Information Manager Diamond House, Chilton, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 0DE United Kingdom T: +44 1235 778 554 E: sara.fletcher@diamond.ac.uk W: www.diamond.ac.uk Diamond light source is the UK national synchroton facility. It generates brilliant beams of light, from infra-red to x-rays, which are used in a wide range of applications.

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ETH Zurich Christiane Lorenz Main Building, Rämistrasse 101, Zurich CH-8092 Switzerland T: +41 44 633 4387 E: christiane.lorenz@chem.ethz.ch W: www.ethz.ch ETH Zurich is a science and technology university with an outstanding research record. Fraunhofer - Institut für Arbeitswirtschaft und Organisation (IAO) Daniel Heubach Nobelstraße 12, Stuttgart D-70569 Germany T: +49 711 9700 E: presse@iao.fraunhofer.de W: www.iao.fraunhofer.de The activities of the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO focus on investigation of current topics in the field of technology management. Fraunhofer - Institut für Produktionsanlagen und Konstruktionstechnik (IPK) Dirk Oberschmidt Pascalstrasse 8-9, Berlin D-10587 Germany T: +49 303 142 2781 E: dirk.oberschmidt@ipk.fraunhofer.de W: www.ipk.fraunhofer.de The Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology IPK in Berlin. Fraunhofer - Institut für Produktionstechnik und Automatisierung (IPA) Dirk Schlenker Nobelstrabe 12, Postfach 800469, Stuttgart D-70504 Germany T: +49 711 970 1508 E: drs@ipa.fhg.de W: www.ipa.fhg.de The Fraunhofer Institute of technology and automation IPA in Stuttgart GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH Dr Birgitta Schiedt Planckstraße 1, Postfach 11 05 52, Darmstadt D-64220 Germany T: +49 615 971 2785 E: B.Schiedt@gsi.de W: www.gsi.de GSI operates a large, in many aspects worldwide unique accelerator facility for heavy-ion beams. Researchers from around the world use the facility for experiments that help point the way to new and fascinating discoveries in basic research. Hahn Meitner Institut Berlin GmbH HMI Dr Matthias Junghanel Glienicker road 100, Berlin D-14109 Germany T: +49 372 116 10022 E: junghaenel@hmi.de W: www.hmi.de The Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin (HZB) operates two scientific large scale facilities for investigating the structure and function of matter INP Volker Brüser Felix - Hausdorff - St 2, Greifswald D-17489 Germany T: +49 383 455 4413 E: brueser@inp-greifswald.de W: www.inp-greifswald.de The Leibniz Institute for plasma science and technology (INP Greifswald e.v.) is the largest non-university institute in the area of low temperature plasma in Europe, including their basic research and technical applications.

Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis (ITAS), Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe Torsten Fleischer Postfach 3640, Karlsruhe D-76021 Germany T: +49 724 782 4571 E: fleischer@itas.fzk.de W: www.itas.fzk.de ITAS creates and communicates knowledge on the impacts of human action and their evaluation in view of the development and use of new technologies. Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology Dominik Wyszynski Wroclawska 37A, Krakow PL-30-011 Poland T: +48 126 317 333 E: dwyszyns@ios.krakow.pl W: www.ios.krakow.pl IAMT specializes in problems of technology and techniques of metal cutting, abrasive machining, unconventional methods of machining, technical metrology, automation of manufacturing and assembly processes. Lairside Laser Engineering Centre Dr Eamonn Fearon Centre Manager Campbeltown Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside CH41 9HP United Kingdom T: +44 151 650 2305 E: fearon@liverpool.ac.uk W: www.lasers.org.uk The Laser Eye Group is the UK’s largest University based research group in laser materials processing. London Centre for Nanotechnology Rosie Baverstock-West 17-19 Gordon Street, London WC1H 0AH United Kingdom T: +44 20 7679 0574 E: r.baverstock-west@ucl.ac.uk W: www.london-nano.ucl.ac.uk The London Centre for Nanotechnology, LCN, is a UK based multidisciplinary enterprise operating at the forefront of science and technology. LUX Innovate Ltd Dr Emma Perfect Director Unit 5.3, Research Avenue South, Heriot Watt Research Park, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH14 4AP United Kingdom T: +44 1315 167 290 E: contact@luxinnovate.com W: www.luxinnovate.com Lux Innovative - a technology development house with partners in the oil and gas industry. Manchester Interdisciplinary Biocentre Dr Philip Day Principal Investigator University of Manchester, 131 Princess Street, Manchester M1 7DN United Kingdom T: +44 161 275 1621 E: Philip.J.Day@manchester.ac.uk W: www.mib.ac.uk The MIB promotes interdisciplinary, challengeoriented bioscience and biotechnology at the highest international level. Manufacturing Engineering Centre (MEC) Dr Robert Hoyle Business Development Manager Queen’s Buildings, The Parade, Newport Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF24 3AA United Kingdom T: +44 29 2087 0018 E: hoyler@cardiff.ac.uk W: www.mec.cf.ac.uk We offer a professional and efficient ISO 9001-accredited service providing rapid prototyping (SLS, SLA, FDM, casting), tooling and micro/nanofabrication (EDM, wire EDM, milling, laser ablation, FIB machining/deposition, hot embossing, injection moulding, nanoimprinting) to companies in the UK and beyond Marinetech Southeast Mr Simon Powell Project Manager Chilworth Business Incubator, 2 Venture Road, Southampton Science Park, Southampton, Hampshire SO16 7NP United Kingdom T: +44 23 8011 1592 E: projects@marinetech.co.uk W: www.marinetech.co.uk Marinetech exists to promote world-class maritime research and innovation, through effective collaboration between industry and the science and engineering base.

METRC Mr Simon Butler Business Development Manager Dainton Building, Brook Hill, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S3 7HF United Kingdom T: +44 114 222 9450 E: simon.butler@sheffield.ac.uk W: www.molecularengineering.co.uk Metrc is a virtual lab, specialising in soft nanotechnology research and applying this to industry. We pool expertise from leading research centres at universities across the North of England to help you develop innovative new products and processes. Microbridge Services Ltd Dr Robert Hoyle Business Development Manager C/o The MEC, Cardiff University, Newport Road, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF24 3AA United Kingdom T: +44 29 2087 0018 E: hoyler@cardiff.ac.uk W: www.microbridge.org.uk We are a team of engineers and technical specialists who are making things smaller. Initially funded by the Technology Strategy Board, Welsh Assembly Government and industry, our aim is to promote and transfer the new technologies for the enhancement of micro and nano manufacturing capabilities across the UK, Europe and word-wide. Nanofactory Dr Sean Kelly Business Development Manager Houldsworth Building, University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 9JT United Kingdom T: +44 113 343 2571 E: s.m.kelly@leeds.ac.uk W: www.nanofactory.org.uk Nanofactory helps accelerate innovation and create commercial opportunities in micro & nano technologies by leveraging the worldclass expertise offered by the Universities and businesses in the United Kingdom’s Yorkshire & Humber region. National Physical Laboratory Prof Richard Leach Principal Research Scientist Hampton Road, Teddington, Middlesex TW11 0LW United Kingdom T: +44 20 8943 6880 E: richard.leach@npl.co.uk W: www.npl.co.uk Is a world leading centre of excellence in developing and applying the most accurate measurement standards, science and technology. National Research Council of Canada Evgueni Bordatchev 1200 Montreal Road Bldg. M-58, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R6 Canada T: +1 613 993 9101 E: evgueni.bordatchev@nrc.gc.ca W: www.nrc.gc.ca The National Research Council (NRC) is the Government of Canada’s premier organization for research and development. National Science and Technology Development Agency Chaiyuth Sae-Kung 111 Thailand Science Park, Phahonyothin Road, Klong 1, Pathumthani, Bangkok T-12120 Thailand T: +66 256 470 00 E: info@nstda.or.th W: www.nstda.or.th NSTDA: a driving force for national science and technology capacity Natural History Museum Agnieszka Dybowska Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD United Kingdom T: +44 20 7942 5000 E: a.dybowska@nhm.ac.uk W: www.nhm.ac.uk Our mission is to maintain and develop our collections, and use them to promote the discovery, understanding, responsible use and enjoyment of the natural world.

Sponsored by... Northumbria University Prof Alistair Sambell Computing and Engineering Pandon Building, Camden Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE2 1XE United Kingdom T: +44 191 227 4621 E: a.sambell@northumbria.ac.uk W: www.northumbria.ac.uk Northumbria University is an expanding multicultural learning community, with excellent links with further and higher education, industry and commerce throughout the UK, Europe and beyond. Research Institute for Industry Dr Mohamed Torbati University Road, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire SO17 1BJ United Kingdom T: +44 23 8059 7052 E: rifi@soton.ac.uk W: www.rifi.soton.ac.uk The Research Institute for Industry, RLFL, is a cutting edge applied research organisation able to support collaboration with industry in the specialist fields of engineering. STFC Innovations Ltd John Bancroft Head of Business Development Daresbury Laboratory, Daresbury, Warrington, Cheshire WA4 4AD United Kingdom T: +44 1925 603 148 E: john.bancroft@stfc.ac.uk W: www.stfcinnovations.co.uk The role of STFC Innovations is to support STFC by identifying and brokering deals that exploit STFC’s IP through spinouts and license agreements

Raw Materials and Components Air Liquide UK Ltd Samantha Hughes Product & Market Manager Station Road, Coleshill, Birmingham, West Midlands B46 1JY United Kingdom T: +44 1675 462 424 E: samantha.hughes@airliquide.com W: www.airliquide.com Air Liquide is the world leader in gases for industry health and the environment. BASF Aktiengesellschaft Dr Uwe Vagt New Business Development Carl-Bosch-Straße 38., Ludwigshafen D-67056 Germany T: +49 621 6004 6816 E: uwe.vagt@basf.com W: www.basf.com BASF Companies supply raw materials to most industries in the UK and Ireland. Annual sales to UK customers in 2008 were more than 1.5 billion euro’s. BOC Mike Huggon Managing Director The Priestley Centre, 10 Priestley Road, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XY United Kingdom T: +44 1483 244 340 E: mike.huggon@boc.com W: www.boc.com We operate in over thirty countries. Our product range of gases and associated equipment and services is huge. Our customers are diverse - ranging from steelmakers to hospitals, research scientists, publicans and people wanting helium balloons for a private party.

Surrey Ion Beam Centre Prof Roger Webb Director Advanced Technology Institute, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH United Kingdom T: +44 1483 689 830 E: R.Webb@ee.surrey.ac.uk W: www.ionbeamcentre.co.uk

Ciba Specialty Chemicals PLC Christian Cremer Köchlinstrasse 1, Grezach-Wyhlen D-79639 Germany T: +49 762 4120 W: www.basf.com

The IBC aims to promote and facilitate world class research in the field of ion beam applications for the Uk academic and industrial communities. The IBC allows users to undertake a wide variety of research using ion implantation, ion beam analysis (IBA) and microbeam analysis.

Clariant International Ltd Ralf Duempelmann Rothausstrasse 61, Muttenz 1 CH-4132 Switzerland T: +41 61 469 5111 E: ralf.duempelmann@clariant.com W: www.clariant.ch

TNO-Science and Industry Hartmut Fischer Materials Technology, De Rondom 1, Post Bus 6235, Eindhoven NL-5600 HE Netherlands T: +31 40 265 0151 E: hartmut.fischer@tno.nl W: www.tno.nl TNO is an independent research organisation whose expertise and research make an important contribution to the competitiveness of companies and organisations, to the economy and to the quality of society as a whole. TUV NEL Ltd Alistair McGibbon Napier Building, Scottish Enterprise Technology Park, East Kilbride, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G75 0QF United Kingdom T: +44 1355 593 796 E: amcgibbon@tuvnel.com W: www.tuvnel.com TUV NEL is a world leader provider of knowledge consulting, research, test and programme management services to the private and public sectors. York Innovation Center Maggie McGowan Business Development Manager Entrprise amd Innovation office, The Innovation Center, York Sacience Park, York, North Yorkshire YO10 5DG United Kingdom T: +44 1904 435 286 E: mm721@york.ac.uk W: www.york.ac.uk/enterprise/eio We work at the interface between the academic community at york and external collaborations in both the public and private sectors.

BASF is the world’s leading chemical company.

Clariant is a world leader is speciality chemicals, represented on 5 continents by over 100 group companies. Gelest Ltd Mr Mike Armstrong Marketing Director 46 Pickering Street, Maidstone, Kent ME15 9RR United Kingdom T: +44 1622 741 115 E: marmstrong@gelest.com W: www.gelest.com Gelest are known as the world wide leader and innovator in materials science and technology. Gelest manufactures and provides silane, silicone and metal-organic compounds serving advanced technology markets through a customer driven approach. Goodfellow Cambridge Ltd. Mr Paul Everitt Business Development Manager Ermine Business Park, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE29 6WR United Kingdom T: +44 1480 424 800 E: everitt@goodfellow.com W: www.goodfellow.com Goodfellow supplies pure metals, alloys, ceramics, polymers, and composites as discs, sheets, foils, films, lump, powder, rods, wires, tubes etc. To the research (R&D) and industrial markets. Huntsman Tioxide Europe Limited Dr Tony Jones R and D Manager Haverton Hill Road, Billingham TS23 1PS United Kingdom T: +44 1642 376 641 E: anthony_g_jones@huntsman.com W: www.huntsman.com Huntsman is a global manufacturer of titanium dioxide pigments.

Ineos Claude Dequatre Avenue de la Bienfaisance, BP6, Lavera F-13117 France T: +33 32177 3283 E: claude.dequatre@ineos.com W: www.ineos.com

Sibelco Europe Ruth Lodge De Zate 1, Dessel B-2480 Belgium T: +32 1483 7211 E: Ruth.lodge@sibelco.com W: www.sibelco.com

INEOS is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, specialty chemicals and oil products. It comprises 17 businesses each with a major chemical company heritage.

Sibelco is the undisputed market leader in terms of extraction, production and distribution of the five major minerals for industrial use: quartz, cristobalite, nepheline, plastic clay and olivine.

James Robinson Ltd. Alan Heeley Hillhouse Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD1 6BU United Kingdom T: +44 1484 320 337 E: alan.heeley@james-robinson.ltd.uk W: www.james-robinson.ltd.uk

Sibelco UK Limited Rob Sproston Communications Manager Brookside Hall, Sandbach, Cheshire CW11 4TF United Kingdom T: +44 1270 752 752 E: rob.sproston@sibelco.com W: www.sibelo.co.uk

James Robinson is an international manufacturer and supplier of speciality chemicals, with operating facilities in the UK and India.

We provide advanced industrial minerals to customers throughout the world across a broad range of industries including ceramics, glass, foundry, sports and leisure and paper.

Lubrizol Limited Mr David Cartridge Technical Market Manager PO Box 42, Hexagon Tower, Blackley, Manchester M9 8ZS United Kingdom T: +44 161 721 2269 E: david.cartridge@lubrizol.com W: www.lubrizol.com

Tronox Pigments GmbH Frank Hipler R & D Manager Rheinuferstrasse 7-9 Gebaude R 54, Krefeld D-47829 Germany T: +49 215 1479 73000 E: frank.hipler@tronox.com W: www.tronox.com

Our engineers and chemists not only develop products, but improve upon existing ones in order to best fit the needs of our customers.

Tronox Incorporated, the world’s third-largest producer and marketer of titanium dioxide pigment, holds a 12% market share and serves customers in 100 countries.

Metal Nanopowders Ltd Dr Isaac Chang Director Department of Metallurgy and Materials, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands B15 2TT United Kingdom T: +44 121 414 5167 E: mnpl@metalnanopowders.com W: www.metalnanopowders.com Metal Nanopowders Ltd, a spin-off from the University of Birmingham, is dedicated to the sub-100nm scale. Millennium Chemicals Dr Robert McIntyre Director Laporte Road, Stallingborough, Grimsby, Lincolnshire DN40 2PR United Kingdom T: +44 1469 571 000 E: robert.mcintyre@cristalglobal.com W: www.cristalglobal.com Cristal Global is the seoncd largest titanium dioxide producer in the world, the largest producer of merchant titanium chemicals, and the leading manufacturer of speciality titanium products. Nanogap sub nm powders S.A. Dr Allen Reid Executive Director C/ Xesta, no 78-A2, Milladoiro, A Coruna E-15895 Spain T: +34 98152 3897 E: a.reid@nanogap.es W: www.nanogap.es Nanogap manufactures a broad range of fully dispersed metal & metal oxide nanomaterials from sub-nanometre atomic quantum clusters with unique properties. Rohm and Haas France Bernard Lestarquit 371 Rue L.V. Beethoven, Sophia Antipolis, Valbonne F-06560 France T: +33 49395 5353 E: blestarquit@dow.com W: www.rohmhaas.com At Rohm and Haas, we apply a deep understanding of our customers’ businesses to deliver the right technology at the right time. Sachtleben Chemie GmbH Jurgen Bettenbuhl Postfach 17 04 54, Duisburg D-47184 Germany T: +49 206 622 2626 E: j.bettenbuehl@sachtleben.de W: www.sachtleben.de Sachtleben is a leading manufacturer of top-quality chemical products with a unique range of white pigments and extenders.

WR Grace Italiana SpA Ignazio Catucci Via Trento 7, Passirana di Rho, Milan I-20017 Italy T: +39 29 353 7291 W: www.it.graceconstruction.com A world leader in the construction products industry.

Regulations and Standards BAFU Bundesamt fur Umwelt Ermst Furrer Federal Office for the Environment, FOEN, Berne CH-3003 Switzerland T: +41 31 322 9311 E: info@bafu.admin.ch W: www.bafu.admin.ch Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications. Bayerisches Staatsministerium fur Umwelt, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz Peter Wolfgardt Rosenkavalierplatz 2, Munich D-81925 Germany T: +49 899 21400 E: poststelle@stmugv.bayern.de W: www.stmugv.bayern.de Bavarian State Ministry of Environment and Public Health. British Standards Institute Ms Anne Cassidy Nano Technologies Programme Manaager BSI Group Headquarters, 389 Chiswick High Road, London W4 4AL United Kingdom T: +44 20 8996 7430 E: anne.cassidy@bsi-global.com W: www.bsi-global.com BSI Group has grown into a leading global independent business services organization providing standard-based solutions in more than 120 countries. Federal Institute for Risk Assessment Dr Rene Zimmer Thielallee 88-92, Berlin D-14195 Germany T: +49 308 412 3808 E: r.zimmer@bfr.bund.de W: www.bfr.bund.de Identify NSKD - ‘protect health - This is guiding principle for the work of the federal institute for NSK assessment (BFR) in the field of consumer health protection. Government Office for the North East Ian Smith Citygate, Gallowgate, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 4WH United Kingdom T: +44 191 202 3896 E: ismith.gone@go-regions.gsi.gov.uk W: www.gos.gov.uk The GONE represents central government across North East England.

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Security Authentix Tim Probert Vice President Business Development 7 Chessingham Park, Dunnington, York, North Yorkshire YO19 5SE United Kingdom T: +44 1904 486 800 E: tim.probert@authentix.com W: www.authentix.com Authentix is the global leader in authentication solutions for brand protection and fiscal recovery. De La Rue John Steel Overton Technology Centre, Overton, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG25 3JG United Kingdom T: +44 1256 608 270 E: john.steel@uk.delarue.com W: www.delarue.com De La Rue is the world’s largest commercial security printer and papermaker, involved in the production of over 150 national Sira Defence and Security Ltd Jon Holmes Manager 12 Acorn Industrial Park, Crayford Road, Dartford, Kent DA1 4AL United Kingdom T: +44 1322 520 500 E: Jon.Holmes@sira.co.uk W: www.sira.co.uk The company now concentrates on developing products to help the Police use CCTV effectively.

Sensors Alphasense Ltd. Dr John Saffell Technical Director Sensor Technology House, 300 Avenue West, Skyline 120, Great Notley, Essex CM77 7AA United Kingdom T: +44 1376 556 700 E: jrs@alphasense.com W: www.alphasense.com We are a totally independent sensor manufacturing and technology company, founded in response to an overwhelming demand from gas detection. Applied Nanodetectors Dr. Victor Higgs Managing Director Innova Science Park, 1 Electric Avenue, Enfield, Middlesex EN3 7XU United Kingdom T: +44 7946 615 139 E: vhiggs@applied-nanodetectors.com W: www.applied-nanodetectors.com We are a leading developer and supplier of nanosensor based solutions for environmental, healthcare and medical worldwide markets. CiS Institut fur Mikrosensorik GmbH Dr Hans-Joachim Freitag Konrad-Zuse-Straße 14, Erfurt D-99099 Germany T: +49 361 663 1410 E: hjfreitag@cismst.de W: www.cismst.de Sensors and sensor systems form the basis for various automation systems, direct control systems and diagnostic tasks in industry, medicine, the construction industry and environmental monitoring. Crowcon Detection Instruments Ltd. Stefan Kukula 2 Blacklands Way, Abingdon Business Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1DY United Kingdom T: +44 1235 557 700 E: stefan.kukula@crowcon.com W: www.crowcon.com Crowcon Detection Instruments Ltd develops, manufactures and markets a complete range of portable and fixed gas detection products you can trust to protect people and plant against gas hazards worldwide. Druck Ltd (GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies) Dr Roger Jones Fir Tree Lane, Groby, Leicester, Leicestershire LE6 0FH United Kingdom T: +44 116 231 7100 E: roger.jonesDr@ge.com W: www.druck.com

Mr Martin Jones Technical Director Sensor House, Wrexham Technology Park, Wrexham, Clwyd LL13 7YP United Kingdom T: +44 1978 262 255 E: m.jones@esi-tec.com W: www.esi-tec.com The company now supplies to a wide range of civil and industrial applications including OEM, aerospace, automotive and process industries. EvanesCo Ltd Ross Elliott Optical Engineer 4 & 5 Forde Court, Forde Road, Newton Abbott, Devon TQ12 4AD United Kingdom T: +44 1626 360 030 E: ross.elliott@evanesco.com W: www.evanesco.com EvanesCo designs and develops small form factor sensors which provide real-time information about the composition and material properties of fluids.

The Owlstone detector is a revolutionary dime-sized device that can be programmed to detect a wide range of chemical agents that may be present in extremely small quantities. Queensgate Instruments Ltd Anthony Cooper Manager Woodland Road, Torquay, Devon TQ2 7AY United Kingdom T: +44 1803 407 700 W: www.nanopositioning.com Queengate Instruments Ltd provide nanositioning and sensing solutions for high technology industries.

Farside Technology Dr Martin Lloyd Director 5 Skerrit Way, Purley on Thames, Reading, Berkshire RG8 8DD United Kingdom T: +44 118 941 2728 E: martin.farside@btinternet.com W: www.farsideresearch.co.uk

Sensors and Instumentation KTN Dr Robert Angus National Physical Laboratory, Teddington, Middlesex TW11 0LW United Kingdom T: +44 20 8943 8772 E: Robert.angus@sensorsktn.com W: www.sensorsktn.com

Farside Technology Research has skills and understanding in several disciplines, including the physics of sensors, that are particularly relevant to these and other applications requiring highly dependable software.

The Sensors & Instrumentation KTN is a network covering the whole of the UK’s sensing community, from academics and large industries to small businesses, research councils and government departments.

GE Sensing Dr Roger Jones Chief Engineer Fir Tree Lane, Groby, Leicester, Leicestershire LE6 0FH United Kingdom T: +44 116 231 7100 E: roger.jonesdr@ge.com W: www.gesensing.com GE has united the technological innovation and experience of industry leaders in the design and manufacture of advanced sensing and measurement solutions into one world class business - GE Sensing. Gwent Electronic Materials Ltd. Mr Les Embury Managing Director Monmouth House, Mamhilad Park, Pontypool, Gwent NP4 0HZ United Kingdom T: +44 1495 750 505 E: Les@gwent.org W: www.gwent.org We are experienced in the development and production of materials for the electronics/ biosensor, electro ceramics industry. IOLITEC Ionic Liquids Technologies GmbH & Co KG Dr Thomas Schubert MD Ferdinand-Porsche-Str. 5/1, Denzlingen D-79211 Germany T: +49 766 691 3929 E: Schubert@iolitec.de W: www.iolitec.de IoLiTec is an award-winning, dynamic, innovative and goal oriented company whose activities go far beyond the production and sale of ionic liquids. Naneum Limited Dr Robert Muir MD Canterbury Innovation Centre, University Road, Canterbury, Kent CT2 7FG United Kingdom T: +44 148 328 1332 E: robert.muir@naneum.com W: www.naneum.com

GE Sensing and Inspection Technologies develops innovative solutions for challenging environments enabling customers to accurately measure, inspect and analyze asset condition and performance.

Through the significant competitive advantages of its detection products, Naneum has ambitions to make available mass based devices to allow the routine monitoring of air for size-resolved nanoparticles.

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Billy Boyle Co-Founder and President, Operations 127 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0GD United Kingdom T: +44 1223 428 200 E: billy.boyle@owlstone.co.uk W: www.owlstonenanotech.com

SHE AssuredNano Ltd Dr Keith Robson CEO C/o The Centre for Process Innovation, Thomas Wright Way, PETEC Net Park, Sedgefield, County Durham TS21 3FG United Kingdom T: +44 1740 625 755 E: keith.robson@uk-cpi.com W: www.assurednano.com Assured Nano, the premier safety health and environment (SHE) accreditation scheme for organizations involved with nanotechnology. Health and Safety Executive Tim Fry 151 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9SS United Kingdom T: +44 845 345 0055 E: Tim.Fry@hse.gsi.gov.uk W: www.hse.gov.uk Our job is to prevent death, injury and ill-health to those at work and those affected by work activities Health and Safety Laboratory Keith Moodie Harpur Hill, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9JN United Kingdom T: +44 1298 218 833 E: Keith.moodie@hsl.gov.uk W: www.hsl.gov.uk HSL was originally set up to help the Health and Safety Executive - otherwise known as HSE - to minimise risks to people’s health and safety at work.

Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd Mr Eric Whitley Sales Manager Clittaford Road, Southway, Plymouth, Devon PL6 6DE United Kingdom T: +44 1752 722 156 E: eric.whitley@siliconsensing.com W: www.siliconsensing.com

Institute of Occupational Medicine Dr Rob Aitken Director of Research Development Research Avenue North, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH14 4AP United Kingdom T: +44 1314 498 003 E: rob.aitken@iom-world.org W: www.iom-world.org

Silicon Sensing is a major success story in combining two global giants’ expertise to exploit high technology in the automotive and commercial business arenes.

The IOM is a major independent centre of scientific exellence in the fields of occupational and environmental health, hygiene and safety.

Smart Holograms Limited Dr John Pritchard Chief Technology Officer 291 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB4 0WF United Kingdom T: +44 1223 393 400 E: john.pritchard@smartholograms.com W: www.smartholograms.com

Safenano Steve Hankin Director of Operations Institute of Occupational Medicine, Research Avenue North, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH14 4AP United Kingdom T: +44 1314 498 040 E: steve.hankin@iom-world.org W: www.safenano.org

Smart uses a revolutionary intelligent optical sensor technology, SHOPSTM, which is a platform for a wide cumber of applications for use in a broad spectrum of key industry sectors. Systech Instruments Ltd Bryan Cummings 17 Thame Park Business Centre, Wenman Road, Thame, Oxfordshire OX9 3XA United Kingdom T: +44 1844 216 838 E: bryanc@systech.co.uk W: www.systechinstruments.co.uk Our manufacturing plant in the UK produces gas analysers for process industries, gas flushing of food, and permeation applications.

Safenano is based at the UK’s Institute of Occupational Medicine - a major independent centre of scientific exellence in the fields of occupational and environmental health, hygiene and safety.

Textiles Ahlstrom Filtration Noora Blasi Marketing Manager Ahlstrom Brignaud, Rue Alfred Fredet, Brignoud F-38196 France T: +33 47645 5323 E: noora.blasi@ahlstrom.com W: www.ahlstrom.com Ahlstrom is the leading global manufacturer of both specialty papers and nonwovens.

Tyco Safety Products Dr John Shaw Sensor Development Scientist Security House, The Summit, Hanworth Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex TW16 5DB United Kingdom T: +44 1932 743 262 E: joshaw@tycoint.com W: www.tycosafetyproducts.com

APT Fabrics Ltd Stanley Russell Managing Director 18 TullyKevin Road, Greyabbey, Newtownards, County Down BT22 2NB United Kingdom T: +44 28 4275 8661 E: sales@aptfabrics.co.uk W: www.aptfabrics.co.uk

Our business designs, manufactures and sells products across three key platforms, electronic security, life safety and fire supression.

APT Fabrics is a multifaceted company offering a range of solutions aimed at the PPE and technical clothing market, built on over 20 years of in-depth experience.

Sponsored by... Australian TCF Technology Network Lachlan Caddy Melbourne Australia T: +61 386 809 400 E: info@tfia.com.au W: www.tcftechnet.com.au

Milliken Europe BVBA Wouter Reyntiens Ham 24, 9000 Gent, Gent B-9000 Belgium T: +32 9265 1111 W: www.millikeneurope.com

The Australian TCF Technology Network creates an environment that enhances the ability of TCF companies to participate in the development of future technologies that may lead to the commercialisation of products into the global TCF market.

Milliken Europe BVBA produce customized ready to use high performance technical textile reinforcement for the industry.

Chemviron Carbon Cloth Division Ms Melissa Collins Marketing Manager Rainton Bridge Industrial Estate, Houghton-le-spring, Tyne & Wear DH4 5PP United Kingdom T: +44 191 584 6962 E: mcollins@calgoncarbon-eu.com W: www.chemvironcarbon.com

Nexis Fibers AG Albert Hellmuller Gerliswilstrasse 19, Emmenbrucke CH-6021 Switzerland T: +41 26 787 87 W: www.nexisfibers.com Nexis Fibers bases its development on continuous innovation, optimization of its industrial assets, an efficient supply chain and flawless support services.

We are a international manufatcurer of activated carbon, carbon filters, and purification systems, including drinking water treatment, air purification, and sugar decolouring or purification.

Schlossberg Textil AG Rolf Godl Turbenthal CH-8488 Switzerland T: +41 52 396 2323 W: www.schlossberg.ch

Christian Eschler AG Swissknit Harald Lutz Bismarckstr. 102, Tubingen D-72072 Germany T: +49 707 11540 E: info@cht.com W: www.cht-group.de

The brand Schlossberg Switzerland stands for the noblest textiles, rich exquisite designs and high quality processing. Schlossberg Textile - The finest bed linen.

CHT possesses extensive expertise along the entire textile chain and provides additives for fibre production, pre-treatment, dyeing processes and textile printing and also for finishing and coating. Electrospinning Company Ltd. Ian Tracey Daresbury Science and Innovation Campus, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury, Cheshire WA4 4AD United Kingdom T: +44 1925 607 000 E: ian.tracey@stfc.co.uk W: www.electrospinning.co.uk The company develops technology for nanofibres production concentrating on process control complex fibres, and upscaling of production. Fabrican Ltd Dr Manel Torres Owner C/o Imperial College London, South Kensington Campus, London SW7 2AZ United Kingdom T: +44 7946 513 790 E: manelfabrican@yahoo.co.uk W: www.fabricanltd.com Fabrican Ltd. is a company exploiting interdisciplinary research which links the subjects of science and design. Our team is dedicated to meeting the needs of consumers with creative ideas and innovative products, through the development of new applications for Spray-on Fabric technology. Hohensteiner Institut Dr Jan Beringer Manager Schloss Hohenstein, Schlosssteige 1, Bönnigheim D-74357 Germany T: +49 714 32 710 E: j.beringer@hohenstein.de W: www.hohenstein.de Hohenstein experts in research, development, testing, consulting, certification and all types of training. Invista Textiles (U.K.) Limited Richard Langrick P.O. Box 401, Wilton, Redcar, Cleveland TS10 4XY United Kingdom T: +44 1642 445 861 E: C-Richard.Langrick@invista.com W: www.invista.com Invista is one of the world’s largest integrated producers of polymers and fibres, Primarily for nylon, spandex and polyester applications. IQ Textiles Group Suzanne Williamson Preston Works, Prestonpans, East Lothian EH32 9ER United Kingdom T: +44 1875 811 200 E: suzanne@iqtextiles.com W: www.iqtextiles.com We are at the cutting edge of technical textiles, innovation and producing to exacting standards for the world’s most respected brands.

TechniTex Mr Brian McCarthy Director Arch 30, North Campus Incubator, Sackville Street, Manchester M60 1QD United Kingdom T: +44 161 306 8500 E: BrianMcCarthy@technitex.org W: www.technitex.org It is industrial driven, focusing on reserach, design and develope of new technpologies and applications for the technical textiles industry. Vickers Oils Chris Wholley Airedale Mills, 6 Claredon Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS10 1ND United Kingdom T: +44 113 386 7654 E: chris.wholley@vickers-oils.com W: www.vickers-oils.com Benjn.R.Vickers & Sons Ltd. is an independent company specialising in the development, manufacture and worldwide marketing of an extensive range of technical lubricants for the textile & marine industries. Virtual-Mirrors Ltd Patrick Gardner Managing Director 15 Atholl Crescent, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH3 8HA United Kingdom T: +44 1506 829 566 E: patrick.gardner@virtual-mirrors.com W: www.virtual-mirrors.com Creating the bodyscanning based technology to achieve this has been a long and quite difficult task. Wardle Storeys Ltd Mr Alun Hall Managing Director Grove Mill, Earby, Colne, Lancashire BB18 6UT United Kingdom T: +44 1282 842 511 W: www.wardlestoreys.com We are a leading manufacturer of polymer films and coated fabrics. wfk-Forschungsinstitut für Reinigungstechnologie e.V Dr Markus Wehrl Hygiene und Mikrobiologie, Campus Fichtenhain, Krefeld D-47807 Germany T: +49 215 1821 0190 E: m.wehrl@wfk.de W: www.wfk.de A non profit member-based society to promote pre-competitive basic and applied research in the field of cleaning technology for textile and non-textile materials especially in the interest of small and medium enterprises.

Trade Associations and Networks AZoNano - The A to Z of Nanotechnology Jayne Orsborn Sales Manager c/o CERAM Research, Queens Road, Penkhull, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST4 7LQ United Kingdom T: +44 1625 610 938 E: jayne.orsborn@azonano.com W: www.azonano.com The A to Z of Nanotechnology - A free to access Nanotechnology information website. Chemical Industries Association (CIA) Claudine Albersammer Head of Products & Health Kings Buildings, Smith Square, London SW1P 3JJ United Kingdom T: +44 20 7963 6753 E: albersammerc@cia.org.uk W: www.cia.org.uk The Chemical Industries Asoociation is the organisation that represents chemical businesses throughout the UK. Chemicals Northwest Helen Cross Marketing Manager The Heath Business & Technical Park, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 4QX United Kingdom T: +44 1928 515 678 E: helen.cross@chemicalsnorthwest.org.uk W: www.chemicalsnorthwest.org.uk We are a membership organisation that supports and promotes the interests and activities of the chemistry-using industries. Chemistry Innovation Carol Boyer - Spooner The Heath, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 4QX United Kingdom T: +44 1928 515 677 E: carol.boyer@ciktn.co.uk W: www.chemistryinnovation.co.uk Chemistry Innovation is a national Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) established in 2006 to stimulate and support product and process innovation in the UK chemistry-using industries. COST Piotr Swiatek Avenue Louise 149, Brussels B-1050 Belgium T: +32 2533 3814 E: pswiatek@cost.esf.org W: www.cost.esf.org COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) is one of the longestrunning European instruments supporting cooperation among scientists and researchers across Europe. County Durham Development Company Ltd Ms Catherine Johns Director of Innovation Development The Rivergreen Centre, Aykely Heads, Durham, County Durham DH1 5TS United Kingdom T: +44 191 370 8689 E: catherine.johns@durham.gov.uk W: www.wherebusinessgrows.com Whatever your business... it’s our business to help European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC) Leonardus Appelman Avenue E. van Nieuwenhuyse, 4, Box 1, Brussels B-1160 Belgium T: +32 2676 7211 E: lap@cefic.be W: www.cefic.be European Chemistry Industry Council. Euspen Ltd Dr Theresa Burke Chief Executive Officer Building 45, Cranfield University Campus, Cranfield, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK43 0AL United Kingdom T: +44 1234 754 024 E: theresa-burke@euspen.eu W: www.euspen.com Euspen is a leading technical body in the field of ultra precision/ nano manufacturing technologies.

I.T.R.I Limited Tony Wallace Unit 3, Curo Park, Frogmore, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL2 2DD United Kingdom T: +44 1727 875 544 E: info@itri.co.uk W: www.itri.co.uk We provide a unique link between tin producers and tin consumers. Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) Bernie Rickinson CEO 1 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5DB United Kingdom T: +44 20 7451 7300 E: bernie.rickinson@iom3.org W: www.iom3.org Institute of Materials, Minerals and mining, the global network for professionals in the materials cycle. Knowledge Transfer Partnership Richard Parker-Smith The Coach House, Harforth Hall, Gilliing West, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL10 5JU United Kingdom T: +44 1748 823 397 E: rhps@dsl.pipex.com W: www.ktponline.org.uk KTP is Europe’s leading programme helping businesses to improve their competitivness and productivity through the better use of knowledge, technology and skills that reside withthin the UK knowledge base. Manufacturing Technologies Association Dr Richard Griffiths Technical Manager 62 Bayswater Road, London W2 3PS United Kingdom T: +44 20 7298 6400 E: rgriffiths@mta.org.uk W: www.mta.org.uk MTA is at the core of engineering based manufacturing, and our key activities as an association are representing engineering based manufacturing and supporting the advanced engineering sector through lobbying, media contact and networking. Materials KTN Robert Quarshie 1 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5DB United Kingdom T: +44 20 7451 7404 E: materials.ktn@iom3.org W: www.materialsktn.net The Materials KTN is an overarching network of networks in Materials, set up to bring together the views of all in business, design, research and technology organisations, trade associations, the financial market, academia and others in the value network across the materials community. Nano-Cluster Bodensee Christian Gremli Lerchenfeldstrasse 5, St Gallen CH-9014 Switzerland T: +41 71 274 7381 E: christian.gremli@ncb.ch W: www.ncb.ch The association for the promotion of nanomicrotechnology in the area of the ‘’Lake of Constance’’ Nanotechnology Industries Association Charnajeet Singh PO Box 572, Durham, County Durham DH1 9GT United Kingdom T: +44 7990 593 513 E: charanjeet.singh@nanotechia.org W: www.nanotechia.org The Nanotechnology Industries Association (NIA) supports ongoing innovation and commercialisation of the next generation of nanotechnologies and promotes their safe and reliable advancement. Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Dirk Pilat 2, rue André Pascal, Paris Cedex 16 F-75775 France T: +33 14524 8200 E: dirk.pilat@oecd.org W: www.oecd.org OECD brings together the governments of countries committed to democracy and the market economy from around the world

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Plastics Europe Ann Marie Hamelton Avenue E van Nieuwenhuyse 4, P.O. Box 3, Brussels B-1160 Belgium T: +32 2675 3297 E: anne-marie.hamelton@plasticseurope.org W: www.plasticseurope.org PlasticsEurope urge that plastics has a key role to play in C02 reduction at the COP15 Responsible Nano Forum Hilary Sutcliffe Director 7 Adam Street, London WC2N 6AA United Kingdom T: +44 20 7520 9086 E: Hilary@responsiblenanoforum.org W: www.responsiblenanoforum.org To inspire the use of nanotechnology for the benefit of scoiety to make an important contribution to its responsible develoment and strong governance to provide a stimulus for the public to make a meaningful contribution to debates about its use. Technology Strategy Board David Bott Director of Innovation Programmes B1 North Star House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, Wiltshire SN2 1UE United Kingdom T: +44 1793 442 700 E: david.bott@tsb.gov.uk W: www.innovateuk.org Our role is to stimulate technologty-enabled innovation in the areas which offer the greatest scope for boosting UK growth and productivity. UKCPO Mr Ian Tooley Executive Geddes House, Kirkton North, Livingston, West Lothian EH54 6GU United Kingdom T: +44 1506 497 228 E: ian@ppethn.org W: www.ukcpo.org Maximise the wealth creation potential of the photonics community in the UK. World Gold Council Trevor Keel Project Manager 55 Old Broad Street, London EC2M 1RX United Kingdom T: +44 20 7826 4700 E: trevor.keel@gold.org W: www.gold.org Promotes gold science and technology including new uses and ground breaking research. Yorkshire Chemical Focus Jane Mockford PO Box A38, Leeds Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD2 1FF United Kingdom T: +44 1484 537 456 E: Jane Mockford jane@ycf.org.uk W: www.ycf.org.uk Yorkshire Chemical Focus helps businesses to collaborate in key areas such as reputation, regulation, skills and innovation.

Venture Capitalists 3i Brian Hargreaves 16 Palace Street, London SW1E 5JD United Kingdom T: +44 20 7928 3131 E: brian.hargreaves@3i.com W: www.3i.com As a leader in private equity, we work with talented management teams to develop businesses that have potential for significant growth. For over 60 we have invested in helping people who start, grow, change, and buy businesses. Advantage Business Angels Mr Neil Mackay Managing Director ONE Victoria Square, Birmingham B1 1BD United Kingdom T: +44 871 231 9911 E: neil.mackay@abangels.com W: www.advantagebusinessangels.com We can help you with your enquiry most effectively if you register on our website: as a BUSINESS if you are looking to raise funds or as an INVESTOR if you are considering investment. There is no cost or obligation in doing so. It only takes a few minutes and then we can see enough information to help you. All information provided to us is kept confidential to our people.

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Bank Sarasin & Cie AG Andreas Holzer Elisabethenstrasse 62, P.O. Box, Basel CH-4002 Switzerland T: +41 61 277 7777 E: pbbs@sarasin.ch W: www.sarasin.ch

Panmure Gordon & Co plc Mark Davis Director 155 Moorgate, London EC2M 6XB United Kingdom T: +44 20 7614 8327 E: mark.davis@panmure.com W: www.panmure.com

Bank Sarasin is a leading Swiss private bank whose many years of banking experience has made it consciously opt for sustainability as a key component of its corporate philosophy.

Panmure Gordon & Co has established a reputation for excellence during its 130-year history as a corporate and institutional stockbroker and investment bank.

BASF Venture Capital GmbH Dr Andre Moreira Investment Manager 4. Gartenweg - Z025, Ludwigshafen D-67063 Germany T: +49 621 6045 690 E: andre.moreira@basf-ag.de W: www.basf-vc.de For BASF as a leading international chemical company, the venture capital company, while a constructive element to the development of innovative new businesses. Credit Suisse Miroslav Durana Paradeplatz 8, Zurich CH-8070 Switzerland T: +41 44 212 1616 E: miroslav.durana@credit-suisse.com W: www.credit-suisse.com

Scottish Equity Partners Valerie Darroch 17 Blythswood Square, Glasgow, Lanarkshire G2 4AD United Kingdom T: +44 141 273 4000 E: valerie.darroch@sep.co.uk W: www.sep.co.uk We help to build world class companies in sectors such as IT, energy and healthcare. South West Angel and Investor Network (SWAIN) Jenny Colley Marketing Co-ordinator Argentum, 510 Bristol Business Park, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol, Avon BS16 1EJ United Kingdom T: +44 870 060 6560 E: jenny.colley@swain.org.uk W: www.swain.org.uk

Credit Suisse Group is a world-leading financial services company, advising clients in all aspects of finance, around the world, around the clock.

SWAIN specialises in helping small and medium sized companies to find equity finance, and assists private investors in the South West to search for investment opportunities in businesses

FirstVentures Hazel Moore Elsinore House, 77 Fulham Palace Road, London W6 8JA United Kingdom T: +44 20 8563 1563 E: hazel.moore@firstventures.co.uk W: www.firstventures.co.uk

Thames Valley Investment Network Leo Dunn Manager OCfl, Mill Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 0JX United Kingdom T: +44 1865 811 167 E: i.dunn@oxin.co.uk W: www.tvin.co.uk

FirstVentures, and advises FNI Venture Capital, a fund which invests in high potential technology companies.

The Thames Valley Investment Network is a business angel network that focuses on innovative, early stage technology companies with high growth potential, prodominantly within the Thames Valley region

London Business Angels Chris Padfield Investment Manager GLE Growth Capital, New City Court, 20 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9RS United Kingdom T: +44 20 7089 2303 E: chris@lbangels.co.uk W: www.lbangels.co.uk London Business Angels is a founding member of the British Business Angels Association, the industry’s best practice trade association. LBA is also a member of EBAN, the European Business Angels Network Nanostart AG Marco Beckmann CEO Goethestrasse 26-28, Frankfurt am Main D-60313 Germany T: +49 692 193 9600 E: marco.beckmann@nanostart.de W: www.nanostart.de/en/index.htm Nanostart AG is the world’s leading nanotechnology investment company NanoVentures Paul Atherton Director 49N Wellington Street, London WC2E 7BN United Kingdom T: +44 7720 771 316 E: paul.atherton@nanoventures.co.uk. W: www.nanoventures.co.uk Nanoventures ltd is a nanotechnology consulting and investment company founded by Paul Atherton and Deborah Corker. NorthStar Equity Investors Ltd Richard Exley Maybrook House, 27-35 Grainger Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 5JE United Kingdom T: +44 191 229 2770 E: richard.exley@northstarei.com W: www.northstarei.com NorthStar Equity Investors Ltd is responsible for the development of a range of innovative access to finance initiatives across North East England

Yorkshire Association of Business Angels Barbara Greaves Unit 1, Hornbeam Park, Hookstone Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG2 8QT United Kingdom T: +44 1423 810 149 E: admin@yaba.org.uk W: www.yaba.org.uk Yorkshire association of business angels.

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# 3D Capital AGIRA Marc Bodin Poststrasse 3, Zurich CH-8001 Switzerland E: bodin@3d-capital.ag T: +41 43 443 70 70 W: www.3D-Capital.com 3G Solar Ltd Barry Breen 3 Hamarpe St, AVX Building, Har Hozvim Industrial Park, Jerusalem IL-97774 Israel E: bbreen@3gsolar.com T: +972 54 470 9956 W: www.3gsolar.com 4M2C PATRIC SALOMON GmbH Dr Patric Salomon Cranachstrasse 1, Berlin D-12157 Germany E: patric.salomon@4m2c.com T: +49 30 2435 7870 W: www.enablingmnt.com 4p & Partners GmbH Arthur Ruf Höhenweg 6, Bronschhofen CH-9552 Switzerland E: arthur.ruf@technologieforum.ch T: +41 71 952 78 20

A A V Shubnikov Institute of Crystallography RAS Sergey Kazantsev Leninskii prospekt 59, Moscow RUS-119333 Russian Federation E: kazantsev1@yandex.ru T: +7 499 135 6541 W: www.crys.ras.ru ABB Schweiz AG-SCAM Bandeep Singh Martin Bartz, Segelhofstrasse 1K, Baden-Daettwil CH-5405 Switzerland T: +41 58 58 68411 W: www.abb.com/chcrc Ablynx NV Eva Lotta Allan Technologiepark 4, Zwijnaarde B-9052 Belgium E: eva-lotta.allan@ablynx.com T: +32 9 262 00 75 W: www.ablynx.com ACI-ecotec GmbH & Co KG Wolfgang Schmutz Albring 18, Zimmern D-78658 Germany E: wolfgang_schmutz@web.de T: +49 741 175 115 0 W: www.aci-ecotec.de Acreo AG Michael Salter Electrum 236, Kista S-164 40 Sweden E: michael.salter@acreo.se T: +46 11 363676 W: www.acreo.se Activision Technologies SA Didier Campos Rue Wazon 126, Liege B-4000 Belgium E: d.campos@activision.be T: +32 4 341 19 51 W: www.activision.be Acumys Ltd Dr Ian MacKinnon 10 Marlborough Drive, Darlington, County Durham DL1 5YA United Kingdom E: imackinnon@acumys.com T: +44 1325 371 443

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ADA Technologies Inc Tom Campbell 8100 Shaffer Parkway, Suite #130, Littleton, Colorado CO 80127-4107 United States of America E: tomc@adatech.com T: +1 303 792 5615 W: www.adatech.com

Air Products plc Richard Wiktorowicz European Technology Group, Crockford Lane, Chineham, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 8FE United Kingdom E: wiktorr@airproducts.com T: +44 1256 728 200 W: www.airproducts.com

adbodmer ag Monika Zihlmann Tödistrasse 16/18, Zurich CH-8002 Switzerland E: monika.zihlmann@adbodmer.ch T: +41 43 305 08 83 W: www.adbodmer.ch

Airbus UK Ltd Ben Farmer New Filton House, Filton, Bristol, Avon BS99 7AR United Kingdom E: ben.farmer@airbus.com T: +44 1179 69 3831 W: www.airbus.com

Admiral PR Tori Lowth Milburn House, Dean Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear NE1 1LE United Kingdom E: tori.lowth@admiralpr.com T: +44 191 222 0722 W: www.admiralpr.com Advanced Mechanical and Optical Systems (AMOS) Jean Pierre Chisogne Parc Scientifique du Sart Tilman, Rue des Chasseurs Ardennais 4, Liege (Angleur) B-4031 Belgium E: jp.chisogne@amos.be T: +32 4 361 40 40 W: www.amos.be AGC Flat Glass Europe SA Marc Van Den Neste Chaussée de La Hulpe, 166, Rue de l’Aurore 2, Brussels (Watermael-Boitsfort) B-1170 Belgium E: info@agc-flatglass.com T: +32 2 674 34 01 W: www.agc-flatglass.eu AGeNT-D (Arbeitsgemeinschaft der NanotechnologieKompetenzzentren Deutschlands) Dr Matthias Kuntz Institut fur Festkorperphysik, TU Berlin, Hardenbergstrasse 36, Berlin D-10623 Germany E: kuntz@physik.tu-berlin.de T: +49 30 314 22062 W: www.ag-nano.de Agenzia per la Promozione della Ricerca Europea (APRE) Martina Desole Via Cavour 71, Rome I-00184 Italy E: desole@apre.it T: +39 0648 93 99 93 W: www.apre.it Agoria ASBL Pierre Balancier Diamant Building, Bd Reyers 80, Brussels B-1030 Belgium E: pierre.balancier@agoria.be T: +32 2 706 78 00 W: www.agoria.be

Aixtron Ken Teo Anderson Road, Buckingway Business Park, Swavesey, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB24 4FQ United Kingdom E: k.teo@aixtron.com T: +44 1223 519 444 W: www.aixtron.com Akzo Nobel - International Paint Tom Straw Stoneygate Lane, Felling, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear NE10 0JY United Kingdom E: tom.straw@internationalpaint.com T: +44 191 402 2619 W: www.akzonobel.com/international Akzo Nobel Coatings Erik Ronne Nanotechnology Research Program, Analyscentrum, Box 11538, Stockholm S-100 61 Sweden E: erik.ronne@nacka.casco.se T: +46 8 743 4212 W: www.akzonobel.com Albion Ventures LLP Marco Yu 1 King’s Arms Yard, London EC2R 7AF United Kingdom E: info@albion-ventures.co.uk T: +44 20 7601 1850 W: www.albion-ventures.co.uk Alcan Engineered Products Horst Adams Badische Bahnhofstrasse 16, Neuhausen CH-8212 Switzerland E: horst.adams@alcan.com T: +41 52 6749 381 W: www.alcan-ats.ch Alcatel Vacuum Technology France Magali Davenet 98 Avenue Brogny, BP 2069, Annecy F-74009 France E: magali.davenet@adixen.fr T: +33 4 50 65 7777 W: www.adixen.com

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ExxonMobil Chemical Europe Galina Ourieva European Technology Centre, Hermeslaan 2, Machelen B-1831 Belgium E: galina.n.ourieva@exxonmobil.com T: +32 2 722 2621 W: www.exxonmobil.com/Benelux

Feller AG Walter Isler Berg-Strasse 70, Horgen CH-8810 Switzerland E: info@feller.ch T: +41 44 728 7777 W: www.feller.ch

F Fabrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre (FNMT) Andres Ruiz Royal Mint, C/Jorge Juan 106, Madrid E-28071 Spain E: andres.ruiz@fnmt.es T: +34 91 566 6797 W: www.fnmt.es Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz Hochschule fur Technik (FHNW) Mirco Altana Steinackerstrasse 5, Brugg, Windisch CH-5210 Switzerland E: mirco.altana@fhnw.ch T: +41 56 462 4411 W: www.fhnw.ch Fachhochschule Vorarlberg Pavlina Choleva Hochschulstraße 1, Dornbirn A-6850 Austria E: pavlina.choleva@fhv.at T: +43 5572 792 7206 W: www.fhv.at Facility for Environmental Nanoparticle Analysis and Characterisation (FENAC) Jamie Lead School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT United Kingdom E: j.r.lead@bham.ac.uk T: +44 121 414 8147 W: www.gees.bham.ac.uk Facility Monitoring Sytems Mr Timothy Russell Unit 5 Beauchamp Business Centre, Sparrowhawk Close, Enigma Business Park, Malvern, Worcestershire MR14 1GL United Kingdom E: trussell@fmonsys.com T: +44 1684 576 452 W: www.fmonsys.com Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto (FEUP) Sandra Rocha Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, Porto P-4200-465 Portugal E: sandra.rocha@fe.up.pt T: +351 22 508 1589 W: www.fe.up.pt Faithful & Gould Ms Dale Potts 200 Broomielaw, Glasgow G1 4RU United Kingdom E: dale.potts@fgould.com T: +44 141 220 2200 W: www.fgould.co.uk FaraPack Polymers Limited Malcolm Butler The Polymer Centre, Dainton Building, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S3 7HF United Kingdom E: malcolm.butler@farapackpolymers.com T: +44 114 222 9499 W: www.farapackpolymers.com

Food Processing Faraday Partnership Ltd Pete Moores Unit 2, Brook Park Offices, Gaddesby Lane, Rearsby, Leicestershire LE7 4ZB United Kingdom E: peter.moores@fpfaraday.com T: +44 1664 420 066 W: www.fpfaraday.com

Fels-Werke GmbH Christina Lange Geheimrat-Ebert-Strasse 12, Goslar D-38640 Germany E: info@fels.de T: +49 490 5321 7030 W: www.fels.de

Food Processing KTN Ken Johnson Innovation park, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE13 0PB United Kingdom E: ken.johnson@fpfaraday.com T: +44 1664 420 064 W: www.foodprocessingktn.com

Ferdinand-Braun-Institut Dr Günther Traenkle Leibniz-Institut für Höchstfrequenztechnik, Gustav-Kirchhoff-Straße 4, Berlin D-12489 Germany E: guenther.traenkle@fbh-berlin.de T: +49 30 6392 2601 W: www.fbh-berlin.de

Food Standards Agency Sandy Lawrie Aviation house, 125 Kingsway, London WC2B 6NH United Kingdom E: sandy.lawrie@foodstandards.gsi.gov.uk T: +44 20 7276 8508 W: www.food.gov.uk

Festo AG & Co KG Metin Giousouf Homagstr. 3 - 5, Schopfloch D-72296 Germany E: gio@de.festo.com T: +49 744 313 3073 W: www.festo.com

Forge Europa Ltd Peter Barton Visible Solutions, Princes Street, Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 7NQ United Kingdom E: peter@forge-europa.co.uk T: +44 1229 580 000 W: www.forge-europa.co.uk

Financieele Dagblad Peter van der Schaft Netherlands E: info@dsp-com.nl T: +31 1 02 14 04 44 W: www.fd.nl Finnish Funding Agency for Technology and Innovation (TEKES) Sisko Sipila PO Box 69, Kyllikinportti 2, Länsi-Pasila, Helsinki FIN-00101 Finland E: sisko.sipila@tekes.fi T: +358 1060 55845 W: www.tekes.fi First Capital Corporation Amer Vohora Elsinore House, 77 Fulham Palace Road, London W6 8JA United Kingdom E: amer@firstcapital.co.uk T: +44 20 8563 1563 W: www.firstcapital.co.uk FirstVentures Peter Wolfers Hill Farm, 128 Green End, Comberton, Cambridge CB3 7DY United Kingdom E: peter.wolfers@firstventures.co.uk T: +44 1223 264 125 W: www.firstventures.co.uk Flad & Flad Communication GmbH Christine Beringer Thomas-Flad-Weg 1, Heroldsberg D-90562 Germany E: christine.beringer@flad.de T: +49 91 26 275-0 W: www.flad.de Flamel Technologies Stephen Willard 11 Avenue Gustave Eiffel, Pessac F-33608 France E: willard@flamel.com T: +33 472 783 434 W: www.flamel.com

Fatronik Rikardo Bueno Paseo Mikeletegi, 7, Parque Tecnológico, Donostia, San Sebastian E-20009 Spain E: rbueno@fatronik.com T: +34 943 005 500 W: www.fatronik.com

Flanders Investment & Trade Ben Kloeck Embassy of Belgium, 5-4 Nibancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo J-102-0085 Japan E: ben.kloeck@fitagency.com T: +81 35 210 5882 W: www.flandersinvestmentandtrade.com

Federal Ministry for Transport, Innovation and Technology (BIMVIT) Alexander Pogany Renngasse 5, Vienna A-1010 Austria E: alexander.pogany@bmvit.gv.at T: +43 1 711 62 65 3203 W: www.bmvit.gv.at

Flanders Nano Bio Alliance Dr Jan Wauters 117 N. Chatsworth Avenue, Larchmont, New York NY 10538 United States of America E: jan.wauters@flandersnanobio.org T: +1 917 306 0750 W: www.flandersnanobio.org

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Flexis AG Hansjoerg Tutsch Schockenriedstraße 46, Stuttgart D-70565 Germany E: hansjoerg.tutsch@flexis.de T: +49 711 782 38082 W: www.flexis.com

Forma Futura Invest AG Doris Hauser Bederstrasse 49, Postfach 1701, Zurich CH-8027 Switzerland E: doris.hauser@formafutura.com T: +41 44 287 2287 W: www.formafutura.com Forschungsinstitut Edelmetalle & Metallchemie (FEM) Martin Fenker Katharinenstr. 17, Schwabisch Gemund D-73525 Germany E: fenker@fem-online.de T: +49 7171 10060 W: www.fem-online.de Forschungszentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (FZD) Natalia Shevchenko P.O. Box 510119, Bautzner Landstraße 400, Dresden D-01328 Germany E: n.shevchenko@fzd.de T: +49 351 2600 W: www.fzd.de Forschungszentrum Dresden-Rossendorf e.V. Dr Roland Sauerbrey Bautzner Landstr. 400, PO Box 510119, Dresden D-01314 Germany E: r.sauerbrey@fzd.de T: +49 351 260 2744 W: www.fzd.de Forschungszentrum Juelich Dr Knut Urban Institute of Solid State Research, Mikrostrukturforschung, Leo-Brandt-Straße, Jülich D-52425 Germany E: k.urban@fz-juelich.de T: +49 2461 61 3153 W: www.fz-juelich.de Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe (FZK) MIchael Harms Weberstraße 5, Karlsruhe D-76133 Germany E: michael.harms@ifia.fzk.de T: +49 721 85 8267 W: www.fzk.de Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe GmbH Klaus Bittner Hermann-von-Helmholtz-Platz 1, Eggenstein - Leopoldshafen D-76344 Germany E: klaus.bittner@iai.fzk.de T: +49 07247 820 W: www.fzk.de Forster Rohner AG Peter Baumberger Flurhofstrasse 150, St Gallen CH-9006 Switzerland E: p.baumberger@forsterrohner.com T: +41 71 243 1515 W: www.forsterrohner.com

Foster Wheeler Energy Ltd Matt Collins Shinfield Park, Reading, Berkshire RG2 9FW United Kingdom E: fw_sales@fwuk.fwc.com T: +44 118 913 1234 W: www.fwuk.fwc.com Foundation Robert Mathys Stiftung (RMS) Beat Gasser Bischmattstrasse 12, P.O. Box 203, Bettlach CH-2544 Switzerland E: beat.gasser@rms-foundation.ch T: +41 32 644 1305 W: www.rms-foundation.ch Four Delta Consulting Limited Dr Kenneth Rabone 24 Great King Street, Edinburgh EH3 6QN United Kingdom E: kenneth.rabone@fourdelta.co.uk T: +44 7870 552 992 W: www.fourdelta.co.uk Foursome Investment Mr Lyad Omari The Mews, 1A Birkenhead Street, Camden, London WC1H 8BA United Kingdom E: mail@frogcapital.com T: +44 20 7833 0555 W: www.foursome.co.uk Fourth Day Public Relations Ms Rachel Murray 16 Winchester Walk, London SE1 9AG United Kingdom E: rachel@fourthday.co.uk T: +44 20 7403 4411 W: www.fourthday.co.uk Fraunhofer - Einrichtung für Elektronische Nanosysteme (ENAS) Dr Thomas Gessner Technologie-Campus 3, Chemnitz D-09126 Germany E: gessner@enas.fhg.de T: +49 371 45001 200 W: www.enas.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Angewandte Polymerforschung (IAP) Professor Andre Laschewsky Wissenschaftspark Golm, Geiselbergstr. 69, Postfach 600 651, Potsdam D-14406 Germany E: andre.laschewsky@iap.fraunhofer.de T: +49 331 568 1327 W: www.iap.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Elektronenstrahl - und Plasmatechnik (FEP) Professor Volcker Kirchoff Winterbergstraße 28, Dresden D-01277 Germany E: volker.kirchhoff@fep.fraunhofer.de T: +49 351 2586 110 W: www.fep.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Fabrikbetrieb und -automatisierung (IFF) Mikhail Zubtsov Postfach 14 53, Magdeburg D-39004 Germany E: mikhail.zubtsov@iff.fraunhofer.de T: +49 391 4090 226 W: www.iff.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Molekularbiologie und Angewandte Ökologie (IME) Dr Rainer Fischer Forckenbeckstraße 6, Aachen D-52074 Germany E: rainer.fischer@ime.fraunhofer.de T: +49 241 6085 11010 W: www.ime.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Naturwissenschaftlich -Technische Trendanalysen (INT) Dr Thomas Kretschmer Appelsgarten 2, Postfach 1419, Euskirchen D-53864 Germany E: thomas.kretschmer@int.fraunhofer.de T: +49 2251 18232 W: www.int.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Photonische Mikrosysteme (IPMS) Dr Harald Schenk Maria-Reiche-Str. 2, Dresden D-01109 Germany E: harald.schenk@ipms.fraunhofer.de T: +49 351 8823 154 W: www.ipms.fraunhofer.de

Sponsored by... Fraunhofer - Institut für Physikalische Messtechnik (IPM) Professor Elmar Wagner Heidenhofstrasse 8, Freiburg D-79110 Germany E: elmar.wagner@ipm.fraunhofer.de T: +49 761 8857 111 W: www.ipm.fraunhofer.de

Fritsch GmbH Andrea Köhler Industriestrasse 8, Idar-Oberstein D-55743 Germany E: koehler@fritsch.de T: +49 6784 70 146 W: www.fritsch.de

Fraunhofer - Institut für Solare Energiesysteme (ISE) Dr Andreas Hinsch Heidenhofstr. 2, Freiburg D-79110 Germany E: andreas.hinsch@ise.fraunhofer.de T: +49 761 4588 5417 W: www.ise.fraunhofer.de

Fujikura Ltd Nobuo Tanabe 2153, Oota, Sakura-Shi, Chiba J-285-0808 Japan T: +81 43 486 2211 W: www.fujikura.com

Fraunhofer - Institut für Umwelt, Sicherheits und Energietechnik (UMSICHT) Dr Jürgen Bertling Osterfelder Str. 3, Oberhausen D-46047 Germany E: juergen.bertling@umsicht.fraunhofer.de T: +49 208 8598 1168 W: www.umsicht.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Verfahrenstechnik und Verpackung (IVV) Dr Cornelia Stramm Giggenhauser Strasse 35, Freising D-85354 Germany E: cornelia.stramm@ivv.fraunhofer.de T: +49 8161 491 502 W: www.ivv.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut fur Werkstoff Mechanik (IWM) Peter Holstein Walter-Hülse-Straße , Halle D-06120 Germany E: peter.holstein@iwmh.fraunhofer.de T: +49 345 5589-0 W: www.iwm.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Werkstoff- und Strahltechnik (IWS) Dr Andreas Leson Winterbergstr. 28, Dresden D-01277 Germany E: andreas.leson@iws.fraunhofer.de T: +49 351 83391 3317 W: www.iws.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Zerstörungsfreie Prüfverfahren (IZFP) Professor Michael Kröning Campus E3 1, Saarbrücken D-66123 Germany E: michael.kroening @ izfp.fraunhofer.de T: +49 681 9302 3800 W: www.izfp.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut für Zerstörungsfreie Prüfverfahren Institutsteil Dresden (IZFP-D) Professor Jürgen Schreiber Maria-Reiche-Straße 2, Dresden D-01109 Germany E: juergen.schreiber@izfp-d.fraunhofer.de T: +49 351 8881 5510 W: www.izfp-d.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer - Institut Zuverlässigkeit und Mikrointegration (IZM) Dr Herbert Reichl Gustav-Meyer-Allee 25, Berlin D-13355 Germany E: herbert.reichl@izm-m.fhg.de T: +49 30 314 72882 W: www.izm.fhg.de Fraunhofer - Technologie-Entwicklungsgruppe (TEG) Dr Ivica Kolaric Nobelstr. 12, Stuttgart D-70569 Germany E: ivica.kolaric@ipa.fraunhofer.de T: +49 711 970 3729 W: www.teg.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer Center Nanoelectronic Technologien (CNT) Professor Peter Kücher Königsbrücker Straße 180, Dresden D-01099 Germany E: peter.kuecher@cnt.fraunhofer.de T: +49 351 2607 3001 W: www.cnt.fraunhofer.de Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) Michael Wagner Maria-Reiche-Str. 2, Dresden D-01109 Germany E: michael.wagner@ipms.fraunhofer.de T: +49 351 8823 225 W: www.ipms.fraunhofer.de Freudenberg Forschungsdienste KG Thomas Ruhle Höhnerweg 2-4, Weinheim D-69465 Germany E: thomas.ruehle@freudenberg.de T: +49 62 01 80 68 34 W: www.forschungsdienste.de

Fujitsu Sato Shintaro 4-1-1 Kamikodanaka, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa J-211-8588 Japan E: sato.shintaro@jp.fujitsu.com T: +81 46 250 8234 W: www.jp.fujitsu.com Fundacio Privada Ascamm Manuel Leon Parc Tecnològic del Vallés, Av. Universitat Autònoma 23, Cerdanyola del valles, Barcelona E-08290 Spain E: mleon@ascamm.com T: +34 93 594 4700 W: www.ascamm.com Fundacion Cartif Jose Dominguez Parque Tecnológico de Boecillo, 205, Boecillo, Valladolid E-47151 Spain E: cartif@cartif.es T: +34 983 54 6504 W: www.cartif.com Fundacion Instituto de Ingenieria (FII) Sergio Blanco Carretera Baruta Hoyo de la Puerta, Sartenejas, entrada Tecnópolis, Caracas Venezuela T: +58 58212 903 4610 W: www.fii.org Fundacion ITMA David Gomez Instituto Tecnológico de Materiales de Asturias, Llanera E-33428 Spain E: d.gomez@itma.es T: +34 985 980 058 W: www.itma.es Fundacion LABEIN-Tecnalia Mikel Sorli Parque Tecnológico de Bizkaia, C/ Geldo, edificio 700, Derio - Bizkaia E-48160 Spain E: sorli@labein.es T: +34 94 607 33 00 W: www.labein.es Future Carbon GmbH Julian Michelsen Gottlieb-Keim-Straße 60, Bayreuth D-95448 Germany E: info@future-carbon.de T: +49 921 5073 880 W: www.future-carbon.de FUTURETec GmbH Caterina Rehm-Berbenni Hauptstrasse, 218-220, Bergisch Gladbach D-51465 Germany E: crehm@futuretec-gmbh.de T: +49 2202 28260 W: www.futuretec-gmbh.de

G GAIKER Jose Cuevas Parque Tecnológico, Edificio 202, Zamudio E-48170 Spain E: cuevas@gaiker.es T: +34 94 600 2323 W: www.gaiker.es Gallus Ferd Ruesch AG Kishore Sarkar Harzbüchelstrasse 34, St Gallen CH-9016 Switzerland E: kishore.sarkar@gallus.ch T: +41 71 242 86 86 W: www.gallus-group.com

Gazer Technologies Ltd Archie McIntosh University of Ulster Science Research Park, Cromore Road, Coleraine BT52 1ST United Kingdom E: info@gazertechnologies.com T: +44 28 7028 0020 W: www.gazertechnologyresearch.com

GKN Aerospace Lin H. Hoo 3420 N. San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, California CA-92841 United States of America E: Lin.Hoo@tsusa.GKNaerospace.com T: +1 818 846 9020 W: www.stellex.com

GE Advanced Materials Frans Mercx Plasticslaan 1, PO Box 117, Bergen op Zoom NL-4600 AC Netherlands E: frans.mercx@ge.com T: +31 164 292 991 W: www.ge.com/advancedmaterials

GKSS Research Centre Geesthacht GmbH Professor Rüdiger Bormann Institute for Materials Research, Max-Planck-Straße 1, Geesthacht D-21502 Germany E: ruediger.bormann@gkss.de T: +49 4152 872562 W: www.gkss.de

GE Aviation - Dowty Propellers Benjamin Parker Anson Business Park, Cheltenham Road East, Staverton, Gloucester GL2 9QN United Kingdom E: ben.parker@ge.com T: +44 1452 716 000 W: www.geaviationsystems.com Geberit International AG Roland Widler Postfach 1575, Schachenstrasse 77, Jona CH-8645 Switzerland E: roland.widler@geberit.com T: +41 55 221 6845 W: www.geberit.com

GKSS Research Centre Geesthacht GmbH Professor Andreas Lendlein Institut für Polymerforschung, Kantstraße 55, Teltow D-14513 Germany E: andreas.lendlein@gkss.de T: +49 3328 352450 W: www.gkss.de Glaverbel Michels Dominique Centre de Recherche et Developpement, rue de l’Aurore 2, Jumet B-6040 Belgium E: dominique.michels@eu-agc-flatglass.com T: +32 71 28 02 82 W: www.agc-flatglass.com

Gebruder Dorner GmbH & Co KG Reinhard Krauter Hacher Straße 7, Müllheim D-79379 Germany E: info@dorner.de T: +49 7631 36760 W: www.dorner.de

GME Ltd Mr John Stalley Unit Q, Linsford Business Park, Linsford Lane, Mytchett, Camberley, Surrey GU16 6DJ United Kingdom E: john@gme.co.uk T: +44 1252 378 111 W: www.gme.co.uk

Geistlich Pharma AG Michael Hug Bahnhofstrasse 40, Wolhusen CH-6110 Switzerland E: info@geistlich.ch T: +41 492 5555 W: www.geistlich.ch

Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co Ltd Deepak Minocha Pirojshanagar, Vikhroli, Mumbai IND-400 079 India E: minocha@godrej.com T: +91 22 6796 5656 W: www.godrej.com

GENERI BIOTECH s.r.o. Antonin Libra Machkova 587, Hradec Králové 11 CZ-500 Czech Republic E: antonin.libra@generi-biotech.com T: +420 495 056 353 W: www.generi-biotech.com Genovis AB Fredrik Olsson Box 790, Lund S-220 07 Sweden E: fredrik.olsson@genovis.com T: +46 46 101 233 W: www.genovis.com German NanoCommission Wolf-Michael Catenhusen Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung, Büro des Staatssekretärs, Hannoversche Straße 28-30, Berlin D-10115 Germany E: wolf-michael.catenhusen@bmbf.bund.de T: +49 1888 575 032 W: www.bmbf.de Germany Trade and Invest Dr Rainer Mueller Friedrichstrasse 60, Berlin D-10117 Germany E: rainer.mueller@gtai.com T: +49 30 200 099 410 W: www.gtai.com Gersteltec Sarl Moshe Judelewicz General-Guisan 26, Pully CH-1009 Switzerland E: moshe@gersteltec.ch T: +41 79 564 34 23 W: www.gersteltec.ch GEWI Gmbh & Co Claudia Peulen Bahnstraße 30, Erkrath D-40699 Germany E: gewi@gewi.de T: +49 211 2294 640 W: www.gewi.de GH Associates Ms Jackie Gouldston Unit A2, Gresley Office Park, William Nadin Way, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 0BB United Kingdom E: jackie@ghassociatesuk.com T: +44 1283 208 848 W: www.ghassociatesuk.com

Graphene Industries Peter Blake 24 Ellerslie Court, Upper Park Rd, Manchester M14 5RH United Kingdom E: peter@grapheneindustries.com T: +44 161 408 4048 W: http://grapheneindustries.com Great Eastern Investment Forum (GEIF) Larissa Chamberlain Ravenscroft House, 61 Regent Street, 3rd Floor, Cambridge CB2 1AB United Kingdom E: larissa.chamberlain@nwbrown.co.uk T: +44 1223 345 616 W: www.geif.co.uk Greater London Enterprise (GLE) Ms Jenny Tooth New City Court, 20 St Thomas street, London SE1 9RS United Kingdom E: jenny.t@gle.co.uk T: +44 20 7089 2331 W: www.gle.co.uk Green Concept Ltd Alan Best Cumbrae House , Penwortham Court, Penwortham, Preston PR1 9YX United Kingdom E: info@greenconcept.co.uk T: +44 1772 752 225 W: www.greenconcept.co.uk greenTEG GmbH Wulf Glatz C/o ETH Zürich, Institut für Mikro- u. Nanosysteme, Tannenstrasse 3, CLA F23.1, Zürich CH-8092 Switzerland E: info@greenTEG.com T: +41 44 632 04 20 W: www.greenteg.com Greiner Packaging AG Verpackungen Steffen Riethmuller Rheinstrasse 6, Diepoldsau CH-9444 Switzerland E: office.ch@greiner-gpi.com T: +41 71 737 8300 W: www.greiner-gpi.com Grimonprez Transmission Gears SA Xavier Dedecker Rue Theodor Klüber 7, Dottiginies B-7711 Belgium E: x.dedecker@grimonprez.com T: +32 5 633 30 32 W: www.grimonprez.com

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GRT GmbH & Co KG Rudi Weidlich Goorwed 14, Hamm D-59075 Germany E: info@grt-gmbh.de info T: +49 23 8198 7860 W: www.grt-gmbh.com Grupo General Cable Sistemas SA Daniel Calveras Casanova 150, Barcelona E-08036 Spain E: info@generalcable.es T: +34 93 227 9700 W: www.generalcable.es Grupo Guzman Jon Ortube Traginers 9, Valencia E-46014 Spain E: jaortube@grupoguzman.com T: +34 963 992 400 W: www.grupoguzman.com Grupo Repol Nuria Tricas Calle Agricultura 5, Almazora, Castellon E-12550 Spain E: info@repol.com T: +34 902 292 292 W: www.repol.com. GSF- National Research Center for Environment and Health GmbH Petra Kramer Institute of Ecological Chemistry, Ingolstädter Landstrasse 1 D, Neuherberg D-85764 Germany E: kramer@gsf.de T: +49 89 3187 4529 W: www.gsf.de GSK Biologicals SA NV Marc Sohet Rue de l’Institut 89, Rixensart B-1330 Belgium E: marc.sohet@gskbio.com T: +32 2 656 81 11 W: www.gsk-bio.com Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) Joon Won Park 1 Oryong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju ROK-500-712 South Korea E: jwpark@postech.ac.kr T: +82 54 279 2119 W: www.gist.ac.kr

H Habasit AG Markus Vetter Roemerstrasse, Reinach, Basel CH-4153 Switzerland E: markus.vetter@habasit.com T: +41 61 715 1515 W: www.habasit.com Haendler & Natermann Benelux S.A. N.V. Elisabeth Durez Chaussée de Bruxelles 233-B3, Waterloo B-1410 Belgium E: office@constantiapack.be T: +32 2 35718 80 W: www.natermann.de Hahn-Schickard-Gesellschaft fur angewandte Forschung eV (HSG-IMAT) Wolfgang Eberhardt Wilhelm-Schickard-Strasse 10, Villingen-Schwenningen, Stuttgart D-78052 Germany E: wolfgang.eberhardt@izfm.uni-stuttgart.de T: +49 711 121 3717 W: www.uni-stuttgart.de/izfm Hamamatsu Photonics U.K. Ltd Craige Palmer 2 Howard Court, 10 Tewin Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 1BW United Kingdom E: cpalmer@hamamatsu.co.uk T: +44 1707 294 888 W: www.hamamatsu.com Happy AG Rolf Brogle Fabrikstrasse 7, Gossau CH-9201 Switzerland T: +41 71 387 4444 W: www.happy.ch Health and Safety Laboratory Sam Bradbrook Harpur Hill, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9JN United Kingdom E: hslinfo@hsl.gov.uk T: +44 1298 218 000 W: www.hsl.gov.uk

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HealthTec and Medicines KTN Sue Dunkerton TWI Ltd, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridgeshire CB21 6AL United Kingdom E: sue.dunkerton@twi.co.uk T: +44 1223 899 000 W: healthtech.globalwatchonline.com

HL-Planartechnik GmbH Johannes Herrnsdurf MEAS Deutschland GmbH, Hauert 13, Dortmund D-44227 Germany E: johannes.herrnsdurf@hlplanar.de T: +49 231 97400 W: http://cms.hlplanar.de

Heiq Materials AG Murray Height Zurcherstrasse 42, Bad Zurzach CH-5330 Switzerland E: height@heiq.com T: +41 56 250 6850 W: www.heiq.com

Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft (HTW) Chur Ulrich Pfammatter Pulvermühlestrasse 57, Chur CH-7004 Switzerland E: ulrich.pfammatter@fh-htwchur.ch T: +41 81 286 2432 W: www.fh-htwchur.ch

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Sponsored by... IMEC Maarten Willems Kapeldreef 75, Leuven B-3001 Belgium E: maarten.willems@imec.be T: +32 16 28 8378 W: www2.imec.be Imperial College London Eva Kirkby Technology Transfer office, South Kensington Campus, London SW7 2AZ United Kingdom E: e.kirkby@imperial.ac.uk T: +44 20 7594 1042 W: www3.imperial.ac.uk Imperial Innovations Dr Govind Pindoria 12th Floor, EEE Building, Imperial College, South Kensington, London SW7 2AZ United Kingdom E: govind.pindoria@imperial.ac.uk T: +44 20 7581 4949 W: www.imperialinnovations.co.uk Imprimatur Capital Ltd Dr Peter Curley Hudson House, 8 Tavistock Street, London WC2E 7PP United Kingdom E: peter.curley@imprimaturcapital.com T: +44 20 3170 7624 W: www.imprimaturcapital.com IMS Europe Limited Jezz Leckenby 39 de Bohun Court, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 2BA United Kingdom E: jezz@ims-europe.net T: +44 1799 521 881 W: www.ims-europe.net IMS Nanofabrication AG Hans Loeschner Schreygasse 3, Vienna A-1020 Austria E: hans.loeschner@ims.co.at T: +43 1214 4894 W: www.ims.co.at INASMET Isabel Obieta Mikeletegi Pasealekua, 2, Parque Tecnológico / Teknologi Parkea, Donostia, San Sebastian E-20009 Spain E: iobieta@inasmet.es T: +34 943 00 3700 W: www.insamet.es INCDIE ICPE-CA Ioan Cristinel Splaiul Unirii, Nr. 313, Sector 3, Bucharest RO-030138 Romania E: office@icpe-ca.ro T: +40 21 34 7231 W: www.icpe-ca.ro Incrementha PD& I Henry Suzuki Avenida dos Jamaris, 100 – Cj. 802, Moema, Sao Paulo BR-04708-000 Brazil E: henry.suzuki@incrementha.com.br W: www.incrementha.com.br Independent Project Solutions (UK) Ltd Kieran Green 5 Coates Fields, Barnoldswick, Lancashire BB18 6YW United Kingdom T: +44 1282 850 977

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Innovnano Andre De Albuquerque Lagoas Parque, Edificio 6, Piso 2, Porto Salvo, Aljustrel P-2740-244 Portugal E: andre.albuquerque@cuf.pt T: +351 21 005 85 00 W: www.innovnano.pt Insititute of Chemistry Churnru Wang Chinese Academy of Science, 2 North 1 Street, Zhongguancun, Hadian District, Beijing PRC-1000190 China E: crwang@iccas.ac.cn T: +86 10 626 52120 W: www.iccas.ac.cn Institut Curie - Research Simon Scheuring UMR-CNRS 168, 11, rue Pierre et Marie Curie, Cedex 05, Paris F-75231 France E: simon.scheuring@curie.fr T: +33 1 42 34 67 81 W: www.curie.fr Institut für Bio- und Nanosysteme Professor Hans Lüth Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich D-52425 Germany E: h.lueth@fz-juelich.de T: +49 2461 612341 W: www.fz-juelich.de Institut fur Dunnschichttechnologie Lisa Kleinen TU Kaiserlautern, Maarweg 32, Rheinbreitbach D-53619 Germany E: kleinen@physik.uni-kl.de T: +49 0222 490 0693 W: www.uni-kl.de Institut für Dünnschichttechnologie und Mikrosensorik e.V. (IDM) Dr Burkhard Schulz Kantstraße 55, Teltow D-55 14513 Germany E: schulz@idm-teltow.de T: +49 3328 3346 11 W: www.idm-teltow.de Institut fur Energie - und Umwelttechnik e.V. (IUTA) Christof Asbach Bliersheimer St. 60, Duisburg D-47229 Germany E: asbach@iuta.de T: +49 2065 4180 W: www.iuta.de Institut fur Energiewirtschaftund Rationelle Energieanwendung (IER) Professor Alfred Voss Universitat Stuttgart, Heßbrühlstraße 49a, Stuttgart D-70565 Germany E: Alfred.Voss@ier.uni-stuttgart.de T: +49 711 685 87811 W: www.ier.uni-stuttgart.de Institut für Festkörperforschung Professor Rainer Waser Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich D-52425 Germany E: r.waser@fz-juelich.de T: +49 2461 615811 W: www.fz-juelich.de Institut für Mikroelektronik Stuttgart (IMS-CHIPS) Dr Joachim Burghartz Allmandring 30a, Stuttgart D-70569 Germany E: burghartz@ims-chips.de T: +49 711 21855-200 W: www.ims-chips.de

Independent Researcher Rostyslav Sklyar Verchratskogo st. 15-1, Lviv UA-79010 Ukraine E: sklyar@tsp.lviv.ua T: +38 097 336 5495 W: www.tsp.lviv.ua/~sklyar

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Institut fur Mikrosystemtechnik (IMTEK) Nicole Mutter University of Freiburg, Georges-Koehler-Allee 106, Freiburg D-79110 Germany E: Nicole.Mutter@imtek.de T: +49 761 203 7455 W: www.imtek.de

Indian Institute of Technology M Singaperumal 2nd Floor Iscr Building, IIT, Chennai, Tamil Nadu IND-600 036 India E: msingham@iitm.ac.in T: +91 44 2257 4678 W: www.iitd.ac.in

Innovent eV Dr Anke Niemann Innovent e.V., Technology Development Jena, Prussingstrasse 27B, Jena D-07745 Germany E: innovent@innovent-jena.de T: +49 3641 28 2510 W: www.innovent-jena.de

Institut für Nanotechnologie (INT) Professor Horst Hahn Hermann-von-Helmholtz-Platz 1, Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen D-76344 Germany E: horst.hahn@kit.edu T: +49 7247 82 6350 W: www.int.kit.edu

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Bodh Mehta Hauz Khas, New Delhi IND-110 016 India E: brmehta@physics.iitd.ac.in T: +91 11 2658 2037 W: www.iitd.ac.in

INNOVENT Technologieentwicklung e.V. Dr Matthias Schnabelrauch Biomaterials, Pruessingstrasse 27B, Jena D-07745 Germany E: ms@innovent-jena.de T: +49 3641 282512 W: www.innovent-jena.de

Institut für Okologische Wirtschaftsforschung (IÖW) - Geschäftsstelle Ulrich Petschow Potsdamer Str. 105, Berlin D-10785 Germany E: ulrich.petschow@ioew.de T: +49 30 884 5940 W: www.ioew.de

Institut für Photonische Technologien e.V. (IPHT) Dr Hartmut Bartelt Albert - Einstein - Str. 9, Postfach 100239, Jena D-07702 Germany E: hartmut.bartelt@ipht-jena.de T: +49 3641 206 200 W: www.ipht-jena.de Institut für Physikalische und Theoretische Chemie Gunther Proll Universität Tübingen, Auf der Morgenstelle 8, Tubingen D-72076 Germany E: guenther.proll@ipc.uni-tuebingen.de T: +49 7071 297 3048 W: www.ipc.uni-tuebingen.de Institut fur Polymere Daniela Zehnder ETH Zurich, HCI H 517, Wolfgang-Pauli-Str. 10, Zurich CH-8093 Switzerland E: daniela.zehnder@mat.ethz.ch T: +41 44 633 64 90 W: www.polychem.mat.ethz.ch Institut fur Technische Chemie Thomas Donauer Universitätsbereich Stadtmitte, Postfach 10 60 37, Stuttgart D-70049 Germany E: poststelle@uni-stuttgart.de T: +49 711 6850 W: www.uni-stuttgart.de/index.en.html Institut fur Technische Chemie Yvonne Traa Universitätsbereich Stadtmitte, Postfach 10 60 37, Stuttgart D-70049 Germany E: traa@itc.uni-stuttgart.de T: +49 711 685 64061 W: www.uni-stuttgart.de/index.en.html Institut für Textil- und Verfahrenstechnik der Deutschen Institute für Textil- und Faserforschung Dr Thomas Stegmaier Koerschtalstrasse 26, Denkendorf D-73770 Germany E: thomas.stegmaier@itv-denkendorf.de T: +49 711 9340 219 W: www.itv-denkendorf.de Institut fur Werkstofftechnik und Kunststoffverarbeitung (IWK) Florian Gschwend Oberseestrasse 10, Rapperswil CH-8640 Switzerland E: florian.gschwend@hsr.ch T: +41 55 222 4770 W: www.iwk.hsr.ch Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) Syafsir Akhlus Jalan AR Hakim, Industrial Engineering D-18, Sukolilo, Surabaya RI-60111 Indonesia E: akhlus@its.ac.id T: +62 31 599 425154 W: www.its.ac.id Institute for Bioelectronic and Molecular Microsystems (IBMM) Mick Card School of Electronic Engineering, University of Wales Bangor, Dean Street, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 1UT United Kingdom E: mick@informatics.bangor.ac.uk T: +44 1248 382 010 W: www.ibmm-microtech.co.uk Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) Pastora Martinez Samper Parc Cientific de Barcelona, Campus Diagonal. Universitat de Barcelona, Edifici Modular, C/Josep Samitier 1-5, Barcelona E-08028 Spain E: pmartinez@ibec.pcb.ub.es T: +34 93 403 9270 W: www.pcb.ub.es Institute for Environment and Sustainability David Rickerby European Commission Joint Research Centre (JRC), TP-272, Via E. Fermi 2749, Ispra (VA) I-21027 Italy E: david.rickerby@jrc.ec.europa.eu T: +39 033 278 5972 W: http://ies.jrc.ec.europa.eu

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Institute for Health & Consumer Protection (IHCP) Hermann Stamm Joint Research Centre, TP 203, Ispra (VA) I-21020 Italy E: hermann.stamm@ec.europa.eu T: +39 0332 789 111 W: http://nmi.jrc.ec.europa.eu Institute for New Materials (INM) Thomas Muller Im Stadwald, Building D2-2, Saarbrucken D-66123 Germany E: thomas.mueller@inm-gmbh.de T: +49 681 9300 406 W: www.inm-gmbh.de Institute for Reference, Materials and Measurements (IRMM) Olivier Couteau Joint Research Center, Retiesweg 111, Geel B-2440 Belgium E: olivier.couteau@ec.europa.eu T: +32 14 571 614 W: http://irmm.jrc.ec.europa.eu Institute for System Level Integration (iSLI) Dr Mark Begbie Heriot-Watt University Research Park, Research Avenue North, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH14 4AP United Kingdom E: mark.begbie@sli-institute.ac.uk T: +44 131 510 0670 W: www.sli-institute.ac.uk Institute of Biochemistry (IB) Magdalena Moisei Romanian Academy, Splaiul Independentei 296, Bucharest RO-060031 Romania E: mmoisei@biochim.ro T: +40 21 223 90 69 W: www.biochim.ro

Institute of Industrial Technologies and Automation (ITIA) Marianna Carlino National Research Council, Via dei Taurini 19, Rome I-00185 Italy E: marianna.carlino@itia.cnr.it T: +39 06 906 72 501 W: ww.itia.cnr.it Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) Dr Peter Davies Danum House, South Parade, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN1 2DY United Kingdom E: peter.davies@iom3.org T: +44 1302 320 486 W: www.iom3.org Institute of Microelectronics (IMEL) Androula Nassiopoulou NCSR “Demokritos, Terma (End) Patriarhou Gregoriou Street, PO Box 60228, Aghia Paraske GR-15310 Greece E: a.nassiopoulou@imel.demokritos.gr T: +30 210 654 2783 W: http://imel.demokritos.g Institute of Nanotechnology Keith Dingwall Lord Hope Building, 141 St James Road, Glasgow G4 0LT United Kingdom E: keith.dingwall@nano.org.uk T: +44 141 303 8444 W: www.nano.org.uk Institute of Occupational Health Timo Tuomi Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A, Helsinki FIN-00250 Finland E: timo.tuomi@ttl.fi T: +358 30 4741 W: www.ttl.fi

Institute of Electrical Engineering Jozef Novak Slovak Academy of Sciences, Dúbravská cesta 9, Bratislava SK-842 39 Slovakia E: eleknova@savba.sk T: +421 2 5922 2555 W: www.elu.sav.sk

Institute of Organic Chemistry Sanjay Mathur University of Wurzburg, Am Hubland, Wurzberg D-97074 Germany E: s.mathur@uni-wuerzburg.de T: +49 931 888 4783 W: www.organik.chemie.uni-wuerzburg.de

Institute of Electrochemistry and Energy Systems (IEES) Evelina Slavcheva Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Acad. G. Bonchev Str., Bl. 10, Sofia BG-1113 Bulgaria E: slavcheva@bas.bg T: +359 2 979 6397 W: www.bas.bg

Institute of Physical and Theoretical Chemistry Gunter Gauglitz University of Tuebingen, Auf der Morgenstelle 8, Tubingen D-72076 Germany E: guenter.gauglitz@ipc.uni-tuebingen.de T: +49 7071 297 6927 W: www.ipc.uni-tuebingen.de

Institute of Electrochemistry and Energy Systems (IEES) Iovka Dragieva Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, G. Bonchev St., Block 10, Room 212, Sofia BG-1113 Bulgaria E: iovka@bas.bg T: +359 2 979 2783 W: www.bas.bg

Institute of Physical Chemistry Marek Pietraszkiewicz Polish Academy of Sciences, 44/52 Kasprzaka, Warsaw PL-01-224 Poland E: pietrasz@ichf.edu.pl T: +48 22 343 2000 W: www.ichf.edu.pl

Institute of Problems of Chemical Physics (RAS) Igor Domashnev Acad. Semenov av., 1, Chernogolovka, Moscow Region RUS-142432 Russian Federation T: +7 495 993 5707 W: www.icp.ac.ru Institution of Electrical Engineering and Technology (IET) Mrs Fiona Dew Michael Faraday House, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2AY United Kingdom E: fdew@theiet.org T: +44 1438 767 645 W: www.theiet.org Instituto de Desenvolvimento e Inovacao Tecnologica (IDIT) Dr Roberto Frias Rua do IDIT - Asparagus, Santa Maria da Feira P-4520-102 Portugal E: feup@fe.up.pt T: +351 256 370 100 W: www.idit.up.pt Instituto de Microelectronica de Madrid (IMM-CNM) Fernando Briones 8 Tres Cantos, Madrid E-28760 Spain E: briones@imm.cnm.csic.es T: +34 91 806 0700 W: www.imm.cnm.csic.es Instituto de Tecnologia Ceramica Vicente Sanz Avda. de Vicent Sos Baynat, Castellon E-12006 Spain E: vsanz@itc.uji.es T: +34 964 34 2424 W: www.itc.uji.es Instituto di Tecnologie Industriali a Automazione (ITIA) Francesco Jovane Via Bassini 15, Milan I-20133 Italy E: francesco.jovane@itia.cnr.it T: +39 2 2369 9998 W: www.itia.cnr.it Instituto Technologico de la Construccion AIDICO Jose Cormano Technological Park, Avda. Benjamín Franklin, 17 Paterna, Valencia E-46980 Spain E: manolo.lloris@aidico.es T: +96 131 8278 W: www.aidico.es Instituto Tecnológico del Embalaje, Transporte y Logística (ITENE) Ileana Recalde Parque Tecnologico, C/Albert Einstein, 1, Paterna, Valencia E-46980 Spain E: lrecalde@itene.com T: +34 963 905 400 W: www.itene.com

Institute of Physics (IOP) Angela Gage IOP Publishing, Dirac House, Temple Back, Bristol, Avon BS1 6BE United Kingdom E: angela.gage@iop.org T: +44 117 930 1153 W: www.iop.org

Integrated Nano-Science & Commodity Exchange (INSCX) Charles McGovern 10-9 World Exchange Limited, The Brampton, Knights Solicitors LLP, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffordshire ST5 0QW United Kingdom E: info@nanocapitalmarkets.com T: +44 1782 517 840 W: www.inscx.com

Institute of Physics (IOP) Dr Dipali Chauhan 76 Portland Place, London, Greater London W1B 1NT United Kingdom E: dipali.chauhan@iop.org T: +44 20 7470 4825 W: www.iop.org

Intelligent Formulation Limited Graham Clayton Textile House, Red Doles Lane, Off Leeds Road, Huddersfield HD2 1YF United Kingdom E: graham.clayton@intelligentformulation.org T: +44 1484 346 558 W: www.intelligentformulation.org

Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) Rachel Hackett Grange Lane, Letchmore Heath, Watford, Hertfordshire WD25 8GD United Kingdom E: rachel.hackett@igd.com T: +44 1923 857 141 W: www.igd.com

Institute of Plasma Physics and Laser Microfusion Kongjia Wang Chinese Academy of Aciences, P. O. Box 1126, Hefei, Anhui PRC-230031 China E: kjwang@ipp.ac.cn T: +86 551 559 1319 W: www.ipp.ac.cn

Institute of Industrial Technologies and Automation (CNR - ITIA) Prof Tullio Tollio Via Bassini 15, Milan I-20133 Italy E: itia.milano@itia.cnr.it T: +39 02 2369 9941 W: www.itia.cnr.it

Institute of Plasma Physics and Laser Microfusion (IPPLM) Marcin Rosinski PO Box 49, Warsaw PL-00-908 Poland E: rosinski@ifpilm.waw.pl T: +48 22 638 1460 W: www.ifpilm.waw.pl

Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO) University of Aarhus Luisa Filipponi University of Aarhus, Ny Munkegade 118, Building 1521, Aarhus C DK-8000 Denmark E: inano@inano.au.dk T: +45 894 23711 W: www.inano.au.dk

Institute of Electron Technology (ITE) Piotr Dumania Radzikowskiego 152, Krakow PL-31-342 Poland E: pdumania@ite.waw.pl T: +48 12 662 8270 W: www.ite.waw.pl Institute of Fundamental Technological Research Jaroslaw Piekarski Polish Academy of Sciences, Pawinskiego, 5B, Warsaw PL-02-106 Poland E: jpiekar@ippt.gov.pl T: +48 22 826 1281 W: www.ippt.gov.pl

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PELLENC Selective Technologies Antoine Bourely 125 Rue François Gernelle, BP 124, Cedex 4, Pertuis F-84124 France E: a.bourely@pellencst.com T: +33 4 9009 4790 W: www.pellencst.com

Pheonix Scientific Industries (PSI) Limited Paul Newbatt 15 Apex Business Park, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 3JU United Kingdom E: info@psiltd.co.uk T: +44 1323 449 001 W: www.psiltd.co.uk

Orange Communications SA/AG Jonathan Castro Av. Gratta-Paille 2, Case postale 455, 30 Grey, Lausanne CH-1000 Switzerland E: jonathan.castro@orange.ch T: +41 21 216 1010 W: www.orange.ch

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology Victoria Craig North End Road, Yatton, Bristol BS49 4AP United Kingdom E: victoria.craig@oxinst.co.uk T: +44 1934 837 053 W: www.oxinst.com

PEPITe SAE Dominique Archambeau Rue Paul Devaux 3, Boîte 001, Liege B-4000 Belgium E: d.archambeau@pepite.be T: +32 4 225 58 10 W: www.pepite.be

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PharmaMar SA Pilar Calvo Avda. De Los Reyes, 1, Pol. Ind. La Mina-Norte, Colmenar Viejo, Madrid E-28770 Spain E: pcalvo@pharmamar.com T: +34 91 846 6000 W: www.pharmamar.com

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Photon & Polymers (PnP) Khalid Zahouily 66 Rue Du Général De Gaulle, Lutterbach F-68460 France E: k.zahouily@tiscali.fr T: +33 3 89 538 310 W: www.photonpolymers.com

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Plasso Technology Ltd. David Barton c/o BD Biosciences, The Innovation Centre, 217 Portobello, Sheffield S1 4DP United Kingdom E: info@plasso.com T: +44 114 222 4435 W: www.plasso.com

Photonics KTN Ian Tooley Geddes House, Kirkton North, Livingston, Scotland EH54 6GU United Kingdom E: i.tooley@photonicsktn.org T: +44 1506 200 172 W: www.photonicsktn.org.uk

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S S2E2 Jerome Finot C/o STMicroelectronics, 16 rue Pierre et Marie Curie, 16 rue Pierre et Marie Curie, BP 7155, Tours Cedex 02 F-37071 France E: jerome.finot-s2e2@st.com T: +33 2 47 42 41 41 W: www.s2e2.fr Saint - Roch Couvin Luciano Dapra Rue de la Gare, 36, Couvin B-5660 Belgium E: lucianodapra@saintrochcouvin.com T: +32 60 37 01 43 W: www.saintrochcouvin.com Saint-Gobain Recherche Maud Foresti 39 Quai Lucien Lefranc, B.P. 135, Aubervilliers F-93303 France E: maud.foresti@saint-gobain.com T: +33 1 48 395 800 W: www.saint-gobain-recherche.com Salio Nanotechnologies Ltd Omer Eiferman 14 Einstein St., 4th FL, PO Box 4103, Kiryat Weizmann, Nes Ziona IL-74104 Israel E: omer@salio.com T: +972 8 939 6999 W: www.salio.com Saltigo GmbH Oliver Rhode Katzbergstrasse 1, Langenfeld D-40764 Germany E: info@saltigo.com T: +49 2173 203 3154 W: www.saltigo.com Sampas Nanotechnology Eser Karakaya Çubuklu Mah. Orhan Veli Kanik Cad. Yakut Sok, Eryilmaz Plaza No:3 K:3, Kavacik/Beykoz, Istanbul TR 34810 Turkey E: eser.karakaya@sampas.com.tr T: +90 216 425 9777 W: www.sampasnano.com Samsung Electronics Research Institute Kwan Rim Mt. 14-1, Nongseo-dong, Giheung-gu, Younggin-si, Gyunggi-do ROK-449-712 South Korea E: krim@samsung.com T: +82 31 280 9114 W: www.samsung.com Sangyo Times Inc. Yuki Shimada 5-5-4 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo J-101-0021 Japan E: shimaday@sangyo-times.co.jp T: +81 33 834 5133 W: www.sangyo-times.co.jp Sanitized AG Heinz Katzenmeier Lyssachstrasse 95, P.O. Box 1449, Burgdorf CH-3400 Switzerland E: heinz.katzenmeier@sanitized.com T: +41 34 427 16 21 W: www.sanitized.com SAP Research CEC Karlruhe Uwe Kubach SAP AG, Vincenz-Priessnitz-Str. 1, Karlsruhe D-76131 Germany E: uwe.kubach@sap.com T: +49 721 690 271 W: www.sap.com Sapien Process Technologies Steve Hales Newton Hall, Town Street, Newton, Cambridge CB22 7ZE United Kingdom E: enquiry@sapien-equipment.com T: +44 1223 870 213 W: www.sapien-equipment.com SAVIMEX Francois Houbre Parc d’Activités des Bois de Grasse, 1 Avenue Louison Bobet, BP 85262, Grasse F-06131 France E: francois.houbre@savimex.fr T: +33 4 93 703 812 W: www.savimex.fr

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Siam Cement Group (SCG) Chemicals Butra Boonliang 10-i-1 Rd, Map Ta Phut Industrial Estate, Muang District, Rayong T-21150 Thailand E: butrab@scg.co.th T: +66 38 91 2380 W: www.scg.co.th Sibelco UK Limited Emma Brown Moneystone Quarry, Whiston, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST10 2DZ United Kingdom E: emma.brown@sibelco.com T: +44 1538 704 580 W: www.sibelco.com Sihl AG Christian Brun Bolligenstrasse 93, Berne CH-3006 Switzerland E: info@sihl.ch T: +41 31 340 8900 W: www.sihl.ch Silac AG Peter Meier Euthalerstrasse 40, Euthal CH-8844 Switzerland E: peter.meier@silac.ch T: +41 55 418 4400 W: www.silac.ch Silicon Saxony Birgit Monssen City of Dresden, City Department of Economic Affairs, Dr.-Külz-Ring 19, Dresden D-01067 Germany E: wirtschaftsfoerderung@dresden.de T: +49 351 488 2439 W: www.dresden.de/business Simpleware Ltd Rajab Said Innovation Centre, Rennes Drive, Exeter, Devon EX4 4RN United Kingdom E: r.said@simpleware.com T: +44 1392 247 948 W: www.simpleware.com Singular ID Pte Ltd Adrian Burden 11 Biopolis Way, 04-08 Helios Building SGP-138667 Singapore E: adrian.burden@singular-id.com T: +65 6777 3115 W: www.singular-id.com SIRRIS Collectief Centrum van de Belgische Technologische Industrie (WTCM - CRIF) Marc Stappen Wetenschapspark 3, Diepenbeek B-3590 Belgium E: marc.vanstappen@wtcm.be T: +32 498 919 347 W: www.wtcm.be SIRRIS Collectief Centrum van de Belgische Technologische Industrie (WTCM - CRIF) Peter Ramaekers Celestijnenlaan 300C, Bus 04026, Heverlee B-3001 Belgium E: peter.ramaekers@wtcm.be T: +32 498 919 468 W: www.wtcm.be SITEX 45 SRL Ulieru Dumitru R & D Department, 114 Ghica Tei Blvd., Sector 2, Bl. 40, Ap. 2, Dep. 2, Bucharest RO-72335 Romania E: dumitru_ulieru@yahoo.com.hk T: +40 31 806 2122 Skanska Pharmaceutical Group Lad Jay Maple Cross House, Denham Way, Maple Cross, Ricksmanworth, Hertfordshire WD3 9SW United Kingdom E: skanska@skanska.co.uk T: +44 1923 776 666 W: www.skanska.co.uk Slovak Academy of Sciences (SAV) Simona Klingova Stefanikova 49, Bratislava SK-814 38 Slovakia E: klingova@up.upsav.sk T: +421 2 5751 0103 W: www.sav.sk SLS Optics Susan Thompson Tromode Industrial Estate, Tromode, Isle of Man IM4 4QD United Kingdom E: enquiries@slsoptics.com T: +44 1624 616 728 W: www.slsoptics.com

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Spinomix Thomas Svoboda PSE-B, Lausanne CH-1015 Switzerland E: tomas.svoboda@spinomix.com T: +41 21 693 92 50 W: www.spinomix.com Spinverse Tom Crawley Innopoli 2, Tekniikantie 14, Espoo FIN-02150 Finland E: tom.crawley@spinverse.com T: +358 50 463 7149 W: www.spinverse.com ST Microelectronics s.r.l. Francesco Buonocore Stradale Primosole 50, Catania I-95121 Italy E: francesco.buonocore@st.com T: +39 095 740 1111 W: www.st.com Staatssekretariat fur Wirtschaft (SECO) Regula Egli Effingerstrasse 31, Berne CH-3003 Switzerland E: regula.egli@seco.admin.ch T: +41 31 322 5656 W: www.seco.admin.ch Steinbeis-Europa-Zentrum Norbert Höptner c/o Haus der Wirtschaft, Erbprinzenstr. 4-12, Karlsruhe D-76133 Germany E: hoeptner@steinbeis-europa.de T: +49 711 123 4010 W: www.steinbeis-europa.de

Solarcoating Machinery GmbH Thomas Kolbusch Roseller Strasse 4, Dormagen D-41539 Germany E: kolbusch@solarcoating.de T: +49 2133 269 562 W: www.solarcoating.de

Steptoe & Johnson LLP Anna Gergely 240 Avenue Louise, Box 5, Brussels B-1050 Belgium E: agergely@steptoe.com T: +32 2 626 0542 W: www.steptoe.com

Solaronix SA Asef Azam Rue de l’Ouriette 129, Aubonne CH-1170 Switzerland E: asef.azam@solaronix.com T: +41 21 821 2280 W: www.solaronix.com

STI Hartchrom AG Steinach Michael Hekli Schulstrasse 70, Steinach CH-9323 Switzerland E: hartchrom@hartchrom.com T: +41 71 447 9797 W: www.hartchrom.com

Solent Synergy Limited Mr Nigel Vaughan 25 Barnes Wallis Road, Segensworth East, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO15 5TT United Kingdom E: nigel@solentsynergy.co.uk T: +44 1489 889 882 W: www.solentsynergy.co.uk

Stiftung Institut für Werkstofftechnik (IWT) Professor Lutz Mädler Badgasteiner Strasse 3, Bremen D-28359 Germany E: lmaedler@iwt.uni-bremen.de T: +49 421 218 7737 W: www.iwt-bremen.de

Solvay Chemicals GmbH Ferdinand Hardinghaus Am Guterbahnhof, Bad Honnigen D-53557 Germany E: ferdinand.hardinghaus@solvay.com T: +49 2635 73203 W: www.solvay.com

STMicroelectronics SA Jean-Marc Chery 850, rue Jean Monnet, 850 rue Jean Monnet, Crolles Cedex F-38926 France T: +33 4 76 92 60 00 W: www.st.com

SORIS Mr Christopher Drew PO Box 502, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 9HG United Kingdom E: cdrew@soris.org T: +44 1707 321 680 W: www.soris.org

Strata Technology Partners Edward Roskill 32 Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0DH United Kingdom E: edward.roskill@strata-partners.com T: +44 20 7730 1200 W: www.strata-partners.com

Southern Clay Products (SCP) Inc Doug Hunter 1212 Church Street, Gonzales, Texas TX 78629 United States of America E: dhunter@scprod.com T: +1 830 672 1994 W: www.scprod.com Specac Ltd Mr Mark Gunning 361-366 Buckingham Avenue, Slough SL1 4LU United Kingdom E: mark.gunning@specac.co.uk T: +44 1689 892 902 W: www.specac.com Special Clincial Manufacturing (SCM) Pharma David Keen Unit 6 Regents Drive, Low Prudhoe Industrial Estate, Prudhoe, Northumberland NE42 6PX United Kingdom E: info@scm-pharma.com T: +44 1661 838 161 W: www.scm-pharma.com Speciality Textiles Tim Neal Sirus House, Unit 2 Greenham Business Park, Nr Wellington, Somerset TA21 0LR United Kingdom E: sales@speciality-textiles.com T: +44 1823 660 665 W: www.speciality-textiles.com

Suez Environement Auguste Bruchet 38 Rue Président Wilson, Le Pecq F-78230 France E: auguste.bruchet@suez-env.com T: +33 1 3976 4323 W: www.suez-environnement.com Sungkyunkwan University Young-Jin Kim College of Engineering, 53 Myeongnyun-dong 3-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul ROK-110-745 South Korea E: yjkim50@skku.edu T: +82 2760 0152 W: www.skku.edu Surrey University Tiju Joseph Advanced Technnology Institute, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH United Kingdom E: tiju.joseph@npl.co.uk T: +44 7725 637 907 W: www2.surrey.ac.uk Suss MicroTec AG Hans-Georg Kapitza Schleißheimer Str. 90, Garching D-85748 Germany E: h.kapitza@suss.com T: +49 89 320 070 W: www.suss.com

Sustainable Engine Systems Ltd Drummond Hislop 51 Artesian Road, London W2 5DB United Kingdom E: hislop@msn.com T: +44 20 7792 2241 suva Marc Truffer Case Postale 287, Arbeitssicherheit Avenue de la Gare 23, Lausanne CH-1001 Switzerland E: marc.truffer@suva.ch T: +41 21 310 8030 W: www.suva.ch Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing & Research (EMPA) Bernd Nowack Technology and Society Laboratory, Innovation and Technology Analysis Unit, Lerchenfeldstrasse 5, St Gallen CH-9014 Switzerland E: Bernd.Nowack@empa.ch T: +41 71 274 7474 W: www.empa.ch Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing & Research (EMPA) Hans-Josef Hug Laboratory for Nanoscale Materials Science, Überlandstrasse 129, Dübendorf CH-8600 Switzerland E: hans-josef-hug@empa.ch T: +41 44 823 4125 W: www.empa.ch Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing & Research (EMPA) Stephan Siegmann Feuerwerkerstr. 39, Thun CH-3602 Switzerland E: stephan.siegmann@empa.ch T: +41 33 228 2945 W: www.empa.ch Swiss MNT Network Prof. Alex Dommann c/o FSRM, Ruelle DuPeyrou 4, Case Postale 2353, Neuchâtel CH-2000 Switzerland E: alex.dommann@csem.ch T: +41 32 720 09 00 W: www.swiss-mnt-network.ch Swiss National Science Foundation Dr. Niklaus Bühler Smart Materials (National Research Programme/NRP 62), Route du Pâquier 8, Marly CH-1723 Switzerland E: niklaus.buehler@sl.ethz.ch T: +41 79 304 00 42 W: www.pnr62.ch Swiss National Science Foundation Mark Bächer Opportunity and Risks of Nanomaterials (National Research Programme/NRP 64), Life Science Communication AG, Küsnacht CH-8700 Switzerland E: mark.baecher@lscom.ch / nfp64@snf.ch T: +41 43 266 88 55 W: www.pnr64.ch

Syspeo SA Yves de Valensart Schoenmaeckers Flemingcenter, Rue du Laid Burniat 5, Louvain-la-Neuve B-1348 Belgium E: yvs@syspeo.be T: +32 1 068 74 84 W: www.syspeo.be

T Taiho Kogyo Co. Ltd Senjiro Shibata Hosoya Plant, 2-47 Hosoya-Cho, Toyota-City, Aichi J-471-8502 Japan E: shibata@taihonet.co.jp T: +81 565 289 284 W: www.taihonet.co.jp Taipro Engineering Michel Saint-Mard Rue des Chasseurs-Ardennais, Angleur B-4031 Belgium E: m.saintmard@taipro.be T: +32 4 382 44 94 W: www.taipro.be Taiwan Representative Office Yung-hsiang Chen 50 Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0EB United Kingdom T: +44 20 7881 2650 W: www.roc-taiwan.org.uk Tata Chemicals Limited Rajiva Agarwal Bombay House, 24 Homi Mody Street, Fort, Mumbai IND-400 001 India E: Rajeev.agarwal@tatachemicals.com T: +91 22 6665 8282 W: www.tatchemicals.com TCI Europe NV Mechelsesteenweg 34, bus 12, Antwerp B-2018 Belgium E: sales@tcieurope.eu T: +32 3 735 07 00 W: www.tcieurope.eu Tech Welding Jean-Pierre Paulus Rue de la Gare, 48, Aiseau B-6250 Belgium E: info@tech-welding.be T: +32 4 7540 67 85 W: www.tech-welding.be TechnesiumTC Robert Bennett 118 West Streetsboro Street, Suite 237, Hudson, Ohio OH 44236 United States of America E: info@technesiumtc.com T: +1 796 323 9289 W: www.technesiumtc.com Technical University of Clausthal (TU Clausthal) Peter Dietz Fritz-Süchting-Institute for Mechanical Engineering, Robert-Koch-Straße 32, Clausthal-Zellerfeld D-38678 Germany E: Dietz@imw.tu-clausthal.de T: +49 5323 722 270 W: www.imw.tu-clausthal.de

Swiss Optic AG Martin Brinsa Heinrich-Wild-Strasse, Heerbrugg CH-9435 Switzerland E: swissoptic@swissoptic.com T: +41 71 727 3074 W: www.swissoptic.com

Technical University of Denmark Peter Peterson Department of Physics, Gregersensvej 3, Taastrup DK-2630 Denmark E: peter.r.e.peterson@teknologisk.dk T: +45 72 20 20 00 W: www.teknologisk.dk

Symons Mirror Technology Graham Allberrey 5 Wedgewood Court, Wedgwood Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 4QR United Kingdom E: graham.allberrey@smt.gb.com T: +44 1438 745 022 W: www.smt.gb.com

Technical University of Ostrava (VSB-TU) Vlastimil Matejka Center for Nanotechnology, 17. listopadu 15/2172, Ostrava - Poruba CZ-708 33 Czech Republic E: vlastimil.matejka@vsb.cz T: +420 597 732 1519 W: www.en.vsb.cz

Syngenta AG Kim Travis CTL, Alderley Park, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK10 4TJ United Kingdom E: kim.travis@syngenta.com T: +44 1625 582 711 W: www.syngenta.com Synprotec Limited Christian Dowdeswell 303 Clayton lane, Manchester M11 4SX United Kingdom E: cdowdeswell@synprotec.com T: +44 161 223 3344 W: www.synprotec.com Synthetis Metals Vincent Minon Avenue Jean Monnet, Louvain-la-Neuve B-1348 Belgium E: vincent.minon@synthetis.com T: +32 1 047 77 44 W: www.synthetis.com

Technifutur ASBL Maurice Semer Rue Bois Saint-Jean 15-17, Ougree B-4102 Belgium E: maurice.semer@technifutur.be T: +32 4 382 45 11 W: www.technifutur.be Technion-Israel Institute of Technology Alexander Gordon Technion City, Haifa IL-32000 Israel E: agordon@tx.technion.ac.il T: +972 4 829 3097 W: www.technion.ac.il Technium Swansea Wayne James Sa1 Swansea Waterfront, Kings Road, Swansea SA1 8PH United Kingdom E: wayne.james@wales.gsi.gov.uk T: +44 1792 485 500 W: www.optictechnium.com

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Technofutur Industrie ASBL Alain Stas Avenue Georges Lemaitre 22, Gosselies B-6041 Belgium E: alain.stas@tfindustrie.be T: +32 7 125 03 50 W: www.tfindustrie.be Technological Centre LEITAT David Amantia Passeig 22 de juliol, Terrassa, Barcelona E-08221 Spain E: damantia@leitat.org T: +34 93 788 2300 W: www.leitat.org Technology Centre AS CR Jitka Kubatova Rozvojova 135, Prague 6 CZ-165 02 Czech Republic E: kubatova@tc.cz T: +420 2203 90 728 W: www.tc.cz Technoprenur Ltd David Tolfree Daresbury Tower, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury Laboratory, Warrington WA4 4AD United Kingdom E: d.tolfree@dl.ac.uk T: +44 1925 264 347 Technord SA Michel Caldara Rue de la Lys 21, Tournai B-7500 Belgium E: m.caldara@technord.com T: +32 6 925 73 11 W: www.technord.com Technores Sp. Z oo Stefano Carnevale ul.Boya Zelenski 16, Rzeszów PL-35-105 Poland E: technores-rzeszow@o2.pl T: +48 17 850 4413 W: www.technores.pl Tecnolub SA Patrick Hendrick Zoning industriel de Kaiserbaracke 6, Rechte B-4780 Belgium E: patrick.hendrick@tecnolub.be T: +32 4 78 54 96 06 W: www.tecnolubsystem.com Tecnun- Escuela Superior De Inginieros Javier Santos Departamento de Organización Industrial, Campus Tecnológico de Universidad de Navarra, Paseo de Manuel Lardizábal, 13, Donostia - San Sebastian E-20018 Spain E: jsantos@tecnun.es T: +34 943 219 877 W: www.tecnun.es TECO Electric and Machinery Co Ltd Chih-Che Kuo 10F, No. 3-1, Yuan Cyu St, Nan-Kang, Taipei RC-115 Taiwan E: alex-kuo@teconano.com.tw T: +886 2 6615 9111 W: www.tecomotor.com.tw Tegra Holz & Energie AG Dino Alfare Via Innovativa 11, Domat/Ems CH-7013 Switzerland E: info@axpo-holz.ch T: +41 81 632 33 33 W: www.axpo-holz.ch Teijin Aramid BV Marcin Otto Velperweg 76, PO Box 5153, Arnhem NL-6802 ED Netherlands E: marcin.otto@teijinaramid.com T: +31 62 220 5327 W: www.teijinaramid.com Telescope Technologies Ltd Alec Waters 1 Morpeth Wharf, Birkenhead, Merseyside CH41 1NQ United Kingdom E: arw@ngat.com T: +44 151 650 3100 Temas AG Karlheinz Hohener Egnacherstrasse 69, Arbon CH-9320 Switzerland E: karl.hoehener@temas.ch T: +41 71 446 5030 W: www.temas.ch

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Tesco plc Stuart Challenor Cirrus Building A, Shire Park, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 1GA United Kingdom E: stuart.challenor@uk.tesco.com T: +44 1992 649 214 W: www.tesco.com

Timcal Graphite & Carbon Ltd Thomas Gruenberger Strada Industriale, Bodio CH-6743 Switzerland E: info@ch.timcal.com T: +41 91 873 2010 W: www.timcal.com

TRIMEK SA Silvia de la Maza Camino de la Yesera, 2, Pol. Ind. Islarra, Altube E-01139 Spain E: smaza@trimek.com T: +34 945 430 718 W: www.trimek.com

Tethis S.r.l. Karsten Wegner Via Russoli, 3, Milan I-20143 Italy E: karsten.wegner@tethis-lab.com T: +39 02 3656 8349 W: www.tethis-lab.com

Tin Technology Ltd Tony Wallace Unit 3 Curo Park, Frogmore, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL2 2DD United Kingdom E: tony.wallace@tintechnology.com T: +44 1727 875 544 W: www.tintechnology.com

Triskel Consultants Ltd Ken Wittamore 12 St. Fimbarrus Road, Fowey, Cornwall PL23 1JJ United Kingdom E: kw@triscon.co.uk T: +44 1726 833 864 W: www.triscon.co.uk

Tetra Pak (Suisse) SA Alain Collaud Zone Industrielle de la Maillarde, CP 32, Romont CH-1680 Switzerland E: alain.collaud@tetrapak.com T: +41 26 651 8602 W: www.tetrapak.com

Tivecoma NV Jean-Paul Issi Pastoor De Conincklaan 22, Antwerp B-2610 Belgium E: jean-paul.issi@tivecoma.com T: +32 3 825 3779 W: www.tivecoma.com

TRUMPF Laser GmbH & Co KG Sascha Weiler Aichhalder Strasse 39, Schramberg D-78713 Germany E: sascha.weiler@de.trumpf-laser.com T: +49 7422 5150 W: www.trumpf-laser.com

Textilforschungsinstitut Thüringen-Vogtland e.V. (TITV) Dirk Zschenderlein Zeulenrodaer Straße 42-44, Greiz D-07973 Germany E: d.zschenderlein@titv-greiz.de T: +49 3661 611203 W: www.titv-greiz.de

TMX Risk Solutions Matthew Clark c/o Lark Group, Century House, North Station Road, Colchester, Essex CO1 1RE United Kingdom E: matthew.clark@larkinsurance.co.uk T: +44 1206 771 288 W: www.larkinsurance.co.uk

TF Instruments GmbH Susanne Schulze Im Neuenheimer Feld 583, Heidelberg D-69120 Germany E: info@.tf-instruments.com T: +49 6221 5880110 W: www.tf-instruments.com

TOFAS AS Semih Erturk Yalova Yolu 10, km, PK 60, Bursa TR-16369 Turkey E: Semih.Erturk@tofas.com.tr T: +90 224 261 0350 W: www.tofas.com.tr

Thales Corporate Services Wilson Maia Filho 18 avenue du Marechal Juin, Meudon la Foret Cedex F-92366 France E: wilson.maia@thalesgroup.com T: +33 1 70 28 23 93 W: www.thalesgroup.com The Engineer Ellie Zilfagharifard C/o Centaur Media plc, 50 Poland Street, London W1F 7AX United Kingdom E: ellie.z@centaur.co.uk T: +44 20 7970 4424 W: www.theengineer.co.uk Themis Ventures LLP Dr Enrique Tabares 18b Cunnington Street, London W4 5EN United Kingdom E: info@themisventures.co.uk T: +44 20 87 420 198 W: www.themisventures.co.uk Thermal Transfer Ltd Nigel Frost Thermal Transfer House, 2, Railway Street, Glossop, Derbyshire SK15 7AG United Kingdom E: nigel.frost@thermal-transfer.co.uk T: +44 1457 854 341 W: www.thermal-transfer.co.uk Thermark Paul Harrison 33 Hammond, Suite 205, Irvine, California CA 92618 United States of America E: paul.harrison@thermark.com T: +1 323 344 9500 W: www.thermark.com Thermico GmbH & Co KG Gotz Matthaus Franz-Schlüter-Strasse 10–16, Dortmund D-44147 Germany E: gma@thermico.biz T: +49 231 3 17510 W: www.thermico.biz

Tokyo Ohka Kogyo Co., Ltd Satoshi Fujimura 1590 Tabata, Samukawa-machi, Kozagun, Kanagawa J-253-0114 Japan E: s-fujimura@tok.co.jp T: +81 467 75 4466 W: www.tok.co.jp Tolsa SA Antonio Esteban Parque Impresarial “Las Marcedes”, Calle Campezo, 1 Edif.D 2a, Madrid E-28022 Spain E: aesteban@tolsa.com T: +34 91 360 6973 W: www.tolsa.com Toray Industries Mitsuo Okumura Verulam Gardens, 70 Grays Inn Road, London WC1X 8NH United Kingdom E: mitty0967@clock.ocn.ne.jp T: +44 20 7663 7765 W: www.toray.com Torrecid SA Francisco SanMiguel Partida Torreta s/n, Alcora E-12110 Spain E: torrecid@torrecid.com T: +34 964 360 900 W: www.torrecid.com Toyo Seikan Kaisha Ltd Yoshitaka Tatsumi 1-3-1 Uchisaiwaicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo J-100-8522 Japan T: +81 3 3508 2112 W: www.toyo-seikan.co.jp Toyota Industries Yusuke Yamamoto 2-1 Toyoda-cho, Kariya-shi, Aichi J-448-8671 Japan E: yusuke.yamamoto.ac@mail.toyota-shokki.co.jp T: +81 5662 22511 W: www.toyota-shokki.co.jp

Thorson Chemical Praha s.r.o. Karel Sykora Cernosicka 145, Praha 5 - Lipence, Prague CZ-155 31 Czech Republic E: ota@thorson.cz T: +420 257 923 589 W: www.thorson.cz

Trelleborg offshore Nick Byrne Stanley Way, Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 8EA United Kingdom E: nick.byrne@trelleborg.com T: +44 1695 712 000 W: www.trelleborg.com

Thüringisches Institut für Textil- und KunststoffForschung e.V. Dr Stefan Reinemann Breitscheidstraße 97, Rudolstadt D-07407 Germany E: reinemann@titk.de T: +49 3672 379400 W: www.titk.de

Trelleborg Offshore Ronnie Doctor Paxton Place, West Pimbo, Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 9EA United Kingdom E: ronnie.doctor@trelleborg.com T: +44 1695 714 361 W: www.trelleborg.com/offshore

TSI Instruments Ltd Ian Bennett 1 Beach Road West, Portishead, Bristol BS20 7HR United Kingdom E: ian.bennett@tsi.com T: +44 1275 847 837 W: www.tsi.com Tupperware Belgium NV Bart Louwagie Pierre Corneliskaai 35, Aalst B-9300 Belgium T: +32 53 727 211 W: www.tupperware.be Turrella Textiles Pty Ltd Robert Wallace 63 Turrella Street, Turrella, New South Wales AUS-2205 Australia T: +61 2 9597 6644 TUV SUD Industrie Service GmbH Rolf Zollner Westendstrasse 199, Munich D-80686 Germany E: rolf.zoellner@tuev-sued.de T: +49 89 5791 1591 W: www.tuev-sued.de TVS Textilverband Schweiz Manfred Bickel Waldmannstrasse 6, St Gallen CH-9014 Switzerland E: Manfred.bickel@tvs.ch T: +41 71 274 9090. W: www.swisstextiles.ch

U UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) Nick Stuart Kingsgate House, 66-74 Victoria Street, London SW1E 6SW United Kingdom E: nick.stuart@uktradeinvest.gov.uk T: +44 20 7215 4815 W: www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk Umweltbundesamt-für Mensch und Umwelt (Federal Environment Agency) Wolfgang Duppert Wörlitzer Platz 1, Dessau-Rosslau D-06844 Germany T: +49 340 21030 W: www.umweltbundesamt.de Unijet Co. Ltd Kim Seogsoon Delice Building B-B101, 135-5 Sangdaewon-dong, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Kyungki-do ROK-462-807 South Korea E: sgsnkim@lycos.co.kr T: +82 31 743 7723 W: www.unijet.co.kr Unilever Technology Ventures John Melrose 201 California Street, Suite 325, San Francisco, California CA 94111 United States of America E: john.melrose@unilever.com T: +1 415 354 4910 W: www.unilever.com Unimatic Engineers Ltd Martin Stevens Unimatic House, Granville Road, London NW2 2LN United Kingdom E: ms@unimatic.com T: +44 20 8922 1000 Union Chemical IND Co Ltd Chih-Hsiung Kang 6th Fl., No. 9, De-Hui Street, Jhong-Shan District, Taipei RC-104 Taiwan T: +886 2 2595 4321 W: www.unionchemical.com.tw

Sponsored by... Union Economique Gestoria Benigno Rodriguez Rue Berré, 45, Jette B-1090 Belgium E: brodriguez@uegsite.com T: +32 2 426 99 24 W: www.uegsite.com Universidade Nova de Lisboa (Uninova) Rui Neves-Silva Faculty of Science and Technology (FCT), Caparica P-2829-516 Portugal E: ms@fct.unl.pt T: +351 212 949 636 W: http://www-d.dee.fct.unl.pt Universita di Modena e Reggio Emilia Cristina Leonelli Department of Materials Engineering and Environment, via Amendola, 2 - Pad. Buccola, Reggio Emilia I-42100 Italy E: cristina.leonelli@unimore.it T: +39 059 205 6247 W: www.unimore.it

Vaisala Oyj Eeva-Liisa Lakomaa PO Box 26, Vanha Nurmijärventie 21, Helsinki FIN-00421 Finland E: eeva-liisa.lakomaa@vaisala.com T: +358 9 894 91 W: www.vaisala.com Van Molle B.V.B.A. Guy De Backer Broekstraat 14, Herdersem (Aalst) B-9310 Belgium E: bvba.vanmolle@busmail.net T: +32 5 371 03 15 W: www.vanmolle.eu VDI/VDE Technologiezentrum GmbH Dr Michael Gleiche VDI Technology Center, Postfach 101139, VDI-Platz 1, Dusseldorf D-40468 Germany E: gleiche@vdi.de T: +49 211 6214 586 W: www.vditz.de

Universitat Jaume I Juan Bisquert Departament de Física, Av. de Vicent Sos Baynat, Castelló de la Plana E-12071 Spain E: bisquert@fca.uji.es T: +34 964 72 80 23 W: www.fca.uji.es

VDI/VDE Technologiezentrum GmbH Gabi Fernholz Rheinstr. 10 B, Teltow D-14513 Germany E: fernholz@vdivde-it.de T: +49 3328 435 252 W: www.vdivde-it.de

Universitat Munster Harald Fuchs Physikalisches Institut Institugruppe 1, Wilhelm-Klemm-Str. 10, Munster D-48149 Germany E: fuchsh@nwz.uni-muenster.de T: +49 251 833 3621 W: www.uni-muenster.de/Physik.PI

VDI/VDE Technologiezentrum GmbH Sebastian Lange Steinplatz 1, Berlin D-10623 Germany E: slange@vdivde-it.de T: +49 30 310 078299 W: www.vdivde-it.de

University of Malta Jonathan Borg Department of Manufacturing Engineering, Msida M-06 Malta E: jjborg@eng.um.edu.mt T: +356 2340 2366. W: www.eng.um.edu.mt

Veneto Nanotech S.c.p.a. Iolanda Olivato Via San Crispino 106, Padova I-35129 Italy E: iolanda.olivato@venetonanotech.it T: +39 049 770 5500 W: www.venetonanotech.it

University of Western Australia Geoff Pocock Office of Industry and Innovation M462, Administration Building - G52, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, Perth, Western Australia WA-6009 Australia E: geoff.pocock@uwa.edu.au T: +61 8 6488 4713 W: www.oii.uwa.edu.au UPM Ltd Dr Frank Wardle Mill Lane, Stanton Fitzwarren, Swindon, Wiltshire SN6 7SA United Kingdom E: fpwardle@upm.org.uk T: +44 1793 764 329 W: www.upm.org.uk Upper Austrian Research GmbH David Stifter TECH CENTER Linz-Winterhafen, Hafenstraße 47-51, Linz A-4020 Austria E: david.stifter@uar.at T: +43 732 9015 5600 W: www.uar.at Uras Techno Co. Ltd Ichiro Kokubo Takagi Bldg, 3-9 Iwamotocho 1-Chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo J-101-0032 Japan E: kokubo@uras-techno.co.jp T: +81 3 3863 6423 W: www.uras-techno.co.jp Uri Fine Plating Co Ltd Donggyon Seo #153, Sinbong-dong, Heungdeok-gu, Cheonan-si ROK-361 839 South Korea E: week1414@urijd.com T: +82 43 262 6380 W: www.urijd.com US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Thomas Treye 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland MD 20814 United States of America E: info@cpsc.gov T: +1 301 504 7923 W: www.cpsc.gov

V V2I Daniel Simon Spatiopôle – Parc Scientifique du Sart-Tilman, Rue des Chasseurs Ardennais 4, Angleur B-4031 Belgium E: d.simon@v2i.be T: +32 4 367 30 63 W: www.v2i.be

Ventizz Capital Partner Advisory AG Willi Mannheims Graf-Adolf-Strasse 18, Dusseldorf D-40212 Germany E: w.mannheims@ventizz.de T: +49 211 862 869 10 W: www.ventizz.de Veolia Water Outsourcing Limited Marianne Evans London Road, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire WD3 1FN United Kingdom E: marian.evans@veoliawater.co.uk T: +44 1923 293 510 W: www.veoliawater.co.uk Verband Deutscher Maschinen - und Anlagenbau eV German Engineering Federation (VDMA) Eric Maiser Lyoner St. 18, Frankfurt am Main D-60528 Germany E: eric.maiser@vdma.org T: +49 69 6603 1433 W: www.vdma.org Verband Deutscher Maschinen - und Anlagenbau eV German Engineering Federation (VDMA) Frank Knecht Boulevard A. Reyers 80, Brussels B-1030 Belgium E: frank.knecht@mcm.be T: +32 2 706 8219 W: www.vdma.org Verband Deutscher Maschinen - und Anlagenbau eV German Engineering Federation (VDMA) Thilo Brodtmann Hauptstadtbüro, Unter den Linden 42, Berlin D-10117 Germany E: thilo.brodtmann@vdma.org T: +49 30 306 9460 W: www.vdma.org Verbraucherzentrale Bundesverband eV -Federation of German Consumer Organisations (VZBV) Holger Krawinkel Pillbox - Markgrafenstraße 66, Besuchereingang: Rudi-Dutschke-Straße 17 (ehemals Kochstraße 22), Berlin D-10969 Germany E: krawinkel@vzbv.de T: +49 30 258000 W: www.vzbv.de Vertellus Biomaterials Dorian Anderson Unit 3, The Bullpens, Manor Court, Herriard, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG25 2PH United Kingdom E: danderson@vertellus.com T: +44 1256 381 955 W: www.vertellus.com

Victoria Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD) Terry Dyson GPO Box 4509, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, Victoria AUS-3001 Australia E: terry.dyson@iird.vic.gov.au T: +61 3 9651 9867 W: www.iird.vic.au VIN technology services Gino Bellavia Birmingham Research Park, Vincent Drive, Birmingham B15 2SG United Kingdom E: g.bellavia@vin.bham.ac.uk T: +44 121 414 9040 W: www.vin-technology.co.uk Virtual Institute on Nano Films (VINF) Frédéric Mirabella Allée des Noisetiers, 2 bte 30, Angleur B-4031 Belgium E: fmirabella@vinf.eu T: +32 4 367 83 39 W: www.vinf.eu Viscom AG Volker Pape Carl-Buderus-Str. 9-15, Hannover, Lower Saxony D-30455 Germany E: volker.pape@viscom.de T: +49 511 9499 669 W: www.viscom.de Vistec Electron Beam GmbH Ines Stolberg Goeschwitzer Str. 25, Jena D-07745 Germany E: ines.stolberg@vistec-semi.com T: +49 3641 65 1955 W: www.vistec-semi.com Vivid Components Ltd Dr. Bruce Napier 23 Devon Square, Newton Abbott, Devon TQ12 2HU United Kingdom E: bruce@vividcomponents.co.uk T: +44 1803 322 653 W: www.vividcomponents.co.uk Voith Paper Fabrics GmbH & Co KG Juergen Abraham St. Pöltener Str. 43, Heidenheim D-89522 Germany E: info.voithpaper@voith.com T: +49 7321 370 W: www.voithpaper.com

W Wallonia Space Logistics (WSL) SA Agnès Flémal Liege Science Park, Rue des ChasseursArdennais 4, Angleur B-4031 Belgium E: a.flemal@wsl.be T: +32 4 367 30 63 W: www.wsl.be Warwick Design Consultants Ltd Mr Andrew Gibbs 12 Waterloo Park, Bidford on Avon, Warwickshire B50 4JG United Kingdom E: wdc@warwickdesign.com T: +44 1789 490 591 W: www.warwickdesign.com Waterford Institute of Technology John O’Dwyer Materials Characterisation and Processing Group, Cork road, Waterford Ireland E: jodwyer@wit.ie T: +353 51 302 060 W: www2.wit.ie West Micro Technologies Limited Kyle Jiang 90 Salisbury Road, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8JY United Kingdom E: k.jiang@wmtl.co.uk T: +44 121 414 6800 West Midlands in Europe Richard Tufts Avenue d’Auderghem, 22-28, Oudergemselaan 22-28, Brussels B-1040 Belgium E: richard.tufts@westmidlandsineurope.org T: +32 2 740 2710 W: www.westmidlandsineurope.org Wipf Holding AG Heidi Hopp Industriestrasse 29, Volketswil CH-8604 Switzerland E: info@wipf.ch T: +41 44 947 2220 W: www.wipfgruppe.com

WTB-Dr J Weiss Johannes Weiss Hinterheuweiler 22, Heuweiler D-79194 Germany E: wtb-dr.weiss@t-online.de T: +49 7666 7497 W: www.wtb-drweiss.de Wuppertal Institut für Klima, Umwelt, Energie GmbH Volker Türk Doeppersberg 19, Wuppertal D-42103 Germany E: volker.tuerk@wupperinst.org T: +49 202 2492152 W: www.wupperinst.org

X XenoSense Limited Andrew Baxter Unit 18 The Innovation Centre, Northern Ireland Science Park, Queen’s Island, Belfast BT3 9DT United Kingdom E: andrew.baxter@xenosense.co.uk T: +44 2890 737 930 W: www.xenosense.co.uk

Y Y-Carbon Ranjan Dash 900 First Ave, Building 4, Suite 242, King of Prussia PA 19406 United States of America E: rdash@y-carbon.us T: +1 610 878 6226 W: www.y-carbon.us Yasar Paint and Chemicals Gulsen Celiker Setustu:23, Kabatas, Istanbul Turkey T: +90 212 251 4640 W: www.yasar.com.tr York Pharma GmbH Karlheinz Nocker Marktstrasse 28, Homberg D-35315 Germany E: k.nocker@yorkpharma.com T: +49 6633 643 928 Yorkon Limited Ian Wilcock New Lane, Huntington, York YO32 9PT United Kingdom T: +44 1904 610 990 W: www.yorkon.co.uk

Z Zentrum fur Interdisziplinare Riskoforschung und Nachhaitige Technikentwicklung (ZIRN ) Antje Grobe Universitat Stuttgart, Seidenstr. 36, 2. und 3. OG (Anmeldung Zi 3.021), Stuttgart D-70174 Germany E: antje.grobe@sowi.uni-stuttgart.de T: +49 711 6858 4295 W: www.zirn-info.de Zentrum für Mikroproduktion e.V. (ZeMPro) Dr Monika Leester-Schädel C/o TU Braunschweig, Institut für Mikrotechnik, Alte Salzdahlumer Str. 203, Braunschweig D-38124 Germany E: m.leester@tu-bs.de T: +49 531 391 9781 W: www.microcompany.de Zentrum fur Technologiefolgen-Abschatzung (TA-Swiss) Sergio Bellucci TA-SWISS, Effingerstrasse 43, P.O. Box 3008, Berne CH-3003 Switzerland E: sergio.bellucci@ta-swiss.ch T: +41 31 322 99 66 W: www.ta-swiss.ch Ziba Rang Paint Ramin Karkhanechi 10 Vanity Cres, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 4E6 Canada E: raminmk@rogers.com T: +1 416 930 3048 Zimmer GmbH Dieter Ulrich Building 540. Sulzer-Allee 8, Winterthur CH-8404 Switzerland T: +41 52 262 6070 W: www.zimmer.com

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Intellectual Property Office

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The Centre for Polymer Micro and Nano Technology

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