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NTI 2008 Funding Packet Available
NTI 2008 Funding Information Packet
The NTI is pleased to announce that the 2008 Funding Information Packet is available and ready for download. Funds are available for Technology Development, Commercialization, and Proof of Concept. Information sessions were held on May 7 and 8 at Temple University and the University of Pennsylvania. If you are interested applying for NTI funds, you can download information by clicking the link above.
Penn Nanotech Society
The Penn Nanotech Society is an student organization at the University of Pennsylvania where students discuss and explore the growing nanotech industry, and explore career opportunities in the field. more»
May 7 & 8 Information Sessions on NTI Funding Opportunities
The NTI is pleased to announce that it has been funded through June 2009 to support nanotechnology projects, commercialization activities and corporate collaborations. more»
What is the Nanotechnology Institute?
The Nanotechnology InstituteTM (NTI) is changing the way the Greater Philadelphia Region advances new, transformative technologies.
From Discovery to Commercialization, the NTI is the region’s first partnership created be a catalyst for nanotechnology development, commercialization and company formation. Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania (BFTP/SEP), the University of Pennsylvania, and Drexel University created the NTI in 2000. more»
How Does the NTI Work?
The NTI facilitates the research, development and commercialization of nanotechnology’s real-world applications. By providing funding, intellectual property and commercialization assistance, the NTI expedites the rate at which revolutionary technologies are brought to market, changing our world and fueling our economy. more»
Accomplishments and Economic Impact
The NTI has been aggressive in the areas of technology and economic development. To date, the NTI has helped produce more than 80 intellectual property assets, facilitated seven technology licenses, created or assisted 13 young companies, and attracted more than $172 million in public and private investment to the region. more»
The State of Nanotechnology
The importance of nanotechnology to future industry and national economic well-being is no longer a matter of debate. The number of first-generation (material) nanotechnology-dependent and nanotechnology-enabled products is exploding. more»
Events
Dr. Green at NanoBusiness Alliance Conference
Dr. Anthony Green will participate in a panel on Economic Development at the Seventh Annual NanoBusiness Alliance Conference on May 6. more»
Federal Tech Investment Program (TIP) Webcasts
The new Technology Innovation Program (TIP) at NIST is launching a series of webcasts to inform interested parties about the new grants program designed to fund high-risk, high-reward research in areas of critical national need. more»
Nano for Business 2008 Conference
Learn About: The Positive Impact of Current Uses, Available Regional Resources, Government Funding, Research, The Future of Nanotechnology more»