Upcoming Events hosted by the International Asssociation of Nanotechnology

The International Association of Nanotechnology & The California Institute of Nanotechnology are proud to present

Call for Papers
5th International Congress of Nano-Bio Clean Tech 2008
October 27-30, 2008
San Francisco, CA

The International Association of Nanotechnology is now accepting abstracts for the upcoming International Congress of Nano-Bio & Clean Tech 2008.
For More information:
http://www.ianano.org/CallforPapers.htm

Venue
San Francisco Airport Marriott
1800 Old Bayshore Highway
Burlingame, California 94010 USA

Date
October 27 - 30, 2008

A weekly seminar and networking opportunity for business executives, entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, and all professionals who are interested in the emerging field of nanotechnology, bionanotechnology and clean technology. Light lunch will be provided.

Our next meeting will be on Thursday May 1, 2008.

Speaker:
Dr. Charles Zhou
Co-founder
Quantum Intelligence and Cascade Clean Energy

11:30 AM -12:15 PM: Networking over lunch
12:15 PM -1:30 PM: Presentation and group discussion
1:30 PM: Meeting adjourned.

Topic: Clean Tech Investment Challenges

Join the Clean Tech Institute and the International Association of Nanotechnology for a discussion of the state of Clean Tech and the challenges that lie ahead at our weekly Nano Lunch on Thursday, May 1, 2008.

Guest speaker Dr. Charles Zhou, co-founder of Quantum Intelligence and Cascade Clean Energy, will outline a new method used to recover energy from wastewater using Microbial Fuel Cell (MFC) technology. CASCADE stands for Computer-Assisted Strain Construction and Development Engineering. It chooses smart, metabolic-efficient microorganisms, such as, electrogenic bacteria that converts organic matter in wastewater to electricity and clean water in terms of reducing biochemical oxygen demand.

Dr. Charles Zhou earned his doctoral degree in Materials Science and Engineering from MIT, 1991 and his Masters degree in electrochemical corrosion from McMaster University, Canada, 1987. He was a Principal Investigator of more than 20 federal grants and contracts. He published more than 30 papers in science and technology. He led a team of talented engineers at Intel in 1995 and dramatically improved the Pentium yield rate for the chip company. Before founding Quantum Intelligence, Dr. Zhou successfully managed more than 30 IBM business partners across industries at IBM data management marketing organization. He co-founded Quantum Intelligence, Inc. which offers business solutions for the Department of Defense. CASCADE Clean Energy is a spin off from a former Bio-defense program granted to Quantum Intelligence.

An overview of the wide range of clean tech and nanotech training programs offered by the California Institute of Nanotechnology will also be presented.

Our NanoLunch Seminar series is held every Thursday from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM and feature presentations, open discussions and networking opportunities with industry leaders.

Registration: $10 for non-IANANO members; free to members.

Please complete the online registration form:
http://nanotechcongress.com/registration-nanolunch.htm

For more information, please contact us at 408-280-6222 or email to info@ianano.org

A monthly networking event for business executives, entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, and all professionals who are interested in the emerging field of nanotechnology, bionanotechnology and clean technology.

The Forum is normally scheduled to be held on the 3rd Tuesday on the month at the Corporate Headquarters of the International Association of Nanotechnology, in San Jose, California.

Upcoming Meeting: Tuesday May 20, 2008 at 5:30 PM-8:00 PM

Location: Corporate Offices of the International Association of Nanotechnology
1290 Parkmoor Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126

Agenda:

Light appetizers and beverage will be served at 5:30 PM
5:30 PM-6:30PM: Networking & light dinner
6:30 PM-8:00PM: Presentation and group discussion

Topics: Angel Investment Strategies in Clean Tech

Speakers:

Nicola Corzine
Deal manager
Band of Angels

Rick DeGolia
Angel Investor
The Angels’ Forum

Summary

Angel investment strategies in clean tech will be the topic for this month’s Nano Bio Clean Tech Forum on Tuesday, May 20, sponsored by the Clean Tech Institute in conjunction with the International Association of Nanotechnology.

How do you identify a good business model for investment? What are some of the nuances and trends in angel clean tech investment? What’s the best way to secure funding from an angel investment firm? What’s the difference between angel investors and venture capitalists? These are only some of the questions that will be addressed during this interactive forum.

Our guest speakers for the event include Nicola Corzine, deal manager for the Band of Angels. She is the founder and executive director of Financing Partners, an organization offering specific programs designed to help entrepreneurs and investors reach their mutual objectives. Nicola has a broad background in investor relations and marketing at both startup companies such as Digital Integrity and financial institutions, including Credit Suisse First Boston.

Rick DeGolia, an angel investor with The Angels’ Forum, will also serve as a guest presenter during the event. He has raised more than $6 million in venture funding, and was responsible for defining Apptera’s overall business strategy. He also served as a partner with Wilson, Sonsini, Goodrich & Rosati, where he represented clients through formation, private financings and initial public offerings in the software, semiconductor and telecommunications industries.

Registration Fee: $10 for members; $10 for CINANO Alumni; $20 for non-members and $30 at the door

Registration on-line: http://www.nanotechcongress.com/registration-NBC.htm

For speaking opportunity in the future events, please visit:

http://www.nanotechcongress.com/speaking.htm

For more information, please contact us at 408-280-6222 or email to info@ianano.org

12th International Conference
Biodetection Technologies 2008
"Technological Response to Biological Threats"
June 23-25, 2008
Hyatt Regency Atlanta - Atlanta, GA

With an emphasis on rapid detection and low-cost identification, Biodetection Technologies is an internationally recognized meeting that provides solutions to the challenges presented by the evolving pattern of complex biological threat agents of various origins. Known for its impressive lineup of speakers from around the world and industry leaders exhibiting the latest technologies, this conference is not to be missed.

PDF Downloads:

Conference Brochure (839 KB)

Sponsor & Exhibitor Prospectus (350 KB)

For more information, please visit the 12th Biodetection Technologies 2008 Conference Website.