North Carolina Nanotechnology Commercialization Conference

NC Nanotech Conference registration extended

Register online by Noon, Monday March 23rd and save $50! Do not miss your chance to join leading minds at North Carolina's first State Nanotechnology Commercialization Conference, March 25-26th, 2009. Gov. Beverly Perdue will deliver the luncheon keynote speech on Thursday, March 26.The conference also will feature educational workshops, networking opportunities and exhibit booths, as well as talks by key researchers and industry leaders who are driving nanotechnology success statewide. Other featured speakers include: � Matthew Nordan, President of Lux Research, who will address, �The Nanotechnology Opportunity: Comparing Nanotech with Life Sciences and IT.� � Dr. Joseph DeSimone, Chancellor�s Eminent Professor of Chemistry, UNC-Chapel Hill, and William R. Kenan Jr. Distinguished Professor of Chemical Engineering, N.C. State University, who will outline �The Value of Commercializing Nanotechnology.� Other reasons to attend: � Hear over 30 experts in their field speak about nanotechnology commercialization � Visit over 20 exhibit booths featuring various organizations interested in nanotechnology in North Carolina � Find out why multi-national companies focus on NC for identifying emerging technologies � Enjoy a legislative reception featuring delicious nano-themed food � View a race car enhanced using nanotechnology � Numerous networking opportunities including an ice cream social .

North Carolina Governor Beverly Perdue will deliver the luncheon keynote speech

Less than a month remains until the conference. Don't miss your chance to hear from Governor Perdue and other leading minds about nanotechnology in North Carolina - register now for the conference to take advantage of the early registration fee. Important upcoming deadlines to note: � Friday, March 6th - last day for sponsor logos to be included in conference signage and booklet. Visit the website for a sponsor booklet. � Monday, March 10th - last day to sign up for an exhibitor table at the conference. Click here to exhibit at the conference. Only a few exhibitor spaces remain! � Friday March 15th - Early registration fee ($125) ends. Late and on-site registration fee is $175. Conference website: www.ncscitech.com/ncncc

10 reasons to register for the NC Nanotechnology Commercialization Conference

Have you ever wondered... 1. Why should I care about nanotechnology? 2. What does nanotechnology have to do with NASCAR? 3. What cutting-edge discoveries are being made in nanotechnology and nanoscience research? 4. How can I fund my nanotech breakthrough? 5. What do investors and intellectual property experts advise when it comes to commercializing nanotechnology? 6. Which North Carolina companies are already using nanotechnology to enhance every day products? 7. How does nanotechnology compare with biotechnology and information technology? 8. What do leaders in industry, research, and the public sector think about commercializing nanotech in North Carolina? 9. Who are the people who have successfully built companies around nanotechnology applications? 10. Why is everyone, even NC Governor Perdue, talking about nanotechnology as an important "emerging technology"? For answers to all these and more, register for the NC Nanotechnology Commercialization Conference! Early bird registration fee ($125) expires March 15th. Prominent speakers include Secretary of Commerce Mr. Keith Crisco, 2008 News and Observer Tar Heel of the Year Dr. Joseph DeSimone, and President of Lux Research, Mr. Matthew Nordan. For a full list of speakers and detailed agenda, visit: www.ncscitech.com/ncncc

NORTH CAROLINA NANOTECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALIZATION CONFERENCE

Register now to take advantage of the low $125 early registration rate. Exhibitor booths are still available. "Nano Industry Shifts from R and D to Commercialization"� - Small Times Magazine, November 6, 2008 The promise of nanotechnology is moving from the lab to the marketplace. In 2007, $147 billion worth of nanotech-enabled products sold worldwide, and global corporations are positioning themselves to take advantage of the coming growth in this important technology. A recent survey of leading corporations conducted by Lux Research found that 100% of the companies interviewed cited external cooperation with universities, start-ups, or corporations as a key component to their strategies, and 94% of respondents report their organizations have a specific strategy for exploiting nanotech innovation. Is your organization prepared to take advantage of this global shift to commercialize nanotechnology? Do you know where to turn to access the people and resources you'll need to be successful in this fast-moving industry? Register for this conference that brings together entrepreneurs, business leaders, researchers, investors, and service providers from across North Carolina and the nation to focus on this critical question of nano commercialization. In two carefully structured days packed with educational workshops and networking opportunities, you'll meet key researchers and industry leaders who are driving nanotechnology success in the state of North Carolina.

Registration open! NC Nanotech Commercialization Conference: March 25-26 2009

Come to this groundbreaking conference to meet prominent North Carolinians in the field of nanotechnology, find out more about nanotechnology in North Carolina, and to hear about exciting discoveries that are revolutionizing everything from healthcare to your golf game! This conference will have a special emphasis on commercializing Nanotechnology and Nanoscience research.

Check out Keynote Speakers and Conference Program

Please visit the updated NCNCC website to view the conference program and keynote speaker information.