About Us

The Nano-Network, a Northeast Ohio based organization was founded in 2003 by scientists, entrepreneurs, and financiers to improve and expand nanotechnology research and commercialization efforts in Ohio. Since inception, the Nano-Network has expanded to over 400 active members which includes engineers (electrical, mechanical and chemical), scientists (medical and materials) and business professionals from both industry and academia.

The Nano-Network’s objective is to act as a hub for the awareness, development and commercialization of nanotechnology in Northeast Ohio. We are playing a vital role in making the region a recognized center in nanotechnology activity.

The Nano-Network has sponsored a number of meetings and activities designed to unify and invigorate the nanotechnology community in Northeast Ohio. These activities include major conferences such as Nano Week™, a nanotechnology business idea contest, advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and at the Ohio Statehouse, as well as regular meetings and networking events, held approximately every 2 months.

 

In 2005, NorTech, the regional economic development organization focused on aligning and leveraging the region's technology assets to build a more globally competitive technology economy, assumed management responsibility for the Nano-Network. 2006 has seen a continuation of nanotechnology events and presentations, with increasing attendance and interest.

June 2006 Event: "From the Lab to Commercialization: Nanotechnology Perspectives from Oak Ridge National Laboratory"  (From Left to Right) Stan Theobald, Managing Director, ASM International; Chris Mather Executive Director, Nano-Network; Linda Horton, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; and Jim Marder, Technical Director, ASM International. The event was sponsored by ASM International. 


 
March 2006 Event: "The U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative: An Engine for Innovation and Competitiveness"

(From Left to Right) Shuvo Roy, Co-Director, BioMEMS Lab at the Cleveland Clinic; John Tucker, Lead Industry Consultant, Keithley Instruments; Chris Mather, Executive Director, Nano-Network; Dr. Celia Merzbacher, Executive Director, President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology; and Alexis Abramson, Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering Department, Case.