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GE Global
Research and Molecular Nanosystems to develop nanostructure-based
field emission devices.
December
16, 2002. GE Global Research (Niskayuna, NY) and Molecular Nanosystems
(Palo Alto, CA) have jointly won a National Institute of Standards
and Technology (NIST) Advanced Technology Program (ATP) award to
develop a template synthesis platform for growing large arrays of
aligned nanorods. The three-year, $5.8 million program is focused
on taking nanotechnology out of the lab and onto the manufacturing
floor by creating a scalable, low-cost platform to precisely control
the structure and fabrication of advanced materials. These materials
can be used in highly specialized applications from medical imaging
systems, to fluorescent lamps, to flat-panel displays. If successful,
this program could have a significant impact on the detection of
diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and breast cancer, and
on the use of energy by everyday products.
The mission of GE Global Research's nanotechnology program is to
create breakthrough business impact by demonstrating the use of
nanomaterials in GE products. Its team of researchers, ranging from
material scientists to chemists, studies the properties and composition
of nanomaterials and seeks to make them behave in a way that is
beneficial for business applications.
Molecular Nanosystems
produces high-quality single and multi-walled carbon nanotubes in
massive arrays and networks. Their patent-protected method for creation
is scalable and uses site-selective chemical vapor deposition.
"We are really excited about this opportunity to exhibit how
advanced materials can perform to the requirements of actual applications.
Molecular Nanosystems' expertise in producing quality carbon nanotubes
will allow GE Global Research to accelerate our highly innovative
materials efforts," said Margaret Blohm, manager of nanotechnology
programs at GE Global Research.
"We are
excited about working with GE Global Research. The company's leadership
in technology innovation, product integration, and its entrepreneurial
spirit will provide for a fruitful and successful collaboration.
This partnership signifies an important milestone in the growth
of our company and validates the importance of nanotechnology in
various segments of our economy," said Xihong Deng, CEO of
Molecular Nanosystems.
NIST-ATP awards are earned through a peer-reviewed competition,
with innovation, technical risk, potential economic benefits to
the nation and the strength of the commercialization plan of the
project, as criteria. ATP provides cost-shared funding to industry-led
teams that can include non-profits and universities to help advance
challenging, high-risk research and development projects that have
the potential to spark important, broad-based economic or social
benefits for the United States.
About GE Global Research
GE Global Research is one of the world's most diversified industrial
research labs, providing innovative technology for all of GE's businesses
(NYSE: GE). Global Research has been the cornerstone of GE technology
for more than 100 years, developing breakthrough innovations in
areas such as medical imaging, energy generation technology, jet
engines and lighting. GE Global Research is headquartered in Niskayuna,
New York and has facilities in Bangalore, India, Shanghai, China
and Munich, Germany. Visit GE Global Research at www.research.ge.com.
About Molecular
Nanosystems, Inc.
Molecular Nanosystems, Inc. is engaged in research, development,
production and distribution of nanotube-oriented products and systems
using leading-edge nanotechnologies. Its suite of nanotube-based
end products are intended to provide improvements in scale, density,
sensitivity, selectivity, integration and power consumption. These
products will have a fundamental impact in electronic, biological
and chemical industries. Molecular Nanosystems was founded in 2001
by Dr. Hongjie Dai, an Associate Professor at Stanford University
and a world-renowned scholar and scientist in the nanotechnology
research field. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Molecular
Nanosystems can be found online at
www.monano.com.
Contact:
General Electric
Jim Healy
(518) 387-6284
healyj@research.ge.com
Molecular Nanosystems
(650) 846-2519
info@monano.com
©2001 Molecular Nanosystems.
All rights reserved.
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