MANCEF Quarterly Newsletter

President's Message from Kees Eijkel

It's springtime. With that, I'm not referring to the season that our members in the upper part of the Northern Hemisphere are experiencing right now. I'm referring to the winter that economy went through in the past 5 years, approximately. Economic activity is gaining speed, and the interest of players in the various value chains to gain momentum through innovation is increasing rapidly. In the springtime metaphor: the sun heats up the fields, the air is fresh, and there's activity that points to the growth of new life.

Micro/nanotechnology is a provider of innovations and solutions for a large variety of value chains and markets. Many of us are confronted with the increase of thrust for innovation. I have seen some very interesting activities budding and growing in various places throughout the world. And many of them are driven by users and markets, rather than public research money.

This is a very healthy development for our industry. The past years have acted as a Darwinian filter, and some species have had a hard time. Our members are better equipped than ever to seize the opportunity and take positions that can lead to sustainable growth. The technological arena has matured over the past years, which gives us all a better position to grow our industry.

I'm especially looking forward to the events we are involved in as an organization in the coming 10 months, such as our signature conference event - COMS2006 in St. Petersburg, Florida. MANCEF Charter member, SEMI, has offered our members special discounts to exhibit in the Emerging Technologies Hall at SEMICON West in mid-July. Later that same month, we encourage MNT workforce development practitioners to attend the SAME-TEC event. In the latter part of 2006, MANCEF has widely-partnered to bring members to other specific events which MANCEF sponsors: Brazil's MINAPIM event in the very first days of September, Mexico's 3rd Ibero-American MEMS Symposium, in early October, the America's Annual Ibero-American Research and Development Summit in mid-October, Europe's Institute of Nanotechnology/MANCEF meeting on Foods and Healthy Foods in late October, Japan's 12th International Micromachine/Nanotech Symposium in early November, and in the second week of January 2007, the ASME/CMES/MANCEF meeting on the Integration and Commercialization of Micro and Nano-Systems being held in tropical Sanya, China. Contact our Executive office for information on sponsoring or exhibiting at any of these events.

I wish you well,
Kees Eijkel

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MANCEF's Mission Statement

MANCEF globally supports the creation, exchange, and dissemination of knowledge vital to people, organizations, and governments interested in the commercialization of miniaturization technologies.

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COMS 2006 News

• Online registration is now available. The COMS2006 program (.pdf) is also now available for viewing online.
• We still have exhibition space available, and have set up the breaks to enhance traffic throughout the hall. Book your exhibit space today to ensure you are visible to the top minds in micro-nano commercialization

We have scheduled a special networking vendor session Monday evening to see what end users are working on, what they need, and make those all important contacts with people spending real money on MNT; like Raytheon, MEMSCAP and Brewer Science, to name a few.

Sunday 27 August - Optional Pre Conference Workshop:
The Future of the Medical Device Community: Is Micro/Nanotechnology Right for You?

Registration fee $150 USD. Register at www.mancef-coms2006.org.

Registration fee $0. Register on site at the conference.

Coventor's MEMS Design Scholarship Awards Available

Industry standard MEMS software provider, Coventor Inc., along with the Micro and Nanotechnology Commercialization Education Foundation (MANCEF), will again award "MEMS design scholarships" to students and their professors during the COMS2006 conference. The scholarships are granted based on proposals submitted by students working in micro systems research around the world. Each student will receive a free 1-year license to Coventor's CoventorWare software tools to be used in the University setting. Universities are required to be current MANCEF members to be eligible to submit proposals. MANCEF holds a high standard in accepting proposals for these scholarships. Winners are picked based on the quality of the proposal and must comply with Coventor's high-quality standards in the use of its products. Proposals can be submitted throughout the year until 1 July 2006. The winners will be notified on 14 July, 2006.

In previous years this scholarship reward program has received many outstanding proposals, and on average 3 proposals is rewarded each year. There is no limit to the research topics but a strong relation to commercially viable designs and solutions in the MEMS area is preferred.

To have your proposal considered for this COMS 2006 award, please email your abstract to: scholarship@mancef-coms2006.org

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MANCEF Announces UK Times Newspaper Opportunity/MediaPlanet Agreement

MediaPlanet will be including MANCEF in its June 2006 Nanotechnology Supplement "It's A Nano World" in the UK Times Newspaper on 12 June 2006, which goes out to about 2 million readers. Please read more about the upcoming supplement and this exciting opportunity for MANCEF's nanotechnology focused audience. MediaPlanet is offering excellent advertising and editorial options so this is a great opportunity for you as a member to contribute to the supplement with MANCEF.

• Review last year's successful edition (.pdf)
• See the full media kit (.pdf)

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Find Work or Workers at the tinytechjobs Career Site

MANCEF is pleased to hear that members of the community are connecting through the MANCEF-tinytechjobs collaboration. The numbers of employers and job-seekers using the MANCEF/TTJ web site interface continues to grow. Congratulations! Search for jobs, contacts, or events in the micro- and nanotech realm at the Resources web page on www.mancef.org. Check it out now!

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Foresight Nanotech Institute Seeks Nominees for Nanotechnology Awards

Researchers, Students and Journalists to be Honored

Palo Alto, CA -- 11 April, 2005 -- Foresight Nanotech Institute, the leading think tank and public interest organization focused on nanotechnology, is accepting nominations for its premier nanotechnology prizes. Foresight's awards and prizes recognize students, researchers and journalists who work to accelerate the development and positive uses of advanced nanotechnology.

The deadline for prize submissions is 30 June, 2006. Winners will be announced at nanoTX '06, an exhibition and conference to be held in Dallas, Texas, on 27-28 September, 2006. Foresight will award four prizes in 2006: two Foresight Institute Feynman Prizes, the Foresight Institute Prize in Communication, and the Foresight Institute Distinguished Award.

"Our mission is to ensure the beneficial implementation of nanotechnology. We focus on nanotechnology that is good for people and good for the planet. Our prizes are given to those individuals whose recent efforts place us closer to that goal." said Christine Peterson, Co-Founder and Vice President of Public Policy at Foresight Nanotech Institute. "We are pleased to announce our prize winners at nanoTX '06 this year and anticipate that this year's nominations will continue to illustrate rapid progress toward advanced nanotechnology and productive nanosystems."

The Foresight Institute Feynman Prizes, named in honor of pioneer physicist Richard Feynman, are given in two categories, one for experiment and the other for theory in nanotechnology. Established in 1993, these prizes are given to researchers whose recent work has most advanced the achievement of Feynman's goal for nanotechnology: the construction of atomically-precise products through the use of molecular machine systems.

The Foresight Institute Prize in Communication recognizes outstanding journalistic or other communication endeavors that lead to a better understanding of molecular nanotechnology and its high social and environmental impact. This prize was created to encourage responsible coverage of molecular nanotechnology as a means for engaging the public in dialogue leading to improved public policy on this important issue. This prize was established in 2000 and is generously underwritten by the law firm Millstein & Taylor, PC.

The Foresight Distinguished Student Award was established in 1997 and is given to a college undergraduate or graduate student whose work is notable in the field of nanotechnology. This award highlights the winning student's research and underwrites the student's travel to the award conference. This prize is generously supported by Dr. James Ellenbogen, Ravi Pandya, and James Von Ehr, III. To be considered for a prize please apply online at: www.foresight.org.

C2V Awarded Grant to Develop a Fast Handheld Gas Chromatograph for Threat Detection

C2V is pleased to announce that C2V leads a consortium to develop fast handheld chemical threat detectors. Funded by a 2M$ government grant C2V will work with the world leading research at the VU in conjunction with Omnilabo International and will develop an ultra fast, handheld threat detector based on gas chromatography. Gas Chromatographs are used in security and safety, industrial processing, laboratories and quality control. The consortium will focus on fast and handheld screening and detection of toxic industrial chemicals and chemical warfare agents for security applications.

C2V develops handheld instrumentation, based on silicon micromachining technology and its proprietary micro fluidics integration platform. Omnilabo International is one of the largest suppliers of laboratory products in the Benelux, with a dedicated chromatography department. The Amsterdam based Analytical Chemistry department of the Vrije Universiteit VU focuses on the development and application of novel analytical technologies to study and measure the interaction of small molecules as well as macromolecular systems

The platform combines micro components with narrow bore capillary GC columns for optimal performance. Functional components such as injectors, detectors, sample definition and diagnostics are integrated leading to higher functional density and smaller, handheld instruments. The flexible system configuration enables tailoring for optimal performance in targeted applications. Read more at the C2V web site

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Southwest Center for Microsystems Education Skill and Training Survey Thanks!

Thank you to MANCEF and MIG community members for contributing to the Southwest Center for Microsystems Education Skill & Training Survey. A great number of responses were received from the membership, and are very much appreciated. Results will be provided to survey participants. MANCEF will continue to work with SCME and others on MNT Workforce Development issues and help disseminate information to the global community.

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Sandia National Laboratories MEMS University Alliance Design Competition Winners

A team of three TVI MEMS design students won the Sandia National Laboratories MEMS University Alliance Design Competition in the Novel category. Texas Tech won the Reliability and Characterization category. Both the TTU and TVI teams consisted of undergraduates! MANCEF supported the design competition with organizational memberships for both winning organizations. Congratulations!

Texas Tech's winning MEMS Device Characterization design includes structures for the measurement of material properties and a biocell for the characterization of cells and tissues	Another presentation of the Texas Tech entry
TVI's winning MEMS Novel Device design includes innovative concepts for micro-chain and micro-belt drives as well as out-of-plane gears	Another presentation of the TVI entry

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International Micro Nano Roadmap News:

MANCEF announces new chapters to this must-have Roadmapping series. Through the leadership of member, Malcolm Wilkinson and his firm Technology for Industry, a new chapter on Micro-Nano Fluidics has been produced for 2006 release. MANCEF Founder and Roadmapping chair, Steve Walsh, has been working on new chapters covering Bio-Nano and Micro-Nano Integration. Charter member, SEMI, has agreed to help lead an update to the 1st Edition's Standards chapter, due for release in 2007. SEMI and MANCEF will also collaborate on usage and updating of the 1st Edition's MNT Glossary of Terms.

A worldwide collaborative effort is also underway headed by MANCEF, the US-based MEMS Industry Group, and Germany's IVAM to produce an International MNT Workforce Development chapter for the roadmap. Regional, national and supra-regional leaders are being asked to contribute their resources, initial rounds of survey questions are being prepared, and further planning and chapter development reporting will occur at COMS 2006. We are specifically requesting members in to participate in the surveys. Additional leaders and support for the project are sought from industry, government, academia, and non-profit sectors. This important chapter is due for release in 2007. Please inquire about participating or supporting by contacting MANCEF.

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Japan's Micromachine Center announces MEMS Industry Forum launch

The Micromachine Center announced the launch of the MEMS Industry Forum in April 2006. The new forum held consultations with numerous global organizations, and recently exchanged memberships with MANCEF - good news for MANCEF members looking to work with Japanese forum members. MANCEF looks forward to a successful and productive relationship with the new industry group. The 12th International Micromachine/Nanotech Symposium will be held 8 November 2006 at the Tokyo International Forum. For more information, please visit the Micromachine Center web site

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SEMICON West 2005
10-14 July 2006

Global Expo for Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Business and Investment

SEMICON West is the #1 annual destination for the global microelectronics industries in North America! Gain access to the people, products and information that drive the entire micro electronics supply chain. Concentrate a year's worth of meetings in one week and one location.

Join MANCEF at the Emerging Technologies Pavilion at SEMICON WEST. We are offering savings and benefits to any of our members who are interested in exhibiting at the Pavilion:

• Material handling rates slightly less then 2005 rates
• Machine rates reduced 2-3% from 2005 rates
• Electrical rates reduced 10 - 12% from 2005 rates
• Furnishing rates reduced up to 10% as compared to 2005 rates
• 9' x 10' Booth space at a 25% discount to MANCEF members ($3050)

This year's SEMICON West 2006 will feature all-new Micro - Nano events and opportunities:

• The TechXPOTS -- Four technology-focused "shows-with-the-show" featuring exhibits, live technical presentations, Technology Innovation Showcase winners, special interactive displays and more!
• Keynotes featuring the industry's leading voices
• Enhanced networking opportunities, including the SEMICON West Beer Hall

Hear the leading voices of the industry present their visions of the future of micro and nanoelectronics:

• Wally Rhines, Mentor Graphics (SEMI Market Symposium keynote)
• Laurent Bosson, STMicroelectronics
• Jim Healy, LogicVision
• Willem Roelandts, Xilinx
• Steve Appleton, Micron

For more information about SEMICON West 2006, including exhibits-only and paid program registration, visit the SEMICON West 2006 web site, or call SEMI Customer Service at (408) 943-6901.

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3rd Annual Micro Nano Breakthrough Conference: "Building a Micro/Nano Economy"
24-26, July 2006, Hilton Hotel, Vancouver, Washington

The MNBC is the premier nanoscience and microtechnologies research and business event in the Pacific Northwest, bringing together the latest academic and national laboratory research, exciting startup companies, major industry, and early stage investment and tech transfer professionals for a fast-paced and highly networked 3 days devoted to commercialization of small tech innovation; perhaps the most critical issue for American competitiveness.

Visit the 2006 Micro Nano Breakthrough Conference website or see the conference flyer.

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SAME-TEC 2006
24-27 July, 2006

The Semiconductors, Automated Manufacturing, Electronics - Training and Education Conference (SAME-TEC), brings together faculty, teachers, trainers, workforce development personnel, learning managers, and program development specialists. People come seeking information on emerging technologies and solutions. The conference theme, NetWorks for Success, focuses on national networking and collaboration between education and industry partners to promote the viability of our high tech industries through a highly skilled and knowledgeable workforce.

SAME-TEC 2006 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

• Bai Xu, State University of New York at Albany: "Nanotechnology: Needs and Challenges"
• Bill Resnik, Intel: "Dare to Laugh - Humor @ Work"
• Bob Doering, Texas Instruments: "The State of the Industry"

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

•Faculty and administrators from community colleges, technical colleges, and universities interested in technician education
•Trainers, workforce development professionals, and personnel from industry
•Teachers and career development specialists

For more information about SAME-TEC 2006 please visit the SAME-TEC web site or contact MATEC at 480-517-8650.

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Small Times NanoCon International 2006
September 20-22, 2006

Don't miss Small Times NanoCon International, nanotechnology's most important event focusing on key business issues, partnership development and market strategies. Bringing together more than 700 leading nanotech executives and decision makers from around the world to do business, Small Times NanoCon International is the sector's premier event driving commercial success.

Small Times NanoCon International's unique conference program covers the latest information in business strategy and cutting-edge industry developments, providing you with critical insight into the future of the commercial sector of the nanotech industry.
Featuring more than 60 exhibiting companies, Small Times NanoCon International's exhibition displays the latest in nanotechnology products and services.

Small Times NanoCon International's unique conference program covers the latest information in business strategy and cutting-edge industry developments, providing you with critical insight into the future of the commercial sector of the nanotech industry.
Featuring more than 60 exhibiting companies, Small Times NanoCon International's exhibition displays the latest in nanotechnology products and services.

Keynote Speakers:

•Wilbur Ross - Chairman and CEO, WL Ross & Co. LLC
•Carl Kohrt - President & CEO, Battelle
•Eric Miller - Manager, Microfabrication Laboratory, Washington Technology Center
•G. Steven Burrill - President & CEO, Burrill & Company
•David Soane - Founder & Chairman, Alnis Biosciences

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
An international audience of more than 700 nanotech professionals. Over 60 exhibiting companies Dynamic conference program, uniquely covering the sector's most important business issues Excellent networking events designed to connect you with key business decision makers, and much more.

If your business touches nanotechnology, you won't want to miss this event. Small Times NanoCon International 2006 attracts the business and research executives driving integration of nanotechnology into the commercial pipeline. Industries represented include:

•Biotechnology/Life Sciences
•Communications/Wireless/Optical Equipment
•Computers/Semiconductors/Software
•Consulting/Finance/Legal/Analysis
•Consumer Products
•Education/Research
•Energy/Environment/Utilities
•Government/Defense
•Industrial/Manufacturing/Capital Equipment
•Industry Association/Economic Development
•Material/Chemicals
•Transportation/Automotive/Aerospace

For more information please visit the Small Times NanoCon International 2006 web-site.

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In Memoriam
Aric Kumaran Menon, DTU Professor, Dies at Age 49

"An extremely pleasant, warm and active person ...Always ready to do more for MANCEF"
MANCEF member Aric Menon, a Department of Micro and Nanotechnology professor at the Technical University of Denmark, suffered a fatal heart attack in late December while visiting family in India. He was 49 years old. Read more about Dr. Menon.

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EV Group

• 24 April, 2006 AMO GmbH has installed the worldwide first step-and-repeat nanoimprint lithography system for industrial fabrication of nanoscale devices from EV Group
• 4 April, 2006 New Nano Spray technology from EVG achieves conformal coating of extreme surface topographies
• 2 Jan, 2006 EV Group Celebrates its 25th Company Anniversary and 15 Years Supplying High Volume MEMS Manufacturing Equipment

  Read more from EVG

Surface Technology Systems

• 5 April, 2006 Surface Technology Systems Receives Order for VPX Pegasus System from Leading MEMS Foundry
• 28 March, 2006 Surface Technology Systems Wins Two Million Pound Order for MEMS Production Equipment
• 14 March, 2006 STS win £1million order from Leading Wireless Component Supplier

  Read more news from STS

SÜSS MicroTec

• 30 May 2006 SUSS MicroTec Announces Completion of Initial C4NP Reliability Testing
• 23 May 2006 Freescale Orders Production Wafer Bonding System from SUSS MicroTec
• 9 May 2006 SPIL Selects Lithography Systems from SUSS MicroTec to support its solder bumping services

  Read more news from Suss

Veeco

• 22 May 2006 Sumika Electronics Purchases Veeco MOCVD System; Will Expand Production of Epi Wafers Used in Cellular and Other Mobile Communications Devices
• 2 May 2006 VEECO'S GANZILLA II SELECTED BY LEADING TAIWANESE HB-LED MANUFACTURERS
• 1 May 2006 Veeco Invests in Development of Next Generation Alumina Deposition Technology for Data Storage

  Read more news from Veeco

Zyvex

• 19 April 2006 Zyvex Continues to Exceed Sales Expectations
• 24 January 2006 Zyvex Announces Record Growth

  Read more news from Zyvex

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SUPPORTED EVENTS

Here are some upcoming events that the foundation believes are important. This is not a final list of supported events. September seems to be an especially busy month for conference activity. Keep an eye on our Events web page for exact dates, venues, and other information:

MANCEF Charter Members

Current MANCEF Members:

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