- Call for Speakers at 2nd 'Defence Nanotechnology' Conference - "Bridging the Gap Between Technology and Applications" 6-7 November, London This 2-day conference, organised by Defence Event Management in association with the Institute of Nanotechnology, will create an early opportunity for delegates to learn first hand, about nanotechnology applications set to revolutionise areas of the defence industry in the 21st Century. The conference will consider areas including: +++ multifunction adaptive (smart) materials +++ nanoengineered functional materials +++ chemical/biological agent detection/destruction +++ active chameleon style camouflage systems for wide ballistic protection +++ interactive textiles/clothing that provide passive insulation, electromagnetic and radio frequency shielding +++ energy harvesting, waste disposal, water recovery and recycling +++ Confirmed speakers in attendance: US Army, Withers & Rogers, NanoDynamics Inc, Corus Research Development & Technology, Israel Research Center Polymate, University of Sheffield, US Navy Research Laboratory, University of Reading, Georgian Technical University, University of Edinburgh, Marks & Clerk, University of Manchester, University of Nottingham, University of Strathclyde, MITRE Group, Centre for Large Space Structures and Systems, QinetiQ Nanomaterials, Tel-Aviv University, Lockheed Martin, Cranfield University Proposals for papers are now sought. Contact agiles@dem-ltd.demon.co.uk for full details or to register for this event. ======================== Kirsty Deacon Institute of Nanotechnology http://www.nano.org.uk t +44 (0)1786 447520 f +44 (0)1786 447530 The Institute of Nanotechnology - organiser of two upcoming and ground-breaking meetings: "Advanced Technologies: Crime Prevention and Detection", Oct. 2003, London - Learn about totally new ways of identifying criminals and preventing crime, through application of many of the huge advances being made in nanotechnology today. "Nanomaterials and Smart Medical Devices", Dec. 2003, Edinburgh - New nanotechnologies are being created and developed at breakneck speed. Find out at this 2nd Nanoforum (www.nanoforum.org) conference, how the convergence of nano and the life sciences will lead to a revolutionary new generation of medical devices. Visit our website for updates: www.nano.org.uk