Participating Companies
Nanosphere - www.nanosphere.us
Nanosphere is a leader in breakthrough technology in the field of molecular diagnostics. Nanosphere has developed innovative testing methods for a host of applications including genetics, pharmacogenetics, infectious diseases, oncology cardiovascular disease, and blood screening. Other research areas include biosecurity and industrial sensors to improve the safety of drinking water.
NanoInk - www.nanoink.net
NanoInk utilizes a revolutionary patented technology developed at Northwestern University for nano-scale manufacturing. The ultra-small and finely encrypted methods allow for mechanisms to counteract illegal counterfeiting operations. Other applications include rapid prototyping and nanoscale repair.
Questek - www.questek.com
Questek is an innovative materials design company that offers its clients the unique advantage of Materials by Design. Clients can specify their property needs and Questek uses advanced software to design the novel materials. This technology saves clients significant time and cost over traditional empirical methods.
Nanotope - www.nanotope.com
Nanotope is developing a suite of products for reversing paralysis by regenerating neurons and angiogenesis for advanced wound therapy and treatment for peripheral artery disease. These self-assembling regenerative compounds were originally developed by Dr. Samuel Stupp at Northwestern University.
NanoIntegris - www.nanointegris.com
NanoIntegris uses a breakthrough methodology to provide uniform and high purity carbon nanotubes that are sorted by diameter and/or electronic character. Sorted carbon nanotubes are essential for controlling optical and conducting behavior of the tubes for innovation in the electronics industry.
Polyera - www.polyeracorp.com
Polyera has developed technology that will enable circuits, displays, and solar cells to be printed like ink onto flexible substrates.