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EuroNanoTex 2004 - Europe's First NanoTextile Conference

The European NanoBusiness Association is proud to announce Europe's First NanoTextile Conference, EuroNanoTex 2004, taking place in Barcelona on June 28-29, 2004.

28 June 2004 - 29 June 2004
Spain
Its Confirmed Speakers to date are:,· Donn Tice, CEO, Nano-Tex, LLC,· Dr. Mark E Welland, Professor of Nanotechnology & Director of IRC in Nanotechnology & Nanoscience, University of Cambridge,· Walter Lutz, R&D, IT and Innovation Desk, EURATEX (European Apparel and Textile Organisation),· Dr. Ralf Zimehl, German Textile Research Center (DTNW),· Tim E. Harper, CEO, Cientifica & Executive Director, European NanoBusiness Association,· Dr. Helmut Schift, Head of Laboratory for Micro- and Nanotechnology, Paul Scherrer Institut,· Dr. Frédéric Luizi, Business Development Manager, Nanocyl
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Who Should Attend EuroNanoTex 2004 and Why:
For the textile industry:
· Learn how nanotechnology is already affecting the businesses models of textile producers from the US to China,· Gain an insight into the range of options available from fibre modification to finishing techniques,· Understand the possibilities and limitations of the use of carbon nanotubes ,· Meet with government decision makers, researchers and technology providers
For policy and decision makers:
· How can Europe respond to the twin threats of high tech 'knowledge enabled' textiles and low cost Asian production,· Understand how governments are helping textile industries in Korea, Hong Kong and Taiwan to become more competitive,· Acquire the knowledge necessary to direct both research spending and regulation,· Evaluate the options from the viewpoints of both industry and research
For the technology community:
· Understand the technology requirements of the European textile industry ,· Meet with producers and users of textiles,· Learn how the growth of smart textiles is attracting interest from consumers, technology companies and the military ,· Gain access to global funding programs and end users ,
ACCOMMODATION
EuroNanoTex is located in the historic city of Barcelona, Spain, which is also the center of Spain's textile industry. We have established special rates for attendees at the Four-Star Hotel Colon (Single room 115 instead of normal rate 155 ; Double room 155 instead of 220 ). To make your reservation contact the Hotel Colon directly at:
HOTEL COLON BARCELONA ,Avenida de la Catedral, 7 ,08002 Barcelona, Spain ,Tel: 34-93-301-14-04 ,Fax: 34-93-317-29-15 ,E-mail: info@hotelcolon.es
Please indicate clearly that you will be attending the EuroNanoTex conference and you will be able to benefit from the special rate we have at the hotel for our participants.
For more information:,http://www.nanoeurope.org/16003/index.html,About the European NanoBusiness Association:
The European Nanobusiness Association (ENA) is an industrial and trade organisation founded to promote the professional development of the emerging business of nanotechnology at the European level. It reflects the requirements of its member corporations, associated professionals and existing regional nanotechnology associations through: Providing education for the public, writing of position papers, analysis of legislation, drafting of standards, and providing expert testimony to political leaders and decision makers.
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