Symposium addresses nanotechnology and patenting

An international symposium on nanotechnology and patenting will take place at the European Patent Office in The Hague, the Netherlands, on 9 and 10 November.

The symposium sessions will include:
- scientific routes to nanotechnology;
- industrial strategies for nanotechnology;
- long term visions for nanotechnology - science fiction or reality?
- nanoelectronic applications;
- thin film technology for optoelectronic components;
- nanotechnology and consumer products:
- drug delivery solutions.

The event will also include a presentation by the European Commission's Head of Unit for nanotechnology and nanosciences, Renzo Tomellini, on a European strategy for nanotechnology.For further information, please consult the following web address:
http://cordis.europa.eu/nanotechnology/src/events.htm(opens in new window)