BUFFALO,
N.Y.‹September 06, 2005 --NanoDynamics, a leading manufacturer
and developer of nanotechnology-enabled products and quality nanomaterials,
is pleased to announce that its CEO Keith Blakely, continues to drive the vision
for the continued development and commercial adoption of nanotechnology with
invitations to participate in and provide leadership to two prominent industry
organizations: the International Electronics Manufacturing Initiative
( iNEMI) and the American Ceramics Society (ACerS).
In September, Mr. Blakely has been invited to speak along with other well-known
industry executives at the iNEMI Innovation Leadership Forum. The Forum
is being convened to launch a coordinated initiative that will stimulate innovation
and manufacturing research for the electronics industry. The Forum was
organized in response to growing concerns over the rapid globalization of high-tech
innovation and manufacturing and the future competitiveness of the industrial
infrastructure . High-level, visionary and strategic leaders from industry,
government and academia will use the day-and-a-half forum to discuss innovation
challenges, technology roadmaps for emerging industries, product development
and manufacturing strategies, and more .
Mr. Blakely¹s presentation will highlight the critical role that Emerging
Manufacturing Processes play in producing the next generation of nano-enabled
materials. ³Many new manufacturing processes are being developed particularly
around the synthesis and integration of nanomaterials in commercial applications,
but not all will be successful,² said Mr. Blakely, ³We must be careful
when assessing processes to ensure their real world relevance. Key factors
include scalability, flexibility, yield, capital cost, raw material cost and
process material cost.² Mr. Blakely¹s presentation outlines the
major materials and systems relevant to the electronics supply chain and illustrates
using successful real-life examples from nanosized metals, carbon nanotubes and
solid oxide fuel cells etc.
In addition, Blakely has accepted an invitation by the Board of Directors of
the American Ceramics Society (ACerS) to serve on the President¹s Council
of Industrial Advisors (PCIA). ACerS is one of the oldest, most well-established
professional organizations in industry and is planning for its future with the
view that nanotechnology will be fundamental in changing the way ceramics will
be produced and perform; better, lighter, stronger and cheaper. To
that end, the ACerS Board of Directors has selected prominent members of industrial
sectors that comprise the ceramics and glass community to advise on the manner
in which ACerS can more effectively and efficiently meet the needs of its corporate
membership. ³Nanotechnology¹s value in ceramics is a reality today² said
Mr. Blakely. ³We¹re already seeing improvements in things like automotive
components when nanoceramic materials are incorporated.² In
the future, nanostructured ceramics will likely find applications in biomaterials,
cutting tools, gas sensors, electronic films, wear-resistant coatings, field
effect display phosphors and emitters, and transparent functional films.² Blakely
was elected a Fellow of ACerS in 2001.
About NanoDynamics
NanoDynamics, Inc. is a leading nanotechnology company offering nanomaterials,
nano-enabled products and cutting edge technologies to our customers and partners
around the world. NanoDynamics¹ has successfully developed proprietary technologies
and commercialized a range of nanomaterials that are already improving the form,
function and performance of a wide range of industrial and consumer products
and industries, including electronics, semiconductors, fuel cells, transportation,
energy and biotechnology. For further information, please visit the Company's
website at www.nanodynamics.com.
About iNEMI
The International Electronics Manufacturing Initiative¹s mission
is to assure leadership of the global electronics manufacturing supply chain. Based
in Herndon, Va., the industry-led consortium is made up of approximately 70 manufacturers,
suppliers, industry associations and consortia, government agencies and universities. iNEMI
roadmaps the needs of the electronics industry, identifies gaps in the technology
infrastructure, establishes implementation projects to eliminate these gaps (both
business and technical), and stimulates standards activities to speed the introduction
of new technologies. The consortium also works with government, universities
and other funding agencies to set priorities for future industry needs and R&D
initiatives. For additional information about iNEMI, visit www.inemi.org.
About The American Ceramic Society
The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) is a 107-year-old
non-profit organization that serves the informational,
educational, and professional needs of the international
ceramics community. The Society's more than 8,000 members
comprise a wide variety of individuals and interest
groups that include engineers, scientists, researchers,
manufacturers, plant personnel, educators, students,
marketing and sales professionals, and others in related
materials disciplines. ACerS provides members and subscribers
in 80 countries with access to periodicals and books,
meetings and expositions, and on-line technical information
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For further information, please visit www.ceramics.org
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