1. Training in Microsystems - Next courses in micro and nano technology.
More courses are proposed in French and in German, see the calender.
Glass Microfabrication 16-17.02.2006 Vienna (AT); Laser Micromachining 23.02.2006 Neuchâtel (CH); Photon Detection and Counting Techniques 27.02.2006 Lausanne (CH); Microfabrication Processes 06-07.03.2006 Zürich (CH); Reliability and Test 09-10.03.2006 Lausanne (CH); Optical MEMS 13.03.2006 Neuchâtel (CH); Micropositioning 16-17.03.2006 Zürich (CH); Polymer Based Actuators as Artificial Muscles 27.03.2006 Zürich (CH); Porous Silicon 28.03.2006 Mainz (DE)
CD-ROM World of Microsystems - A fascinating multimedia tool for self study , tutoring, promotion and dissemination of microsystems technology. 50% discount if ordered together with a course registration. Special price for students.
Events in France:
2. IPTEC - The International Marketplace & Conference for Technology Transfer Professional
22-24 February 2006, Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France
Registration (Details...)
3. The 1st International INSIDE POReS Workshop, 19th - 23rd March 2006, La Grande Motte, France
The Workshop objective is to discuss the state of the art on in situ characterisation and monitoring of nanoporous materials, during their preparation and use as sorbents, catalysts and in membrane processes, and in novel processes including energy conversion and storage and sensing applications. Methodologies for the synthesis of nanoporous solids will be discussed.
The Workshop will contribute to the spread of scientific knowledge from the EC Network of Excellence INSIDE POReS and provide training at doctoral and postdoctoral levels in processes involving nanoporous materials, their preparation, and in situ and ex situ characterisation. As a focal point for scientists and technicians working in the field of porous materials, the Workshop is open to all Core and Satellite Partners of the INSIDE POReS NoE and other scientists working in the field. (Details...)
Events in Netherlands:
4. ISS Europe 2006 Industry Strategy Symposium,12 - 14 February 2006,Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The Industry Strategy Symposium is seen as a bellwether event for the semiconductor equipment and materials industry, offering critical information on this high technology industry and the economy. The 2006s topic is "Europe: Creating Value in the Global Electronics Lifecycle”. (Details...)
Events in Germany:
5
. Cooperation Forum on Micro- and Nanotechnololgy, 8 March 2006,Cologne, Germany The forum will be held in German.
(Details...)
6. FlexiDis Training Workshop, 23 - 24 February 2006, Stuttgart, Germany
Special Topics:Overview of Technologies for Flexible Displays, Materials, Organic and Inorganic Active Matrix, Distortion measurement, Roll-to-Roll Processing, Display Integration and Market Applications. (Details...)
7. Sources of finance for SMEs, February 16-17, Brussels, Belgium
An event on sources of finance for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) with local or regional development objectives will take place in Brussels, Belgium, on 16 and 17 February.
The event will address the experiences of a number of countries, and in particular:
the French experience of loans without guarantees; the UK experience of Community development finance institutions; the German experience of micro credit; loans provided by large enterprises; the Scandinavian experience; the view of DG Enterprise and Industry. Source: Cordis
(see www.nano-link.net) 
