Under the nanoLINK initiative (see www.nano-link.net)

the EU support projects MINAEAST-NET and MINOS-EURONET are disseminating information through
a n@noLINK e-newsletter (continuing the dissemination done previously by the e-newsletter MINAEAST-NET)

Week 11-14, No.17 (April 3, 2006)

MINAEAST-NET information (Contract No.510420)

Web site: www.minaeast.net

1. Event in Slovak Republic
International Conference Advances in Nanostructured Materials, Processing – Microstructure – Properties, NANOVED 2006 – NENAMAT, 14 -17 May, 2006, Hotel Academia,Stará Lesná, The High Tatras. (Details...)

Main topics

  • Basic phenomena
  • Development of nanomaterials for: structural, functional, biomedical and space applications
  • Characterization & testing
  • Design & modelling (simulation at nanoscale)
  • Nanometrology
  • Nano-education

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2. Event in Spain
32 International Conference on Micro- and Nano-Engineering 2006 (MNE), 17- 20 September, Barcelona (Details...)

Micro- and Nano-Engineering (MNE) is an international conference on micro- and nanofabrication using lithography and related techniques. The conference brings together engineers and scientists from all over the world to discuss recent progress and future trends in the fabrication and applications of micro- and nanostructures. On average the MNE conference has 300-400 participants. The conference proceedings are published in Microelectronic Engineering (Elsevier).
Important date: Submission deadline: April 28, 2006.
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3. Event in France
12th International Workshop on THERMAL INVESTIGATIONS of ICs and SYSTEMS, 27-29 September, 2006, Nice, Côte d'Azur. (Details...)

THERMINIC Workshops are a series of events to discuss the essential thermal questions of microelectronic microstructures and electronic parts in general. This year THERMINIC will address in addition to the “traditional” thermal management problems, also stress and thermal-stress-related-reliability issues, both in micro- and opto-electronics fields. These issues, including various nanotechnology applications, are of significant importance and of high interest to the engineering community engaged in the field of thermal phenomens in “high-tech” systems.
The Workshop is sponsored by the IEEE Components, Packaging, and Manufacturing Technology Society and TIMA Laboratory.
Important date: Submission deadline: April 28, 2006.

MINOS-EURONET information (Contract No.015704)

Web site: www.minos-euro.net

I. Nano2life Summer School on Methods in Micro - Nanotechnology and Nanobiotechnology, June 26- July 7, 2006, Athens, Greece (Details...)

Organiser National Center for Scientific Research "Demokritos", in collaboration with the Foundation of Biomedical Research of the Academy of Athens, and Invited experts (lecturers) from other Nano2Life partners.
Important dates: Early bird registration: April 28th, 2006; Application deadline: 12 May 2006;
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II. AMICOM event

7th International Symposium on RF MEMS and RF Microsystems- MEMSWAVE, Orvieto, ITALY, on 27-30 June 2006 (Details...). This event will provide an international forum for scientists and industrialists for the exchange of information on the
most recent advances and best achievements in the area of RF MEMS with emphasis on European activities.

Main topics:
  • Design and simulation tools (Electromagnetic, Mechanical, Thermal)
  • Fabrication, process and materials
  • Packaging, assembling, 3D integration
  • Components and circuits
  • Antennas
  • MEMS and IC integration
  • Reliability and testing
  • Applications and system design

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III. The web-based magazine, launched in March 2006, on the www.minos-euro.net/wbm webpage will be used to disseminate the most interesting information about competencies in NMS and ACC (people, organisations, achievements).
The information from Eastern Europe will be focussed on:

1. National programmes and initiatives
2. National infrastructures (e.g. networks, science parks)
3. Successful European cooperation (typically - participation in European projects)
4. Outstanding scientific results
5. National Centres of Excellence
6. Profiles (CV and photo of remarkable scientists, managers, project coordinators etc.)

The main entries of this web-based magazine will be tightly correlated with the information in the electronic databases, therefore maximising the possible interaction with future partners.
Contributions should be sent to [email protected].

Common section (general information)

1. SMT/HYBRID/PACKAGING 2006- System Integration in Micro Electronics International Exhibition & Conference, 30 May - 1 June 2006, Nuremberg, Germany (Details...)
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2. Fifth International Conference on Inorganic Materials, 23- 26 September 2006, Ljubljana, Slovenia (Details...)

Main topics:

  • Electronic, optical and multifunctional materials
  • Biomaterials
  • Nanostructured materials
  • Catalytic and porous materials
  • New materials for energy systems
  • Ceramics and glasses

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3. The 29th edition of the International Semiconductor Conference (CAS 2006), 27- 29 September 2006, Sinaia, Romania (Details...)

The conference is organized by the National Institute for Research and Development in Mictrotechnologies, Bucharest (IMT-Bucharest), under the aegis of the IEEE-Electron Devices Society, Ministry for Education and Research, Romanian Academy, IEEE-Romania Section and Electron Devices Chapter. The Conference is underlying the development in micro-and nanotechnologies, still maintaining the “traditional” connection with semiconductor electronics.

Highlights Topics: - nanoscience and nanoengineering;- microoptics and microphotonics;- micromachined devices and circuits for microwave and millimeter wave applications; - micro and nanotechnologies for transducers, interfaces and microsystems;- micro and nanotechnologies for biomedical and environmental applications;- novel materials and intelligent materials;- power devices and microelectronics (including CAD);

CAS 2006 program will consist in contributed (structured in oral or poster sessions) and invited papers. Authors are requested to submit the electronic file in Microsoft Word format via e-mail ([email protected]) for evaluation by the Program Committee.
Important dates: Deadline for submission: May 28th, 2006; Notification of acceptance: July 5th, 2006;
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4. International Conference on the Commercialization of Micro and Nano Systems- COMS 2006, 27- 31 August, 2006, St Petersburg, Florida, USA (Details...)

COMS fosters the commercialization of micro and nanotechnologies and addresses commercialization issues unique to these emerging and disruptive technologies. COMS 2006 will bring together key personnel from all over the world and from every sector of the supply chain, including government representatives, top researchers in the field, educators, relevant publication sources, equipment suppliers, end users, and financial experts. The small tech community gathers at COMS conferences to learn from others, share their own knowledge, discuss and argue points of view - all of which contribute to the advancement of this emerging field. COMS 2006 addresses the issues related to building successful MNT firms, regions and educational programs. An exhibition of equipment suppliers, service providers, product suppliers and consultants will be held in conjunction with COMS 2006.
Important Date: Abstract Submission Deadline: 21 Apr 2006.