What is the Nanotechnology cluster about?

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Did you know that... What is the Nanotechnology cluster about? The Nanotechnology cluster in the Tampere Region is formed by three microclusters: the advanced materials platform, aerosol technology and photonics clusters, all emerging from innovative research at the Tampere University of Technology (TUT). Long-term and innovative photonics R&D in the TUT/Optoelectronics Research Centre is the backbone of the laser technology microcluster in the Tampere Region. Well-established aerosol technology research at the TUT/Physics has created a bunch of success stories in imaging and measurement technology business. Tampere-based nanoand photonics technologies have strong synergies and present opportunities for the global cleantech industry. As a whole, the Nanotechnology cluster is stimulating co-operation between research and industry by demonstrating world-class nanotech and cleantech products and business innovations. The spearhead of the Tampere Region is in strong component and system delivery development and product creation....nanotechnology is already a part of almost everyone s life? All modern consumer electronics such as computers or mobile phones are enabled by nanotechnology. LED lamps couldn t have been invented without nano-scale management. Dirt-repellent nanocoated tablecloths or suits, slower-darkening silver jewellery and skis also use nanotechnology.... Nanotechnology can revolutionise the way of doing many things? The Nanotechnology cluster in the Tampere Region is a combination of: A WIDE COMPANY BASE Skilled people, capability of renewal, co-operation with universities and innovation platforms UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES High-quality research and education, labour with know-how Nanotechnology, or nanotech for short, is the basic manipulation of matter on an atomic, molecular and supramolecular level. With nanotechnology, it is possible to create many new materials and devices with a vast range of applications: for example, medicine, electronics, biomaterials and energy production....finland and Tampere are at the forefront of nanotechnology research? NEW INNOVATION AND APPLICATION ENABLERS, OTHER CLUSTERS IN THE TAMPERE REGION MODERN INNOVATION PLATFORMS New Factory, Demola, Protomo, Konela, Suuntaamo Nanotechnology is one of the world s fastest growing areas of scientific research. Tampere is the second largest nanotechnology research hub in Finland after Helsinki. In Tampere, international-level research works hand-in-hand with an innovative and agile company base. NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL CO-OPERATION IN NANOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT 2 3

Top nanotechnology companies in the Tampere Region METSO NOKIAN TYRES Special nanostructured steels, coatings and hybrids in the end product to resist wearing and extream conditions. Modulight Carbon nanoparticles, hybrids Laser-based solutions for a light-assisted drug delivery (Photo Dynamic Therapy, PDT) system in cancer treatment providing precise and the best possible therapy process Laser components and custom-made laser instrumentation/solutions Millidyne Specialty coating raw materials combining nanotechnology and surface engineering TEKNIKUM Materials: Hybrids, Nano Structured, Coatings, Active The components of the rubber compound are selected on the basis of the functional specifications of the product and the needs of the manufacturing process IonPhasE IonPhasE is an innovative solution provider of static dissipative polymers, that helps you to manage ESD and static electricity related issues in plastics materials. Life science: Medical devices, Diagnostics, Biomaterials Bionavis Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) technology instruments with superior features and performance Cavitar Optics and Photonics Nanofoot Automated testing and quality assurance systems for the Laser diode/led manufacturing industry and research institutes Illumination lasers for industrial monitoring systems and system manufacturing integrators, e.g. CAVILUX - illumination laser technology for enhanced lighting for machine vision and highspeed cameras measurement and modeling: Surface, Aerosols, UFP Pixact Custom-designed image-based measurement and analysis systems for process industry Pixact solutions facilitate online control and improved yield of complex industrial processes Corelase Oseir Innovative laser applications and processes for the manufacturing industry Spray Watch - Equipment for monitoring and controlling the thermal spraying process in industry brings visual dimension to that process Primoceler Laser-assisted micro-welding processing of sensitive transparent materials EpiCrystals Primoceler products help prevent heat, which can cause problems with sensitive components EpiCrystals offers disruptive laser technology especially designed for laser projection applications. 4 Pegasor DEKATI Fine particle emission and air quality monitoring instruments Particle detection from a variety of different sources including engine exhaust, combustion emissions, air quality and pharmaceutical aerosols Fine particle measurement and analysis instrumentation for R&D purposes The Pegasor M sensor enables the measurement of both particle number and mass both critical to emission regulations and the health effects of particulates. 5

How do we operate? The New Factory, located in Tampere, won the European Innovation award in 2010. Today, the concept is being widely adopted by other innovative cities around the world. As the leading European start-up accelerator and an agile demo creation lab, the New Factory is a modern platform for open innovation. The New Factory is where ideas can be processed into prototypes, pilot projects, products and services, new business and new jobs. Demola is a functional, inspiring and internationally-recognised open innovation platform for students and companies. At Demola, university students from different fields develop products and services in teams together with companies and public sector organisations. Protomo is a developing community for start-up businesses where idea developers, seasoned professionals and young talents spar with each other to create products and service development. Protomo draws on people s know-how and determination to make something entirely new. At Suuntaamo, ordinary people can participate in the development of new and innovative products and services and, at the same time, improve their own living environment. Konela is a new centre of innovation for mechanical engineering and energy technology. It is a co-creation space for the developers of next-generation products and services. Konela is coordinated by the innovation company Hermia. www.konela.fi www.demola.fi www.protomo.fi www.suuntaamo.fi 1500 students 250 projects 1000 professionals in the Protomo community 215 new start-ups since 2009 1455 registered testers 57 completed tests 6 7

Where do we get the know-how? UNIVERSITY OF TAMPERE The Tampere Region s universities and other educational institutions provide high-level research and education and are active co-operation partners for the nanotechnology industry. The University of Tampere (UTA) is a culturally-committed institute of higher education with the social mission of educating visionaries, who understand the world and change it for example, the opportunities of Nanotechnology. Nanotechnology-related studies and research at UTA: BioMediTech»» Department of Otolaryngology, University of Tampere Medical School FIMECC FIMECC Ltd. (Finnish Metals and Engineering Competence Cluster) is an open innovation R&D company. The aim of FIMECC is to increase and deepen the co-operation between companies, universities and research institutes in R&D. FIMECC programmes advance industrial environmental impact, energy and cost efficiency through materials with nano structures. TAMPERE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Research Projects: Tampere University of Technology (TUT) is Finland s second-largest university of engineering sciences. The university s statutory duty is to give the highest education in its field. Research collaboration with business and industry is the heart of TUT. The Nanotechnology cluster in Tampere is strongly based on innovative TUT research. Nanotechnology-related research groups at TUT: TREAM TREAM (Trends in real-world particle emissions of diesel and gasoline vehicles) project aims to clarify the effects of long-time trends on the real-world particle emissions of diesel and gasoline engine and vehicles. BRIGHTLASE Semiconductor Technology Group of the ORC/TUT have developed a new laser technology platform for generating high-brightness yellow-orange radiation with semiconductors, which can revolutionise medical applications and be used, for example, to reduce cholesterol levels, remove tattoos and enable local cancer treatment. Aerosol Instrumentation and Emissions Group Aerosol Synthesis Group Biological Physics Group BME Biomaterials research group Electronic Structure Theory Materials and Molecule Modeling Micro- and Nanosystems/Automation science and engineering Nanophotonics and application Optics Laboratory Plastics and elastomer technology/materials Science Semiconductor Technology Surface Engineering Research Group/Materials»» Tampere Wear Center (TWC)»» Surface engineering»» Hybrids and Functional materials: polymers, elastomers, composites EU FP7 NEWLED Nanostructured Efficient White LEDs based on short-period super-lattices and quantum dots. Power losses due to phosphor conversion and the problem of different ageing rates of the GaN LED pump will be eliminated by the development of phosphor-free structures with increased brightness. EU FP7: RAMPLAS 100 Gb/s Optical RAM on-chip: Silicon-based, integrated Optical RAM enabling High-Speed Applications in Computing and Communications. RAMPLAS aims to provide the theoretical foundations of optical RAM and to introduce novel optical RAM circuit designs. 8 Programmes related to nanotechnology, photonics, materials and sensors: FIMECC DEMAPP: The programme will provide competitive environmentally-sustainable solutions for the the Finnish process, engineering and energy industries leading to better performance by creating new high-performance materials. FIMECC LIGHT: The programme provides potential for saving raw materials and energy and decreasing CO2 emissions over the lifetime of cars and trucks, heavy-duty vehicles and other moving equipment and machinery. FIMECC EFFIMA: The target is to develop new technology and solutions that enable new machines, devices and systems with dramatically lower life-cycle costs compared to what is the international state-of-the-art today. FIMECC HYBRIDS: The programme aims to combine and use common engineering materials in an innovative way and improve their combined properties in several selected application areas. FIMECC BSA: Breakthrough steels and applications aims at optimising life-cycle efficiency and sustainability of steel-based solutions and developing a completely new generation of steel and cast material concepts. 9

What about the business environment? In Tampere everything works Year after year, Tampere tops the list of the most attractive cities in Finland as chosen by people and companies. That is because all of the pieces fall into place in the region. Here are just a few reasons why: The Tampere Region Fastest growing region in Finland Population 499 000 31 000 places of business Tampere Region Companies 2,700 Employees 34,000 Turnover 7,751M 2 nd largest airport in the country Up to 15% of Finland s national R&D budget is spent in Tampere technology industry (total) Optimal logistic location in Finland The Tampere Region is located at the crossroads of logistical routes. The Tampere Region is a hub of the most important motorways and railways in Finland, and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport is the second largest international airport in the country. 41% of foreign companies in the Tampere Region say that one of the most important reasons to stay there is its logistical location within Finland. Availability of competent manpower Students generate the impulse for the renewal of cities. One in five of the inhabitants of Tampere is a student in higher education. After they graduate, they stay in the region. 66% of foreign companies in the Tampere Region say that the most important reason to stay in the region is the availability of competent manpower and a low attrition rate. Growth center with a reasonable cost level The Tampere Region is the second largest growth centre in Finland. The population is expected to grow by 90,000 inhabitants by 2030 but the cost level is lower than in many other large economic areas. For example, wage costs in the Tampere Region are 20% lower than in the capital region of Finland. 10 11

Functional Finland Newsweek magazine recently ranked Finland as the best country to live in. It is also a great country to do business in: it s safe, well-organised and has a smooth and functional infrastructure with transparent public administration. Safe and stable As a telling measure of its macroeconomic stability, Finland enjoys the highest possible AAA status with the global credit rating agencies Fitch Ratings, Moody s and Standard & Poor s. Finland is famous for its transparency, straightforwardness and low levels of bureaucracy. It is also the only Nordic country in the European Union using the euro as its currency. Finland s performance is top-class compared to other innovation-driven economies; it exceeds the criteria in almost every sector. Your company may be the one that boosts the markets to the highest level! 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Competent facilities Innovations According to WEF s Global Competitiveness Report 2013-2014, Finland has the best availability of scientists and engineers who are trained by one of the best education systems in the world. According to the World Economic Forum, Finland is still number one in digitisation, and is toppling Sweden and Norway from top spot in a ranking of economies that are best placed to benefit from new information and communication technologies (ICTs). 2/3 of Finns live within a 1,5 h drive from Tampere. Institutions infrastructure Macroeconomics Health and primary education Easy and Innovative Higher education and training Finnish infrastructure excels in terms of physical transportation as well as telecommunications. Finland s technological infrastructure is among the best in Europe. The amount of office space is increasing and is much more affordable than in many locations in Western Europe. Finland s world-renowned $12 billion annual innovation system owes its success to the researchers and other professionals working in Finland. Goods market efficiency Labour market efficiency Financial market development Technological readiness Finland is the most competitive country in the EU and 3rd globally. Market size Business sophistication Finland s global rankings: #1 Health and primary education #1 Higher education and training #1 Availability of scientists and engineers #1 Property rights and IPR protection #1 Availability of latest technologies #2 Protection of minority shareholders interest #2 Innovation #2 Quality of education system #2 Quality of mathematics and science education #2 Extent of staff training #2 Capacity to retain talent #2 Tertiary education graduates in OECD Finland Innovation-driven economies #3 Company spending on R&D #3 Quality of overall infrastructure Source: WEF Global Competitiveness index 2013 2014 12 13

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