The mission is to establish an Institute for the development of
nanomaterials and nanotechnologies that have multiple applications and
product potentials in partnership with industry, and other educational
and research institutions. There are four core areas:
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Nano-material fabrications: Integrated manufacturing technologies for
nanomaterials including CNTs and fullerenes, and nanoparticles including
organic and inorganic compounds. Three existing nanotechnology projects
- batteries, transistors and catalysts - will be incorporated into the
Institute management to maximize the synergistic benefits.
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Nanobatteries: Lithium batteries and microfuel cells based on
ultra-small carbon nanotubes, fullerenes, nanoporous membranes and
nanoparticles.
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Nanoelectronics: Transistors and displays based on ultra-fine
nanostructures made with organic and inorganic materials.
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Nanocatalysts: Environmental catalysts based on nanomaterials with
well-defined structure and chemistry for the effective remediation of
airborne and waterborne pollutants.
The Institute with these four core areas will serve as a regional and
international focal point for advances in nanotechnology. Technology
transfer and commercialization will be promoted by the Institute, thus
leading to the development of new nanotechnology-based industries in
Hong Kong and the Region.
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