Nanotechnologies For Novel Optical Effects

Published by: Technology Transfer Centre Ltd.

Published: Feb. 1, 2007 - 37 Pages

Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION

2 TECHNOLOGY PROVIDERS

2.1 UNIVERISITIES

2.1.1 University 1 France: Synthesis of inorganic nanoparticles with controlled shape

2.1.2 University 1 Germany: Synthesis and investigation of highly photo stable fluorescent dyes and linking such structures to macromolecules

2.1.3 University 2 Germany: Generation of bright surfaces in rainbow colours

2.1.4 University 1 Greece: Nanoaterials as surface indicators or sensors

2.1.5 University 1 Brazil: Photoactive nanostructured materials,

2.1.6 University 1 Italy: Gold nanoparticles

2.1.7 University 2 Italy: Functional nanostructured materials for applications in photonic, optoelectronic and transformation or separation processes

2.1.8 University 3 Italy: The synthesis and characterization of polymers with optical properties

2.1.9 University 1 Spain: Novel PVD decorative/high resistance overlayers

2.1.10 University 1 UK: Optical coatings

2.1.11 University 2 UK: Development of a low cost fabrication technology for nano/micro surface patterned optical pigments

2.1.12 University 3 UK: Molecular photonics for fluorescence

2.1.13 University 4 UK: Polymer tapes and films with microcapillaries

2.1.14 University 5 UK: Novel thermochromic films for use in glazing applications

2.1.15 University 6 UK: Production of functional materials coatings on large area polymer substrates

2.1.16 University 7 UK: Production of functional materials coatings on large area polymer substrates

2.1.17 University 1 Bulgaria: New smart organic compounds

2.1.18 University 1 Australia: Hydrophilic nano coatings and nanostructured coatings that are applicable to antifogging

2.1.19 University 1 Slovenia: Thin metal oxide layers and electrolytes based on organically modified silane network for different types of ""smart windows""

2.2 RESEARCH CENTRES

2.2.1 Research Centre 1 Germany: Photocatalytic, self-cleaning surfaces

2.2.2 Research Centre 1 Ireland: Characterization of the optical and electronic properties of organic materials

2.2.3 Research Centre 1 Italy: Aluminum Nitride (AlN) nanotubes and nanoparticles for photoluminescence

2.2.4 Research Centre 1 Russia: Photochromism of organic compounds, light-sensitive organic materials

2.2.5 Research Centre 1 Spain: Photochromic and thermochromic films for windows

2.2.6 Research Centre 1 UK: Light-sensitive materials (photochromic/reverse photochromic).

2.2.7 Research Centre 1 Israel: Sol-gel technology for novel optical effects

2.3 COMPANIES

2.3.1 Company 1 UK: Highly efficient fluorescent, phosphorescent and ion fluorescent materials which are also electroluminescent

2.3.2 Company 2 UK: Novel marine luciferases, luciferins and GFPs

2.3.3 Company 3 UK: Modify the surface of products / materials to give desirable properties that add value to the product

2.3.4 Company 4 UK: Binders for dyestuffs or pigments

2.3.5 Company 5 UK: Films based on vanadium dioxide

3 GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Abstract

• In depth profiles of R&D and technologies under commercialization
• Short, Medium and Long-Term Application Areas
• Full Contact Details (Company/Research Centre Name, Main Contact Person, Phone, Email)

• Materials Delivering Novel Optical Effects On Surfaces as polymer films, zeolites, paper, textile
• Materials that modify the basic optical properties of surfaces
• Materials that impart luminescence
• Materials exhibiting structural colour effects
• Photochromic and Thermochromic Films
• Development of Photochromic Films using nanomaterials
• Development of Thermochromic Films using nanomaterials

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