Small science may have big impact
Upstate New York becomes leader in nanotechnology
Benjamin Frey
Issue date: 2/25/09 Section: News
In the 1990's California's Silicon Valley was considered to be the epicenter of technology. In the 21st century, New York's Capital District is quickly becoming the new hot spot for advanced technology. Already being dubbed "Tech Valley," eastern upstate New York hopes to reshape the area to become a leader in nanotechnology research, fabrication and education.
A major factor for this growth is the University at Albany's sprawling 450,000 square-foot Nano Technolgy Complex. The complex houses The College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) as well as research facilities for industry leader such as IBM and Sematech North. The $4.5 billion project was funded by both the State and industry partners.
"When you think of nanotechnology don't think of it as a product, nanotechnology is actually knowhow. It is the ability to actually manipulate atoms and molecules to create new systems and new properties that can do amazing things," said Steve Janack Vice President for Marketing and Communications at CNSE.
The result of these new properties is then used to create products and services. "LL Bean is selling pants that are stain resistant that are protected by nanotechnology, there are paints that dry more quickly and last longer, there are golf clubs that are lighter and stronger, all of these incorporate nanotechnology," said Janack.
The college has partnered with over 250 global companies for researching and developing.
The three goals of the college are "innovation, education, and economic development," said Alain Kaloyeros, Senior Vice President and CEO at CNSE. By providing the innovation Kaloyeros believes that the college can help drive future job growth and economic development in New York State.
The location of the CNSE is expected to bring future growth of the high tech industry to the area. The computer chip giant Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) plans to begin breaking ground on their first semi-conductor fabrication plant in the United States in Saratoga County within the upcoming weeks. According to the AMD website, the plant will create 1,465 permanent high tech jobs.
A major factor for this growth is the University at Albany's sprawling 450,000 square-foot Nano Technolgy Complex. The complex houses The College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) as well as research facilities for industry leader such as IBM and Sematech North. The $4.5 billion project was funded by both the State and industry partners.
"When you think of nanotechnology don't think of it as a product, nanotechnology is actually knowhow. It is the ability to actually manipulate atoms and molecules to create new systems and new properties that can do amazing things," said Steve Janack Vice President for Marketing and Communications at CNSE.
The result of these new properties is then used to create products and services. "LL Bean is selling pants that are stain resistant that are protected by nanotechnology, there are paints that dry more quickly and last longer, there are golf clubs that are lighter and stronger, all of these incorporate nanotechnology," said Janack.
The college has partnered with over 250 global companies for researching and developing.
The three goals of the college are "innovation, education, and economic development," said Alain Kaloyeros, Senior Vice President and CEO at CNSE. By providing the innovation Kaloyeros believes that the college can help drive future job growth and economic development in New York State.
The location of the CNSE is expected to bring future growth of the high tech industry to the area. The computer chip giant Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) plans to begin breaking ground on their first semi-conductor fabrication plant in the United States in Saratoga County within the upcoming weeks. According to the AMD website, the plant will create 1,465 permanent high tech jobs.
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