| Denmark is well placed to play a leading role in nanotechnology because multiple research environments with international standard R&D facilities already exist. In recent years, Danish research in nanotechnology has developed rapidly, many projects originated in the physics and chemistry laboratories of universities and sector research institutions. |
| A number of both smaller and larger Danish companies work closely together with the research environments, especially within catalysis and biological related micro- and nanotechnology. Furthermore, in several companies there is a growing activity in regard to technology transfer to new entrepreneurial companies within nanotechnology. |
| Today, the research efforts are focused around： |
- The deployment of advanced calculation methods and new theory contributing to the understanding of nano-architectures structures and functions;
- The development and deployment of scanning probe techniques for the study of chemical reactions on nano-scales and as sensors;
- The use of synchrotron-rays and neutron-rays for determining nano-architectures structure;
- The use of molecular MBE for the development of electronical, optical and magnetic nano-structures;
- Synthesis of supra-molecular nano-structures ( self assembly in dissolution of surfaces and bulk materials ).
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| The combined Danish research activities are well represented and very competitive in regard to external financing from EU programmes. Thus, Denmark has a research volume and an excellent research basis and potential that makes it obvious to invest in nanotechnology. |
| Leading edge research |
| Over the last ten years, Aarhus University, Copenhagen University, Denmark’s Technical University ( DTU ) ( MIC, COM and Polymer Centre ), and Research Centre Riso have all built strong reputations through leading edge research in surface physics, semiconductors, chemistry, biochemistry and microtechnology. Throughout the 1990s, nanotechnological research received support from the Danish Foundation for Basic Research, Danish research councils and from ‘materials science’ programmes. |
| In the biotechnological field, there are similar strong research groups at the Royal College of Veterinary and Agricultural Science, where nanotechnology is a key research area. These activities are likewise supported by the above mentioned foundations and programmes. |
| In Aalborg and Odense centres of research excellence are being built. In Odense two new centres for bio-organic chemistry and membrane biophysics will begin operations, both with a nanotechnological component. |
| From 2002, Copenhagen and Aarhus University, as well as the Danish Technical University ( DTU ) have been running courses in nanotechnology. |
| A number of Danish companies work closely with research centres, especially in catalysis and bio-nanotechnology, and there is a growing trend for technology transfer to new entrepreneurial companies. |
Research institutions
Danish centres of competence |
| COPENHAGEN |
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| MIC |
| Technical University of Denmark |
| www.mic.dtu.dk |
| MIC is a national research centre for advanced microtechnologies in semiconductor materials. |
| Research areas: |
- Molecular electronics, bioprobes, nanohand and bioarrays
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| Nano-Science Centre The H.C. Orsted Institute |
| www.nano.ku.dk |
| Research areas: |
- Nanotubes and MBE semiconductors for spintronics & nano-electronics
- Supramolecular chemistry for self-assembly of electronic nanostructures
- Nanostructured polymeric materials & nanostructured sensors
- Studies of nanostructures with synchrotron rays
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| Funding: |
- Materials Science Programme, STVF frame programmes & talent projects, EU programmes ( SAWPHOTON, NANOMOL, DISCEL, Nanopart and ICELL )
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| ODENSE |
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| Department of Chemistry University of Southern Denmark |
| www.sdu.dk/Nat/Chem/Centre/NAC/index.html |
| Research areas: |
- Supramolecular chemistry
- DNA-based nanoscience
- Scanning (power) probe microscope macromolecules
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| Funding: |
- Danish Foundation for Basic Research ( Bio-organic DNA chemistry, MEMPHYS ( membrane biophysics ) and EU programmes
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| AARHUS |
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| The Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Centre University of Aarhus |
| Members of iNANO and their respective research groups have complementary research programmes in the analysis and synthesis of nanomaterials. iNANO fosters and strengthens interdisciplinary activities, promotes the development of new non-traditional programmes, and provides unique facilities for competitive research. |
| Research Areas: |
- Nanoscale materials design
- Functional materials
- Bio-nanotechnology
- Nanocatalysis
- Nanooptics
- Basic long-term generic nanoscience research
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| Centre for Basic Research CAMP Institute of Physics and Astronomy |
| www.ifa.au.dk/camp |
| Research areas: |
- Scanning probe ( STM, AFM ) studies of nanostructures
- Nanocatalysis, supramolecular nanotechnology
- Bio-compatible materials, soft matter nanophysics/chemistry
- Semiconductor nanostructures, thin film structures
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| Funding: |
- Danish Foundation for Basic Research ( CAMP ), Material Science programme, SNFs Steno Grants, STVF talent projects and EU programmes ( Bottom Up Nanomachines, Nanocatalysis, Atom Manipulation, Marie Curie )
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| AALBORG |
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| Centre for Nanotechnology ( faculty of Engineering and Science ) University of Aalborg |
| www.civil.auc.dk |
| Principal investigator: Professor PhD Jesper deClaville Christiansen |
| Aalborg University has nanotechnology activities in the areas of chemistry, biotechnology, medical technology and materials technology. Co-ordinated research in these areas can pave the way for radical changes and new opportunities in the areas of nanotechnology. |
| Biotechnology, chemistry and environmental engineering |
- AFM studies of lipid surfaces
- Biotechnology
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| Other research institutions involved in nanotechnology |
| Research Centre Riso |
| www.risoe.dk |
| Research areas: |
- Structure characterisation of surfaces and bulk materials
- Synthesis of macromolecules and nanostructured materials
- The use of nano-objects for optical and electronical purposes
- Identification and function of nanoscopic biostructures
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| Funding: |
- Materials Science Programmes, Danish Foundation for Basic Research, Energy Directorate, SNF, STVF and EU programmes.
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| Danish Polymer Centre |
| www.polymers.dk |
| Research areas: |
- Interaction between topologic nanostructures and molecular self-organisation of polymer materials
- Nanostructure replica of biological structures
- Nanofibres – electro-spinning of polymer materials
- Nanostructured materials
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| Funding: |
- Materials Science Programme, EU programmes and STVF talent projects.
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| Centre for Communication, Optics, and Materials ( COM ) |
| Research areas: |
- Electronic characteristics of semiconductor nanostructures
- New lasers for optic communication
- Optic nanostructures for photonic band gap materials
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| Funding: |
- Material Science Programme and EU programmes ( DOT-COM, PICCO ).
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| Danish Institute for Fundamental Metrology ( DFM ) |
| www.dfm.dtu.dk |
| Research areas: |
- Scanning probe ( STM, AFM )
- Adsorption and desorption of surface molecules
- Scanning ( power ) probe microscope macromolecules
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| Funding: |
- Business Support Agency COMF and EU programmes ( Transfer standards for SPM, SURFSTAND, European Society for Precision Engineering and Nanotechnology ).
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| Companies Potential strategic partners |
| ADC/Ibsen www.ibsen.dk |
| Ibsen Photonics A/S is a leading manufacturer of holographic Phase masks that increase manufacturability of fiber Bragg gratings, DFB lasers and integrated optics. Ibsen Phase masks are strategic tools for the manufacture of both telecom components and sensors. |
| CHEMPAQ www.mic.dtu.dk |
| The proprietary technology of Chempaq is built around a unique sensor, which enables easy-to-perform, precise diagnostics on a blood droplet from the fingertip. |
| Copenhagen Applied Researchwww.capres.com |
| Founded in 1999 Capres has already supplied its first nano/micro probes. Using Capres’ proprietary technology it is possible measure the surface conductivity with unprecedented accuracy taking metrology to a new level. This technology will have an impact on the development of MRAM, OLED, conductive polymers and semiconductors. |
| Cystal Fibers www.crystal-fibre.com |
| Crystal Fibres A/S designs, manufactures and markets photonic crystal fiber (PCFs). Photonic crystal fibers, also known as microstructured fibers are a brand new range of optical fibers offering significant new possibilities and functionality within telecommunications and optical components in general. |
| EXIQON A/S www.exiqon.dk |
| Exiqon A/S is a privately held biotechnology company, focusing on the development, production and sale of innovative assay systems for use in high through-put applications in pharmacogenetics, functional genomics and proteomics. |
| GGA ( an Intel company ) www.giga.dk |
| GIGA ( Intel ) provides world-class discrete components and higher integration level solutions for multi-protocol and multi-rate networks to meet these demands. Giga develops and sells products and sells products such as optical components, optical transceivers, photonic design & manufacturing and optical networking solutions. |
| NKT www.nkt.dk |
| Optical chips and optical fibres (data transmission and teletransmission), biochips (life science industry and health sector), Pipelines (off-shore industry), Superconductors (energy transmission), Fibre optic sensor systems (building and civil engineering), PVC recycling ( municipal and privately owned incineration plants and recycling companies ). |
| TAG COPENHAGEN A/S www.tagc.com |
| TAG Copenhagen is the biggest DNA synthesis facility in Scandinavia offering a complete range of standard and modified synthetic nucleic acids. TAG Copenhagen has developed a leading edge technology for high through-put DNA synthesis. |
| Atomistix A/S |
| Atomistix is a software company engaged in development and sale of leading edge modelling tools for nanotechnologies. The flagship product, TranSiestaC, is the first commercial software for modelling the electrical properties of nanoscale devices. |
| Cantion |
| Cantion is specialized in label free and real-time detection of molecules with minimal use of reagents and samples. Cantion’s biochip (CANTI-4) can detect several molecules in parallel under the control of Cantion’s readout system ( C-BOX ). |
| Danish Micro Engineering |
| The company is recognized worldwide as a producer of high quality - high performance Scanning Probe Microscopes. |
| Haldor Topsoe AS |
| Topsoe is a catalyst and technology company. It has through the years had close research collaborations with leading universities in Denmark and around the world and is open for both scientific and commercial collaboration in the field of nanotechnology. |
| LiPlasome Pharma AS |
| LiPlasome Pharma’s proprietary prodrug and drug delivery technology is based on smart lipid based nanocarriers (LiPlasomes) that can be applied for targeted transport of anticancer drugs. |
| Sources： |
Invest in Denmark, Danish Research Agency's report: "Nanotechnology in a world without limits"
http://www.investindk.com/1024/visArtikel.asp?artikelID=8994&print=true |
Nanotechnology International / Denmark: companies, profiles, links
http://www.nanovip.com/directory/International/Denmark/index.php |
Nano Investor News / Denmark
http://www.nanoinvestornews.com/modules.php?name=Countries&op=viewloc&country=denmark |
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