Battery Technologies Winter School

How light and how much capacity can a battery get in the near future? What material drives the next big wave of revolution in energy storage and conversion? And how far are we from the next big wave?

This half day Winter School of Advanced Energy Storage Technologies is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to learn the research and development undergoing in the renowned laboratories and institutions in the world. Come and share the progress and perspectives given by the top scientists in battery technologies.

The objective of this event is to deliver advanced technical knowledge for general understanding. Industry professionals and researchers are welcome to enrich their knowledge in energy storage and conversion technologies.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email karen.wong@nami.org.hk . For any questions, please contact Karen at 2358 5763.

Advanced Materials Synthesis for Future Lithium Ion Batteries
Professor Jean-Marie TARASCON
l'Universite de Picardie Jules Verne CNRS Amiens, France

Future Development of Lithium Ion Batteries
Professor Bruno SCROSATI
University of Rome, Italy

Trend and Government Policy on Electrification
Dr. Khalil AMINE
Argonne National Laboratory, USA

Advanced Development on Fuel Cells
Professor Chao Yang WANG
The Pennsylvania State University, USA

Symposium on Metal Surface Treatment

Along with Hong Kong Trade Development Council and Hong Kong Federation of Innovative Technologies and Manufacturing Industries, NAMI will organize a symposium on metal surface treatment on December 16. Three speakers to discuss the latest surface treatment technologies while another speaker will discuss how to establish standardizations and publicly available specifications for nanotechnology products.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email karen.wong@nami.org.hk . For any questions, please contact Karen at 2358 5763

New Era in Manufacturing Technology
製造技術之新紀元 (in Cantonese)
Dr. Kinny LK YEUNG 楊利堅博士
General Manager, Department of Materials & Manufacturing Technology Division, Hong Kong Productivity Council

High Strength and High Ductility Nanostructured Material: Concept, Processing and Potential Applications
高強高韌納米結構材料: 原理、工藝及應用 (in Mandarin)
Professor Jian LU 呂堅教授
Dean of College of Science and Engineering and Chair Professor of Mechanical Engineering, City University of Hong Kong

Nano Surface Treatments
納米表面處理技術 (in Mandarin)
Dr Jifan LI 李基凡博士
Technical Manager, NAMI

Standardization and Publicly Available Specification (PAS)
標準化及公眾可獲取規範 (in Cantonese)
Mr. Tony YIP 葉錦輝先生
Regulatory Affairs Manager, British Standards Institution (BSi) HK

Inno Design Tech (IDT) Expo

Organized by HKTDC, IDT is an annual signature event for HK industries to explore ideas of enhancing competitiveness. This year, apart from local innovative products from creative and technology companies, IDT will feature a world-class exhibition of German design and innovations.

Being a supporting organization, NAMI will display our R&D achievements that are ready or under commercialization in the areas of solid state lighting, sustainable energy, environmental technologies, biomedical materials, surface coating and other nanotechnologies. We will announce our booth number on our website shortly. We look forward to seeing you.

For more information, please visit http://innodesigntechexpo.hktdc.com

China Hi-Tech Fair 2011 (CHTF)

CHTF, the largest exhibition on high technologies in China, incorporates trade in high technologies, product exhibition, high-level forums, investment invitation and information exchange. This state-level and international event brings together all the stakeholders including government departments, businesses, colleges/universities, research institutes, financial organizations and intermediary agencies for the commercialization of high technologies.

ITC and HKTDC will jointly organize the Hong Kong Pavilion at the CHTF this year and NAMI will display a number of R&D work.

InnoCarnival 2011

To share with the general public the latest innovations and scientific development, NAMI will participate in the InnoCarnival demonstrating and exhibiting:

• High performance air filtering technology
• Effective insulation coating
• Thermo-sensitive polymer
• Thin-film solar technologies
• Micro-algae cultivation

NAMI's booth will be located in the new “Green 18” Building. Please come and visit us.

NAMI Showcase 2011

“Connect. Innovate. Grow.”

After 5 years of operation, NAMI would like to take this opportunity to showcase our effort, achievements and visions in making Hong Kong a centre for nanotechnology and advanced materials innovations while celebrating our successful collaborations with industry, professional bodies and trade organizations.

With a theme of “Connect. Innovate. Grow”, we have invited three distinguished overseas and local speakers to cover a variety of topics in the development of construction materials, sustainable energy, and biomaterials.

Don't miss this valuable opportunity to explore NAMI's latest development in various technological areas all in one go.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email karen.wong@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Karen at 2358 5763.

Multi-Functional Platform Technologies with Carbon Nanotechnology
Professor Ravi SILVA
Director of Advanced Technology Institute, Head of Nano-Electronics Centre, Advanced Technology Institute, University of Surrey, United Kingdom

Development of Magnesium Alloy for Medical Applications
Professor Lugee LI
Chairman, EON Group, China

Future Research and Technology Development for Built Environment
Dr. Ricky TSUI
East Asia R&D Leader |Associate Director, ARUP, Hong Kong

Eco Expo Asia 2011

Reflecting the growing demand for environmental protection products and services, the 6th trade fair will showcase technologies that reduce the carbon intensity at every stage of the supply chain, from low-carbon energy generation, storage transmission, to end-user efficiency in air quality, energy efficiency and energy, waste management and recycling, as well as eco-friendly products.

Along with the trade fair, Eco Asia Conference will be held where NAMI will conduct a presentation on “Nanotechnology and Application on Eco Industry” in Seminar Room, Hall 2, at noon on October 27, 2011. Innovative materials for thermal insulation and self cleaning, anti-bactericidal coating will be introduced.

ISL Asia 2011

NAMI is proud to be the supporting organization of ISL Asia 2011 – International Symposium on Laser-Microprocessing.

A cross-disciplinary forum which brings together researchers, industrialists, end-users and laser suppliers to exchange knowledge and share insight of latest research findings, news, applications and solutions as well as future opportunities in laser microfabrication, this symposium will balance scientific themes and business opportunities in focus areas of:

• Solar cell processing
• LED processing
• Flat panel displays and touch screens processing
• Precision molds and dies
• Biomedical devices
• MEMS and Microelectronics

Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials Forum: Medical and Healthcare Devices

納米及先進材料技術論壇 - 醫療及保健器材

A New Perspective: Medical and Healthcare Devices in the Future

With the convergence of many scientific and technology breakthroughs, the pace of medical invention is accelerating, providing new solutions with medical devices that will challenge existing paradigms and revolutionize the way treatments or preventive care are administered. At the same time, how these new treatments or devices are regulated has raised new challenges to medical professionals.

The presentations in this symposium aim to inspire ideas for devices that can create tremendous value for human healthcare in the next few years. Apart from discussing the innovations with great potential, an overview of the regulatory practices for nanotechnology applications in medical devices will also be addressed.

Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to learn, share, and explore the many possibilities lying ahead in the area of medical and healthcare devices.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email karen.wong@nami.org.hk . For any questions, please contact Karen at 2358 5763.

Rapid and Parallel Three-Dimensional Micro and Nano Patterning of Bio-gels Utilizing Optically Induced Electrokinetics
基於光誘導電動力學的快速並行化生物水凝膠三維微納米構建 (in English/Mandarin)
Professor Wenjung LI 李文榮教授
Professor/Director of Centre for Micro & Nano Systems, Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Lung SPA - A Device of Great Potential in Healthcare Revolution
Lung SPA - 帶動健康革命 (in Cantonese)
Dr Andrew YOUNG 楊友華醫生
Managing Director, Newlife (HK) Health Management Centre Co. Ltd.

Photobiomodulation-Enhanced Internal Cell Therapy
光療增強的體內細胞治療 (in Mandarin & Cantonese)
Professor Timon Cheng Yi LIU 劉承宜教授
South China Normal University
Dr Susie LUM 林崇綏博士
BeWell Global Limited

Standards and Standardization of Nanotechnology – Future Legislation
納米技術的標準化及標準-未來法規定向 (in Cantonese)
Mr. Tony YIP 葉錦輝先生
Regulatory Affairs Manager, British Standards Institution (BSi) HK

Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials Forum: Energy Storage

納米及先進材料技術論壇 - 未來的儲能技術

“Ready for Overnight Breakthroughs? Energy Storage Technologies in the Future”

All OEMs want a battery that has the highest energy density, best safety factor, longest life in terms of discharge cycles and ease of maintenance, while still being environmentally friendly. These are the drivers behind rechargeable battery development around the world today, with lithium ion continuing to lead the market.

This symposium will discuss the best materials to overcome the drawbacks of Li-ion batteries like safety, life span or thermal stability. The presentations will introduce the innovations with lithium and non-lithium technologies and outline the latest development of greener, faster charging, and more durable batteries.

Putting the spotlight on the leading-edge material and engineering science, the event offers invaluable insights in the future of batteries. It is a not-to-be missed opportunity to learn, and share the first-hand experiences and best practices on battery technologies.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email karen.wong@nami.org.hk . For any questions, please contact Karen at 2358 5763.

Some Important Considerations for Future Electric Vehicles
未來電動汽車的重要考慮
Dr. Jonathan C Y CHUNG
Department of Physics and Materials Science, City University of Hong Kong

Energy Storage System Integration and Analysis for New Energy Vehicle Application
電動車的儲能系統整合及分析
Professor Ze Feng MA
Department of Chemical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Nanostructured Materials for Electrochemical Power Sources
電化學電源內的多尺度結構材料和界面
Professor Kwong Yu CHAN
Department of Chemistry, The University of Hong Kong

Battery Safety and Logistic Regulation
電池安全性能及物流監管
Mr. Larry LEE
GP Batteries International Limited

Environmental Technologies Workshop – Wastewater Treatment

“10 Seminars presented by Leading Scholars and Professionals”

Cutting-edge science and new technology are key to preserving the environment; they are also crucial to help us avoid polluting the world around us, reduce pollution that has occurred and remedy damage done.

In Environmental Technologies Workshop, ten notable speakers in wastewater and sewage treatment will deliver a series of lectures which address advancements in both traditional and emerging technologies applied towards a more sustainable future. The mission of the event is to provide a perspective on where the opportunities are today and will be in the coming years in the environmental technology market and to profile some of the technologies which are well positioned to take advantage of the direction in which the market is going.

Industry professionals and postgraduate students, in particular for those connected to environmental technologies, are most welcome in this full day of knowledge transfer.

Topics Covered:

•  Biological Treatment for Sewage

•  Wastewater Treatment in Hong Kong and China

•  Advances in Sludge Recycling

•  New Approaches of Bacterial Disinfection

Free Registration

CPD will be given at the end of the workshop.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form , fax it to 2358 8113 or email karen.wong@nami.org.hk . For any questions, please contact Karen at 2358 5763.

Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials Forum: Electronic Packaging

“Catching the Wave: Latest Development in : Electronic Packaging & Thermal Management for LED”

The tremendous progress in semiconductor technology has created a need for effective electronic packaging. One of the bottleneck for LED development has been related to the reliability and performance of electrical packaging and thermal management. Materials in use today and those becoming available are crucial to ascertain what actions are needed for the industry to compete favorably in the world market for advanced electronics.

In this symposium, new materials and disruptive processing techniques to address the challenges in electronic packaging and thermal management for LED will be discussed. The presentations will also assess the existing capability and limitations while addressing the trend of materials and systems development.

Putting the spotlight on the leading-edge material and engineering science, the event offers invaluable insights and outlooks paving the way to the market development of electronic packaging materials. It is a not-to-be missed opportunity for both academia and industry to learn, share, and explore the many possibilities throughout a variety of applications and industry sectors.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email karen.wong@nami.org.hk . For any questions, please contact Karen at 2358 5763.

Agenda Disruptive Packaging Technologies for High Density Microelectronics and 3D IC Integration
Professor Ricky SW LEE
Professor/Director of Centre for Advanced Microsystems Packaging, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology

Material and Process Challenges for LED Packaging
Dr. Ming LI
Senior Technical Manager, ASM Assembly Automation Ltd.

Development of Advanced Die Attach Adhesives (DAAs) with Nano-fillers for High Brightness LED (HB-LED)
Dr. Tracy CM LIU
Assistant Technical Manager, Nano and Advanced Materials Institute Ltd.

Reliability Challenges: Electromigration and Thermomigration in Fine-pitch Microelectronic Interconnections and Novel Solder
Ms. Margie QQ LI
Research Engineer, EPA Centre, Electronic Engineering Department, The City University of Hong Kong

Case Study on Graping Phenomenon on Surface Mounted Solder Joints
Mr. Matthew TSUI
Centre Manager of EPA Centre, The City University of Hong Kong

Green Construction Materials Workshop

11 Seminars presented by Leading Scholars and Professionals

The pivotal role that environmentally sound construction can play in protecting against climate change cannot be underestimated. With more efficient use of materials, lower utilities consumption, enhancement of lifetime, it is clear that going “green” makes more than just ecological sense.

This full day event, Green Construction Materials Workshop 2011, will address the key developments of eco construction materials and endeavours for a sustainable built environment. It is organized to expedite the sharing of latest advancements and to update industry peers on new and emerging trends.

Don't miss this great opportunity to explore the great potentials of green construction materials.

Topics Covered:

•  Sustainable Infrastructures in China

•  Eco-friendly Construction Materials

•  Green Concrete

•  Requirements for Recycled Materials

•  Durable Marine Concrete Structure

•  Energy Efficient Building Envelope

•  Measurement Framework

Free Registration

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email karen.wong@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Karen at 2358 5763.

納米及先進材料技術論壇 – 有機發光二極管 (OLED)

OLED不單輕巧、節能，且由於製作程序較簡單，成本比液晶顯示器低，最適合應用於便攜式產品。而OLED已在平板顯示器中發展迅速，為產品提供更生動、更易讀、色彩更繽紛的圖像顯示功能。

是次論壇誠邀了來自學界和業界的傑出講者，他們將介紹有機物料及其相關發展範疇的最新資訊及應用。

納米及先進材料研發院舉辦此活動的目的是提供一個交流平台，讓對發展科技研究有興趣之學者、研究員、專業人士及企業管理層了解最新的科學發展，彼此交換意見，希望從中能有助啟發更多產品意念，推動業界共同攜手發展及創造具突出成效的OLED產品。

有關是次論壇的詳細資料及報名詳情，我們將會在12月內公布。

創新科技及設計博覽

現今市場競爭愈趨激烈，有不少企業已利用創新的設計及先進的科技為其產品及服務增值。

由香港貿易發展局主辦的創新科技及設計博覽，為業界提供最先進的工商業產品設計及實用科技資訊的交流平台。展會亦匯聚超過350家本地及海外參展商，將世界各地參展商的創意發展盡情發揮，讓您飽覽無遺!

此外，NAMI將於博覽期間展示最新的科學技術發展及其應用範疇。歡迎蒞臨我們的展位！

2010年12月2至3日 上午9:30 - 下午7:00
2010年12月4日 上午9:30 - 下午6:30

http://innodesigntechexpo.hktdc.com

中國國際高新技術成果交易會（簡稱高交會）

2010 年的高交會將以“技術主導的轉型與創新驅動的發展”為主題，專題特顯與新興產業成為戰略夥伴的重要性、推動低碳經濟及提倡環保科學技術。高交會將為企業，學院 /大學，研究機構，中國內地和海外政府部門提供最妥善的創意共享、意見表達及促進貿易發展的交流平台。

NAMI 將在9號館的9S34f展位，重點展示納米濕度感應器和熱感材料的產品示範。

知識轉移論壇

查詢詳情，請聯絡:

鄭小姐, 香港理工大學

電話: +852 3400 2819

電郵: pdvzheng@inet.polyu.edu.hk

網址: http://www.ktconference.com

Title: Advertorial on SCMP
Date: 6 November 2010

Our Chairman, Mr. George Chung, JP, our CEO, Professor KM Ng, and our Director of Business Development, Dr. Eric Liu, were interviewed by SCMP and the advertorial was published on November 6, 2010.

During the interview, NAMI's latest technological achievements and our direction of future development were discussed.

Please refer to the attachment to learn more.

納米及先進材料技術論壇 – 納米科技及智能材料於醫療保健上的應用

“納米醫生"

人們普遍認為廿一世紀是生命科學的世紀。另一方面，科學家們也指出納米技術將是廿一世紀的十大關鍵高技術之一。

因此，國內外醫學界一直重視納米生物科技研究，透過改進物料特質及提升功能，創製出不少新一代具革命性影響的智能材料，並將其應用在疾病診斷、 治療和保健護理上。

是次研討會誠邀了四位來自學界和業界的傑出講者， 他們將闡釋融合了納米科技和先進材料的嶄新診斷、治療和保健護理科技， 包括:更靈敏的感測器、更準確的靶向藥物傳導和更有效的治療保健用品。這些研究及其技術成果顯示出納米醫學龐大的潛在應用和研究價值。

納米及先進材料研發院舉辦此活動的目的是提供一個交流平台，讓對發展創新醫療科技有興趣之學者、研究員、專業人士及企業管理層了解最新的科學技術， 彼此交換意見，希望從中能有助啟發更多產品意念，推動業界利用先進材料及技術發展出具突出成效的醫藥護理用品。

如有查詢，請致電 2358 5076 聯絡鄭小姐。 歡迎瀏覽本公司網頁 www.nami.org.hk 。

秦嶺教授

香港中文大學矯形外科及創傷學系

骨、關節、肌肉實驗研究室主任

“ 創新型含骨誘導植物小分子混合材料支架材料的研發與骨科應用 ”

楊友華醫生

新生命 ( 香港 ) 健康管理中心有限公司執行長

“ 表皮生長因子於人類皮膚之應用 ”

陳百里博士

富利樂科技有限公司科技總監

“ 開發瓜爾膠為舒緩肌肉關節疼痛及促進機體恢復的外用藥物傳遞載體 ”

黃家偉博士

納米及先進材料研發院有限公司技術經理

Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials Symposium – Applications and Technologies of Fire Resistant Building Materials

“An Ounce of Prevention”

Fires are real hazards in all built environments, and it is the prevailing regulation in Hong Kong and many major cities in the world that all building materials are fire-rated, i.e. they are proven building materials which are not only incombustible but also able to withstand the effects of fires for a specified period of time.

This forum aims to present recent advances on fire protection in built environments and latest developments in fire resistant building materials as well as current practices in the construction industry to researchers, designers, builders as well as materials suppliers.

The event aims to provide a platform among various stakeholders to exchange ideas, to discuss current problems and future needs, and to consolidate technical supports for possible research and development projects.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email iris@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Iris at 2358 5076.

Performance of Building Members and Materials Under Fires: Standard Fire Tests and Fire Protection Systems

Professor Philip KH TAN

Deputy Director of Protective Technology Research Centre, School of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Fire Protection Materials in Building Construction: Applications and Requirements

Mr. Samson HO

Regional General Manager, Promat International Asia Pacific Ltd.

Fire Resistant Materials and their Thermal Properties

Dr. Tracy LIU

Assistant Technical Manager, Nano and Advanced Materials Institute Ltd

Structural Fire Engineering and Fire Protection in Built Environments

Prof. KF CHUNG

Deputy Director, Research Centre for Advanced Technology in Structural Engineering, Department of Civil and Structural Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials Symposium – Technology Commercialization

Light the Passion, Share the Dream – When Technology Innovation meets Business

The ability to commercialize new technology rapidly is essential for a competitive advantage in dynamically changing business environment. From identifying potential technologies, securing funding, working with R&D faculties, filing intellectual property, to scaling up production and marketing new products, are full of gaps to be filled and pitfalls to avoid.

The focus of this symposium is on the efficient transfer of research, knowledge, and technology knowhow from ideas to the marketplace. Supported with case studies, the presentations include topics like assessing technologies for commercial viability, devising commercialization strategies, applying for patent, and creating executable plans for new ventures.

Discover how to evaluate a technology and protect IP. Find out the missing links before taking a new knowhow to the market. The forum is a one-stop place to meet researchers, investors, corporations interested in technology innovations.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email iris@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Iris at 2358 5076.

Principles of Valuation: Extracting Value from Technology Assets
Mr. Kelvin WL CHIN

Executive Director & Valuation Practice Leader, Compass Consulting Group

How Venture Capitalists Screen Deals
Mr. Francis WONG

Vice President, Sumitomo Corporation Equity Asia Limited

Protecting your Intellectual Property in Preparation for Seeking Investment or Commercialisation of your Technology
Ms. Rebecca LO

Partner, Rebecca Lo & Co.

Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials Symposium – Innovative Applications of Nano and Advanced Materials

Unity in Diversity

The dimensions are tiny but the opportunities are huge. Manipulation of material properties is an engine that will drive changes in industrial and consumer products in the coming years. The enhanced material properties, cost reduction, and innovative applications will definitely help industries to gain a competitive advantage.

Designed to offer a broad and interdisciplinary overview of nanotechnology and advanced materials, the symposium will cover topics like nanotechnology applications in our daily life, the development and benefits of nano and advanced materials in environmental technologies, textiles, industrial and consumer products.

This forum provides a platform where attendees ranging from researchers to professionals and practitioners, and from technicians and engineers to managers, consultants, and policy makers from the academia, industries and the government can exchange their views on the latest technology trend and their potentials.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email iris@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Iris at 2358 5076.

Nanotechnology Applications in Everyday Life
納米科技的日常應用
Dr. Peter WM LEE
Chief Technology Officer, Nano and Advanced Materials Institute Ltd

Filtering Sub-Micron Viruses and Pollutants Using Innovative Nanofiber Filters
創新納米纖維過濾器於處理亞微米病毒和污染物的應用
Professor Wallace LEUNG
Director, Research Institute of Innovative Products & Technologies and Chair Professor of Innovative Products & Technologies, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Nano-Functional Materials and their Applications on Textiles
納米功能材料及其在紡織品上的應用
Dr. Bin FEI
Research Fellow, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Advanced Composite Materials and their Industrial Applications
先進複合材料及其在工業上的應用
Dr. Stephen LEE
Associate Director, Advanced Engineering Materials Facility, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials Symposium – Indoor Air Quality Improvement

Breathe for Health – Advanced Technologies for Indoor Air Quality Improvement

The Hong Kong Government has taken initiatives to improve indoor air quality in various facilities. The most recent is the development of an IAQ Certification Scheme for Offices and Public Places. Launched as a voluntary scheme, it could become a significant driving force to reduce Sick Building Syndrome and provide the community fresh and pleasant indoor air.

Designed to showcase the latest developments in air purification research and technology, the symposium will discuss the various applications of nanotechnology in air treatment as well as the new energy-efficient and smart ventilation system designs incorporated with different air cleaning/filtering technologies.

This forum provides a platform where attendees ranging from researchers to professionals and practitioners, from technicians and engineers to managers, consultants, and policy makers from the academia, the government, and a variety of industries can gather insights and expertise as we continue our common efforts for cleaner air and a better environment.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email iris@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Iris at 2358 5076.

Introduction to IAQ Development in Hong Kong – A Brief Review of IAQ Sampling, Guidelines and Control Technologies
Prof. Frank SC LEE
Professor, Department of Civil & Structural Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Nanotechnology for Enhanced Photocatalytic Air Purification
Dr. Michael LEUNG Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The University of Hong Kong

Plasma-assisted Catalytic Oxidation (PACO) Technology for Indoor VOCs Removal: Potential and Challenges
Dr. Oscar HUI Lecturer, Department of Manufacturing Engineering and Engineering Management, City University of Hong Kong

Advanced Air Purification Technology with Nano Confined Catalytic Oxidation
Mr. Tony KT HO
Assistant R&D Manager, RHT Limited

Ability Change – Recovery of Condensing Water and Waste Heat Used in IAQ
Mr. Frank HT LEUNG
General Manager, Coolpoint Ventilation Equipment Limited

Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials Symposium – Solid Waste and Wastewater Treatment

Beauty for Brokenness – Highlights of Waste Water and Solid Waste Treatment Technologies

Governments around the world are recognizing the need to take action against pollution and waste reduction. In the solid waste and wastewater sectors, waste can be mitigated by implementing appropriate mature and emerging technologies. Current and anticipated regulations will accelerate technology implementation in existing waste management systems.

Designed to showcase the latest developments in waste management practice, research and technology, the symposium will discuss the various applications of nanotechnology in waste management as well as the current and potential opportunities in reprocessing waste materials in Hong Kong.

This forum provides a platform where attendees ranging from researchers to professionals and practitioners, and from technicians and engineers to managers, consultants, and policy makers from environmental technology and materials processing industries can exchange their views on the latest technology development and their applications.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email iris@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Iris at 2358 5076.

Thermal Technology of Stabilizing Hazardous Metals: Sludge and Incineration Ash Recycling
Dr. Kaimin SHIH
Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, The University of Hong Kong

New Products from Wastes – Current & Potential Opportunities for Reprocessing Waste Materials in Hong Kong
Prof. Gordon MCKAY
Acting Head/Professor, Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology

Application of Nanotechnology in the Management of Wastewater and Solid Waste
Dr. Richard YH CHEUNG
Associate Professor, Department of Biology & Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong

Advancement of Ozonated Nanobubble and Water in Waste Management for Agricultural, Commercial & Domestic Applications
Dr. Gilbert YS CHAN
Assistant Professor. Department of Applied Biology & Chemical Technology, Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Solar Energy Winter School

Photovoltaic industry develops rapidly, even surpassing most expectations and is now recognized as an essential ingredient for the transition to a sustainable energy future. Such development cannot be achieved without advanced research and development done in the institutes worldwide. Hong Kong academia has been contributing significantly to the realm of solar technology, particularly in terms of material development and device fabrication.

Joining the hands of 6 local leading institutes in Hong Kong photovoltaic research, Solar Energy Winter School 2010 is organized to expedite the sharing of knowledge among experts in the region. The day is organized mainly for postgraduate students and professionals, in particular for those connected to solar energy research and device development. A total of eleven renowned professors will present their research findings on various important topics of recent development in PV technology. Each expert will introduce and discuss in depth their research topics.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email sarinalau@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Sarina Lau at 2358 5862.

• Dr. Peter Lee - NAMI
• Prof. DS Wuu - NAMI
• Prof. P Jennings - Murdoch University, Australia
• Dr. A B Djurisic - The University of Hong Kong
• Prof. X D Xiao - Chinese University of Hong Kong
• Prof. C S Lee - City University of Hong Kong
• Prof. H X Yang - Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• Prof. F R Zhu - Hong Kong Baptist University
• Prof. R Wong - Hong Kong Baptist University
• Dr. Z F Huang - Hong Kong Baptist University
• Prof. M S Wong - Hong Kong Baptist University

納米及先進材料研發院有限公司香港科學園辦公室及實驗室開幕典禮

將於二零一零年一月十五日(星期五)下午三時正假新界沙田香港科學園科技大道西十號浚湖樓一樓演講廳舉行

Strength & Ductility and Beyond

With the economy recovering, it is the most crucial time for companies to be prepared and be able to stand up to their competition. Competing in today's global economy , companies take much more than quality and reasonable price to survive. The key to success and survival is innovation and technology development, with the winners in the race to embrace new technology will always be on top.

Come and discover the recent advances in metal processing and surface treatment. How does a nanostructured metallic surface treatment turn steel from 304 grade to 316 grade? What is this network white cast iron alloy that exhibits strength similar to 52100 steel at a lower cost? What is the progress in annodizing and super-hydrophobic surface treatment?

This forum provides participants a platform where academics, business professionals, and end users from solar energy industry can exchange their views on the latest technology development and their applications.

To reserve your seats, please complete the Registration Form, fax it to 2358 8113 or email iris@nami.org.hk. For any questions, please contact Iris at 2358 5076.

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• For a Clean and Slippy Surface: Hydrophobic or Hydrophilic?
  Dr. Chun ZHANG
  Technical Manager, Nano and Advanced Materials Institute Ltd

• A Ductile White Cast Iron with a High Yield Strength of 2000MPa
  Prof HW KUI
  Professor, Department of Physics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

• Surface Anodization and Application of Aluminum/Aluminum Alloy
  Dr. Jianying MIAO
  Technical Manager, Nano and Advanced Materials Institute Ltd

• Design and Processing of New Nanostructured Metallic Materials and Industrial Applications in Automotive, Textile, Bio-implants, Sport Goods and Aerospace
  Prof. Jian LU
  Associate Dean of Faculty of Engineering, Head and Chair Professor of Department of Mechanical Engineering, Hong Kong Polytechnic University