Emerging Nanotechnologies for Manufacturing

Chapter 10

Commercialization of NanotechnologiesTechnology Transfer from University Research Laboratories

M.J. Jackson¹, M.D. Whitt¹, R.G. Handy¹, G.M. Robinson² and M.D. Whitfield²

¹Purdue University, MET, College of Technology, West Lafayette, IN, USA

²Micro Machinists, L.L.C., Purdue Research Park, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Abstract

The commercialization of nanotechnology from university spin-out companies is viewed as critical for the sustainable development of tertiary-level technologies. This chapter outlines the roles of venture capitalists, Government, academic institutions, and entrepreneurs in providing society with nanotechnology companies that turn science into money. The chapter also explains how the technology is transferred in the ...