"Nano & Micro systems"

Governments and industry alike now recognise that, within the incredible potential of nanotechnology, the first commercial applications are likely to be developed by Research Departments of Universities working in partnership with industry. The DTI report "Micro/Nanotechnology in the UK - Bridging the Technology Transfer Gap" identifies South West Universities as carrying out some of the most exciting research. 
 
South West England represents one of Europe's leading technological regions, particularly in aerospace, and is well placed to help global companies capitalise on the commercial opportunities. The Airbus Composite Structures Development Centre at Filton, Bristol, forms the hub of an alliance of companies, universities and colleges in the South West, able to offer a world-class capability in the field of composites technology.  
 
Building a future world-class base for nanotechnology depends not only on R&D excellence but also on the presence of businesses keen to exploit the new technology and partner with university research centres. Having the right infrastructure is paramount - particularly in terms of high speed data connectivity and a fully functioning network of interested parties. All of these vital components are established in the South West.  

Governments and industry alike now recognise that, within the incredible potential of nanotechnology, the first commercial applications are likely to be developed by Research Departments of Universities working in partnership with industry. The DTI report "Micro/Nanotechnology in the UK - Bridging the Technology Transfer Gap" identifies South West Universities as carrying out some of the most exciting research. 
 
South West England represents one of Europe's leading technological regions, particularly in aerospace, and is well placed to help global companies capitalise on the commercial opportunities. The Airbus Composite Structures Development Centre at Filton, Bristol, forms the hub of an alliance of companies, universities and colleges in the South West, able to offer a world-class capability in the field of composites technology.  
 
Building a future world-class base for nanotechnology depends not only on R&D excellence but also on the presence of businesses keen to exploit the new technology and partner with university research centres. Having the right infrastructure is paramount - particularly in terms of high speed data connectivity and a fully functioning network of interested parties. All of these vital components are established in the South West.