What is the Nanotechnology Institute?

The Nanotechnology Institute^TM (NTI) is changing the way the Greater Philadelphia Region advances new, transformative technologies.

From Discovery to Commercialization, the NTI is the region’s first partnership created to be a catalyst for nanotechnology development, commercialization and company formation. Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania, the University of Pennsylvania, and Drexel University created the NTI in 2000. The NTI has helped produce more than 357 Intellectual Property assets, created or assisted more than 22 young companies, and attracted more than $200 million in public and private investment to the region. more»

NTI 2009 Brochure Now On-Line

The NTI 2009 brochure is available for download.  Please click here for the link:  NTI Brochure 2009 final

How Does the NTI Work?

The NTI facilitates the research, development and commercialization of nanotechnology’s real-world applications. By providing funding, intellectual property and commercialization assistance, the NTI expedites the rate at which revolutionary technologies are brought to market, changing our world and fueling our economy. more»

Accomplishments and Economic Impact

The NTI has been aggressive in the areas of technology and economic development. To date, the NTI has helped produce more than 80 intellectual property assets, facilitated seven technology licenses, created or assisted 13 young companies, and attracted more than $172 million in public and private investment to the region. more»

The State of Nanotechnology

The importance of nanotechnology to future industry and national economic well-being is no longer a matter of debate. The number of first-generation (material) nanotechnology-dependent and nanotechnology-enabled products is exploding. more»