To a large degree University of California in San Diego gets credit for
reinventing their regional economy, most visibly through their
"Connect" services. Below is an article from their latest
e-newsletter which highlights how much they do to connect early stage ventures
there with all levels of funding - from "food and rent" grants to
partnering with large pharmaceuticals. Important model and lessons to learn of
NEO to connect with the new economy!

This article offers good perspective on applied nanotechnology in healthcare, which was the subject of a recent conference in NEO...

Nanotechnology comes of age...

...last Monday, when the United States Patent and Trademark Office
announced a new registration category just for nanotechnology
inventions.

See NY Times Article linked here

The
NanoMedicine Summit is a multidisciplinary scientific meeting devoted to
exploring innovative strategies for translating recent advances in
nanotechnology research into clinical practice and biomedical investigation.
The summit will bring together leading clinical practitioners and biomedical
researchers with top nanoscientists. Expert presentations and panel forums will
highlight state-of-the-art biomedical nanotechnology, discuss specifications
for nanoscale tools for biomedical research, and identify unmet clinical needs
ripe for nanobiotechnology solutions.

Location