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Nano/Bio Interface Center at the University of Pennsylvania is a Nanoscale Science and Engineering Center (NSEC) bringing together researchers from the Schools of Engineering and Applied Science; Arts and Sciences; and Medicine. The NBIC exploits Penn's internationally recognized strengths in design of molecular function and quantification of individual molecules. The Center unites investigators from ten departments to provide, not only new directions for the life sciences, but also for engineering in a two-way flow essential to fully realizing the benefits of nano-biotechnology.

Technical Research and Community Engagement
Biomolecular Optoelectronic Function

BOFNew chromophores combined with synthetic polypeptides are assembled with nanotubes and wires into functional devices to explore the physics of molecular optoelectronic function. electronics.
Molecular Motions

MMNovel techniques manipulate and characterize molecular motion of motor proteins, DNA, and protein folding, exploiting microfluidics and surface engineering to control local environments.
Single Molecule Probes

SPFA cross-cutting initiative advancing next generation electronic and near field optical local probes, and providing access in a multi user instrumentation facility.
Engaging Globally and Locally

Engaging Globally & LocallyA variety of constituencies from the research, business, education, health, and communities provide a portfolio of programs to educate and provide insight to societal implications of nanoscale science and technology.

 

 

NEW Master’s Degree In Nanotechnology
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NBIC Announces Three New members to the External Advisory Board
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DNI / LNN PA Regional Nanotechnology Conference Collaborating in Today’s Economy
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Igor Kulic has been awarded a permanent position in the French CNRS
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Professor Shree Singh joins NBIC Science Advisory Board
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Nanotechnology for the Study of Cellular and Molecular Interactions... read more

2009 Innovation Award Program deadline April 3, 2009... read more

Seeking High School Students in West Philadelphia for Summer Research Experience in Chemistry... read more

Wanted:Science Teachers for Professional Development in Nanoscale Science
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Professor Nelson recognized for excellence in teaching biophysics
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Professor Rob Carpick named Penn Fellow

New program deadlines have been added
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Dawn Bonnell speaks at the Chemical Heritage Foundation
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NanoDay@PENN
NanoDay@Penn
October 29, 2008

2008 Research Excellence Award
The 2008 Research Excellence Award in Nanotechnology will be awarded to Professor Naomi Halas during the annual NanoDay@Penn. ... read more

Undergraduate Open House
October 1, 2008 read flyer

Graduate Research Award Nominations
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Innovation Grants Program (NBIC), 2008
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Marija Drndic Recieves the Edmund J. and Louise W. Kahn Award
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Gigantic fuss over a teensy topic
Nanotechnology is the focus of attention at a Penn science fair.
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Two Recent Grant Funding to Yale Goldman
NIST Award of $2 Million to Develop a Tool to Study Proteins At Work in Living Cells & NSF Award of $700,000 from the Major Research Instrumentation Program
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Jonathan Spanier awarded with PECASE
Jonathan E. Spanier, NBIC researcher and Assistant Professor of materials science and engineering in the College of Engineering at Drexel University, was recently honored at a White House ceremony with a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).
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NBIC Associate Director Yale Goldman Named 2007 AAAS Fellow
Yale E. Goldman, MD, PhD, Director, Pennsylvania Muscle Institute and Professor of Physiology is among the newest Fellows to be named to the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). 
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Dr. John C. Schotland Awarded the School's Highest Teaching Honor
Dr. John C. Schotland, associate professor of bioengineering and electrical and systems engineering, was awarded the School’s highest teaching honor, the S. Reid Warren, Jr. Award.
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Industry Partnership Podcast and video streaming available
On February 23, 2007, a distinguished panel of university and industry leaders assembled at the University of Pennsylvania’s Nano/Bio Interface Center to discuss exciting opportunities and complex challenges around university/ industry partnerships. 
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Bioethics and Nanotechnology New resources this spring
Several new podcasts have been added to the growing list of resources from Science and Society. The following are of particular interest in the nanobiotechnology area.
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Nader Engheta, "2006 Scientific American 50"
Nader Engheta is the H. Nedwill Ramsey Professor of Electrical and Systems Engineering and professor of bioengineering in Penn’s
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Flexible DNA at the Nanoscale
Scientists have answered a long-standing molecular stumper regarding DNA: how can parts of such a rigid molecule bend and coil without requiring large amounts of force?
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NanoDay October 24, 2007
Each year, the Nano/Bio Interface Center sponsors a full day of exhibits, demonstrations, and laboratory tours to highlight nanotechnology
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