Archive for October, 2020

Special Pre-Election NanoBCA Conference Call – Wednesday 10/28 2PM ET

Posted on October 28th, 2020 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

We will be having a special pre-election NanoBusiness Commercialization Association (NanoBCA) conference call.

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (EDT)

Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/858076669

You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 858-076-669

Please mute your line if you are not speaking.  Thank you.

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AGENDA

2:00-2:05  Opening Remarks
Vincent Caprio
Executive Director, NanoBusiness Commercialization Association (NanoBCA)
vincent@nanobca.org

2:05-2:15  EHS UpdateLynn L. Bergeson
Managing Director, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.
NanoBCA EHS Chair
lbergeson@lawbc.com

EPA Provides Expedited Pathway for Companies to Claim “Long-Lasting” Efficacy for Antiviral Products

Final Rule Intended to Promote Transparency in Developing EPA Regulatory Guidance Documents Will Take Effect in November

Recent Federal Developments

2:15-2:30 Legislative Update
Paul Stimers
Partner, K&L Gates
NanoBCA Policy Advisor
paul.stimers@klgates.com

2:30-2:45 China in Africa – How to Box Clever and Win
Ambassador Christopher Dell (Retired)
Ambassador Dell is a retired career United States Foreign Service officer. He served as the U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Kosovo from May 2009 through August of 2012. In addition, Mr. Dell served as Ambassador to Angola and Zimbabwe.

2:45-3:00 Q&A

3:00  Conclusion

NanoBCA Requests Your Participation – NNCO Seeks Public Input – NNI 2021 Strategic Planning

Posted on October 23rd, 2020 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

The NanoBusiness Commercialization Association (NanoBCA) seeks your participation in regard to the following NNCO request.

AGENCY:
Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP)

ACTION:
Request for information

SUMMARY:
The National Nanotechnology Coordination Office (NNCO), on behalf of the Nanoscale Science, Engineering, and Technology (NSET) Subcommittee of the National Science and Technology Council (NSCT), seeks public input to inform the development of the 2021 National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) Strategic Plan. A restructuring of the NNI is under consideration, and the NSET Subcommittee seeks feedback from the community to help identify effective mechanisms, strategies for communication, and priority topics to shape the future directions.

DATES:
Responses are requested by 11:59 p.m. ET on November 9, 2020. Input received after this date may not be considered.

ADDRESSES:
Responses should be submitted via email to NNIStrategicPlanning@nnco.nano.gov and include “RFI Response: NNI Strategic Planning” in the subject line of the message.

INSTRUCTIONS:
Response to this RFI is voluntary. Respondents need not reply to all questions listed. For all submissions, clearly indicate which questions are being answered. Each individual or organization is required to submit only one response. Submissions should include the name(s) of the person(s) or organization(s) filing the comment. No other personally identifiable information, business proprietary information, or copyrighted information should be included. Submissions should not exceed 10 pages in length using 12 point or larger font and should be in plain text, Microsoft Word, or Adobe PDF format.

In accordance with FAR 15.202(3), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Federal Government to form a binding contract. Additionally, those submitting responses are solely responsible for all expenses associated with response preparation. Submissions are subject to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) disclosure and may be posted, without change, on a Federal website.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Patrice Pages at info@nnco.nano.gov or 202-517-1041.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
Request for Information: National Nanotechnology Initiative Strategic Planning
Federal Register

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Once again, the NanoBCA encourages your participation. Thank you.

NanoBCA Conference Call – 10/14 2PM ET

Posted on October 13th, 2020 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (EDT)

Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/884775981

You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122

Access Code: 884-775-981

New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/766432557  

Please mute your line if you are not speaking.  Thank you.

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AGENDA

2:00-2:05  Opening Remarks
Vincent Caprio
Executive Director, NanoBusiness Commercialization Association (NanoBCA)
vincent@nanobca.org

National Nanotechnology Day was last Friday, October 9th

2:05-2:15  EHS Update
Lynn L. BergesonManaging Director, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.
NanoBCA EHS Chair
lbergeson@lawbc.com

Invaluable Training on the Essentials of TSCA
TSCA Fundamentals
October 19, 21, 26, & 29, 2020

OIRA Memorandum Directs Agencies to Consider Principles of Fairness in Administrative Enforcement and Adjudication

EPA Publishes Final Risk Evaluation for HBCD

Recent Federal Developments

2:15-2:30 Legislative Update
Paul Stimers
Partner, K&L Gates
NanoBCA Policy Advisor
paul.stimers@klgates.com

2:30-2:45 COVID Update
Sam Brauer, PhD
Founder & Principal, Nanotech Plus
sbrauer@nano-biz.com

2:45-2:50 Q&A

2:50  Conclusion

NanoBCA Celebrates National Nanotechnology Day! Friday October 9th

Posted on October 8th, 2020 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

National Nanotechnology Day is Friday, October 9th!
What are you doing for #NationalNanotechnologyDay?

National Nanotechnology Day is an annual celebration featuring a series of community-led events and activities on or around October 9 to help raise awareness of nanotechnology, how it is currently used in products that enrich our daily lives, and the challenges and opportunities it holds for the future. This date, 10/9, pays homage to the nanometer scale, 10-9 meters.

This year, National Nanotechnology Day is going virtual! Whether at home or outside, let’s explore ways to highlight advances in nanotechnology and how it is impacting our everyday lives.

Planning for various events and activities is underway at schools, universities, and various organizations around the country! The National Nanotechnology Coordination Office is promoting the 100 Billion Nanometer Dash: Run #100BillionNanometers take a video or picture and post it on social media with #NationalNanoDay!

Here are a few other ideas you could try:

·  Sizing Up Nano: How do you explain what a nanometer is? Or what a nanoparticle or a nanodevice look like? We welcome your thoughts! Send us your explanations, pictures, and videos to NND@nnco.nano.gov, or send a Tweet by using #NationalNanoDay!

·  Create an image, video, illustration, or infographic about nanotechnology: what it is, why it is important, and examples of nanotechnology applications.

·  Host image, video, or illustration contests related to nanotechnology.

·  Host a virtual informal discussion on nanotechnology with a scientist from local college or university.

Visit https://www.nano.gov/nationalnanotechnologyday for more information, or email us at NND@nnco.nano.gov to let us know what activities you are planning for National Nanotechnology Day!