PROVIDENCE, R.I., Nov. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Solaris Nanosciences Corporation,
Rhode Island's first nanotechnology company, today announced the creation of
the company's Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). This team, which will advise
Solaris scientists and management, includes world-renowned experts from
prestigious institutions around the globe. The SAB will help guide the
development of Solaris's nano-antenna materials for enhancing commercially
important light-absorbing applications.
The Solaris Science Advisory Board includes: Professor Naomi Halas of Rice
University, a pioneer in the field of tunable nano-structures; Professor
Vladimir Shalaev of Purdue University, one of the world's experts on nano-
antenna physics; Professor Pieter Kik of the University of Central Florida, an
expert in nano-particle arrays; Professors Bill Wooten and Gregory Crawford,
both of Brown University, are leaders in visual perception and displays,
respectively. The SAB is chaired by Professor Joseph Calo, also of Brown
University, an expert in reactor design and the chemistry of carbon.
"We are honored to have this stellar group of leading scientists as
members of the Solaris team," said Solaris' Chief Executive Officer Dr. Nabil
M. Lawandy. "Through their technical expertise and assistance in the
development of our products, the SAB we have assembled gives Solaris an
important marketplace advantage as we continue on our path towards providing
high-value nano-materials for the solar energy, display, and vision markets."
SOLARIS NANOSCIENCES CORPORATION
Solaris is pursuing the application of its scalable, consumable
nanoantenna platform to provide unique benefits to several large industry
sectors. Solaris Nanosciences is applying its nanotechnology patent portfolio
to become a leading manufacturer and licensor of nano-materials and the
supporting technology.
The company is pursuing three major applications of its nanoantenna
platform technology: advanced materials for photovoltaics, additives for
liquid crystal displays and nanostructures for improving vision for medical
and military applications. For additional information on Solaris and its
technologies, visit http://www.solarisnano.com.
Contact:
Joshua J. Mandel
Director, Business Development
jmandel@solarisnano.com
401-351-6300
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CONTACT:
Joshua J. Mandel, Director, Business
Development of Solaris Nanosciences, jmandel@solarisnano.com,
+1-401-351-6300
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