Oklahoma Nanotechnology Companies

NanoBioMagnetics
Edmond, Oklahoma
NanoBioMagnetics, Inc. is a development stage nanobiomaterials R&D company with primary focus on the development and commercialization of nanotools that target the advancement of anti-cancer technologies through (1) prevention, (2) diagnosis and (3) treatment. The company’s core technology is based on an electromagnetic methodology for the site-specific positioning and placement of designed constructs of magnetically responsive nanoparticles (MNP) in driving a desired physiological event.

Applications platforms under development include: (1) Vectored Drug Delivery, in which MNP constructs, carrying a therapeutic load, are magnetically vectored to the site of therapeutic need, and (2) Biostable Implant Devices, in which implanted MNP drive tissue movements in an oscillating magnetic field. These Organ-Assisting-Device (OAD) technologies are viewed as enabling technologies that will enhance and expand the range of therapeutic options over a range of human health diseases. Several OAD applications, in scientific firsts, have been validated and are being advanced through collaborations with major institutions that bring together multidisciplinary, world-class science teams with the skills necessary for nanobioconvergence. As OAD commercialization opportunities are identified, business units will spin-off with manufacture and commercialization objectives. For information on NanoBioMagnetics, http://www.nanobmi.com

XetaComp™
Edmond, Oklahoma
A wholly-owned subsidiary of NanoBioMagnetics, Inc.®, is a nanobiomaterials company focusing on the manufacture and commercialization of sunVextm sunscreens that are broad-spectrum UVA/UVB attenuators. Based on novel process technology developed by NBMI scientists, sunVex™ formulations can be used directly in sunscreen applications or as components of a range of personal care products. sunVex™ formulations are based on nano-scaled titanium and zinc oxide particles that have been surface treated for non-photoactivity. Because of their nanoscale properties, sunVextm formulations are clear on application. For more information on XetaComp, www.xetacomp.com

Southwest Nano Technologies
Norman, Oklahoma
SouthWest NanoTechnologies, Inc. (SWeNT™) is a privately held independent specialty chemical firm, manufacturing single wall carbon nanotubes for a broad array of specialty products. Customized SWeNT™ nanotubes are available for application development. SWeNT™ was incorporated in April of 2001 to spin off nanotube research developed by the University of Oklahoma with extensive support from ConocoPhillips, the National Science Foundation (NSF), the National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA), the Department of Energy (DOE), the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science & Technology (OCAST), and others. The mission of SouthWest NanoTechnologies, Inc. is to be the leading producer of high quality single wall carbon nanotubes and to be an innovative partner in the continued development and application of carbon nanotubes. Carbon nano tubes have great promise for plasma displays, fuel cells and many other applications. http://www.swnano.com

Colossus Nano Batteries
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Colossus Nano Batteries is producing the world's smallest battery and is the newest Oklahoma Nano company. The technology wad developed from researchy conducted at Tulsa University. These nano batteries are so small that you can fit 242 of them across the width of a human hair. The will power miniature devices of the future, also known as Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS).

OncoBiotech LLC is seeking to apply nanotechnology for the treatment of cancer. The primary focus of this effort is the development of ways to effectively target single-walled carbon nanotubes to tumors. Nanotubes bound by the tumor can be treated with near-infrared light, which will cause the nanotubes to be selectively heated and thus lead to the destruction of the tumor. Side effects are avoided because near-infrared light is not harmful to normal tissue. Proteins are made by recombinant technology and then attached to carbon nanotubes in the laboratory of Roger Harrison, who is Professor of Chemical, Biological and Materials Engineering at OU and Director of Research and founder of OncoBiotech LLC. Daniel Resasco, Professor of Chemical, Biological and Materials Engineering at OU and Chief Scientist at SouthWest NanoTechnologies, Inc. in Norman, is collaborating on this project.

ARC Outdoors- X-System’s™ permanently integrated silver nanoparticles have microbe managing properties and are highly effective in controlling odor. Silver has proven effective in many fabrics worn by men and women in the armed forces and law enforcement and is used as an effective treatment in a variety of medical applications.

X-System provides innovative fabric development solutions to the consumer, manufacturing and branded apparel markets. Our goal is to deliver advanced innovative fabric benefits to our own brands and licensed consumer brands. Our innovations are developed to be highly effective and easily integrated into textiles, providing a high value product for consumers.

X-System currently manufactures and sells apparel for use in the high performance portion of the hunting industry that utilizes nano silver particles of under 5-10nm. We have successfully created our X-System brand to attract consumers that are motivated to manage human body odor. X-System also provides licensing opportunities to branded apparel companies as well as fabric manufacturers interested in our branded anti-odor solutions.

Martin Bionics is a recognized innovation company that researches, designs and commercializes advanced technology for the prosthetic industry.  The companies plan to apply super hydrophobic nanotechnology to prosthetics, resulting in a more hygienic socket, longer life expectancy and better protection of the materials.

NanoComposites, Inc. (NCI) is a Houston-based nanotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of high performance elastomers. NCI holds an exclusive, unrestricted license to key nanotech patents from Rice University for functionalizing carbon nanotubes.

NCI is leveraging this proprietary technology via a series of corporate joint development partnerships focused on mission critical applications.

NCI’s core technology uniformly disperses carbon nanotubes, functionalizes and covalently bonds into composite materials. Without NCI’s technology, carbon nanotubes agglomerate, actually weakening materials. NCI has perfected processes and scaling to enhance a range of elastomer materials in ways that cannot be attained using conventional reinforcing materials for seal and gasket applications.

NanoComposites, Inc.
3400 Research Forest Drive, Suite B4
The Woodlands, TX 77381
1-281-602-7111

Nanolight, Inc.- Nanolight, Inc. is a high-tech company whose mission is to research and develop semiconductor nanofabrication techniques for implementation in cutting-edge infrared laser and detector systems. The company also assists others with product development efforts by providing epitaxial-related services and acting as a distributor for nanofabrication equipment.

Founded as a spin-off company of the University of Oklahoma (OU), Nanolight plans to advance IV-VI materials, devices, and associated nanofabrication techniques to the forefront of infrared technology. Through collaborative research and development efforts with the Opto-electronics Group at OU and other industrial partners, Nanolight plans to commercialize high performance IV-VI infrared laser and detector systems.

Through an agreement with OU, Nanolight also offers epitaxial-related services to other institutions. Additionally Nanolight serves as a distributor of nanofabrication equipment. As equipment sales and customer satisfaction are important aspects of the company, we strive to supply high-quality equipment at a lower cost than our competitors.

NDRS Technologies, LLC is engaged in computational modeling of nanowires and nanoantennas. The company can develop customized software to study optical and electromagnetic properties of nanowires. The models are optimized for computational efficiency, thereby, requiring minimum computer storage and CPU time.

Non-Metallic Sciences, Inc. is a technology incubator located in the Oklahoma State University-Okmulgee Technology Center in Pryor, Okla.

The group specializes in the development of new or improved elastomers or polymers and helps new technologies that are being developed at various universities to become commercialized processes.  They also select the projects based upon our ability to see an actual end use application.  Often, they are are approached by an end user company with a specific material performance problem. If necessary, the group may bring in additional "partners" or collaborators with specialized unique skills.
 
Currently, they are working on several nano projects using nano enhanced elastomers for the oil industry. They are developing a high temperature epoxy for military applications.  They expect to shortly start a project on improving the physical properties and chemical resistance of polymers via the addition of nano particles (functional single wall).

Nomadics, Inc., a business unit of ICx Technologies, is involved in several areas employing nanotechnology, primarily directed toward biological applications. Nomadics is currently developing luminescence nanoparticles and supporting methods to be used in photodynamic therapy of deep tissue cancers, and for in vitro and in vivo oxygen and temperature sensing. Research and development interests also include tissue engineering and developing 3-D tissue based on inverted colloidal crystal technology. Fluorescent polymer nanoparticles have been developed with unique properties which make them excellent tools for monitored delivery of drugs, proteins or nucleic acids within cells. Modified fluorescent nanoparticles are also a key component of the highly sensitive DoubleCheck™ protein kinase assay system which is currently in the process of commercialization.

Pioneer Builders, Inc. are the distributor/suppliers of a product called Nanosulate, a coating that when applied is about the thickness of a business card and has a several functions.

  1. Insulation. Depending on the temperature amounts, it can create a difference in temperature from about 50 DegsF to 160 Degs.F, and in some instances more.
  2. Lead encapsulation/abatement. When applied in on coat will abate lead paint. It has a registered number for this application in California.
  3. Mold Resistance. Will stop mold growth on substrates with the recommended two coats of the product.

The applications are endless. The material has become implemented in many industrial settings, including oil pipelines, textile equipment, food, beverages. We are currently experiencing a lot of growth in metal buildings for insulation. The residential building sector is beginning to use it in new and remodel in housing.
http://www.pioneer-builders.com

Rupture Pin Technology manufactures pressure relief devices for oil and gas, drilling, pipelines, paper mills, chemical plants and many other industries. Present commercially available seals put a pressure limit on our applications. We hope to at least double our ability to relieve high pressures by the use of nano tubes in the seal elastomer.

Southwest Silicon Technology (SST), is located in Ardmore, Okla., founded in 1999 and a supplier of “reclaim” services to the Semiconductor Industry, playing a key role in the various semiconductor manufacturers (TI, NXP, IBM etc.) fabrication cost reduction activities.

Semiconductor device fabrication relies heavily on the use of silicon "test wafers" which are used to monitor the device manufacturing process. In past years, these test wafers were used and then literally, “thrown out”. It was discovered that these test wafers could be “reclaimed” and re-used if the time was taken to remove the various layers, polish the surface and clean the wafer, making it almost as good as new. This allows for the re-use of these test wafers that were previously thrown out, cutting manufacturing cost as well as eliminating the environmental impact.

The semiconductor industry over the years has increased silicon wafer diameter from the initial size of 25mm (1”) to the current standard of 300mm (12”). Along with this increase in size has been a reduction in device geometries down to 35 nanometers. This has required an increased emphasis in wafer cleanliness, specifically in terms of reduction in particulate size. SST is currently expanding its plant in order to meet the increasing demand for these new nanometer sized particulates as well as capability to process the larger 300 mm wafers.
www.sstsilicon.com

Topog-E Gasket Company is an Oklahoma-based firm founded in 1948 in Tulsa. The firm manufactures molded rubber gaskets and other related products for various applications and industries around the World.

The firm has been conducting joint research and development with a nanotechnology firm to explore possible ways to improve its current portfolio of products and introduce new ones with unique performance properties derived from using nano-enhanced materials. It is exploring the possibility of licensing nano-enhanced technology and marketing nano-enhanced rubber compounds to other selected manufacturers.

The company operates a fully integrated and recently expanded production facility in Tulsa, Okla., where it mixes its own proprietary compounds and fabricates molded gaskets, sheets and related products. It maintains a well equipped rubber lab.

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