Nanotech and Biotech Consulting

AGY Consulting is organizing in collaboration with Nano Technology Research Association of KOREA (NTRA), Canadian Embassy in Seoul and Québec Trade Branch in Seoul an economic and scientific mission to South Korea from August 16^th to August 20^th. This event will be structured around Nanokorea 2010 tradeshow and exhibition (http://www.nanokorea.or.kr/Eng/). This exposition is the second largest nanotech exposition in the world with more than 194 exhibitors, 6,947 professionals, key researchers , investors and visitors from 41 countries (2009).

Don’t miss this occasion to:

• Increase your sales and promote your products, solutions and technologies
• Make business partnerships with targeted buyers
• Advance technology transfer and attract investment
• Forge research collaborations with international partners
• Stay informed about the latest nanotechnology development around the world

South Korea is an exceptional technology partner. It has one of the most promising markets for nanotechnologies. It is an open door to other Asian countries such as China and Japan.

The preliminary 5-day program includes:

1. Participation in Nanokorea Exhibition 2010;
2. Participation in R&DB seminar free of charge (usually 500 000 KRW, 440 CAN$)
3. Individual or group meetings with international partners (certain conditions will apply)
4. Participation in major international networking events
5. Opportunity to visit research centres and companies
6. Opportunity to participate in other exhibitions, seminars or conferences such as IEEE 2010 (with participation of Robert Grubs (California Institute of Technology, Winner of 2005 Nobel Prize for Chemistry) and Peter Grunberg (Julich Research Centre, Winner of 2007 Nobel Prize for Physics) , NanoKorea Symposium, Microtech world , Lazer Korea 2010, and Printed Electronics Korea (extra fees may apply)
7. Discount price on hotel rooms

Moreover, other services will be offered to you during this event:

• Personalized meetings with Korean partners (certain conditions will apply)
• Logistical services (hotel, ground transportation, etc.)

In addition, a common booth for all participants will be at your disposal during Nano Korea 2010.

Furthermore, exhibitors may be eligible to receive a discount/contribution for your travel expenses [Contact us for more information. Certain conditions will apply. The discount is conditional upon approval by our financial partner.]

The registration and organization fees for this mission are $2000 for companies or research centres and $1,000 for university researchers.*

Places, promotions and rebates are limited. In order to increase your chances of effective international networking, we encourage you to complete the attached form and pay the registration fee as soon as possible.

* Taxes are not included in the fees.  Please note that an extra charge of $500 per person shall apply for each additional participants from the same company or research centre.

For more information, please contact AGY Consulting

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