Somerset, NJ, November 11, 2002 -- NanoOpto Corp., which is applying proprietary nano-optics and nano-manufacturing technology to design and make components for optical systems and networks, it has been named by Scientific American magazine as one of the Scientific American 50 - the noted magazine's first list recognizing contributions from the past year to science and technology providing a vision of a better future.
NanoOpto has been named a Company Leader in Manufacturing for its work in developing its innovative molding processes as a tool for making better optical circuitry.
"NanoOpto is extremely honored to be included on the Scientific American 50, and recognized by Scientific American magazine for our manufacturing excellence," said Barry Weinbaum, President and CEO. "In 2002 NanoOpto moved the manufacturing of nano-structure based optics from research to reality by creating a state-of-the-art nano fabrication facility that is already generating first products. The combination of flexible nano-optic design and rapid, high volume manufacturing promises to dramatically change the costs of creating optical circuits.
Said Editor-in-Chief John Rennie, "Scientific American editors wanted to recognize some of the most outstanding visionaries who are advancing technology and guaranteeing a brighter future for all of us. Scientists aren't the only ones doing this. That is why Scientific American 50 includes business leaders, policy leaders, companies and other organizations that influence how society puts innovations to good use."
Selected by the magazine's Board of Editors, the Scientific American 50 spotlights a Business Leader and a Research Leader of the year, in addition to citing accomplishments in the following categories: Agriculture, Chemicals and Materials, Communications, Computing, Defense, Energy, Environment, Manufacturing, Medical Diagnostics, Medical Treatments, Transportation and General Technology. Each category recognizes a Business Leader, Policy Leader, Company Leader and Research Leader.