Nanotechnology

Nanotechnology is the manipulation and use of particles that measure 1 to 100 nanometers in size. A nanometer is one-billionth of a meter. For comparison purposes, a human hair has a width of 80,000 to 100,000 nm. What makes nanotechnology so promising as an industry? The concept of nanotechnology can be applied to numerous sectors including energy, electronics, cosmetics, food packaging, environmental remediation, sports equipment, aerospace, automotive, military, and medicine.

Nanotechnology has been described as an exciting new frontier and a potentially “disruptive” technology that should be the basis of the next industrial revolution. Under the National Nanotechnology Initiative, the U.S. federal government has invested over $14 billion across 25 federal agencies in nanotechnology research, development, engineering, and safety assessment since 2001. Massachusetts has invested over $100 million in research, development, and academic infrastructure in this burgeoning local industry since 2005. Nanotechnology will be a driver of economic development and industry in Massachusetts for several decades to come. 

Prince Lobel's Nanotechnology Practice Group is a multidisciplinary team that offers both strategic and practical advice. Clients working with the Nanotechnology group have access to the full range of our services, including counseling, transactions, and litigation, provided by an integrated team of lawyers with experience in:

• Corporate Structure and Governance
• Emerging Companies and Venture Finance
• Renewable Energy
• Environmental and Land Use Regulation and Litigation
• Governmental Relations, Regulatory Compliance and Investigations
• Institutional Finance and Structured Finance
• Intellectual Property
• Labor and Employment Regulation and Litigation
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Securities Law and Securities Litigation
• Products Liability and Risk Management
• Insurance and Reinsurance

Prince Lobel's Nanotechnology group does not simply provide its clients with comprehensive legal advice. It provides clients with a complete solution to any issue by working in conjunction with an industry-leading team of strategic partners who possess knowledge in nanotechnology science, toxicology, engineering, human factors engineering, industrial hygiene, and insurance risk management. Our attorneys publish in scientific and trade publications, and conduct seminars on cutting-edge issues in nanotechnology. Firm attorneys also participate in dialogues with state and federal regulators, and are actively participating in the creation of both international and national industry standards for successful economic development of nano-businesses, and for promotion of the environmental health and safety of nano-materials. Our experience extends to a number of industries at the forefront of today's challenges and opportunities, including:

For more information on Prince Lobel’s nanotechnology practice, please contact group chair William S. Rogers, Jr. at wsrogers@PrinceLobel.com or 617 456 8112.