International Nanotechnology Exhibition & Conference“nano tech”
About International Nanotechnology Exhibition & Conference “nano tech”
This is a comprehensive event, which was sponsored by ICS in 2002 when the word “nanotechnology” was still unknown, by Takahiro Matsui, then General Manager of Exposition Department at ICS (now Director). He was captivated by the immense potential of manufacturing using nanotechnology, and decided to focus on exhibitions in this fascinating field. The event has since been held every February.
As Matsui said, “Nanotechnology is not a technology specialized in one specific field but a vast fundamental technology to bring new values to all fields including physics, chemistry, machinery, electricity, electronics, materials, biology, and medicine.” In the groundbreaking years of the second generation when people in the field of nanotechnology were seeking ways to find practical applications and capitalize on it, “nano tech 2002” attracted more than 10,000 researchers and engineers from various fields. A questionnaire survey conducted then not only helped grasp the latest information on research and development but also highlighted the trend toward practical use. This proved to be a valuable reference for formulating the road map in the industry and attracted not only domestic but also global interest.
Featuring all the latest technology and with a reputation for revealing all there is to know about nanotechnology, “nano tech” has grown each year into the exciting, comprehensive event it is today, where everyone can experience the thrill of a major exhibition.
The seventh event in 2008 attracted 49,365 visitors, 522 exhibiting companies and organizations (including 198 overseas companies from 23 countries). Currently, it is held concurrently with five Specialized technology exhibitions: Nano Bio Expo, ASTEC, METEC, Convertech JAPAN, and neo functional material, PRINTABLE ELECTRONICS.
Takahiro Matsui,
Director-general, Nano Business Marketing Research Institute
Born in 1957 in Tokyo. He joined International Congress Service, Inc. (presently ICS Convention Design) in 1984, and was engaged in the planning and management of various conventions including international congresses, corporate events, and international exhibitions. In 2002, he planned the first international nanotechnology comprehensive exhibition, which was a huge success. Currently, he works for ICS as Executive Director and General Manager in the Exposition Department. He also actively serves as coordinator and consultant in the nanotechnology business.
Awards
- Award for New Development in Exhibition Division of the Second Nittenkyo Awards 2003 (International Nanotechnology Exhibition & Conference)
- (May 27, 2003 Japan Exhibition Association)
- Denshi Shimbunsha President Award (Special Award), “NANO KOREA 2004”
- (Period: August 24-27, 2004, organized by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Energy, Korea)
- Global Award in Exhibition Division of the Sixth Nittenkyo Awards 2007 (International Nanotechnology Exhibition & Conference)
- (May 29, 2007 Japan Exhibition Association)
Related books authored
- “Success in Business of Nanotechnology” (May 2002, Subarusha)
- “Nanotechnology Business - Scenario for Success” (Feb. 2003, Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha)
- “Illustrated Easy-to-Understand Business Front Line of Regenerative Medicine” (March 2004, B&T Books, Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun, Ltd.)
- “Illustrated Easy-to-Understand Business Front Line of Regenerative Medicine (Chinese translation) ”(Feb. 2005)
- “Nanotechnology Business - Scenario for Success (Korean translation)”(Feb. 2005)
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Lectures given
- Keynote address for 2003 Spring Memorial Conference of Japan Chemical Society, and many others
Research achievements
- “Research on the Trends, etc. of Nanotechnology Aimed at Promoting Business Matching,” NEDO (FY 2004)
- “Research and Studies on Business Plan Utilizing Nanotechnology”, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (FY 2004)
- “Research on Practical Application of Nanotechnology,” Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (FY 2005)
Articles written for academic journals and specialized magazines
- Spectroscopical Society of Japan, Society Journal Vol. 51, No. 3 (Spectroscopical Society of Japan, April 2002)
- An article from “Talk Now” in MACHINE & SOFT, public relations magazine of Amada Co., Ltd. (Vol. 27, July-August 2003)
- Monthly Journal “Shokokai” (August 2003 issue, Central Federation of Societies of Commerce and Industry, Japan)
- Monthly Journal “Shokokai” (September 2003 issue, Central Federation of Societies of Commerce and Industry, Japan)
- Monthly Journal “Shokokai” (October 2003 issue, Central Federation of Societies of Commerce and Industry, Japan)
- An interview in the Special Feature for “The Strategic Manager” (September 2003 issue, TKC Corporation)
- A special interview with the organizer in the monthly exhibition magazine “E&C” (2008 February issue, NJP Corporation)
Appearances in media articles
- Business page of Fuji Sankei Business i. “Futurism of Japan: Promising Companies” (October 3, 2006)
- Nikkei Ryutsu Shimbun “Service & Entertainment Takumi File” (June 6, 2007 Morning edition)
