Dr Barry Park appointed new Theme Manager at NanoKTN

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(2010), "Dr Barry Park appointed new Theme Manager at NanoKTN", Microelectronics International, Vol. 27 No. 1. https://doi.org/10.1108/mi.2010.21827aab.016

Dr Barry Park appointed new Theme Manager at NanoKTN

Article Type: Appointments From: Microelectronics International, Volume 27, Issue 1

Dr Park will lead manufacturing and processing theme for the NanoKTN

The Nanotechnology Knowledge Transfer Network (NanoKTN), one of the UK's primary knowledge-based networks for micro and nanotechnologies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Barry Park as its new Theme Manager for Manufacturing and Processing. Previously, the Chief Operating Officer of Oxonica, a leading UK nanomaterials company, Dr Park will drive commercial innovation and deliver numerous benefits to the nanotechnology market and the NanoKTN's members.

Dr Park will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operational activities of his theme and will encourage the development of events and focus groups in this area, to ensure information is disseminated and technology pushed forward. He will also take over the running of the nano-food and nano-enabled coatings focus groups.

Dr Park brings with him a wealth of commercial experience and a PhD in Polymer Chemistry. He is also the co-author of over 20 technical papers and an inventor on over 30 patent applications that have led to many internationally granted patents.

Commenting on his new appointment, Dr Park said: “The NanoKTN is an integral part of the UK's development in this area and has a truly positive effect in this arena. I am both honoured and delighted to have been invited to work with the NanoKTN and believe the projects and work we have planned will help raise awareness, encourage developments and ensure future innovation in UK nanotechnology.”