Preface Nanotechnology is the designing and utilization of nanomaterials (with size less than 100 nm), devices and systems with novel properties and functions. Nanotechnology has recently emerged as major technical theme across most of the science and engineering disciplines as modern technologies are strongly intertwined by the designing of these nano-materials. National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE) has established a strong infrastructure to carry out cutting edge research related with this promising field. Nanobiotechnology Group (NBT) at NIBGE is a dynamic and active group equipped with the most sophisticated, advanced & state of the art research facilities. We focus on three aspects of nanotechnology; namely synthesis, characterization and properties/ applications of nanomaterials. We are immensely delighted to announce a National Nanotechnology Training Workshop at NIBGE, to share and develop expertise in characterization techniques as well as practical applications of nanomaterials. Characterization techniques for nanomaterials will include; Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM), Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Zetasizer nano and other complementary techniques. The workshop will include lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on training through helpful critique and practical sessions. In addition to the lectures, each participant will take part in exercises that allow them to fabricate and characterize materials as well as practice the communication of their own research. This workshop would be immensely beneficial for scientific/researchers community interested in nanotech research in Pakistan. Course Outlines:  Concepts of Nanotechnology  Training on FESEM, AFM, Dynamic Light Scattering (Zetasizer), Surface Area and Porosity Analyzer by I- Practical Demonstration II- Animations/Movies/Videos  Applications of Nanomaterials such as Latent Fingerprints Development, Sensing Properties, National Nanotechnology Training Workshop On Advanced Characterization Techniques and Practical Applications of Nanomaterials October 27-29, 2014 National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE) was established in 1992 for state-of-the-art research in the area of life sciences. It is an affiliated center of the International Center of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), Italy. In addition, it is serving as Center of Excellence in Biotechnology in the country for the advancement of basic and applied research in four major research areas i.e., agriculture, health, environment and industry. During the span of time, highly sophisticated research facilities have been developed in order to accelerate R & D activities. Some of these Hi-Tech equipments include Biolistic Gene Gun, DNA Sequencers, Transmission Electron Microscope, Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope, Atomic Force Microscope, GCMS, and LCMS. One of the salient features of NIBGE is M.Phil and PhD programme through which scientific excellence is being integrated with education and training of the young researchers and this has led to the raised scientific stature of NIBGE. NIBGE confers M.Phil & PhD degrees through its affiliation with Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS). Besides, research facilities and expertise are available to private and public sector in terms of specialized training courses for researchers, university students and teachers. Cyclic Voltammetry, Heavy Metals Removal, etc National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), P.O. Box 577, Jhang Road, Faisalabad. Application Form Course Faculty Chair of the Organizing Committees Dr. Shahid Mansoor Director NIBGE Dr. Waheed S. Khan, Dr. Sadia Z. Bajwa, Mrs. Ayesha Ihsan, Dr. Asma Rehman Who should participate Advisory Committee Dr. Nayyer Iqbal Dr. Shahid Mansoor Dr. M. Afzal Ghauri Organizers Dr. Waheed S. Khan Dr. Sadia Zafar Bajwa Mrs. Ayesha Ihsan Mrs. Aisha Ahmed Dr. Asma Rehman Director A & B, PAEC Director, NIBGE DCS, NIBGE Pr. Scientist, NIBGE Sr. Scientist, NIBGE Sr. Scientist, NIBGE Sr. Engineer, NIBGE Jr. Scientist, NIBGE Researchers/Scholars under 40 years of age from academics, R & D organizations and industrial laboratories with background in Materials Science, Physics, Nanotechnology, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Life Sciences. Preference will be given to individuals/employees who are planning to initiate work in this area. Participants : 20 Registration Fee For Students Rs. 2,000/- (Mandatory) For Employees Rs. 5,000/- (Mandatory) Accommodation and Meals (Rs. 1,000 / Person / Day, Optional) Registration Closing Date October 22, 2014 Zetasizer nano Atomic Force Microscope Please send complete application form and CV to: Potentiostat ______________________ Date of Birth Gender ___________ _________ CNIC No. ______________________ Affiliation: _________________________________ Institute: __________________________________ Designation: _______________________________ Address: __________________________________ Note All dues should be paid before or at the time of registration by the selected participants in the form of Cash/Bank Draft in favour of “Accounts Officer, NIBGE, Fsd”. Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope Name Dr. Waheed S. Khan Nanobiotechnology Group Industrial Biotechnology Division National Institute for Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), P. O. Box. No. 577, Jhang Road, Faisalabad  +92-41-2553519 Cell# 0331-5267520 Email: [email protected] Application forms can be downloaded from: www.nibge.org _________________________________________ Cross Cheque No. ____________________________ Phone: Fax: Email: ___________ ____________ ______________ Research/Training Experience: ___________________ _________________________________________ Accommodation Required: YES/NO Applicant’s Signature: _________________________ Head of Department: __________________________ (Signature with Official Stamp) Gold nanoparticles for Laten Fingerprints Development National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), P.O. Box 577, Jhang Road, Faisalabad.