One of Northwestern University's largest collaborative efforts, IIN brings together more than 240 chemists, engineers, biologists, physicians, and business experts, to focus on society's most perplexing problems.
Twenty-three start-up companies have been launched based upon IIN research, and they have attracted over $1 billion in venture capital funding.
The IIN positions Northwestern University and its partners in academia, industry, and national labs as leaders in this exciting field.
[13] Every other year, the Kabiller Prize recognizes individuals who have made a career-long, significant impact in the field of nanotechnology applied to medicine and biology.
The IIN seeks to develop and nurture the scientists, engineers, technicians, and teachers of tomorrow; enrich the academic environment; and inform and engage the public through the following programs:[14] The IIN has created a new kind of research coalition with a large precompetitive nanoscale science and engineering platform for developing applications, demonstrating manufacturability and training skilled researchers.