Nanotechnology : the business / Michael T. Burke.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Burke, Michael T., 1946-

Contributor:

Harry E. Humphreys Book Fund.

Class of 1932 Fund.

Series:

Perspectives in nanotechnology

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Nanotechnology--Industrial applications.

Nanotechnology.

Physical Description:

xxvi, 333 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Place of Publication:

Boca Raton, FL : CRC Press/Taylor & Francis, [2009]

Summary:

There are many issues surrounding a new business, especially when it is based on a new technology. The Business of Nanotechnology provides practical guidelines for starting and running a nanotechnology business. Exploring the relationship between new technology development and the creation of new businesses, this book presents an in-depth discussion of available business structures, business plans, financing issues and approaching, finding facilities and employees, budgeting, and other operational issues. The text also addresses such topics as management, dealing with investors, obtaining patents, business ethics, record keeping, marketing, growth, downsizing, and exit strategies.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Class of 1932 Fund.

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Harry E. Humphreys Book Fund.

OCLC:

219996476