The University of Twente (UT) is an entrepreneurial research university. It was founded in 1961 and offers education and research in areas ranging from public policy studies and applied physics to biomedical technology. A broad range of research projects in technological, scientific and social scientific disciplines are carried out.

Research at the UT is mainly of a 'fundamental-strategic' nature: it focuses on issues which break fresh scientific ground and, at the same time, respond to needs in society. It is impossible to imagine research at the UT without this focus on practical usage. It underlies numerous new applications, appliances, systems and methods.

In addition, the UT is a place for fundamental research, spurred on by the curiosity of its scientists.

The Institute for Energy (IE) is part of the Directorate General Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission. Its mission is to provide scientific and technical support for the conception, development, implementation and monitoring of community policies related to energy. Special emphasis is given to the security of energy supply and sustainable and safe energy production.

The Institute concentrates on S&T reference systems for policy support at European level, networking, especially in areas where integrated action at the Community level in support to policies is needed, and finally on mobility of scientific skills, in line with the Commission’s proposal to develop a European Research Area, ERA.

Sociedade Portuguesa de Inovação (SPI), Portugal: SPI is a private consulting company created in 1997 as an active centre of national and international networks connected to the innovation sector. SPI’s mission is the management of projects that foster innovation and promote international opportunities. In fulfilling its Mission, SPI has created competences in several different areas which include:

• a) Fostering of Innovation
• b) Technology Transfer
• c) Promotion of Internationalisation
• d) Sector Studies
• e) Establishment of Alliances and Partnerships
• f) Human Resources Training
• g) Program and Project Evaluation

SPI brings to the forefront the capabilities originating from the international experience of its permanent staff located in Portugal, China and the United States. SPI has been heavily involved, both in Europe and beyond, in projects sponsored by the European Commission. These projects have benefited from SPI’s international capabilities in developing networks.

CSIR - Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, one of the world’s largest publicly funded research laboratories, has set up a major inter-laboratory network program in areas related to the generation, storage and conversion of hydrogen using PEMFC and SOFC for stationary power applications.

National Chemical Laboratory is one of the premier CSIR laboratories carrying out R&D in chemical and related sciences with a view to eventually deliver a product, process, intellectual property, tacit knowledge or service that can create wealth and provide other benefits to NCL’s stakeholders. NCL it is focused on chemistry and chemical engineering. It has a successful record of research partnership with industry.

Indian Institutes of Technology Delhi (IIT-D) is a part of a family of premier institutes in India set up for the promotion of education and research in the disciplines of science and engineering in the country. Ministry of Human Research and Development (MHRD), Government of India funds these institutes. IIT-D has undergraduate (UG) programs of Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), postgraduate programs of Master of Technology (M. Tech), Master of Science (M. Sc.) besides doctoral programs (Ph. D) in all the disciplines of science and engineering. Admission to UG, Master and doctoral programs at these institutes is based on national level entrance examinations.

Recognizing the wide and large scope and impact, IIT-D has recognized Nanoscience and Nanotechnology as an institute thrust area. Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India has established a Unit on Nanoscience at IIT-D, which has provided major research grants for establishing research facilities at IIT-D.

The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is an autonomous engineering and technology-oriented institute of higher education established by the Government of India in 1951. The first of the seven IITs to be established, it is officially recognized as an Institute of 57 National Importance by the Government of India and is regarded as one of the best engineering institutions in India.

IIT Kharagpur has ranked as the top engineering college in the academic ranking of Indian colleges by various engineering education surveys. The Institute was established to train scientists and engineers after India attained independence in 1947. It shares its organizational structure and undergraduate admission process with sister IITs.

Satyendra Nath Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS), Kolkata, India as established in 1986 as an autonomous institution by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.

This is a premier research institution fully funded by the DST with its Governing body being chaired by the Secretary, DST. In addition to DST funding the centre has sponsored research schemes.

The general mandate of the centre is:

• To do cutting edge basic research in chosen areas of sciences including areas of application potentials
• To train young persons in advanced areas of basic science research
• To organize advanced schools, symposia and conferences
• To network with advanced research groups around the world

ENEA is the Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development, pursuant to Law no. 99 of July 23rd, 2009. The above-mentioned Law provides that the Agency's activities are targeted to “research, innovation technology and advanced services in the fields of energy - especially nuclear energy - and sustainable economic development”.

ENEA has a broad range of research activities, provides technical services to industries and technical support to national and regional governments, and collaborates with Universities and third parties in focused training on specific subjects.

Since 2009, research has been carried out by Technical Units (TU) in 11 Research Centres, placed in the whole national territory.

The research in the field of nanomaterials and their applications, is managed by:
TU Materials Technologies (Rome), TU Materials Technologies (Brindisi), TU Materials Technologies (Faenza), TU Technologies (Portici)

The development of energy technologies related to EICOON, is managed by:
TU Advanced Technologies for Energy and Industry, TU Renewable Energy Sources

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland is an impartial expert organisation. Its objective is to develop new technologies, create new innovations and value added thus increasing customer's competitiveness. With know how, VTT produces research, development, testing and information services to public sector and companies as well as international organisations. It has versatile competencies regarding technology areas of machines, vehicles, materials and production technology. The services cover the whole spectrum ranging from the technological means to enhance the business potential of our customers, to performance requirements, product development, design and production methods, material questions and use. VTT offers also effective test services. Our solid competence in projects ensures effective and reciprocal action with customers.

It helps customers to anticipate technology developments and business needs by creatively combining VTT’s own technology with our partners’ expertise. We also take advantage of basic research results conducted by universities and our global networks.

Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) is a multidisciplinary research institute situated in Jakkur, north of Bangalore. It is relatively young yet well-known around the Globe. Its mandate is to pursue and promote world-class research and training at the frontiers of Science and Engineering covering broad areas ranging from Materials to Genetics. It provides a vibrant academic ambience hosting more than 200 Researchers. The Centre is funded by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India and is a deemed university.

Its mandate is to pursue and promote world-class scientific research and training at the frontiers of science and engineering. The Centre was established in 1989 by the Department of Science and Technology of the Government of India, to mark the birth centenary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. However, the bulk of our growth has been in the past decade.

The small size of the centre (around 40 faculty members, spread over several disciplines) is an advantage: not segregated in far-flung labs, our chemists, physicists, biologists and engineers rub shoulders throughout the day. This fosters a spirit of interdisciplinary collaboration which is one of the hallmarks of JNCASR.

The Institute of Nanotechnology (IoN) was founded by Ottilia Saxl in 1994 originally as the Centre for Nanotechnology. It was one of the world's first nanotechnology information providers and is now a global leader. The IoN works closely with governments, universities, researchers, and companies worldwide on developing and promoting all aspects of nanotechnology. It also serves as a key organizer of international scientific events, conferences, and educational courses designed to encourage nanotechnology take up by industry, covering themes such as nanomedicine, environment, education, textiles, and crime; as well as stimulating interest in less developed countries.

IoN’s Vision is "to be the foremost global nanotechnology information provider and membership organisation" with a mission "to foster, develop and promote all aspects of responsible nano-science and nanotechnology that have the potential to benefit society and the environment".

CII is the apex body bringing industries together for mutual growth by way of knowledge sharing, promotion of clusters and protecting the cause of Indian industries. One of our initiatives strives to bring together contemporary research and the industries in Nanotechnology. CII intends to promote the application of nanotechnology to newer spheres. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the growth of industry in India, partnering industry and government alike through advisory and consultative processes.

CII is a non-government, not-for-profit, industry led and industry managed organization, playing a proactive role in India’s development process. Founded over 112 years ago, it is India’s premier business association, with a direct membership of over 6300 organizations from the private as well as public sectors, including SMEs and MNCs, and an indirect membership of over 90,000 companies from around 336 national and regional sector associations.