Title: NaturalNano Inc.
1OTCBB NNAN
Michael Riedlinger, President
The Ohio Nanotechnology Summit 2006
- NaturalNano Inc.
- 150 Lucius Gordon Drive, Suite 115
- West Henrietta, NY 14586
- www.naturalnano.com
- 585.214.8005
2Cautionary statement
- Certain statements included in this presentation
may constitute forward-looking statements. These
statements reflect what NaturalNano anticipates,
expects or believes may happen in the future.
NaturalNano's actual results could differ
materially from the outcome or circumstance expres
sed or implied by such forward looking statements
as a result of a variety of factors including,
but not limited to NaturalNano's ability to
develop its technologies the approval of
NaturalNano's patent applications the successful
implementation of NaturalNano's research and
development programs the ability of NaturalNano
to demonstrate the effectiveness of its
technology the acceptance by the market of
NaturalNano's technology and products
incorporating such technology the ability of
NaturalNano to effectively negotiate and enter
into contracts other companies to license
NaturalNano's technology competition the ability
of NaturalNano to raise capital to fund its
operating and research and development activities
until it generates revenues sufficient to do
so and the timing of projects and trends in
future operating performance, as well as other
factors. The forward-looking statements
contained herein are made only as of the date of
this presentation, and NaturalNano undertakes no
obligation to publicly update such
forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent
events or circumstances.
3What we do
- NaturalNano is a nanotechnology and advanced
materials company with proprietary, patented and
patent-pending technology related to extracting,
classifying and commercializing naturally
occurring nanomaterials. - Our initial materials are based on naturally
formed nanotubes found in halloysite clay.
4NaturalNano
5Research background
- NaturalNano has been conducting research with
Ph.D. level scientists to isolate halloysite
nanotubes from raw halloysite clay,
which has traditionally been used in
manufacturing fine ceramics.
6Halloysite nanotubes
- Examination of halloysite clay under SEM and TEM
revealed nanoscale tubes
7Halloysite nanotubes
- End view of halloysite tubes
8Nanoscale benefits
Halloysite nanotubes may be utilized as
containers for controlling the release of
nanoscale
ingredients and may have high value in many
commercial applications.
9Small wonders
Diameter and length of the nanotubes determine
loading capacity for ingredients
- and are key to extending the release time of
active compounds.
10Small wonders
NaturalNano has proprietary technologies for
filling nanotubes with active ingredients
and we have additional technologies for further
control of release characteristics.
11Controlled release
Using our technologies, halloysite nanotubes
may be filled with many different materials for
controlled and extended release. Controlled
release results from a steady flow of active
ingredients from the nanotube.
12Controlled release
This is important for industry applications
that use active ingredients that can quickly
dissipate through reactions with other materials
or by evaporation into the environment.
13Potential applications
- Our purified, natural nanotubes when loaded with
active ingredients using our proprietary
technologies may - Extend the effective use-time for odor masking
perfumes in household products - Provide extended release sunscreens,
moisturizers, anti-microbials, and nutrients in
cosmetics - Enable new generations of controlled and extended
drug delivery - And more.
14Potential applications
- Over 200 applications within multiple industries
have been identified that may benefit from these
nanotubes and our proprietary technologies
- Advanced ceramics
- Additives for polymers, plastics and composites
- Absorbent materials
- Cosmetics and cosmeceuticals
- Electronics and microcircuitry
- Electrostatic discharge materials
- Fertilizers
- Fungicides
- Pesticides
- Hydrogen storage
- Paint and coating additives
- Medical and pharmaceutical device
additives/coatings - Many more
15Potential applications
- NaturalNano has technology to fill the inner
opening, or coat the outer surfaces, of
halloysite nanotubes with various metals.
16Potential applications
The resulting material may be utilized for Radio
Frequency (RF) or ElectroMagnetic Interference
(EMI) shielding.
17Potential applications
- The metalized halloysite nanotubes may then be
blended with paint or other coating materials or
as an additive to polymers and plastics to make
an effective RF or EMI barrier.
18Application example
- RF Shielding for large rooms, including
auditoriums or movie theaters, may be made from
metal-filled halloysite mixed into paint to block
cell-phone signals. - No more cell-phone interruptions in the middle
of a concert or movie!
19Application example
20How It Works
- NaturalNanos Radio-Frequency Shielding
Technology - Halloysite nanotubes coated or loaded with copper
may be used in paint applied to walls to
passively block specific radio frequency ranges. - Two-way radio-frequency transmissions from cell
phones, WiFi, and other electronic devices may be
blocked. - Using a complementary technology licensed from
AMBIT Corporation, building managers may
selectively override the blocking to allow the
use of two-way devices in a room or building. An
indoor antenna picks up cell-phone or other
signals and sends them to an external antenna
through an electronic filter. A facility manager
can enable transmissions at specific frequencies
or for specific uses. For example, police, fire
and other emergency communication calls could go
through. - 4. An outdoor antenna transmits and receives the
cell-phone (or other) signals. The antenna may
also improve reception for buildings in marginal
coverage areas.
21Application example
Increased use of composites creates need for
light-weight RF/EMI shielding and ESD materials
Image and data provided by Center for
Multifunctional Polymer Nanomaterials Devices
and Ohio Polymer Strategy Council
22Pesticides
Halloysite nanotubes on plant surfaces are
easily picked-up in insect hairs. Insects
actively groom and consume pesticide filled
nanotubes.
- Potential benefits
- Reduces amount of pesticides required during
growing season - Saves energy and labor costs through reduction
in application frequency
23Market interest
- Polymers, Plastics and Coatings
- Household Products and Cosmetics
- Drug delivery
24Market interest
- Polymers, Plastics and Coatings
- 300 Billion North American annual market
- Strengthening additives for plastics, including
biodegradable and biocompatible polymer materials - Nanocomposites, including RF/EMI and ESD
- Source Society of the Plastics Industry
testimony given to the House Ways and Means
Committee, 04/14/2005).
25Markets of special interest
- Household Products and Cosmetics
- 300 Billion global market
- Odor masking and fragrances for detergents,
cleaners, fabric softeners, and other products - Extended release for moisturizers, perfumes, and
a wide range of active cosmetic ingredients - Source Euromonitor International, July 2004
26Markets of special interest
- Drug delivery
- 40 Billion U.S. market
- Development agreement in place with Nanolution
division of Biophan Technologies, Inc. - Recent patent application announced by Biophan
Technologies, Inc. - Source Frost Sullivan, 2002
27Patents and IP
- NaturalNano currently has rights to twenty
issued and pending patents with more in process. - Patented and patent-pending technologies include
separation and classification of natural
nanotubes from raw material, new compositions of
matter and many end-use applications.
28Separation technology
- NaturalNano is currently working on commercial
scale separation and classification technologies
for halloysite nanotubes. - We are developing proprietary, patent-pending
separation technologies to enable precise control
of material inserted in or on the halloysite
tubes.
29Our advantage
- Using our processes we expect to make commercial
quantities of high-quality halloysite nanotubes
available for a wide variety of applications in - Polymers and plastics
- Electronics
- Household Cosmetic products
- Agricultural products
- Drug delivery
- And more.
30Imagine the possibilities
- Nature provided the nanofabrication process for
halloysite nanotubes. - NaturalNano is developing the separation,
classification, loading, and surface treatment
processes that may make nanoscale halloysite
tubes accessible for many commercial applications.
31Imagine the possibilities
32Management
- Michael Riedlinger, President
- 20 yrs. experience in technology licensing
formerly CEO, Technology Sales Licensing and
Vitalwork, Inc. - Kathleen Browne, CFO
- Formerly Corporate Controller at Paychex, VP
W.R. Grace, VP Bausch Lomb - Sarah Cooper, CTO
- Formerly with NASA Ames Nanotech Center
- Dr. Aaron Wagner, Director RD
- Chemical Engineer, formerly with Süd Chemie
33Scientific Advisory Board
- Robert W. Corkery, Ph.D. Ytkemiska Institute AB
(Institute for Surface Chemistry), Stockholm - Globally recognized as a physical chemistry and
materials science expert - Holds issued patents in nanozeolite and porous
materials technology - Formerly research scientist at PG responsible
for development of nanostructure, biomembrane and
complex fluid technologies - Emmanuel P. Giannelis, Ph.D. Cornell University
- Professor of Engineering and Director of
Materials Science and Engineering - Internationally recognized as a pioneer and
expert in polymer nanocomposites - Author or co-author of over 135 research papers
and 9 patents - Among top 25 most cited authors on Nanotechnology
- Ray Kurzweil Kurzweil Technologies, Inc.
- Renown inventor, author and visionary
- Recipient of MIT-Lemelson Prize, the worlds
largest prize for innovation - Inducted into National Inventors Hall of Fame
- Awarded National Medal of Technology, the highest
U.S. honor in technology
342006 Key Priorities
- Continue building our IP portfolio
- Expand processing alternatives for commercial
scale, high-volume production - Engage major prospective customers in
collaborative development programs - Collaborate with research organizations to
generate additional innovations and patents - Establish strategic partnerships and licenses for
our technology
35Summary
- Many industries may benefit from naturally
occurring nanomaterials - NaturalNano has rights to issued patents and
multiple patents pending and over 200 identified
commercial applications - Management team and scientific advisory board
consists of experienced managers and world
renowned scientists - NaturalNano stock trades in the US on the OTCBB
as NNAN
36Contact information
- Please contact us or visit our website often for
new developments. - www.naturalnano.com
- Michael Riedlinger, President
- michaelr_at_naturalnano.com
- 150 Lucius Gordon Drive
- West Henrietta, NY 14586
- 585.214.8005