March 6, 2002 -- Rosseter Holdings, a Cyprus-based maker of carbon nanotubes and nanohorns, appointed David Tomanek chairman of its board.

Tomanek, a physics professor, has written more than 150 publications in scientific journals and holds several patents related to nanotechnology.

Rosseter said it would benefit from Tomanek's input into management, research and development, as well as introductions to potential customers for nanotubes around the world.

The firm said applications for its nanotubes and nanohorns include batteries for electronic devices, nanocomposites, fuel cells and electron emitters for flat-panel displays.