Nanotech West adds Heterogeneous Integration Micro-Transfer Printing Capability

The X-Celeprint Micro-Transfer Printing equipment (XFR01) as shown in Figure 1 is now available for use in the cleanroom. Micro-transfer printing (MTP) is a technique that enables the assembly of diverse semiconductor devices onto various substrates. These devices are fabricated on their native substrates, such as silicon, gallium arsenide, or indium phosphide, using conventional methods. Then, they are released from …

The Science Village Fall 2023 Potluck

A big thank you to all those who attend the Science Village Potluck, and a humongous thank you to those who worked it. It was a great success, with a variety of dishes that were both delicious and creative. The attendees brought their favorite dishes, ranging from classic mac and cheese to exotic samosa. The aroma of the food filled …

Ohio State highlighted in IEEE Spectrum article on universities building a new semiconductor workforce

IEEE Spectrum recently featured The Ohio State University, as well as some of its research infrastructure and efforts to ready the required workforce for a growing semiconductor industry in the United States. The article also highlights the university’s Nanotech West Laboratory, on West Campus, and the Ohio State-led, IMR-operated CAFE: the Center for Advanced Semiconductor Fabrication Research and Education. CAFE is a …

The Plasma-Therm Takachi ICP-RIE has arrived!

NTW’s newest dry etch system has arrived. The Plasma-Therm Takachi ICP-RIE is a compact and robust dry etch platform suitable for etching a wide range of semiconductor materials. It greatly extends Nanotech West’s etch capabilities with additional gas options, sample temperature control between -20 to +250C, and a laser-based endpoint detection system for monitoring the etch process in real time. …

Ohio State University Prepares Students to Fill Semiconductor Workforce Shortage

Synopsis: Ohio State University (OSU) is proactively addressing the shortage of skilled workers in the semiconductor industry by equipping its students with the necessary knowledge and skills. In collaboration with industry partners, OSU has expanded its curriculum, invested in state-of-the-art facilities like the Nanotech West Lab, and established career development programs. The university aims to bridge the workforce gap by …

Meet Nanotech West Lab’s newest staff members

Nanotech West Laboratory recently welcomed several new staff members to its team on the West Campus of The Ohio State University. Nanotech West Lab is the Institute for Materials and Manufacturing Research’s (IMR) core materials research facility and the largest nanofabrication user facility in the state of Ohio. Dr. Chandan Joishi began working at Nanotech West Lab as a postdoctoral …

WestFest 2021 to feature West Campus materials, manufacturing research facilities

Update: Watch below the Virtual Tour of OSU’s Nanotech West Cleanroom. WestFest, Ohio State’s West Campus Science and Sustainability Festival, will offer live and asynchronous virtual events during this year’s public-engagement event highlighting STEM research, sustainability initiatives and outreach programs at the university. The event runs Monday, Oct. 11 to Saturday, Oct. 16. This weeklong event will feature more than …

David Hollingshead Named Manager of Research Operations

David Hollingshead, Senior Research Associate and Institute For Materials and Manufacturing Research (IMR) Member of Technical Staff, has been named the new Manager of Research Operations at Nanotech West Laboratories. Joining Nanotech West in 2014 in support of the Ohio Sensor and Semiconductor Innovation Platform (OSSIP) Program (awarded by the Ohio Development Services Agency), Dave has worked in close collaboration …

Aimee Price Named Manager of Nanofabrication

Aimee Price, Senior Research Associate and Institute For Materials and Manufacturing Research (IMR) Member of Technical Staff, has been named the new Manager of Nanofabrication at Nanotech West Laboratories. With over 20 years of experience in fabrication, Aimee has been serving the NTW user community since 2007.  She has been a fixture in the NTW cleanroom and instrumental in providing …