About
The CHM mission is to be a leading research and education center for the development of efficient process platforms and versatile tools for the two and three dimensional integration of components and systems across multiple length scales. The approach integrates nanofabrication processes for sub-30 nanometer elements based on directed self-assembly, nanoimprint lithography, high fidelity 3-D polymer template replication, and conformal deposition at the nanoscale, together with silicon wafer technologies and high-rate roll-to-roll based production tools, to yield materials and devices with unprecedented performance for computing, energy conversion and human health. As a comprehensive research center, the CHM includes research on device design, modeling and prototype testing in functional architectures taking best advantage of the specific hierarchical nanomanufacturing capabilities developed by the Center.
In bridging toward high-volume nanomanufacturing process technology, the CHM collaborates with leading industry partners and academic centers of excellence, demonstrating processes at the system-level through test beds and partnering with commercial fabrication tool and process suppliers to achieve broader adoption of techniques by the nanomanufacturing community. Professional market analysis, proactive opportunity and application identification, and facilitated engagement with potential partners is incorporated into the Center’s technology transfer strategy. The Center’s educational programs are designed to reach K-12, community college, undergraduate, graduate students and the general public. The Center champions diverse participation within its various program operations and at all levels of education. Finally, the CHM’s mission includes collaboration and cyberinfrastructure activities through a National Nanomanufacturing Network and a digital library-based nanomanufacturing clearinghouse.
