Nanotechnology Research Laboratories

The research of the Dai Laboratory at Stanford interfaces with chemistry, physics, materials science and biophysics. Ongoing projects include developing new synthetic routes to ordered nanomaterial architectures; electrical, mechanical, electromechanical and electrochemical characterizations at the nanoscale; and probing the real-space structures and functions of biological molecules.

The Dionne Group, or D-Lab, is the Stanford research group of Professor Jen Dionne. The group explores new ways to control the interaction of light with matter and develops nanophotonic materials, methods, and devices for applications including biophotonics, catalysis, quantum science and sustainable chemical reactions.

The group is interested in the theoretical and computational research of photonic crystals, micro-photonic and nano-photonic structures, as well as solid state devices.

A biophysics lab that investigates biological spatial organization on the mesoscale (10 nm - 10 microns) and the role of mechanical cues in cellular decision-making. Current research directions include tissue mechanobiology, the organization of the DNA inside the nucleus, and single-molecule measurements of transport through biological pores and channels.

Single-molecule nanophotonics at Stanford University

The Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford (MIPS) was established as an inter-disciplinary program to bring together scientists and physicians who share a common interest in developing and using state-of-the-art imaging technology and developing molecular imaging assays for studying intact biological systems.

The Stanford Nanoelectronics Group was founded in September 2004 by Professor H.-S. Philip Wong. The group's research interests are in nanoscale science and technology, semiconductor technology, solid state devices, and electronic imaging. The group is interested in exploring new materials, novel fabrication techniques, and novel device concepts for future nanoelectronic systems.

Research areas: nanophotonics, quantum optics, nonlinear optics, optoelectronics

The Quantum Information Science group at Stanford University, lead by Professor Yoshihisa Yamamoto, conducts the basic research on quantum optics, semiconductor mesoscopic physics, nuclear and electron spin resonance, with emphasis on quantum information system applications.

The Yi Cui Group at Stanford works on nanomaterials science and engineering, including next-generation batteries, green energy technologies, environmental materials, nanotechnology, electrocatalysis, wearables, two-dimensional materials, and energy and sustainability applications.

The major research interests of the group are the design, fabrication, characterization and applications of various active nanostructures such as nanofibers, nanotubes, nanojunctions and nanotrees. The active materials currently under exploration include piezoelectric, piezoresistive or conductive, thermal electric and photovoltaic materials. The targeted applications of the various nanostructures developed are acoustic sensors for structural health monitoring, medical devices for thrombus retrieving, nanoacoustic waves for circulating cancer cell screening, chemical sensors for various gases and explosives, biosensors for stroke diagnostics, and energy scavenging involving mechanical-electric, thermoelectric, optoelectric and chemical-electric energy conversions.

Participation in the Nanotechnology Graduate Program leads to Masters of Science, Masters of Engineering, and Doctor of Philosophy in the respective disciplines with a designated nanotechnology concentration. To qualify for the nanotechnology concentration, in addition to satisfying disciplinary core requirements, candidates for Masters' degrees must complete the common core and a minimum of three elective courses and should attend regularly the seminar series in the Nanotechnology Curriculum.

Participation in the Nanotechnology Graduate Program leads to Masters of Science, Masters of Engineering, and Doctor of Philosophy in the respective disciplines with a designated nanotechnology concentration. To qualify for the nanotechnology concentration, in addition to satisfying disciplinary core requirements, candidates for Masters' degrees must complete the common core and a minimum of three elective courses and should attend regularly the seminar series in the Nanotechnology Curriculum.

The group is exploring nanoelectroics and nanomechatronics research areas based on low dimensional materials, including carbon nanotube, graphene and conjugated polymers.

The group is interested in studying the behavior of advanced material systems at the nanoscale. Particular material systems of interest include polymers and polymer nanocomposites, as well as thin film and piezoelectric materials of interest in MEMS applications.

The Nature Inspired Surface Engineering Laboratory is a Stevens research group in micro/nano/energy/thermal engineering with interests that include micro/nanofluidics, nanofabrication, surface engineering, and bioinspired functional surfaces.

The Zhang Group focuses on mesoscopic thermal, electrical, and thermoelectric properties of low-dimensional materials, using synthesis and fabrication techniques to create functional nanostructures, characterization methods to study physical phenomena, and machine learning to model structure-property relationships.

The Engineered Metallic Nanostructures Laboratory studies the design, synthesis, stability, and mechanical behavior of metallic nanostructures, including nanocrystalline alloys, crystalline-amorphous nanolaminates, and metallic glass matrix composites.

The Garcia Center for Polymers at Engineered Interfaces conducts research on polymer nanomaterials and nanoscale interfaces, including nanofibers, biodegradable polymers, and engineered surfaces.

A new institute supported by Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology

The program covers nanomaterials, nanodevices and nanoprocesses, connecting nanoscale theory with practical applications in nanoenergy, nanobiotechnology and interdisciplinary technology development.

Specializing in surface characterization and modification, ACSES provides sample analysis capabilities for a wide range of material and process applications. With a focus on elucidating the composition and structure of thin films, the equipment set available to academic and industrial users is unmatched within an academic environment. Coupled with a dedicated staff of 3, ACSES provides all necessary onsite experitise for training and data analysis.

SSW is a consulting and research laboratory at The University of Western Ontario, handling all aspects of material surface properties.

The Sustainable Nanotechnology Organization (SNO) is a non-profit, worldwide professional society comprised of individuals and institutions that are engaged in: Research and development of sustainable nanotechnology; Implications of nanotechnology for Environment, Health, and Safety; Advances in nanoscience, methods, protocols and metrology; Education and understanding of sustainable nanotechnology; Applications of nanotechnology for sustainability. SNO's purpose is to provide a professional society forum to advance knowledge in all aspects of sustainable nanotechnology, including both applications and implications.

A joint research institute by the Chinese Academy of Science (CAS), the government of Jiangsu Province and the government of Suzhou city with a focus on nano-devices and related materials, nanobiotech and nanomedicine, nanobionics and safety of nanomaterials.