Welcome
Our center serves as a multidisciplinary hub, enabling groundbreaking advancements in nanotechnology and providing unparalleled resources for academic and industrial collaboration.
About Us
The Jan Koum Center for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at Tel Aviv University (TAU.nano Center) is a leading nanotechnology research center driving innovation in nanofabrication, MEMS, nanomaterials, and semiconductor research.
Our state-of-the-art facilities support academic and industrial collaboration, positioning us as a key player in nanotechnology in Israel and beyond.
Our Facility
Located at the heart of Tel Aviv University's campus, our newly constructed 7,200-square-meter building spans five levels, featuring a cutting-edge NanoFabrication (NanoFab) facility, advanced cleanroom facilities, and nanotechnology laboratories.
Our centerpiece is an 800-square-meter cleanroom built to international semiconductor industry standards, enabling R&D in micro and nanofabrication. This facility supports researchers in semiconductor device development, advanced materials characterization, and nanofabrication process optimization.
Key Features
- SEMI Standards Facilities: Equipped with a 600 sqm Class100/1000 Clean Room and 15 advanced central utility systems.
- Advanced Tools and Labs: Includes 40 fabrication tools, 20 imaging and characterization instruments, and 10 imaging and characterization labs, with 50% of the equipment fleet recently purchased.
- Comprehensive Research & Development Workflow: Supports mask design, process development, prototype creation, and device bonding.
- Cutting-Edge Material Characterization: Offers advanced imaging and analytical capabilities to support a wide range of research and development needs.
NanoStaff Excellence
Our NanoStaff comprises a highly skilled team of professionals, including former semiconductor engineers and PhD scientists, dedicated to ensuring the success of our research and development projects.
Our Vision and Mission
We are committed to:
- Advancing R&D: Supporting innovative research and development with cutting-edge facilities and equipment.
- Bridging Academia and Industry: Offering a one-stop-shop model for research, development, and prototyping.
- Suporting Multidisciplinary Research: Encouraging collaboration across physical, chemical, biological, medical, and engineering sciences.
- Empowering Innovation: Enabling Israeli and global industries to pioneer the next generation of technologies.
- Educating Future Leaders: Offering training programs and hands-on experiences for students and young researchers.
A Home for Cutting-Edge Research
Our center supports fast prototyping and experimental nanotechnology development for a wide range of applications, from startups to established corporations. By integrating nano fabrication and material characterization processes under one roof, we provide a seamless research experience and enable our partners to accelerate their technological advancements.
Pioneering the Future of Nanotechnology
As a flexible and dynamic research and business hub, we adapt quickly to the needs of the scientific and industrial communities, fostering innovation and ensuring rapid responses to market demands. Our cleanroom and multidisciplinary research environment empower scientists and engineers to explore new frontiers in nanoscale science, crafting solutions with atomic precision.
We act as enablers of transformative technologies, helping our partners take the next steps in their innovation journeys.
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