Scientific Tracks

T1 | MNE: METHODS & PROCESSES

Micro-Nano Fabrication Methods and Processes

• Pattern definition, 2D, 3D lithography methods (EBL, DUV, EUV, laser)
• Nanoimprint, molding, soft embossing, printing, additive techniques
• Pattern transfer: etching, lift-off, electroplating, ALE
• Deposition processes: PVD, CVD, inkjet, ALD
• Resists and functional materials
• Process simulation and computer-aided predictive nanofabrication
• Inspection, metrology, process control and manufacturability testing

Note: T1 is mainly devoted to individual steps involved in fabrication and manufacturing.

T2 | MNE: STRUCTURES & DEVICES

Micro-Nano Engineering for Physical and Chemical Sensors, Devices and Systems

• Functional surfaces with optical, electrical, chemical or mechanical properties
• Advanced electronics, spintronics, plasmonics and quantum technologies
• Integrated Circuit Technologies
• New device architectures: neuromorphic, bioinspired, quantum based
• Sensors and actuators, MEMS/NEMS, flexible, wearable devices, organic electronics
• Responsive, adaptative materials and 4D technologies
• Processing and integration of metamaterials or 1D/2D materials
• Applications: Telecommunication, RF/HF, photonics/acoustics, storage
• System design, simulation and integration
• Packaging technology and reliability

Note: T2 focuses on architecture, integration and characterization of novel structures/devices and physical/chemical applications (excluding biology/environment).

T3 | MNE: BIO

Micro-Nano Engineering for Life and Analytical Sciences

• Bio-inspired technologies, bio-mimetic surfaces
• Micro and nano fluidic devices, lab-on-a-chip
• Microphysiological systems
• Design, fabrication, recycling of micro-nano devices for life sciences
• Interfacing bio-entities and biomaterials with devices and systems
• New processes and technologies for life sciences
• Applications in fundamental biology, health and medicine
• Membranes and nanopores, sequencing technologies

Note: T3 is mainly devoted to applications of devices and integrated systems for biology, health or analysis.

T4 | MNE: SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability, Energy Efficiency and Environmental/Ecological Applications

• New materials and processes for reducing environmental impacts of micro/nano engineering
• Micro-nanotechnology enabled platforms for environmental and ecosystem monitoring
• Energy efficiency of devices and systems
• Environmental sensors and systems
• Food safety, agrofood, nutrition and agriculture
• E-waste reduction, recycling of disposable materials and devices
• Life Cycle Analysis
• Biocompatibility, degradable-/disposable packaging

Note: T4 is devoted to research involving micro-nano engineering and ecological concerns.

T5 | SNC: Swiss Nano Convention

Nanotechnology in Switzerland

• Microtechnology for watch making
• Photonics
• NanoBio

Note: T5 is mainly devoted to nanotechnology for different application areas and is by invitation only.

T6 | ENL: European Nano Labs

Expert Groups Symposium

Note: T6 is mainly devoted to issues of nanofabrication research infrastructure and is by invitation only.