Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility (CNF) Joins NORDTECH Hub in the Microelectronics Commons Network
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A consortium organized by Cornell and four other New York-based leaders in semiconductor research and development has been awarded $40 million by the U.S. Department of Defense to advance microelectronics innovation and manufacturing.
David Muller wins Cowley Medal and Keithley Award
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David Muller wins Cowley Medal and Keithley Award
2023 Cornell Engineering Research Excellence Awards
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Three CNF Principal Investigators were included in the 2023 Cornell Engineering Research Excellence Awards.
Cha Publication in Nature Communications
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Cha Publication in Nature Communications
Rachel Miller – Nanoscience Is for Everyone!
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NNCO Profile of Ph.D. Rachel Miller, former CNF user
CNF Takes on Insectapalooza with Captivating Lantern Fly Display
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CNF took part in Insectapalooza, an annual event at Cornell's Department of Entomology. They used a portable scanning electron microscope to showcase the anatomy of spotted lantern flies, demonstrating the importance of nanoscale exploration in research.
CNF Staff Present at NNT2023
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Local Modification of Polymer Properties in Nanoimprint: PMMA under UVC Irradiation
2023 Research Experience Undergraduates Program
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The 2023 CNF Research Experiences for Undergraduates program brought together students from across the nation for a 10-week long comprehensive research experience, concluding with a convocation to present their research findings.
Nanoday 2023 was a Riot!
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Nanoday 2023 was a Riot!
Ober & National Academy of Engineering
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Christopher K. Ober has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering.