Case Western Reserve University – Center for Layered Polymeric Systems (CLiPS)
Technology: Various
The Center creates an integrated program of research an education through the vehicle of a unique microlayering and nanolayering process technology at Case Western Reserve University. Read More…
Case Western Reserve University – Center of Advanced Science and Engineering for Carbon (CASE4Carbon)
Technology: Materials
The Center’s mission is to pursue an integrated science and engineering program by utilizing emerging carbon nanotechnology to develop new materials, devices and systems. One of their unique strengths is applying advanced synthetic methods to the development of advanced carbon nanomaterials with well-defined, multidimensional structures for multifunctional applications, including electrochemical energy conversion and storage. Read More…
nanobook @ Case Western Reserve University
Technology: Various
Pages made available for archival use only. The Case Western Reserve University nanoBook is an interactive directory that highlights the ongoing nanoscience/nanotechnology research activities of our faculty across the university. Read More…
Ohio State University – Center for Affordable Nanoengineering of Polymeric Biomedical Devices
Technology: Life Sciences
The goal of the Center is to create devices that will make diagnosing, treating and managing diseases easier, less expensive and more effective. Read More…
Ohio State University – Computational Micro and Nanofluidics Laboratory
Technology: Life Sciences
The Computational Micro and Nanofluidics Laboratory focus at OSU is focused on the computational analysis of the flow, heat and mass transfer in micro and nano fluidic systerms. Current research projects include modeling of an implantable artifical kidney, DNA translocation in nanopores and fundamental issues associated with bio-sensing. Read More…
Ohio State University – Electronic Materials and Nanostructures Laboratory (EMNLAB)
Technology: Electronics
EMNLAB is a group within the physical electronics branch of electrical Engineering at The Ohio State University. The group focuses on using a wide array of analysis, processing, and growth techniques to investigate the surface, interface, and ultrathin film properties of semiconductors. Read More…
Ohio State University – Nanoprobe Laboratory for Bio- and Nanotechnology & Biomimetics
Technology: Life Sciences
NLBB’s main goals are to carry out fundamental studies in the interdisciplinary areas of bio/nanotribology, bio/nanomechanics and bio/nanomaterials characterization and applications to bio/nanotechnology. The scope of the research includes the development of theoretical models, development of sophisticated instrumentation and techniques, fabrication of nanostructures, and the acquisition of research data for fundamental understanding. Measurement of mechanical and electrical properties of nanostructures is carried out. Self-assembled monolayers and perfluoropolyether lubricant and ionic liquid films are developed for micro/nanostructures. Biomolecular films are studied for biomedical applications. In particular, bioadhesion, friction and wear issues are addressed. Another main goal is to develop bio-inspired nanostructured surfaces. There is a large activity on superhydrophobic and self-cleaning surfaces with low drag (Lotus effect) and interfaces with smart adhesion (Gecko feet). There are also research activities in nanoprobe based data recording technology and beauty care products (hair, hair conditioner, and skin cream). Instrumentation used in the lab includes atomic force microscopy/scanning tunneling microscopy (AFM/STM), microtriboapparatus, nanoindenter, and industrial simulators. Read More…
Ohio State University – NanoSystems Laboratory
Technology: Materials; Manufacturing
ENCOMM NanoSystems Laboratory is operated by the OSU Center for Electronic and Magnetic Nanoscale Composite Multifunctional Materials. Its goal is to provide academic and industrial users with access to advanced material characterization and fabrication tools for research and development applications. Read More…
Ohio State University – Nanotech West Laboratory
Technology: Electronics
The Nanotech West Lab of Ohio State is the largest nanotechnology user facility in the State of Ohio. With currently over 200 total internal (Ohio State) and external users, Nanotech West supports more than 80 research and development projects per year including use by over 30 external users, predominantly startup companies in the Ohio region. Read More…
Ohio University – Laboratory for Single Atom and Molecule Manipulation
Technology: Basic Research
Atomistic Construction of Nanostructures and Nanoscale Devices. Read More…
Ohio University – Nanoscale and Quantum Phenomena Institute
Technology: Various
Nanoscale research at Ohio University’s Department of Physics. Generally, the institute has three main focus areas in “hard” nano: Nanoelectronics, nanophotonics, nanomagnetism, and nanospintronics; Nanoscale properties, manipulation, and assembly; and Quantum structures, nanocrystals, and nanosensors. Read More…
University of Akron – Nanoscale Simulation Lab
Technology: Modeling and Simulation
The team investigates the assembly of biological and nanostructured materials at length scales of 1 nm to 1000 nm using computational tools. They actively develop, validate, and apply atomistic potentials of oxides, metals, and polymers to solve challenges in soft matter and bionanoscience. Read More…
University of Cincinnati – Nanoelectronics Laboratory
Technology: Materials
Research of the NanoLab is centered on inorganic and organic materials for novel devices. Materials being investigated range from rare earth doped inorganic wide bandgap semiconductors to DNA and other biopolymers. The material state and form also vary broadly and depend on the intended application, from solid state thin films and nanofibers to liquid state aqueous and organic solutions. Read More…
University of Cincinnati – Nanoworld Smart Materials and Devices Laboratory
Technology: Various
The UC Nanoworld and Smart Materials and Devices Laboratories are an interdepartmental research laboratory group which includes faculty from Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Aerospace Engineering and the UC Medical School. The labs develop innovative smart materials, sensors and devices by intersecting the various disciplines of science and engineering. The main concentration of research is in the Nanotechnology, Biomimetics, Composites and Smart Structures fields. Read More…
University of Dayton Research Institute – Nano-Enhanced Composites Group
Technology: Composites
The Nano-Enhanced Composites group conducts research on nano-modified and multi-functional composites utilizing both thermoset and thermoplastics. The group offers the comprehensive capability to formulate materials, produce composite laminates using all the typical processing methods, and then develops a property database using our ISO9001 composites testing laboratory. Read More…