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Layered '2-D nanocrystals' promising new semiconductorApril 16, 2013
Researchers are developing a new type of semiconductor technology for future computers and electronics based on "two-dimensional nanocrystals" layered in sheets less than a nanometer thick that could replace today's transistors.
New imaging technology could reveal cellular secretsApril 25, 2013
Researchers have married two biological imaging technologies, creating a new way to learn how good cells go bad. "Let's say you have a large population of cells," said Corey Neu, an assistant professor in Purdue University's Weldon School of Biome
'Metasurfaces' to usher in new optical technologiesMarch 18, 2013
The metasurfaces could make possible "planar photonics" devices and optical switches small enough to be integrated into computer chips for information processing and telecommunications, said Alexader Kildishev, associate research professor of electri

Cutting Edge ResearchRead more on the various types of ongoing core research within the Birck Nanotechnology Center and find out why Purdue University is one of the leaders in nanotechnology research among universities worldwide.

Become a BNC User/CollaboratorThe BNC offers many options for researchers from companies, universities, and national labs. If you are interested in working in the BNC facility and/or in collaborating with BNC researchers and technical staff, you will find information by clicking

Micro and Nanofabricaton ServicesLet our experts at the BNC handle everything - from concept to characterization.

Ultramodern and Extensive Cleanroom and LaboratoriesThe Scifres Nanofabrication Laboratory is among the largest and cleanest cleanrooms in the country. Other labs are specialized for nanophotonics, crystal growth, bio-nanotechnology, molecular electronics, MEMS/NEMS, surface analysis, SEM/TEM, electr

A State-of-the-Art Facility for StudentsThe graduate students of the BNC work in a truly interdisciplinary environment while earning a degree in a traditional discipline.

In the NewsClick here to find out the latest breakthroughs happening at the BNC!

Key Research FacultyClick here to find the faculty in key research areas related to your interdisciplinary research.

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News

Science on Tap to feature talk about learning tool of nanoHUB
June 6, 2013
A Purdue University researcher instrumental in developing and advancing software for one of the first cloud computer networks for computational nanotechnology research will give the next Science on Tap talk. Gerhard Klimeck, a professor of electri
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Innovation could bring flexible solar cells, transistors, displays
May 23, 2013
Researchers have created a new type of transparent electrode that might find uses in solar cells, flexible displays for computers and consumer electronics and future "optoelectronic" circuits for sensors and information processing. The electrode i
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Birck Nanotechnology Facilities

Our Facilities

John Weaver, Facility Manager
BNC Air Handling

John Weaver, Facility Manager
BNC Galleys and Sub-Fab

Overview

The Birck Nanotechnology Center opened in July of 2005. This facility comprises 187,000 square feet, providing office space for 45 faculty, 40 clerical and technical staff, and up to 180 graduate students.

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Equipment

The entire set of resources provided by this 186,000 square foot facility are designed to support collaborative interdisciplinary research in nanotechnology.
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Operations

One of the most advanced facilities of its kind in the world, the BNC facility is designed to support multidisciplinary research in nanotechnology and to foster interaction between researchers and research disciplines.
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Training

Each instrument at Birck has specific training requirements. These requirements are dictated by the complexity of the tool. Equipment training ranges from a 30 minute orientation with a member of the BNC Staff to a 6 week short course.
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Key Capabilities

Our facilities have a wide range of capabilities including nanofabrication, nanophotonics, theory and computation, and materials growth and deposition.
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From the Director

Welcome to the Birck Nanotechnology Center website! The BNC leverages advances in nanoscale science and engineering to create innovative nanotechnologies addressing societal challenges and opportunities in computing, communications, the environment, security, energy independence, and health. In turn, the BNC exploits the accelerating progress in nanotechnology utilizing the most advanced nanoscale instrumentation to pursue answers to fundamental questions in the life and physical sciences. The interplay between these two complementary arcs of inquiry fosters a stimulating interdisciplinary environment for discovery that will engage us well into the 21st century.

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Tours of Discovery Park are available all year for business, classrooms, students, or anyone else looking to learn something new!

About the BNC

John Weaver, Facility Manager
BNC Vision and Unique Laboratories

The BNC leverages advances in nanoscale science and engineering to create innovative nanotechnologies addressing societal challenges and opportunities in computing, communications, the environment, security, energy independence, and health.

Current Events

21JunDetailsAaron D. Franklin seminar - "The Road Ahead for Carbon Nanotube Transistors"
June 21 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM BRK 2001
- Aaron D. Franklin seminar flyer

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Birck Nanotechnology Center
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Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2057

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Birck Nanotechnology Center

Layered '2-D nanocrystals' promising new semiconductorApril 16, 2013

New imaging technology could reveal cellular secretsApril 25, 2013

'Metasurfaces' to usher in new optical technologiesMarch 18, 2013