Nano Systems combines semiconductor technology and thin film processes with innovative concepts from nano- and bio-sciences. Nano Systems operates the ‘Centre of Thin Film Technology’ (CTFT), a technology centre for heterogeneous integration of multi-functional components based on different technologies and materials. Functional layers, sensors & actuators, µ-fluidics, µ-heaters, microelectronics and nanotechnological components assemble to advanced devices. Numerical modeling supports the hardware development. The integration of bio-, nano- and biomimetic interfaces and materials is the key to product improvements and novel solutions for our partners.

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PLATON PolyIMPD

The goal of the project PLATON PolyIMPD is to establish an injection molding based technology platform for cost-effective fabrication of polymer photonic devices, in particular integrated optical waveguides, for life science applications. The maturity of this technology platform will be demonstrated by realizing a disposable polymer optical biosensor array employing evanescent wave sensing for label-free detection of bio-molecules. (funded by FFG)

ROD-SOL

The EU project ROD-SOL (All-inorganic nanorod based thin-film solar cells on glass) aims to increase the efficiency of thin-film solar cells using nanotechnologies. The seven research institutions and four industrial partners involved in the project plan to develop and improve the synthesis of silicon nanorods (tiny silicon rods with a diameter in the nanometer range) on cheaper substrates such as glass or metal foils. According to the partners, these nanostructures are ideal for absorbing solar energy. The greatest challenge for the researchers will be to determine the optimum diameter of the nanorods.www.rodsol.eu