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JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW POSITION UNDER 'DST-SERB'

2018-04-23T09:25:50.000Z

ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE POSITION OF PROJECT JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW UNDER 'DST-SERB'

Title of the Research Project: Fabricating rGO based highly sensitive non-cryogenic micro-bolometer sensor array for thermal imaging applications

Walk-in Interview date and time: 10th May, 2018 at 10 AM

for more details-

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Call for research articles_Special issue: a) Journal of Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, b) Sensor Letters (American Scientific Publishers)

2018-04-21T22:33:14.000Z

Dear Professor/Scientist/Research Scholar,

I am hereby writing to invite you to contribute a research/ short communication/review article for the below mentioned special issues:

Application of 2D/3D Materials in Sensing and Photocatalysis (Last date of submission: 30th Sept 2018) in Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology http://www.aspbs.com/jnn.html

Nanostructured Mesoporous Materials based Gas Sensors (Last date of submission: 01st August 2018) in Sensor Letters http://www.aspbs.com/sensorlett/

Since your research activities and contribution are very well known and related to the field of functional nanomaterials for sensing and photocatalysis, your one of the scientific contribution for these special issues will be highly appreciated. Authors will receive the following benefits:

* No publication charges whatsoever

* No charges for color figures and Illustrations

* Fast peer-reviewing and publication times

* World-wide subscriptions by top universities

You are requested to encourage your students and fellow expert in the field to contribute the manuscript for this special issue.

Please feel free to ask any queries regarding this special issue to the Guest Editors (Dr. Vijay K. Tomer, Dr. Ritu Malik and Dr. Nirav Joshi) at their respective e-mail ids provided in the brochure.

For details, information brochure is attached herewith for your reference.

An early response shall be highly appreciated.

Looking forward to hear from you.

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We are hiring - RESEARCHER W/PH.D. IN CHEMISTRY, MATERIALS SCIENCE OR RELATED FIELDS

2018-04-21T17:00:00.000Z

Within the ECOFIBRAS project (Eco-sustainable valorisation of invasive vegetal species in Macaronesia to obtain fibres with industrial use, MAC/4.6d/040), supported by the Transnational Cooperation Programme Madeira-Azores-Canarias (MAC 2014-2020) towards Regional Development Fund (ERDF), the Centro de Química da Madeira (CQM), University of Madeira, Funchal, Madeira Island, Portugal, is offering a post-doc fellowship for scientific research and development (M/F) as follows.

ANNOUNCEMENT

I. Scientific area: Chemistry/Materials science

II. Admission requirements: The candidates must have a Ph. D. in Chemistry, Materials Science or in fields related to the project and:

• Experience in the study and in the chemical, structural, morphological and functional characterization of natural fibers;

• Experience in studies of thermal stability and mechanical properties of organic polymers and natural fibers;

• Proven expertise in the use of SEM, AFM, TGA and FTIR techniques.

Preference is given to anyone who, in addition to the previous requirements, has a doctorate in the area and/or research work (published papers with impact factor and/or patents) in the field of the project and/or in the preparation of nanocomposites based on natural fibers and inorganic nanoparticles for immobilization and delivery of drugs.

III. Work Plan: This work is part of an international project (Madeira, Azores, and Canaries) that aims to study and valorise invasive species in the Macaronesia Region, namely Agave americana, Arundo donax, Pennisetum setaceum and Ricinus communis. The fellow will be responsible for the study of the chemical, structural, morphological, thermal and mechanical properties of fibers and for the preparation of nanocomposites based on these natural fibers.

• Task 1 - Bibliographic research;

• Task 2 - Chemical, structural, morphological and functional characterization of natural fibers;

• Task 3 - Preparation of nanocomposites based on fibers and inorganic nanoparticles;

• Task 4 - Determination of the thermal and mechanical properties of fibers and nanocomposites;

• Task 5 - Preparation of technical reports and papers.

Note: Some of the tasks may run in parallel.

IV. Laws and applicable regulation: Law no. 40/2004, of August 18 (Scientific Research Grant Holder Statute); Grant Regulation of the University of Madeira.

V. Workplace: The work shall be carried out at the Centro de Química da Madeira (National Research Centre) of the University of Madeira, under the guidance of Prof. João Rodrigues.

VI. Duration of the grant: The fellowship will last for 6 months, possibly renewable for a maximum of 19 months.

VII. The amount of the monthly stipend: The monthly stipend of the grant is €1495, according to the stipend table awarded directly by the Universidade da Madeira.

VIII. Selection Methods: By evaluation of the Curriculum Vitae of the candidates.

IX. Composition of the selection jury: Prof. João Rodrigues (President of the Jury), Prof. Helena Tomás (effective member), Prof. Pedro Pires (effective member), and Doctor Carla Alves (alternate member).

X. Pronouncement and notification of the results: The admission lists as well as the results of each selection method and final ordering lists will be disclosed on the page of the Human Resources Unit - University of Madeira in http://urh.uma.pt/, and on Centro de Química da Madeira webpage in https://cqm.uma.pt. All candidates shall be notified by e-mail.

XI. Application deadline and requirements:

a) Applications shall be submitted within 25 days of the announcement of the public notice(Deadline 19 of May; 17:00 Lisbon Time);

b) Applications must be supported by an application letter, and accompanied by the following documents: one-two page motivation letter detailing the research experience relevant to project; Full Curriculum Vitae; Qualification certificate translated to English and certificated; contact of two referees (name, address and email); other supporting documents considered relevant for the evaluation of the application.

c) The applications must be submitted exclusively by e-mail to nucleo.bolseiro@mail.uma.pt indicating the reference “CQM-17-01-BPD-MAC/4.6d/040” in the email subject.

The CQM is a National Research Unit supported and evaluated by FCT – Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia. It is a recognized “refugee welcoming organization" by the European Commission, follows the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Commission Recommendation, Brussels, 11.3.2005, 2005/251/EC), is committed to the principle of equity in employment, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Nanomaterials for Neurology

2018-04-20T19:39:00.000Z

In a recent review, the state-of-the-art of the potential uses of nanomaterials in Neuroscience is discussed.

You may find more information (and a link to download the review) at:

http://www.eurekaselect.com/144419/article

CALL FOR SUMMER INTERNSHIP RESEARCH PROGMRAMME ON NANOSCIENCE

2018-04-20T18:00:00.000Z

An Overview

The project training is focused on explaining applications of Materials Science and Nanotechnology and Inter- and cross-multidisciplinary research excellence. The resultant technological innovations are due to the commercialization of resultant products in various fields. The students pursuing their Diploma/Bachelors or Master’s thesis project in the fields of Science and Technology must know about the Nanotechnology advancements in their fields, which is usually not a part of their syllabus. This project enables them to enhance their knowledgebase, pertaining to the developments in their fields of study as a result of global developments in Nanoscience &Nanotechnology which has changed the landscape of new research and product developments at all the industries and domains.

Project Aim & Scope

These projects are exclusive for the Engineering & Science and Technology students aim to give participants a broad view of latest and most in-demand technologies and its prospects, so that they could know about the various applications and new achievements of nanotechnology in their respective field. The project contains the various topics related to every field of technology and sufficient material on that topic.

Benefits to Participants

Participants will get to know that what is nanoscale technology and “Liquid Crystal Nanoscience” how it is applicable in emerging fields.
After completion of this project, participants will be aware of role of nanotechnology in advancements of the present technology in their respective fields.
Participants will be aware of various revolutions in every field of technology such as in Liquid crystals, Polymeric Nanosciences, Nano-Bio sensor technology, Switchable device modulation, smart display technology, microscopy and spectroscopy analysis, fabrication tools and strategies. This could be possible only because of Nanotechnology and Materials Science research innovations
Apart from their current syllabus contents and project topics, they can get some additional information from abroad Universities/Institutions research ideas techniques and knowledge
After successful complete successfully students will get another opportunity to publish their review paper* written by them under group leader’s supervision.
Then will be capable of research after delivering presentation on respective project.
Additional summer project fellow certificate will be provided and which could be most beneficial in their academic and further research career entry in the industry/institutions.

Project topics

SP-1/BU18: Scale up synthesis and processing of 2D transition metal oxide nanoparticles
SP-2/BU18: Mechanism of various nanostructures formation by employing novel techniques and surface engineering for activated materials in catalysis
SP-3/BU18: Ultra-thin graphene based materials preparation for electrochemical energy storage systems
SP-4/BU18: Synthesis and applications of CNT's in nanoelectronics
SP-5/BU18: Smart electronic materials graphene utilization in transparent flexible electrodes and super capacitor application of
SP-6/BU18: Liquid Crystal, hybrid nanocomposite, polymeric nanomaterials spectroscopic response
SP-7/BU18: Modulation of Nano-Bio sensor technology and Biotechnology applicationsin drug delivery
SP-8/BU18: Flexible electronics, smart display device, optoelectronics and novel switchable device

Candidature of applicants and duration of the projects

Prospective participants those who are pursuing B. Sc., M. Sc., B. Tech, M. Tech., M. Phill and Ph.D. in any field of Multi-disciplinary Science and Technology and engineering branches e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Nano-Bio engineering, Tissue engineering, Nano-textile engineering, Chemical engineering, Electrical Sciences, Nanoengineering, Bio-medical engineering, Aeronautic, Mechatronics, Mechanical and Automobile Engineering may join in this project. All the National/International participants have to submit their CV along with institution letter forwarded by the concern authority should have to enclose via e-mail apply to the project group leader& advisor: Prof(Dr.)Kaushik Pal. These projects are entitled for at least one (01) to three month (03) duration-3hours per day. All students should present their work and tutorial courses in each week as progress report of research. The project includes Students will get another opportunity to publish their review paper* written by them and evaluated by external experts under the guidanceof group leaders after which it could be published in the International journals or posted on Nano-connect platform.

Enrollment Procedure

Covering letter should addressing group leader‘project code’with title assignment
Brief CV with recent color photograph
Letter host institutionshould forwarded by Principle/Head Department/Director/Dean
Attach copies of your recent degree
Registration, training, and project fees

Name of the Research Group Leader & Project Advisor: Prof.(Dr.) Kaushik Pal

Designation: Research Professor (Independent Scientist & PI)

E-mail: kpalphysics.nano@gmail.com

Fee Structure and Payment Norms

The program fee should be sent along with duly completed application form. The fee should be paid by cash/through a chequeafter selection by group leader and recommend by Dean (Research) at Bharath Institute for Higher Education and Research, BIHER Research Park, Department of Nanotechnology, Selaiyur, Chennai 600073, Tamil Nadu,India.

Fee Details

1 Month

2 month

3 Month

Registration fee

Rs.500

External resource fees

Rs.3000

Rs.2500

Rs.2000

Research project charges included (Experiments/Review/Editing) and extra publication charges are require (Rs.2000 to Rs.5000) but not mandatory for all journals)

Rs.3000

Total Fees

Rs.6500

Rs.6000

Rs.5500

Position of Project Assistant

2018-04-20T12:55:24.000Z

Project Title

Fabrication of 1-D Nanomaterial………. for Solar Cell Application

Principle Investigator

Dr.G.Ramalingam, Assistant Professor, Department of Nanoscience And Technology (DNST), 5^th Floor, Science Campus, Karaikudi-630003, INDIA

ramalingamg@alagappauniversity.ac.in

ph:9445295572

Position

Project Assistant -ONE

Duration

2-Years

Emoluments/ Pay scale

Rs.14000/ -Per month (Consolidated)

Qualification

M.Sc Physics/Chemistry/Nanoscience &Technology/Energy Science/Material Science or equivalent

M.E/M.Tech (Nanotechnology/Mech.,/Chem.,/EEC,EEE)

or equivalent with 55% marks with consistently good academic records.

Desirable qualification

Candidate with experimental knowledge in Materials Science/Nanoscience, Energy

Science will be prepared.

Project position

2018-04-20T04:36:23.000Z

A PA Level II position is available in the project entitled "Engineering a magnetically stimulated implantable hydrogel patch for localized tumor therapy".

Eligibility criteria: B.E./B.Tech. in Material Science/ Nanoscience/Nanotechnology/ Nano-biotechnology/ Biotechnology or equivalent with minimum 55% marks OR M.Sc. in Material Science/ Nanoscience/ Nanotechnology/ Nano-biotechnology/ Biotechnology/ Physics/ Chemistry or equivalent with minimum 55% marks can appear for the interview on 24.04.18.

http://csio.res.in/components/com_chronoforms5/chronoforms/uploads/Recruitment/20180418042710_Advt03-2018.pdf

Nano-Scale Materials Characterisation Residential Weekend

2018-04-16T11:37:07.000Z

Become familiar with the latest characterisation methods at the University of Oxford’s Begbroke Science Park and at the Department of Materials.

Over the two days (30 June - 1 July 2018), the presentations, discussions and demonstrations focus on characterisation and problem-solving in surface and interface science and technology as well as characterisation of nanoparticles and nanostructures. In particular, the following groups of techniques are considered:

Surface specific electron spectroscopic (XPS) and spectrometric (SIMS) techniques;
Electron-optical analytical and imaging (EPMA/WDS, SEM/EDS, TEM/EDS, HRTEM) techniques;
Photon spectroscopic (IR and Raman probes) and thin-film profilometry techniques;
Scanning probe (AFM in various operational modes) and stylus (Dektak) techniques;
Light scattering for particle characterisation (particle analysis, dynamic light scattering, centrifugal sedimentation, laser diffraction).

Contact nano@conted.ox.ac.uk for more details

National Symposium on Sustainable Energy Conversion & Storage Materials (NSSECSM-2018)

2018-04-03T08:21:18.000Z

DST-SERB and BRNS Sponsored “National Symposium on Sustainable Energy Conversion & Storage Materials (NSSECSM - 2018) is organized by Centre of Excellence for Energy Research, Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai during April 26-27, 2018. Many eminent speakers in the area of energy research have accepted our invitation. Please find attached the conference brochure and registration form for more details.

The following topics are included for the Symposium:

Nanotechnology and Nanobiotechnology in Energy Applications.

Thin Films and Coatings.
Electrochemistry and Device Fabrication.
Smart Materials for Energy Applications (DSSCs,SOFC, Battery, Supercapacitor and Hydrogen

Production).

Modified Electrolytes for Electrochemical Device Applications.

Nanostructured Electrode Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage Devices.

Photocatalysis for Waste Water Treatment.
Bioenergy and Biofuels

Please circulate the enclosed brochure and motivate your students/ researchers/faculty members to submit a one page abstract and to participate/present their research work in the Symposium. Please submit your Abstract using the e-mail ID : nssecsm2018@gmail.com

Please note that the last date for the submission of abstract is 10^th April 2018 (Tuesday).

Link:

http://www.sathyabama.ac.in/newsfile/20180323060053_Brochure.pdf

Two Phd Positions available in Electrochemistry ( Phd Completion in Three years)

2018-03-22T05:18:15.000Z

Two Phd Positions avalilable in Electrochemistry ( Phd Completion in Three years)

UGC -CSIR qualified candidates get 40,000 per month stipend

Eligibility:M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Material Science/ Nanoscience and Technology or equivalent or, M. Tech. in Materials Science/Nanotechnology/Engineering chemistry or equivalent with minimum of 60% marks. Candidates with experience in electrochemistry, preferably heterogeneous electrocatalysis (e.g. OER, ORR) will be preferred.

Fellowship:

For CSIR-NET, GATE candidatesand M.Tech Postgraduates: Rs. 25,000 + 20% HRA, For others: Rs. 16,000 + 20% HRA

Registration for Ph.D: Selected candidate shall register for full time Ph.D. programme at SRM University, Kattankulathur, Chennai.

Interested candidates can send their applications together with their detailed Resume/CV, either by soft or hard copies Prof. T.Maiyalagan, Ph. D, MRSC, Principal Investigator, DST Project,Room No: R-36, 13th floor, Central library Building, SRM Research Institute, SRM University, Kattankulathur, Chennai-603203, Tamil Nadu.Phone: 044-27417904E-mail: maiyalagan@gmail.com, maiyalagan.t@ktr.srmuniv.ac.in

Know More: http://www.srmuniv.ac.in/research-opportunities-details/9531

Note: Candidates will be informed by e-mail about the interview date

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON FUNCTIONAL NANOMATERIALS AND NANODEVICES

2018-03-21T16:10:57.000Z

Dear colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the "INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON FUNCTIONAL NANOMATERIALS AND NANODEVICES", to be held 3-5 September 2018 in Vienna, Austria. The event is organized by the European Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Association (ENNA), in cooperation with the Technische Universität Wien.

The purpose of this meeting is to bring together students, scientists and company representatives from around the world with interests in nano/materials, energy storage/conversion, biotechnologies and nano/devices to facilitate exchange of knowledge and ideas. You are welcome to present your results!

Detailed information about the event is available on:

http://www.nanomat2018.com/

We look forward receiving your abstract and we hope you will be able to join us on this occasion!

Sincerely,

Prof. Saim Emin / Ms. Polina Mladenova (event manager)

European Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Association

website: http://www.europenanoscience.org/

Str. G.S. Rakovski 111, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria

E-mail: polina@europenanoscience.org

E-mail: saim.emin@europenanoscience.org

Tel.: +359895792567

International Conference on Green Methods: Separation, Purification and Nanomaterial Synthesis

2018-03-21T04:00:24.000Z

International Conference on Green Methods: Separation, Purification and Nanomaterial Synthesis

Centre for Nano and Material Sciences, Jain University, Bengaluru, India.
We are organizing International Conference on Green Methods for Separation, Purification and Nanomaterial Synthesis, 24-25th April 2018, Jain Global Campus, Jain University, Bengaluru.

https://msaxena2012.wixsite.com/cnms

This #internationalconference will gather researchers from multidisciplinary domains on the use of advanced materials in distinct #GreenChemistry, #NanoCatalysis, #EnergyMaterials, #SeparationPurification Processes including #GreenSolvents, Methods, Process Development, Device Making, Nanomedicine, Nanocomposites, Drug Delivery or Bioengineering Applications.

Call for papers: Frontiers in Chemistry on theme "Graphene-Based Nanocomposites for Photocatalysis"

2018-03-21T01:21:24.000Z

A special issue in Frontiers in Chemistry on "Graphene-Based Nanocomposites for Photocatalysis " is open for submission. Please find details in the web page.

https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/7676/graphene-based-nanocomposites-for-photocatalysis ;

BioNanoNet Newsletter 01/2018 available for download now!

2018-03-20T15:16:43.000Z

Dear ladies and gentlemen!

We would like to inform you that the BioNanoNet Newsletter 01/2018 is available now:

Please click on BioNanoNet News 01/2018 to download the newsletter!

Besides contributions from our BioNanoNet members, reports about projects and activities, new members and an overview of interesting events, we kindly highlight the BioNanoNet member presentations within this newsletter, which present

CIBER - Consorcio Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red, Spain
Know-Center GmbH, Austria

Sincerely,

BioNanoNet-Team

Call for book chapter-Cambridge Scholars Publishing, UK

2018-03-17T07:03:40.000Z

Dear Authors,

I am pleased to invite you to submit a book chapter for upcoming book “New generation counter electrode materials for high performance dye-sensitized solar cells” which will be published in Cambridge Scholars Publishing, UK. The tentative chapter wise title for the book is as follows.

New Generation Counter Electrode Materials for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells

Chapter 1: Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells: History, Configuration, Components, Working Principles

Chapter 2: Function of Counter Electrode in Charge Transfer Dynamics: Challenges and Alternative Strategies

Chapter 3: Metal (Alloy/core-shell) as Counter electrode

Chapter 3: Metal oxides as Counter electrode

Chapter 4: Transition Metal Carbide as Counter Electrode

Chapter 5: Transition Metal Nitride as Counter Electrode

Chapter 6: Transition Metal Sulphide as Counter Electrode

Chapter 7: Chalcogenides as Counter Electrode

Chapter 8: Polymer and its composite as Counter Electrode

Chapter 9: Graphene and its composite as Counter Electrode

Chapter 10: Carbon Nanotube and its composite as Counter Electrode

Chapter 11: Carbon Nanofiber and its composite as Counter Electrode

Chapter 12: Mesoporous Carbon/Activated Carbon and its composite as Counter Electrode

Chapter 13: Quantum Dots as Counter Electrode

The book covers recent advancements in the materials for counter electrode applications in dye-sensitized solar cells. The proposed book will be composed with expending field of solar energy conversion, a wide span of technological breakthrough, opportunities, possibilities and compile challenges. The adopted subject enables hugely impact on solving near future energy demands.

Since we are aware of your contribution in the field and it would be our pleasure if you could accept the invitation to submit a chapter for this book. There is no page charge for the publication of the book chapter; however, the acceptance is purely based on the merit/quality of the manuscript. If you are interested to participate in our publishing endeavour, please submit one page abstract of your chapter with title, authors name and their affiliation along with the contributing authors biodata on or before by 25, March 2018 to pandikumaran@gmail.com

The deadline for the submission of complete book chapter is 05 July 2018.

The length of book chapter should have 25 - 35 page length having maximum 8-12 figures, tables and illustrations all together, if any. The entire book chapter will be published after peer-review. We look forward to establish cooperation with you shortly.

You are also requested to suggest the name of some other suitable and interested person’s name to join us in this Book or forward this mail to them. If you have any queries about this special issue or about the publishers, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Best wishes!

Regards

A.Pandikumar

Dr. A. Pandikumar,

Scientist

CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute

Karaikudi-630003, Tamil Nadu, India

Mobile: +91-9994228483

E-mail: pandikumaran@gmail.com

Contribute Book Chapter(s) in Elsevier on Intelligent Nanomaterials for Drug Delivery Applications

2018-03-12T15:08:23.000Z

Dear Esteemed Faculties/Researchers/ Scientists,

We are pleased to invite you to submit a book chapter for upcoming book entitled “Intelligent Nanomaterials for Drug Delivery Applications”[Editors: Dr. Nabeel Ahmad and Dr. P. Gopinath], which will be published in Elsevier INC. Publishing Pennsylvania.

We are expecting to cover the following points in the book: Literature review, recent updation in research, future prospects & challenges.

Topics includes:

Introduction to Active Smart and Intelligent Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications
pH sensitive nanomaterials for smart release of drugs
Smart nanomaterials for hyperthermia therapy Tumor Targeted nanomaterials
Targeting nanomaterials to particular organ
Biocompatibility and Functionalization of Nanomaterials
Biomaterial and Nanomedical based Devices
Diagnostic applications of fluorescent nanomaterials
Nanomaterials in dentistry
Non-invasive / minimally invasive nano-diagnostics
Nanopharmacology
Translational nanomedicine: Lab to Clinic
Nanotoxicology and its Remediation

The deadline for the submission of complete book chapter is 30^th September 2018.

The length of book chapter should have 30 - 40 page length having maximum 8-12 figures, tables and illustrations etc.

There is no page charge for the publication of the book chapter therefore all the acceptance is strictly based on the merit and quality of the manuscript. If you are interested to participate, please submit one page abstract of your chapter with title, authors name and their affiliation by 30^th April 2018 to nabeel.biotech@gmail.com and make a CC to genegopi@gmail.com.

We are looking forward to hearing from you soon and it will be our pleasure to work with you in this exciting project.

Kindly confirm your contribution.

Waiting for your kind response.

With best regards,

Editors: Dr. Nabeel Ahmad, Dr. P. Gopinath

10nm pattern generation using thermal scanning probe lithography enabled by simplified materials and processes

2018-02-27T09:53:53.000Z

Thermal scanning probe lithography (tSPL) has been used to create patterns with sub-20 nm half pitch resolution. Pattern generation uses a thermally sensitive resist and spin coatable hard mask materials to transfer the resist patterns. Spin coatable materials permit users of tSPL to reduce time and cost of the patterning process.

NanoFrazor lithography
Thermal scanning probe lithography (tSPL), also termed NanoFrazor lithography, is based on heated atomic force microscope (AFM) tips to create lithographic patterns by locally evaporating a thermally sensitive resist. This process enables the fabrication of precise 3D patterns and high-resolution structures without the use of charged particles, such as electrons, which have been implicated in substrate damage. Moreover, AFM imaging is exploited for in-situ inspection of the substrate surface before patterning and of the lithographic structures written into the substrate. The immediate visual feedback of the patterning success allows fast turnaround processing which is further enhanced by the absence of proximity effects. tSPL has been pioneered at IBM Research – Zurich over the past ten years and in 2012 an independent company SwissLitho AG was founded to commercialize the technology. A huge number of applications to solve real world nano-physics problems have emerged since then.
Hard-mask pattern transfer
High resolution lithography requires the use of thin (typically 10 nm or even less) resist layers which limits the depth of the tSPL written patterns. For real world applications the depth of these shallow resist patterns needs to be amplified at the device level. A two-step etch-transfer process involving an extremely thin inorganic hard-mask layer and a thicker organic resist mask has been developed for the transfer of high resolution tSPL resist patterns. In a first step the shallow tSPL lithographic pattern is transferred into the inorganic hard-mask by means of reactive ion etching (RIE). SiO2 rich inorganic hard masks with a thickness of only 2-3 nm have been found to be ideal for this process yielding high resolution and low line edge roughness patterns. The thin hard-mask layer is sufficient for the subsequent RIE transfer into the second much thicker organic mask layer. A wide range of carbon based resists compatible with typical industry processes including metal lift-off can be used for the organic mask.
Fabrication of the extremely thin SiO2 rich hard-mask layer in a uniform and pin-hole free manner is absolutely crucial for the whole transfer process to be successful at sub-20 nm half-pitch resolution. The deposition of such thin films of sufficient quality by means of established methods like sputtering or evaporation has been rather challenging. SwissLitho and PiBond have jointly developed a Si hard mask and a process to solve exactly this problem in a user-friendly way that requires only a simple spin coater for the reliable fabrication of the thin inorganic hard mask layer.
Felix Holzner, CEO of SwissLitho, says: “The Si hard mask developed by PiBond is an extremely important step forward, significantly simplifying the hard-mask pattern transfer scheme for our customers.”
About SwissLitho
SwissLitho develops, manufactures and sells innovative tools, termed NanoFrazor, for direct write nano-lithography. The principle of operation is based on heated cantilevers and thermally responsive resists. The innovative patterning process enables the fabrication of complex 3D nanostructures with unmatched precision and high density lithography down to sub-10 nm half-pitch resolution. Wet development and vacuum is not needed for this direct write process and samples are not exposed to high-energy electron beams. This novel technology enables easy rapid-prototyping of high-quality nanostructures also on delicate samples for a broad range of nanotechnology applications. The flag ship product “NanoFrazor Explore” was successfully introduced to the market in 2014. In 2017 a table-top entry-level tool “NanoFrazor Scholar” was added to the product portfolio. In addition, SwissLitho continuously develops unique processing know-how to support customers in their applications that often go beyond what is possible by means of conventional nanolithography approaches.
About PiBond
PiBond is a leader in the development and production of advanced liquid spin-on materials based on organosilicon and metal oxide chemistries. PiBond has a proven track record of materials innovation and manufacturing for the semiconductor industry. PiBond’s technology and state-of-the-art production plant, and products are key contributors in the production of the latest ultra-high resolution semiconductor devices used in mobile devices, electric vehicles and wearables. PiBond provides products globally with a proven and audited track record, meeting the standards for reliability and high quality demanded by the semiconductor industry.

PiBond Oy
Kutojantie 2B, 02630 Espoo, Finland
info@pibond.com – www.pibond.com

SwissLitho AG
Technoparkstrasse 1, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland
sales@swisslitho.com – www.swisslitho.com

N10nm pattern generation using thermal scanning probe lithography enabled by simplified materials and processes

2018-02-26T09:22:51.000Z

http://ins-news.com/en/100/930/2533/N10nm-pattern-generation-using-thermal-scanning-probe-lithography-enabled-by-simplified-materials-and-processes.htm

N10nm pattern generation using thermal scanning probe lithography enabled by simplified materials and processes
Thermal scanning probe lithography (tSPL) has been used to create patterns with sub-20 nm half pitch resolution. Pattern generation uses a thermally sensitive resist and spin coatable hard mask materials to transfer the resist patterns. Spin coatable materials permit users of tSPL to reduce time and cost of the patterning process.

Call for Book Chapters-Wiley Book

2018-02-22T05:07:24.000Z

Dear Authors,

I am pleased to invite you to submit a book chapter for upcoming book “Nanostructured Functional Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage” which will be published in Wiley Publishers. The book covers recent advancements in the materials sciences and their potential applications in photocatalytic and photoelectrocatalytic process in Supercapacitors, Battery, Fuel Cells, Oxygen Evolution Reaction (OER), Hydrogen Evolution Reaction (HER), Oxygen Reduction Reaction (ORR), Methanol Oxidation Reaction (MOR), solar cells, photocatalytic/photoelectrocatalytic water splitting and CO₂ Conversion …etc. The proposed book will be composed with expending field of Energy Conversion and Storage, a wide span of technological breakthrough, opportunities, possibilities and compile challenges. The adopted subject enables hugely impact on solving near future energy demands and storage.

The deadline for the submission of complete book chapter is 30th May 2018.

Best wishes!

Regards

A.Pandikumar

Dr. A. Pandikumar,

Scientist

CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute

Karaikudi-630003, Tamil Nadu, India

Investigation of carbon coating approach on electrochemical performance of Li4Ti5O12/C composite anodes for high-rate lithium-ion batteries

2018-02-09T20:26:12.000Z

Periyathambi Dhaiveegan, Hao-Ting Peng, Monika Michalska, Yaoming Xiao, Jeng-Yu Lin, Chien-Kuo Hsieh

Investigation of carbon coating approach on electrochemical performance of Li₄Ti₅O₁₂/C composite anodes for high-rate lithium-ion batteries

Abstract:

Submicron-sized Li₄Ti₅O₁₂/C (LTO/C) composites were successfully synthesized by using one-step and two-step route, in which sucrose was used as carbon precursor, and employed as anode materials for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). The structure, surface morphology, and chemical compositions were characterized by X-ray diffraction, Raman spectroscopy, scanning, and transmission electron microscopy techniques. The electrochemical properties of the carbon-coated samples were examined by using the charge/discharge tests, cyclic voltammetry, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. It was found that the LTO/C synthesized by one-step method (designated as LTO/C-O) possessed smaller LTO/C particle size, more cohesive particle distribution, and more uniform conductive carbon layer on LTO surface compared with that synthesized by two-step method (LTO/C-T). As a result, the LTO/C-O electrode illustrated a high discharge capacity of 173.6 mAh g⁻¹ at a charge/discharge rate of 0.1 C. Moreover, the discharge capacity retention of the LTO/C-O electrode can effectively deliver to 95.9, 90.9, 87.9, and 80.9%, whereas the LTO/C-T electrode exhibited 94.0, 79.9, 68.0, and 50.1% at 1, 5, 10, and 20 C, respectively. Therefore, the LTO/C-O can be considered as one of the promising anode materials for high-rate LIBs.

Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry (2018) https://doi.org/10.1007/s10008-018-3886-2

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2018-02-06T17:14:21.000Z

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Temperature-dependent thermal and thermoelectric properties of n-type and p-type Sc1−xMgxN

2018-02-05T22:30:00.000Z

emperature-dependent thermal and thermoelectric properties of $n$ -type and $p$ -type $S c_{1 - x} M g_{x} N$

Bivas Saha, Jaime Andres Perez-Taborda, Je-Hyeong Bahk, Yee Rui Koh, Ali Shakouri, Marisol Martin-Gonzalez, and Timothy D. Sands

Phys. Rev. B 97, 085301 – Published 1 February 2018

Graphene: from synthesis to engineering to biosensor applications

2018-01-30T16:44:08.000Z

Graphene: from synthesis to engineering to biosensor applications

Call for Book Chapters-Wiley Book

2018-01-30T07:40:22.000Z

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2018-01-29T16:52:57.000Z

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2018-01-19T13:30:00.000Z

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2018-01-03T18:47:25.000Z

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Applications are invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) sponsored project titled “Design of Bifunctional Electro-catalysts for metal air batteries”.

Eligibility:M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Material Science/ Nanoscience and Technology or equivalent or, M. Tech. in Materials Science/Nanotechnology/Engineering chemistry or equivalent with minimum of 60% marks. Candidates with experience in electrochemistry, preferably heterogeneous electrocatalysis (e.g. OER, ORR) will be preferred.

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Temperature-dependent thermal and thermoelectric properties of n-type and p-type Sc1−xMgxN

emperature-dependent thermal and thermoelectric properties of n-type and p-type Sc1−xMgxN

Bivas Saha, Jaime Andres Perez-Taborda, Je-Hyeong Bahk, Yee Rui Koh, Ali Shakouri, Marisol Martin-Gonzalez, and Timothy D. Sands

Phys. Rev. B 97, 085301 – Published 1 February 2018

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Open position: Postdoc Research Position Available at the Nanobioelectronics Laboratory (Ben-Gurion University of the Negev)

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emperature-dependent thermal and thermoelectric properties of $n$ -type and $p$ -type $S c_{1 - x} M g_{x} N$