Welcome to the University of Waterloo QNFCF
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The Quantum-Nano Fabrication and Characterization Facility (QNFCF) is a core scientific research platform operating under the University of Waterloo's Office of Research.
The QNFCF operates ISO 4/5/6 cleanrooms in the Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Centre in addition to multiple satellite labs in the QNC, RAC1 & RAC2 buildings.
Registered Members receive extensive hands-on training & benefit from access to detailed standard operating procedures and baseline nanofabrication processes.
Become a Lab Member
Useful Links
- About the QNFCF (previously Quantum NanoFab)
- Membership eligibility requirements
- Summary of available lab equipment
- Fees & Facility Use Policy
- Getting to the QNFCF
- Mailing list
- Financial assistance: CMC Microsystems
- Access to The Quantum Colaboratory
- Dashboard: equipment status & reservations
- How to transfer files to/from lab equipment
- Badger download link
- Materials to bring
- Process Review Request form
- Equipment Training Request form
- Lab Equipment Trainers
- Hours of operation & equipment user levels
- Software resources
- Credit for publications acknowledging use of shared resources at UW
Special Request
Members benefiting from access to the QNFCF are asked to please acknowledge the significant contributions of our supporters in their publications. Click here for sample text. Thank you.
Green Labs
QNFCF is a proud member of the University of Waterloo's Green Labs program. We strive to develop a sustainable lab space, while maintaining a high quality research environment. For more information on the University's program click here.
Special Thanks
We are deeply indebted to the following people & organizations:
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Mike and Ophelia Lazaridis
- Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
