Research facilities
AMOLF NanoLab Amsterdam
AMOLF NanoLab Amsterdam is a facility for materials fabrication and characterization down to the nanometer scale. It aims to provide state-of-the art opportunities in nano research, servicing the scientific and engineering community within the greater Amsterdam area.
Introduction
The AMOLF NanoLab Amsterdam is a partner in NanoLabNL, the Dutch national facility for nanotechnology research that provides a full-service and open-access infrastructure for R&D in nanotechnology.
It provides a range of techniques for lithography, deposition, etching, and characterization, and is geared towards the fields of metamaterials, nanophotonics, quantum science and technology, and energy research. It acts as an open facility, with regional users including the University of Amsterdam, VU University Amsterdam, Utrecht University, ARCNL, and a number of industrial partners.
Please contact us by completing the form at the bottom of this page if you are interested in using the facilities for academic or industrial purposes.
Impact of nanotechnology
A grand future with small nanostructures. Nanotechnology impacts many aspects of our lives. The Netherlands is a leading player in this exciting field. Key to safeguard this position is to keep engaging talent and develop our infrastructure network, organized in NanoLabNL. Meet AMOLF Nanolab Amsterdam, member of NanoLabNL.
Equipment information
AMOLF NanoLab Amsterdam includes an ISO class 5 cleanroom with facilities for optical- and electron beam lithography and plasma etching, a facility for thin film deposition, and innovative optical tools for nanofabrication, manipulation and analysis.
Researchers have access to a wide range of fabrication and inspection techniques in cleanroom environments, such as: Electron Beam Lithography, NUV lithography, two-photon lithography, FIB milling/deposition, EBID, reactive ion etching, thin film deposition, rapid thermal annealing, FE-SEM, EDX, Cathode luminescence, AFM, STM, surface profiling, spectroscopic ellipsometry, optical microscopy.
Electron microscopes
Etching
Lithography
Material characterisation
Sample preparation
Thin film deposition
- ALD
- E-Flex
- ICPCVD
- Leica DC sputter coater
- S-Flex
- Smurf
- Spin coater CEE Apogee
- Spin coater POLOS 200i
- Vapour coater
All people working in the AMOLF NanoLab must comply with the following principles:
- AMOLF NanoLab staff provides all trainings in our labs. Only run processes for which you have received training
- If you want to make changes to your fabrication procedure, always discuss this with the NanoLab staff
- Only use materials in the lab for which you have permission. Always ask permission before brining external materials inside
- Always follow the appropriate gowning procedure
Service fees
We use the rates and regulations of NanoLabNL. Different rates may apply for certain equipment.
| Cost item (per hour) | Public user (€) | Private user (€) |
|---|---|---|
| NanoLab tools | 85 | 185 |
| TEM facility | 100 | 200 |
| Operator* | 80 | 160 |
| Training fee | 80 | 80 |
| Precious materials | market value | market value |
- Public rate: Users from public research communities in the Netherlands e.g. NWO-I, Universities etc.
- Private rate: Other users, private parties
* If you are interested in making use of an operator from the AMOLF NanoLab, please contact us at support.nanolab@amolf.nl
Access the NanoLab
The AMOLF NanoLab is an open-access user facility, where users are free to book equipment, make use of available materials and chemicals, and pursue their research goals. The NanoLab staff are available for both on-the-fly questions and assistance, as well as discussions on fabrication/characterization strategy and results. On this page, you can find information on how to gain access.
The basic access workflow is as follows:
- Getting in touch to discuss whether the AMOLF NanoLab fits your needs
- Reading and signing safety material and completing online training
- Submitting an intake form
- Attending an in-person intake with the AMOLF NanoLab team
- Completing equipment training
- Gaining independent access to the lab
At the intake, you will meet the AMOLF NanoLab team in person. We will discuss your project goals, decide on a strategy, and determine the required processes and equipment. After that, we will plan trainings.
Training for clean room tools is the second week of every month. We will send you an invitation for the specific time and day. If you cannot make that time, let us know. You may have to attend the training sessions the month after. We only schedule trainings once you are ready to start your work in the NanoLab.
Once the training is completed, you will be granted rights to book and use the equipment independently.
Meet the NanoLab team
The NanoLab team is available to provide training, technical support and guidance throughout your project.
Contact
Are you interested in working at the AMOLF NanoLab or do you have questions? Please contact us at support.nanolab@amolf.nl.