The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) is a global leader in discovering and developing smart and functional materials, connected devices, next generation energy systems, and therapeutics and theranostics. These discoveries by our scientists and engineers are fundamentally changing our world and helping solve some of humanity's most pressing issues. Our 285, 000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility meets the highest scientific standards for the control of vibration, electromagnetic radiation, temperature, and humidity, making it a global centre of excellence for nanotechnology and its applications.
Why is nanotechnology important? It is about creating new materials and improving ways of manufacturing products. To be more efficient, better, stronger and cheaper. Also improving the economy, environment and society. To achieve societal impact and a sustainable future, WIN has now mapped its thematic areas with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Events
Workshop on NanoTech-Enabled Green and Sustainable Energy Technologies (N-TegSet)
The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) and the International Association for Green Energy are pleased to present a workshop on NanoTech-Enabled Green and Sustainable Energy Technologies (N-TegSet). This event will take place from July 21 to 22, 2025, at Mike and Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Centre.
WIN Distinguished Lecture with Prof. Orlando Rojas
The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) is pleased to present a Distinguished Lecture by Prof. Orlando Rojas, Departments of Chemical & Biological Engineering | Chemistry | Wood Science, The University of British Columbia.
Please join us on Thursday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m. to hear Professor Rojas's lecture titled "The Role of Bio-Based Colloids in Gelation Technologies and Green Interfaces."
WIN Distinguished Lecture with Prof. Hideo Ohno
The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) is pleased to present a Distinguished Lecture by Prof. Hideo Ohno, Special Honorary Professor and former President of Tohoku University , Sendai, Japan.
Please join us on Thursday, October 23 at 11:00 a.m. to hear Professor Ohno's lecture titled "Spintronics at the Nanoscale: Enabling Green Information Processing."