Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) Day

Friday, May 1, 2026 8:30 am - 3:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)
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The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) cordially invites you to attend WIN Day on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM in QNC 0101.

Registration will commence at 8:30 AM. Register now to secure your place.

This esteemed event will provide an exceptional opportunity to:

  • Explore cutting-edge research in nanotechnology through the presentation by the 2025 WIN Rising Star Award Winner.
  • Engage and network with the WIN research community across various disciplines, including academia, industry, and government, through diverse activities.
  • Celebrate the accomplishments of our distinguished community.

Event Highlights

  • WIN Annual General Meeting
  • Presentation by the 2025 WIN Rising Star Award Winner, Prof.Yanwei Lum, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore
  • WIN Research Leader Awards
  • Nanofellowship Awards and Poster Session

Schedule of Events

(More details will be provided closer to the event)

  • 8:30 AM: Registration
  • 9:00 AM: Opening Remarks
    • 2025 WIN Rising Star Award Winner Talk by Prof.Yanwei Lum, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore
    • Presentations from WIN Team and Community Members (WIN Annual General Meeting)
    • Awards Ceremony: Recognizing the 2025 WIN Rising Star Award, 2025 WIN Research Leader Awards, and 2025 Nanofellowship Winners
  • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Networking Luncheon and Poster Session
  • 3:00 PM: Event Concludes

Who Should Attend

  • WIN Faculty and Community: Professors, researchers, staff, and students affiliated with the WIN, recipients of funding and scholarships from WIN
  • Partners and Industry Professionals: Collaborators, stakeholders, and company representatives involved in nanotechnology projects.
  • Researchers and Academics: Individuals in nanotechnology research or related fields.
  • Government Officials: Policy makers and representatives interested in nanotechnology's impact.
  • Students: Undergraduate and graduate students studying nanotechnology or related disciplines.
  • General Public: Anyone interested in nanotechnology and its applications.

We encourage you not to miss this prestigious annual event hosted by WIN, offering a unique opportunity to engage with leading experts in the field of nanotechnology. 

If you have any questions, please email us at win-office@uwaterloo.ca.