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 Mike & Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Centre in addition to multiple satellite labs in the Quantum-Nano Centre (QNC) and Research Advancement Center (RAC1 and RAC2) buildings.
Registered Members receive extensive hands-on training & benefit from access to detailed standard operating procedures and baseline nanofabrication processes.
News
New Stensborg R2P Nano Imprint Lithography system installed in QNC Cleanroom
The Quantum-Nano Fabrication and Characterization Facility (QNFCF) is now pleased to offer user training and support for the new Stensborg R2P Nano Imprint Lithography system system in the QNC Cleanroom.
A new nanoscale diamond structure that better collects and controls light
The novel device produces a ‘nanojet’ of light and holds promise to advance scalable quantum technologies
New Angstrom Indium evaporation system installed in RAC1 Cleanroom
The Quantum-Nano Fabrication and Characterization Facility (QNFCF) is now pleased to offer user training and support for the new Angstrom Engineering Indium evaporation system in the RAC1 Cleanroom.
Events
Pfeiffer Vacuum: Vacuum science workshop
Pfeiffer Vacuum will be hosting a full day training workshop on September 29th 2026 in partnership with the QNFCF. Some items from the training agenda include:
- Vacuum Theory & Science
- Vacuum Generation – Rough, High & Ultra-High Vacuum Pumps
- Pump Maintenance
- Materials & Components
- Gas Analysis
- Leak Detection
- Vacuum Best Practices