Quantum-Nano Fabrication and Characterization Facility (QNFCF) | Waterloo Core Research Facilities

The technical focus of the QNFCF is on fabrication and characterization capabilities relevant to quantum and semiconductor device fabrication. The base of operations for the QNFCF is the 8000 ft² ISO 4, 5 and 6 cleanroom facility located on the main floor of the Mike & Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Centre (QNC). Additionally, the QNFCF operates multiple “satellite labs” in the QNC, RAC1 and RAC2 buildings housing advanced fabrication, assembly and microscopy capabilities.

The QNFCF’s large complement of technical staff enable access to over 100 individual pieces of shared infrastructure across multiple lab sites. This infrastructure is used by more than 240 individual lab members per year, who receive staff-driven 1-1 training in equipment operation. Our member community come from more than 80 different groups across academia and industry and hailing from all parts of Canada.

Three people in protective suits inside a lab at the Quantum nano fabrication and characterization facility (QNFCF)

Vision

QNFCF is committed to operating a world-class nanofabrication and characterization facility to professional standards, for the combined benefit of the University of Waterloo's stakeholders, researchers and collaborators.