The Center for Nanotechnologies and Nanomaterials (ZNN) is a shared nanofabrication facility of the Walter Schottky Institute of TUM. Students, researchers, and scholars from the greater scientific Munich area have access to state-of-the-art nanolithography and nanoanalytical instruments for building nanoscale electronic, optoelectronic, spintronic, and photonic devices.

The methodologies comprise standard optical lithography, as well as electron beam-, focused-ion-beam-, and helium-ion-beam lithography, and they include scanning probe techniques as well as deposition and etching methods. These advanced techniques enable the precise manipulation of materials at the atomic and molecular levels, allowing for the creation of intricate patterns and structures with unprecedented accuracy.

The provided nanofabrication is essential for producing tiny components found in modern electronics and optics, but they are equally essential for fundamental research. Experiments on the nanoscale help to understand fundamental physical and chemical processes based on e.g. single photons, electrons, and molecules. The explored and designed nanomaterials are being used to create more efficient solar panels, improve battery performance, and develop new methods e.g. for information technologies.

At our institute, we are at the forefront of nanofabrication research, working to unlock the full potential of this exciting field. By exploring the possibilities at the nanometer scale, we aim to create innovative technical solutions that will benefit society and improve our quality of life.