LAB14 joins the MIT.nano Consortium
The advanced manufacturing group becomes a member and will contribute equipment to MIT.nano.
LAB14 has joined the MIT.nano Consortium, strengthening its collaboration with leading institutions in micro- and nanotechnology research.
As part of this engagement, the group will contribute advanced equipment to MIT.nano and expand its cooperation with the facility’s research community.
By joining the MIT.nano Consortium, LAB14 strengthens its direct interaction with researchers working on nanoscale technologies. The consortium provides a structured framework for academia-industry collaboration and offers access to MIT.nano’s shared cleanroom and characterization facilities.
“Joining the MIT.nano Consortium marks a significant milestone for LAB14 and our companies,” says Martin Wynaendts van Resandt, CEO of LAB14. “This participation allows our network to collaborate directly with world-leading researchers, accelerating innovation in micro- and nanotechnology.”
Equipment Contributions by LAB14
LAB14 will install two systems at MIT.nano within the coming year:
VPG 300 DI Maskless Stepper
The VPG 300 DI from Heidelberg Instruments will be installed in the MIT.nano cleanroom. The system enables:
- direct-write lithography with feature sizes below 500 nanometers
- high-resolution patterning comparable to i-line lithography
- advanced multi-layer alignment and mix-and-match workflows
The tool supports research requiring precise micro- and nanoscale structuring and provides a link between laser direct writing and electron-beam lithography.
EnviroMETROS XPS/HAXPES System
The EnviroMETROS system by SPECSGROUP will expand MIT.nano’s Characterization.nano instrument suite. Its functions include:
- nondestructive depth profiling using multiple X-ray energies
- determination of thin-film thicknesses and chemical compositions with high precision
- analysis under a wide pressure range to assess material behavior in realistic environments
These capabilities support research involving thin-film materials, surface chemistry, and in-operando studies.
Collaboration with the MIT.nano Community
The membership in the MIT.nano Consortium allows LAB14 and its companies to engage with MIT researchers on topics related to lithography, patterning, metrology, and material analysis. The partnership aims to support research-driven innovation and accelerate the development of advanced manufacturing solutions.
By contributing equipment and expertise, LAB14 strengthens its role in supporting cutting‑edge nanoscale research at MIT.nano. The collaboration underscores the group’s commitment to advancing micro‑ and nanofabrication technologies and to enabling researchers to address complex challenges in materials science and semiconductor processing.
