Development of new methodology for three-dimensional (3D) nano-printing of functional materials based on scanning probe microscopy (SPM) techniques. * 3D nano-printing based on photoinitiated polymerization reactions * 3D nano-printing based on scanning probe lithography in conjunction with layer-by-layer deposition * Structural and mechanical property characterization of the fabricated functional material 3D patterns by AFM SEM XRD and TEM. * High-resolution structural and mechanical characterization of bio-degradable hydrogel 3D nanostructures by AFM SEM Con-focal optical microscope and TEM. * Maintenance of two commercial AFMs and SEM in the lab and provided training for new users. Nano-fabrication of carbon nanotube (CNT) modified AFM probes. Developed a protocol for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) achieving reinforcement on the contact point between the CNT and the apex of the AFM probes. * Optimize the recipe for CNT alignment with a pulsed electric current sintering (PECS) system aligning the CNTs in a desired angle with a success rate of over 95%. * Established standard protocols for product failure analysis and evaluated and optimized manufacture protocols documented the SOPs for the optimized protocols. * Coordinate with the application and marketing teams' execution of equipment demonstrations and sample imaging. * Maintenance of five microscopes in the facility including two SEMs two AFMs and one optical microscope provided training for new users.

Highlights:

• Fabrication
• Imaging
• lithography
• Etching
• Failure Analysis
• Protocol
• Research
• Synchronous Transport Module (STM)