Safely, Sustainably Fabricate Nanopores in Membranes
Safely, Sustainably Fabricate Nanopores in Membranes
Versatile and Scalable Methods for Fabricating Solid State Membranes and Nanopores
Tags: Australian National University, Australia, Science & Exploration, Industrial Automation & Manufacturing
ANU has pioneered a novel method for creating and fabricating nanopores in membranes like silicon dioxide and nitride, enhancing biomedical research. This technique, avoiding toxic hydrofluoric acid, allows precise control over nanopore characteristics, making it scalable and safer for industrial use. The technology's tunability supports applications in DNA sequencing, bio-sensing, and nanofluidic devices. Offering significant safety and versatility advantages, ANU seeks partners to further refine this technology for commercial manufacturing processes, highlighting its readiness for practical application and integration.
IP Type or Form Factor: Patent Pending; Process & Method; Material
TRL: 5 - prototype ready for testing in intended environment
Industry or Tech Area: Nanotechnology; Sustainable Raw Materials
