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68751-01 - Lecture: Introduction to Nano Imaging and Nano Fabrication (2 CP)
| Semester | fall semester 2025 |
| Course frequency | Every fall sem. |
| Lecturers |
Gerard Gadea Diez (gerard.gadea@unibas.ch, Assessor)
Marcus Wyss (marcus.wyss@unibas.ch) |
| Content | -Basics of electron and ion microscopy (SEM, TEM, STEM) -Introduction to analytical electron microscopy, subtractive (FIB) and additive nanolithography techniques (FEBID/FIBID) -Current scientific applications in electron and ion microscopy. -Introduction to microtechnology -State of the art in micro- and nanofabrication technologies |
| Learning objectives | Understanding in electron and ion microscopy Knowledge in analytical, subtractive and nanolithographic techniques Overview of scientific applications in electron and ion microscopy. Know how micro devices (<100 um) are manufactured with proven technology Know how to go beyond microfabrication to obtain nanostructures (<100 nm) Understand the physical principles of micro- and nanofabrication technologies. |
| Bibliography | Peter W. Hawkes, John C. H. Spence, “Springer Handbook of Microscopy” 2019 [Springer Cham] David B. Williams, C. Barry Carter, “Transmission Electron Microscopy - A Textbook for Materials Science” 2009 [Springer US] S. J. Pennycook, P. D. Nellist, “Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy - Imaging and Analysis” 2011 [Springer Science & Business Media] N. Yao, “Focused Ion Beam Systems - Basics and Applications” 2010 [Cambridge University Press] M. Madou, “Fundamentals of Microfabrication and Nanotechnology” (three-volume Set) 2011 [CRC Press] Sami Fransila "Introduction to Microfabrication" 2010 [Wiley] Joydeep Dutta et al. "Fundamentals of Nanotechnology" 2008 [CRC Press] |
| Comments | Series of lectures on recent publications in which electron and ion microscopy and or nanofabrication played an important role. |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Tuesday | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 16.09.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 23.09.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 30.09.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 07.10.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 14.10.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 21.10.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 28.10.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 04.11.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 11.11.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 18.11.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 25.11.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 02.12.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 09.12.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Tuesday 16.12.2025 | 12.15-14.00 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 3.12 |
| Modules |
Electives Bachelor Nanosciences: Recommendations (Bachelor's Studies: Nanosciences) Electives Bachelor Physics (Bachelor's Studies: Physics) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | Writing a short report or give a short presentation on relevant topic. |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | Pass / Fail |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Faculty of Science |