Professional Certificate in Nanofabrication Overview
Published on June 19, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in nanofabrication and the lead instructor for the new course "Professional Certificate in Nanofabrication Overview." Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about this exciting new program? GUEST: Sure, this course is designed to give engineers and scientists practical skills in nanomanufacturing techniques. It covers cleanroom protocols, lithography, deposition, and etching processes, as well as characterization and metrology for nanoscale devices. HOST: That sounds fascinating. How did you get started in nanofabrication, and what excites you most about this field? GUEST: I was always interested in materials science and semiconductor industries. Nanofabrication is a rapidly evolving field that allows us to build at the atomic level, opening up new possibilities for technology and research. HOST: I can imagine the challenges must be significant when working at such a small scale. Can you share any obstacles you've faced in this field or while teaching this subject? GUEST: Absolutely, working at the nanoscale requires a high degree of precision and control. One challenge is maintaining cleanroom protocols, which are essential for preventing contamination. Another challenge is staying up-to-date with the latest technology and techniques. HOST: Staying current with technology and techniques must be crucial in such a fast-paced field. Can you share any current industry trends that are relevant to this course? GUEST: Certainly, there's a growing interest in the development of flexible and wearable electronic devices, which require advanced nanofabrication techniques. Additionally, there's a push for more sustainable manufacturing processes, which is driving innovation in nanofabrication. HOST: That's really interesting. As we look to the future, where do you see the field of nanofabrication heading? What impact do you think it will have on the semiconductor industries and nanotechnology research? GUEST: I believe nanofabrication will continue to be a key driver of innovation in semiconductor industries, materials science, and nanotechnology research. We can expect to see new materials and devices that are smaller, faster, and more efficient, enabling a wide range of applications from healthcare to telecommunications. HOST: It's clear that this course is at the forefront of a rapidly evolving field with significant potential for impact. Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Smith. We're excited to see where this new program will lead. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm looking forward to sharing my passion for nanofabrication with the next generation of engineers and scientists.
