Welcome to NUFAB
NUFAB Cleanroom is in Business!
Follow the registration procedure if you are interested in using NUFAB. Send any questions or comments to nufab@northwestern.edu.
What is NUFAB?
NUFAB is an advanced micro/nano fabrication research facility at Northwestern University. It provides resources for research in MEMs/NEMs, nano-bio, nano/microelectronics, and other related and interdisciplinary areas to Northwestern University community and outside researchers.
NUFAB currently resides in EG20-NG32 Technological Institute and has all new research equipment. Please check the equipment list on this site.
In 2012, it will relocate to a new clean room facility at FG infill that is under construction. Many more new research tools will be added at that time.
Register to use NUFAB
- Submit an application
- Take the NUFAB Safety & Protocol Training and pass the test. Register for this training in FOM after opening your account.
- Take Laboratory Safety and PPE Training & Hazardous Waste management Training. Register by sending an email to safety-training@northwestern.edu
A Project Meeting with the technical staff is recommended if you are new to NUFAB (before going through the above process) and it is free of charge. Technical staff can answer your questions about the capabilities of each piece of equipment and suggest effective ways of accomplishing your project.

