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James Watt Nanofabrication Centre (JWNC)

https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/jwnc/

Contact name:

Martin Weides

Address:

James Watt Nanofabrication Centre James Watt Building,
University Of Glasgow,
University Ave, Glasgow G12 8QQ

Enabling innovation through advanced micro- and nanofabrication

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Research fields:

Quantum device engineering, Superconducting circuits, Nanofabrication processes, Materials science, Photonic integration, Cryogenic engineering, Electronic engineering, Advanced packaging, Process design kits (PDKs), Semiconductor device physics, Photonics, Power electronics

Research interests:

Quantum technologies, Superconducting devices, Nanofabrication, Microfabrication, Advanced materials, Photonics, device physics, Semiconductor processing, Cryogenic systems, Heterogeneous integration

Relevant SRAs

Why do you want to join the DiveIn community?

JWNC is keen to contribute to the DiveIn CDT by supporting interdisciplinary doctoral training at the interface of engineering, materials, and emerging technologies. As a national-scale cleanroom facility, we provide a unique environment where students can access advanced fabrication infrastructure and translate research into practical devices. We are particularly motivated to support a diverse cohort of researchers and to help equip them with both technical skills and an understanding of real-world technology challenges. Through engagement with DiveIn, we aim to strengthen collaborations across disciplines and contribute to training the next generation of innovators in areas such as quantum technologies, photonics, and advanced materials.

Organisation profile

The James Watt Nanofabrication Centre (JWNC) at the University of Glasgow is a leading UK facility for advanced micro- and nanofabrication. The centre operates a ~1200 m² cleanroom with over £35 million of state-of-the-art equipment and supports a wide user base across academia and industry.

JWNC provides comprehensive fabrication capabilities, including lithography, thin-film deposition, etching, and metrology, enabling the development of devices in areas such as quantum technologies, photonics, electronics, and sensing. Through its commercial arm, Kelvin Nanotechnology, JWNC also supports industrial prototyping and small-scale manufacturing. JWNC is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and operates within the University of Glasgow’s established EDI frameworks.

The centre supports an inclusive working environment, contributes to training a diverse community of students and researchers, and actively engages in outreach and skills development initiatives. Participation in the DiveIn CDT aligns strongly with our commitment to widening access and supporting diverse talent in engineering and physical sciences.

We are interested in working with CDTs to address challenges in scalable device fabrication, materials integration, and the translation of emerging technologies into robust platforms. In particular, we seek collaborations in quantum technologies, advanced materials, and photonic systems, where interdisciplinary approaches are essential.

JWNC already operates at the interface of multiple disciplines and is well positioned to support cross-cutting research projects. JWNC can offer postgraduate researchers access to world-class cleanroom facilities, technical expertise, and opportunities for hands-on fabrication experience. We support student placements, co-supervision, and collaborative research projects, and can provide exposure to both academic and industrial environments. Through these activities, we aim to equip students with the skills and experience needed to succeed in both research and technology-driven industries.