Your R&D and Production Partner
We prototype your MEMS and microfluidic devices with exceptional rigor. We understand that transforming a design into a production-ready device requires multiple iterations of redesign, adaptation, and optimization. When you work with us, you gain more than skilled hands—you gain years of experience, expertise, and heart in ensuring your project's success.
About Academic Fab
Academic Fab is a trusted scientific device fabrication service provider dedicated to transforming innovative concepts into production-ready devices. With state-of-the-art cleanroom facilities and decades of combined expertise, we serve researchers, startups, and enterprises worldwide.
Our Services
Comprehensive MEMS fabrication solutions tailored to your specific needs and technical requirements.
Silicon MEMS
Use MEMS technology to create silicon features for biomedical, microelectronics, quantum and photonics applications.
Microfluidics
Design and fabricate microfluidic devices for lab-on-a-chip systems, diagnostic tools, and chemical analysis platforms.
3D Printing
Provide multiple of cutting-edge additive manufacturing and reverse engineering technologies, with the capabilities to print in a wide array of plastic, powder, and metal materials.
Our Capabilities
Leveraging Northwestern NUANCE Center's world-class facilities, we provide comprehensive micro/nanofabrication and characterization services.
Micro/Nano Fabrication
- •Photolithography & E-Beam Lithography
- •Thin Film Deposition (PVD, CVD)
- •Dry & Wet Etching
- •Thermal Processing & Furnaces
- •Device Packaging
Electron Microscopy
- •Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
- •Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
- •Focused Ion Beam (FIB)
- •Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS)
- •Sample Preparation
Scanning Probe & Mechanical
- •Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
- •Nanoindentation Testing
- •Raman Spectroscopy with TERS
- •FTIR Microscopy
- •Tribological Analysis
Optical Characterization
- •3D Optical Profilometry
- •Surface Roughness Analysis
- •Particle Size Distribution
- •Contact Angle Measurement
- •Optical Microscopy
Cryo-Electron Microscopy
- •Cryo-TEM Imaging
- •Cryo-STEM with EDS
- •Vitrification Sample Prep
- •High-Pressure Freezing
- •Biological Sample Analysis
Advanced Analysis
- •X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
- •X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy
- •Auger Electron Spectroscopy
- •Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry
- •Ellipsometry & Thin Film Analysis
Client Testimonials
Trusted by researchers, startups, and enterprises worldwide for precision MEMS fabrication.
Academic Fab delivered exceptional results on our microfluidic chip project. Their attention to detail and expertise in nanofabrication exceeded our expectations. The turnaround time was impressive, and the quality was outstanding.
Dr. Chen
University Professor
Working with Academic Fab has been transformative for our startup. Their technical consultation helped us refine our design, and the fabrication quality enabled us to secure Series A funding. Highly recommended for any MEMS project.
Ms. Park
CTO, Biotech Startup
The team at Academic Fab combines deep technical knowledge with practical problem-solving. They helped us navigate complex fabrication challenges and delivered devices that met our stringent specifications. A true partner in innovation.
Dr. Johnson
R&D Director, Medical Device Company
Featured Projects
Explore some of our recent MEMS and microfluidic fabrication projects showcasing precision engineering and innovative solutions.
Controlled release drug delivery chip
featuring nanochannel, microchannel, electrodes berried in between Pyrex and silicon layer.
Drug delivery chip
made of precision-fabricated microfluidic channels with herringbone transfer patterns for enhanced drug molecule diffusion.
Ciliated Micropillar Arrays
High-aspect-ratio micropillar structures with nanoscale surface features for biomedical applications.
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