Provides an advanced research environment conducive to research excellence and innovation for developing new products ideas, innovative manufacturing systems paradigms, processes and tools.
Optical characterization of micro and nano-scale systems, in particular silicon-based devices, for applications in telecommuncations, bio-sensing, sustainable and renewable energy.
Industrial bioprocesses, fermentation, anaerobic digestion, environmental technologies, characterization and functionalization of nanoparticles, gas and air filtration, separation and purification, electrochemistry, membrane technologies
Applied research and development for ocean technology, including advanced manufacturing and on-water testing of sensors, acoustics, electronics, energy, vessels and underwater vehicles.