26 Cross-Disciplinary Equipment Acquisition: • The NanoScribe Quantum X-Shape, a 3D printer with submicron resolution, has been acquired to facilitate the creation of structures for biodevices and optical/photonic devices. Its applications span a wide spectrum, from Prof. Mandel’s biodevices to TeraMount’s photo-electronic devices and is even used by start-ups like Quantum Source Labs and Spectralis. • The 4PICO, a lithographic-laser printer with submicron resolution, bridges the gap between micron and sub-micron scales, enabling the development of potential devices like high-resolution gratings. • The CellONE, a pL resolution cell printer for singlecell printing and sorting, bolsters the capabilities of the fabrication group. Empowering Project Leaders: Doctoral and student researchers have been trained and integrated as project leaders. These project leaders underwent interdisciplinary training, expanding their skill sets beyond their academic backgrounds to amplify the scope of their contributions. Noteworthy contributors include: Erel Lasnoy, who transitioned from D3 printing in Prof. Mandel’s lab to overseeing the NanoScribe; Dr. Madina Telkhozhayeva, leading projects in submicron measuring devices for KLA. Dr. Lev Brio, who has harnessed 3D printing expertise for the biofield and currently heads CellONE. As BINA steps into the future, a tantalizing prospect emerges for 2024. “I envision the addition of our new 3D printer as capable of producing conductive materials,” Abulafia enthuses. “This ambitious step would not only augment the bio/photonics integration enabled by NanoScribe but also pave the way for bio/electronics integration.” The aim, he says, is to consolidate all these endeavors under a single roof—the 3D printing center at the Nanotechnologies Institute in Bar-Ilan. This unified hub would also serve as an accelerator for biorelated start-up companies, a concept validated by the success of previous collaborations like ORYX, Spectralis, and SolarEdge. Beyond equipment utilization, such partnerships offer students opportunities for hands-on experience, enhance the center’s allure for prospective scholars, and contribute to refining production processes. “We are actively seeking to engage industrial partners, particularly start-ups focused on bio-related innovations, to join the nano center and embark on a journey of collaborative advancement,” Dr. Abulafia emphasizes. As the journey continues, it’s clear that technology and collaboration will shape the future of nanofabrication at Bar-Ilan University. Innovation thrives through partnerships, shared insights, and a strong commitment to progress. “We are actively seeking to engage industrial partners, particularly start-ups focused on bio-related innovations, to join the nano center and embark on a journey of collaborative advancement”
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