Micronova
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Micronova is part of OtaNano - Finland's national research infrastructure for micro- and nanotechnology, jointly run by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Aalto University. Research in Micronova focuses on micro and nanotechnology, material and device physics, and optics.
Micronova is an open research environment and we welcome companies to use the facilities and the combined expertise of Aalto and VTT in the area of micro and nanotechnology. We can offer dedicated laboratories and office space.
As a National Research Infrastructure Micronova provides open access to the cleanrooms to all. Scientists from the University of Helsinki, University of Turku and University of Jyväskylä have used our facilities, as have those from several companies.
Micronova - part of OtaNano
Micoronova is a part of OtaNano, which offers facilities in micro- and nanofabrication, nanomicroscopy, low-temperature measurements, and quantum engineering.
Some of Aalto Research Groups at Micronova
Electron Physics
Professor Hele Savin
Micro and Quantum Systems
Professor Ilkka Tittonen
Optoelectronics
Professor Markku Sopanen
Photonics
Professor Zhipei Sun
Optics and Photonics
The research of the Optics and Photonics group covers a range of topics of modern optics and photonics, encompassing various aspects of light-matter interaction, optical coherence and polarization, development of methods to manipulate light with nano- and micro-structures, design and construction of novel light sources, optical metamaterials and optical imaging.
Quantum Computing and Devices (QCD)
We have a major effort on experimental low-temperature physics, but we also carry out computational and theoretical work down to fundamental quantum mechanics.
Pico - Quantum Phenomena and Devices
We investigate mesoscopic physics and its sensor applications. The main focus is on charge transport and thermal properties of metallic, superconducting and hybrid nanostructures.
Events
Events programme – Designs for a Cooler Planet 2025
Attend open seminars, talks, tours, film screenings and workshops.
Challenges and solutions - Chiofalo & Propp - Making Waves || PHYSics Diversity Team
How can we create a truly inclusive and supportive environment in physics and science? Join us for a morning of open discussions over breakfast, featuring prof. Marilù Chiofalo and Dr. Tzula Propp, who will share perspectives on gender, diversity, mentorship, and building resilient communities in quantum science.
Marsio Presents, 5 September 2025: Creative Teaching with Media & AI
Explore media & AI in teaching at Marsio: Keynote by Jani Romanoff, talks by Aalto University educators, and studio exploration.
Public defence in Automation, Systems and Control Engineering, M.Sc.(Tech.) Andrei Sandru
Sea-ice field analysis in polar regions for smart ships (title of the thesis)Where to find us
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