We are a team comprised of material scientists, chemical engineers, and electronic engineers, collectively bringing over 15 years of experience in thin film deposition technology. Our expertise is focused on commercializing this technique to make thin films processing more efficient and less energy intensive.
NanoPrint Innovations was founded by the CEO, Zhuotong Sun, during his time as a PhD student funded by Prof. Driscoll’s Chair in Emerging Technologies Grant from the Royal Academy of Engineering.
Dr. Huimin earned her PhD from Uppsala University’s Department of Chemistry, where her research (2015-2019) focused on pioneering lead-free, perovskite-inspired metal halide-based solar cells. Following her doctorate, she conducted postdoctoral research at ICFO in Spain (2020-2021), specializing in tin-based perovskite solar cells. Dr. Huimin was awarded the E4F postdoctoral fellowship, which enabled her to continue her work at the University of Strathclyde in the Department of Physics, and as a visiting researcher in the Department of Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Oxford (2022-2024). Her research during this period centered on developing lead-free silver bismuth iodide-based materials for indoor photovoltaic applications.
In 2024, Dr. Huimin joined NanoPrint Innovations in Cambridge as a Materials Scientist, where she continues her research on advanced semiconductor thin films, with a particular focus on atmospheric pressure chemical vapor deposition (APCVD) techniques and p-i-n structured perovskite solar cells.
Beyond her academic and professional pursuits, Dr. Huimin is passionate about outdoor exploration, enjoys natural landscapes, and takes a keen interest in discovering novel experiences. An avid sports enthusiast, she enjoys weightlifting, badminton, and table tennis. Her additional interests include music and criminal psychology.
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Ideal location for conducting R&D in film material characterization with access to other amazing facilities such as Workshops and Analytical Tools available at West Cambridge Site.
NanoPrint has access to the workshop in the Mott Building, where startups experience facilities usage akin to having in-house access. This arrangement facilitates the swift design and production of essential components for prototyping.
NanoPrint has access to Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and X-ray Diffraction (XRD) analytical equipment within the University of Cambridge's Materials Department. This access enables us to analyze and characterize the films deposited by our machines, ensuring uniformity and quality of the films.
The Maxwell Centre is conveniently situated adjacent to the Cavendish Technical Service Workshop, located within the Bragg building. This proximity allows for the easy outsourcing of complex manufacturing tasks, which may be challenging for non-professionals, to the Cavendish Technical Service. The workshop is fully equipped with CNC mills, lathes, and wire-cut EDM, facilitating the design and production of parts with ease through their services.
NanoPrint benefits from access to state-of-the-art clean rooms within the Electrical Engineering Department, ranging from Class 10,000 to Class 100, along with a variety of electrical characterization and device fabrication tools. These fabrication tools include advanced sputtering systems for thin film and electrode deposition and electron beam (e-beam) lithography
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