The Center for Nanoscale Materials
The Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM) at Argonne is a DOE Office of Science user facility providing researchers from across the globe with world-class expertise and instrumentation for multidisciplinary nanoscience and nanotechnology research.
Academic, industrial and international researchers can access CNM through our user program for both nonproprietary and proprietary research. Access is provided at no cost to users for research that is in the public domain and intended for publication.
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Research Highlights
Symmetry control of photoexcited quantum dots
In a study published in Advanced Materials, researchers restore symmetry to PbS quantum dots at ultrafast timescales, a key requirement for emerging quantum, solar and photonic systems.
Effective and durable catalysts using abundant materials for hydrogen production
In a study published in ACS Applied Nano Materials, researchers report a novel method to synthesize hybrid 2D FeS/FeS2 nanostructures, a promising low-cost catalyst for next-generation hydrogen production.
Enabling preparation of previously inaccessible semiconductor nanocrystals
In a Science paper, researchers report synthesizing III-V semiconductor nanocrystals with possible applications in displays, lasers, photodetectors, and more.
Meet Our Leaders
Gary P. Wiederrecht
Interim Division Director
Jeffrey R. Guest
Group Leader - Nanoscale Synthesis And Characterization
Martin V. Holt
Group Leader - Electron and X-ray Microscopy
Constance R. Pfeiffer
User Program Manager
Subramanian Sankaranarayanan
Group Leader - Theory and Modeling Group
Richard D. Schaller
Group Leader - Nanophotonics & Biofunctional Structures
Anirudha V. Sumant
Group Leader - Nanofabrication and Devices
