Nanotechnologies play a critical role in enabling breakthroughs across health, energy, materials, and electronics. In Phase 4, this area continues to leverage the strong scientific foundations established between Portugal and UT Austin.
The focus is on translating fundamental research into technologies with tangible societal and economic impact.
Scope in Phase 4
This area will support collaborative research and advanced training at the interface of materials science, nanoengineering, and applied technologies, strengthening international competitiveness and innovation capacity.
What this area covers
- Nanomaterials and functional surfaces
- Nanoelectronics and photonics
- Materials for health and energy applications
- Advanced fabrication and characterization techniques
- Translational nanotechnology research
Activities under this area will be progressively launched throughout Phase 4.
