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|OrganizationName=Center for Functional Nanomaterials | |||
|OrganizationType=Research and Development Agencies | |||
|Mission=The Center for Functional Nanomaterials advances nanomaterial science, offering researchers top tools to create, study, and innovate in energy, health, and tech | |||
|ParentOrganization=Brookhaven National Laboratory | |||
|TopOrganization=Department of Energy | |||
|OrganizationExecutive=Director | |||
|Services=Nanomaterials synthesis; Characterization; Soft materials research; Biological materials study; Electronic materials; Nanophotonics; Theory and computation | |||
|HeadquartersLocation=40.86863, -72.88085 | |||
|HeadquartersAddress=735 Brookhaven Ave, Upton, NY 11973 | |||
|Website=https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/ | |||
}} | |||
The '''Center for Functional Nanomaterials''' ('''CFN''') is a science laboratory specializing in nanoscale research. It is located at the [[Brookhaven National Laboratory]] on Long Island, [[New York (state)|New York]], United States. | The '''Center for Functional Nanomaterials''' ('''CFN''') is a science laboratory specializing in nanoscale research. It is located at the [[Brookhaven National Laboratory]] on Long Island, [[New York (state)|New York]], United States. | ||
The CFN provides capabilities for the fabrication and study of nanoscale materials, with an emphasis on atomic-level tailoring to achieve desired properties and functions. The CFN is a science-based user facility, simultaneously developing scientific programs while offering access to its capabilities and collaboration through an active user program.<ref name="CFN About">{{Cite web |title=Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) |url=https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200925063408/https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/ |archive-date=2020-09-25 |access-date=2020-10-04 |website=[[Brookhaven National Laboratory]]}}</ref> | The CFN provides capabilities for the fabrication and study of nanoscale materials, with an emphasis on atomic-level tailoring to achieve desired properties and functions. The CFN is a science-based user facility, simultaneously developing scientific programs while offering access to its capabilities and collaboration through an active user program.<ref name="CFN About">{{Cite web |title=Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) |url=https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200925063408/https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/ |archive-date=2020-09-25 |access-date=2020-10-04 |website=[[Brookhaven National Laboratory]]}}</ref> | ||
The CFN is operated for and funded by the [[US Department of Energy]]'s Office of Science.<ref name="2020 Plan">{{Cite web |date=November 2019 |title=CFN Five-year Strategic Plan |url=https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/strategicplan/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201004195136/https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/strategicplan/ |archive-date=2020-10-04 |access-date=2020-10-04 |website=[[Brookhaven National Laboratory]]}}</ref> | The CFN is operated for and funded by the [[US Department of Energy]]'s [[Office of Science]].<ref name="2020 Plan">{{Cite web |date=November 2019 |title=CFN Five-year Strategic Plan |url=https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/strategicplan/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201004195136/https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/strategicplan/ |archive-date=2020-10-04 |access-date=2020-10-04 |website=[[Brookhaven National Laboratory]]}}</ref> | ||
{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/}} | |||
==Mission== | |||
The CFN's mission is to foster scientific discovery by offering researchers unique opportunities to explore the synthesis, characterization, and theory of nanomaterials. Its work aims to push the boundaries of nanoscience to address challenges in energy conversion, storage, information technology, and health by studying and manipulating materials at the nanoscale{{cite web |url=https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/about/ |title=About CFN |publisher= Brookhaven National Laboratory |access-date=February 5, 2025}}. | |||
==Parent organization== | |||
The CFN is managed by [https://www.bnl.gov Brookhaven National Laboratory], which is operated by Brookhaven Science Associates for the [https://www.energy.gov U.S. Department of Energy]. This setup ensures that CFN aligns with national priorities in science and technology. | |||
==Legislation== | |||
The CFN was established through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, without specific legislation, as part of the DOE's broader commitment to nanoscale science research. | |||
==Partners== | |||
* Academic institutions for collaborative research | |||
* Industry for technology transfer | |||
* Other DOE national laboratories for integrated research efforts | |||
==Number of employees== | |||
While exact numbers are not publicly specified, CFN employs scientists, engineers, and administrative staff to support its operations. | |||
==Organization structure== | |||
The CFN is organized around: | |||
* **User Program**: Facilitates access for external researchers to CFN's facilities. | |||
* **Research Themes**: Focused on synthesis by assembly, nano-architectures for energy solutions, and in operando studies. | |||
* **Facilities**: Including synthesis, characterization, and computation capabilities. | |||
===Leader=== | |||
CFN is directed by a [Director]. | |||
===Divisions=== | |||
- Materials Synthesis and Nanofabrication | |||
- Proximal Probes and Electron Microscopy | |||
- Advanced Optical Spectroscopy and Microscopy | |||
- Advanced UV and X-ray Probes | |||
- Theory and Computation{{cite web |url=https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/research/ |title=Research |publisher= Brookhaven National Laboratory |access-date=February 5, 2025}} | |||
==List of programs== | |||
* User Program for access to facilities | |||
* Collaborative research projects | |||
* Educational and outreach programs | |||
==Last total enacted budget== | |||
Specific budget figures for CFN are not detailed as they are part of the broader Brookhaven National Laboratory budget. | |||
==Staff== | |||
CFN's staff includes a mix of scientists, postdocs, technicians, and support staff involved in research, facility management, and user support. | |||
==Funding== | |||
Funding for CFN comes from the U.S. Department of Energy, supporting its operations, research activities, and user programs. | |||
==Services provided== | |||
CFN provides services through the synthesis of new nanomaterials, characterization with cutting-edge techniques, and computational modeling. It supports research in soft materials, biological systems, electronic materials, and nanophotonics, offering both in-house and collaborative research opportunities. | |||
==Regulations overseen== | |||
CFN does not oversee regulations but operates under DOE guidelines for scientific research and facility management. | |||
==Headquarters address== | |||
735 Brookhaven Ave, Upton, NY 11973 | |||
==History== | |||
The CFN was established in 2008 to provide the scientific community with advanced capabilities for nanoscience research. It has since played a key role in advancing knowledge and applications in nanomaterials, particularly through its unique facilities and partnerships. | |||
==External links== | |||
* [https://www.bnl.gov/cfn/ Official CFN Website] | |||
* [[wikipedia:Center for Functional Nanomaterials]] | |||
==Scientific themes== | ==Scientific themes== | ||