Istituto Nanoscienze

Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche

ADVANCING FRONTIER RESEARCH AT THE NANOSCALE

An interdisciplinary research centre dedicated to nanoscience and nanotechnology at the frontier of basic and applied research. The emphasis in research is on cutting-edge experimental techniques and modelling tools, novel concepts, and close collaboration with academia. Istituto Nanoscienze is based in Pisa and in Modena.

Innovative micelles for brain drug delivery in REMEDY Project

November 19, 2024

The REMEDY project, led by Cnr Nano, bridges nanotechnology and medicine to improve drug delivery for central nervous system diseases.

Matteo Capone awarded by the Italian Chemical Society

November 18, 2024

Congratulations to Matteo Capone for receiving the Premio Levi 2024, which honors the excellence and impact of research carried out by early-career researchers.

Study improves visualization of chemical bonds in complex quantum systems

October 17, 2024

A team led by Cnr Nano extended a popular quantum mechanical visualization of chemical bonds to work not only on regular states of matter but also on complex magnetic states.

The Quantum Cascade Laser turns 30

October 11, 2024

Thirty years after its debut, the Quantum Cascade Laser continues to push the boundaries of photonics and quantum technology. Cnr Nano plays a key role in advancing this groundbreaking technology, as highlighted during the recent international conference on QCL research and innovation

New Nano Colloquia Series – Second Semester 2024

September 5, 2024

Be ready to delve into the institute’s cutting-edge research with the Nano Colloquia 2024 Second Semester schedule. Our scientists will showcase their latest achievements and discuss fresh perspectives on ongoing projects.

Gaetano Scamarcio is the new Director of Cnr Nano

September 2, 2024

We are pleased to announce that the Institute of Nanoscience has a new Director, Gaetano Scamarcio, a renowned expert in nanoscience and nanotechnology.

First Italian Glia Network Symposium

Start date

2024-11-18

For all glia lovers and researchers! This online meeting organized by the Italian Glia Network will explore the latest findings and promote scientific collaboration among scientists dedicated to glia research.

2024 European Researchers’ Night

Start date

2024-09-27

Cnr Nano researchers are ready to join the event, meet, and engage with the public, showcasing their research and its impact on society. Discover the engaging activities we will present in both Modena and Pisa, as part of the local initiatives…

The International Quantum Cascade Lasers School and Workshop 2024

Start date

2024-08-25

After 30 years from their invention, QCLs have reached outstanding performance levels. In their 30th year anniversary, the Workshop will address both the fundamental physics aspects of these devices as well as new outstanding scientific, technological and commercial developments.

EDFT Workshop 2024: progress in Ensemble Density Functional Theory

Start date

2024-07-22

The EDFT Workshop 2024 will discuss opportunities and challenges of extensions of DFT which deal with mixed states.

Quantum Materials and Structured Light - QMSL

Start date

2024-07-06

The QMSL International Workshop is devoted to quantum materials, quantum phenomena, and designer light. Topics include quantum science and technology, nanoscale light-matter interaction, nano-structured materials, terahertz nanophotonics, near-field optics, plasmonics, metasurfaces, polariton optics, structured light, and topological photonics.

AMONIX - Amorphous conductors as a new route for plasmonics

Start date

2023-11-14

On Nov. 14 a Kick-off meeting marks the beginning of the MUR-PRIN project AMONIX - Amorphous conductors as a new route for plasmonics, coordinated by Cnr Nano.

Listening to Neurons: progresses in neuron-electrode interfacing

Speaker

Michele Giugliano

Date

2024-11-21

Venue

S3 Seminar Room, 3rd Floor, Physics Building Online: Teams

Zincblende InAsxP1-x/InP Quantum Dot Nanowires for Telecom Wavelength Emission

Speaker

Giada Bucci

Date

2024-11-21

Venue

ON-SITE NEST Meeting Room ONLINE https://tinyurl.com/NanoColloquia

Nonreciprocal plasmonic waveguide from Weyl semimetals

Speaker

Francesco Buccheri

Date

2024-11-18

Venue

ON-SITE: S3 Seminar Room, 3rd Floor, Physics Building ONLINE: https://tinyurl.com/AndreaSecchiCNRNANO

Research at Cnr Nano

Fundamental and translational nanobiophysics

Surface and interfaces: nanofabrication, imaging, and spectroscopy

Solid-state quantum technology

Physics and technology of light at the nanoscale

Nanoscale theory, modelling and computation

Insights

Introducing Cnr Nano seventh Activity Report

We are pleased to launch the seventh biennial report of Cnr Nano, offering a comprehensive overview of the institute's achievements and advancements from the years 2022-2023

Enjoy the rich overview of what is done and who is who
at Cnr Nano in the seventh biennial report of the Institute.

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