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The Institute for Functional Materials and Devices (I-FMD) convenes Lehigh’s interdisciplinary expertise in materials and devices to incubate sustainable advanced technologies, developing innovative solutions that address global energy, environmental and health priorities.

I-FMD facilities, including the Integrated Nanofabrication and Cleanroom Facility (INCF) and the Materials Characterization Facility (MCF), which are designed for both the internal and external user communities, offer a broad range of fabrication and characterization capabilities, supporting every stage of research—from fundamental studies to prototype development.

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6 LCCC students standing in front of 3 posters at the LCCC arts and scholars showcase
May 6, 2025

Lehigh RE@L Scholars present at LCCC Arts and Scholars Showcase

This past January, Lehigh's Institute for Functional Materials and Devices (I-FMD) formally launched the "Research Experience at Lehigh (RE@L) Scholars program in partnership with Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC). This program is designed to provide direct research experience for high-performing second year students from LCCC, offering them a unique opportunity to directly participate in scientific research and better prepare them for their futures upon graduating from LCCC. The program was designed based on the successful...
James Lallo from Thermo Fisher presenting at the XPS symposium at Lehigh
April 9, 2025

I-FMD hosts XPS Symposium sponsored by Thermo Fisher Scientific

Lehigh's Institute for Functional Materials and Devices hosted a workshop on April 8, 2025 on X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) techniques. This event was organized by Dr. Ryan Thorpe, Surface Science Manager for I-FMD, and was generously sponsored by Thermo Fisher Scientific. The full day event kicked off with an overview of Lehigh's Materials Characterization facility, including I-FMD's near-ambient pressure XPS (NAP-XPS), which is a unique capability that is only available at a handful of institutions...
Jim Gilchrist presenting at the Interdisciplinary Research in the Arts Symposium, he is standing in front of a Vincent VanGough painting.
April 7, 2025

I-FMD Faculty and Staff present at "Interdisciplinary Research in the Arts" Symposium

Faculty and staff from Lehigh's Institute Functional Materials and Devices were among the presenters at the first of its kind "Interdisciplinary Research in the Arts Symposium" held at Lehigh University on March 21, 2025. The symposium was jointly sponsored by the Lehigh University Art Galleries (LUAG) and the Vice Provost for Research (VPR) office. The event featured a total of 20 presentation, performances and discussions and was open to all members of the Lehigh and...
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