Mission
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.
Areas of Impact
Energy
Materials for energy blah blah blah
Environment
Development of new sustainable and low impact materials
Health
Devices for revolutionizing healthcare
Core Facilities
Materials Characterization Facility (MCF) and Integrated Nanofabrication and Cleanroom Facility (INCF)
Both MCF and INCF are professionally staffed and available to all members of the Lehigh community as well as our external partners. Reach out to learn more and how to become a user.
Work with I-FMD
Recent News
Advancing sustainability through research and collaboration
The annual Lehigh Materials Symposium, hosted by I-FMD, brings together academic and industry experts to explore sustainable solutions in energy, chemicals, and materials