We have five basic methods of collaboration with industry. Research programs may be developed to support specific company goals especially in the area of new product technologies. A key element in this research is the transfer of technology back to the industry which includes a limited amount of prototyping, and assistance in setting up a miniature clean room at the company's facility or transferring any processes to a commercial foundry. Service - The MAL's versatile processing facilities are accessible on a regular or daily basis.
Outside users have to observe the same policies our graduate students follow.
Training Center - Joint university and industry projects are possible whereby scientists from industry work at the MAL in conjunction with a professor to develop and investigate industrial and manufacturing applications of microfabrication. In addition, training workshops in microfabrication methodology are held at the MAL to aid companies in continuing education of their engineers and technicians in this significant technology.