Advancing Device Performance through Precision Nanoparticle Deposition
At Graphenea, we are continually advancing the frontiers of material science. Building on our expertise in graphene-based solid-state devices, we now offer a Nanoparticle Deposition Service through a partnership with Nanostine — this high-precision solution enables the integration of nanoparticles onto device surfaces with nanometer-scale control and high material purity. This combination of graphene layers and devices with nanoparticles expands the range of use cases and applications of graphene, such as in photonics, electronics, sensing and energy. The service has been developed within the project Agrarsense.
Process Overview
The nanoparticle deposition process is carried out in collaboration with a specialized partner equipped with advanced high-vacuum growth systems. Nanoparticles are synthesized and deposited in situ, avoiding exposure to ambient contaminants and ensuring exceptional cleanliness and compositional control.
The method is non-destructive, as shown below in the Raman spectrum, preserving the integrity of sensitive device substrates such as graphene, semiconductor heterostructures, or dielectric layers. This makes it suitable for applications where maintaining surface quality and carrier mobility is critical.
Material Range and Customization
We offer a wide variety of nanoparticle materials to meet specific functional needs:
- Metallic nanoparticles (e.g., Au, Ag, Pt, Pd, and other elements) for enhanced conductivity, plasmonic activity, or catalytic performance.
- Oxidized nanoparticles for controlled charge transfer, dielectric modulation, or catalytic applications.
- Core–shell nanoparticles for tailored surface chemistry, magnetic tuning, or multi-functionality.
Particle size, density, and distribution can be precisely tuned to achieve the desired surface coverage and interaction with the underlying layer.
Applications and Benefits
Integrating nanoparticles into graphene and solid-state devices allows for:
- Increased catalytic or sensing sensitivity
- Controlled surface reactivity and functionalization
- Improved light absorption and emission characteristics
Collaboration and Integration
We provide full technical support throughout the process, including consultation on nanoparticle selection, deposition parameters, and device integration strategies. Our aim is to deliver deposition solutions that are fully compatible with existing device fabrication workflows.
For technical specifications, collaboration opportunities, or process integration inquiries, please contact our R&D team.
The Agrarsense project, supported by the European Union, aims to foster a collaboration between major corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and research institutions to address these challenges. The focus of the project lies in the development of innovative technologies, including automated agricultural tools and enhanced sensor technology, which will enhance efficiency and safeguard the integrity of value chains.
Nanostine is a company specialized in advanced surface coatings using ultrapure nanoparticles. It has developed a unique physical technology that enables the deposition of nanostructured coatings with a level of precision and purity that conventional methods cannot achieve. Nanostine’s technology is highly versatile, with strong potential in high-value sectors such as sensors, semiconductors, space and defense, electrodes, and nanomedicine.
Graphenea, a technology company founded in 2010, is a world leading graphene producer. The 40 employees in Graphenea work on contributing to the successful development of Graphene applications of our customers, in a wide range of sectors and in more than 60 countries in the world. Through research and innovation, we support our customers with our portfolio consisting of: CVD Graphene films, Graphene Field-Effect-Transistors chips (GFETs), Graphene Foundry Services (GFAB) and Graphene Oxides. Graphenea’s facilities are located in Spain (San Sebastián) and USA (Boston).
