The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) is a global leader in discovering and developing smart and functional materials, connected devices, next generation energy systems, and therapeutics and theranostics. These discoveries by our scientists and engineers are fundamentally changing our world and helping solve some of humanity's most pressing issues. Our 285, 000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility meets the highest scientific standards for the control of vibration, electromagnetic radiation, temperature, and humidity, making it a global centre of excellence for nanotechnology and its applications.
Why is nanotechnology important? It is about creating new materials and improving ways of manufacturing products. To be more efficient, better, stronger and cheaper. Also improving the economy, environment and society. To achieve societal impact and a sustainable future, WIN has now mapped its thematic areas with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Events
WIN-BME Joint Seminar : Marketa Kaiser and Jakub Salplachta
The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN), Waterloo Biomedical Engineering, and the Central European Institute of Technology, Brno University of Technology (CEITEC BUT) are pleased to present Marketa Kaiser and Jakub Salplachta for a joint, collaborative seminar titled "Beyond static imaging : Structural and functional insights through X-ray microCT".
Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) Day
The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) cordially invites you to attend WIN Day on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM in QNC 1501.
WIN Distinguished Lecture with Arben Merkoçi
The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) is pleased to present a Distinguished Lecture by Arben Merkoçi, Arben Merkoçi, ICREA Research Professor, Head of Nanobioelectronics & Biosensors Group, Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia. Please join us on Tuesday, May 12, at 11:00 a.m. to hear Arben Merkoçi's lecture titled "Coupling Nanomaterials with Sustainable Platforms for Next-Generation Point-of-Care Nanobiosensors."
News
WIN Announcement : Renewal of MOU with NIMS & Upcoming ICGP Call
WIN and NIMS (Japan) have renewed their partnership, ensuring continued eligibility for researchers to apply for the International Cooperative Graduate Program (ICGP) this September.
WIN Seed Funding Fuels Breakthrough Research in Sustainable Materials
WIN is spotlighting Dr. Yimin A. Wu’s seed‑funded research, which uses nanotechnology to break down and repurpose plastic waste, advancing Waterloo’s sustainability goals through the Global Futures Initiative.
NRC Quantum Internetworking (QUIN) Challenge Program
Building on the momentum of the NRC–Waterloo Quantum and Nanotechnologies Workshop, the NRC has opened a new call under its Quantum Internetworking (QUIN) Challenge Program. WIN researchers are invited to submit EOIs for collaborative projects focused on advancing networked quantum devices in Canada.