Before applying for NanoLab membership:

• Review NanoLab capabilities, including the Equipment, Process, and Process Specification Manuals available on the NanoLab website.
• Discuss your proposed research and laboratory requirements with NanoLab Executive Director Michael Helmbrecht (michael1@eecs.berkeley.edu).
• Provide a Scope of Work to Michael Helmbrecht for approval.

Industry researchers who are not affiliated with UC Berkeley must complete the required contractual agreement, provide liability insurance documentation, and submit a purchase order before accessing the NanoLab. A boiler plate contract is available for review here.

The boiler plate agreement is pre-approved by the University and enables faster processing. Any requested revisions must be reviewed by the University General Counsel and may significantly delay NanoLab access.

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Contract Information Request

To initiate the contract process, submit the following information to Eric Chu (echu711@berkeley.edu)

Technical Supervisor

• First and last name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Physical business address

Billing Contact

• First and last name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Billing address

NanoLab User(s)

If known, for each employee who will use NanoLab facilities, please have them complete a New Member Form.

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Purchase Order Requirements

Submit a Purchase Order. New affiliate companies typically begin with a Purchase Order in the range of $24,000–$36,000. A sample Purchase Order template is available for reference here. Monthly invoices will be generated based on actual usage. Billing operates on a monthly cycle. Each billing cycle begins on the 25th of each month.

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Liability Insurance Requirements

The UC Regents require all NanoLab users to maintain liability insurance coverage.

Submit a Certificate of Insurance (COI) that meets NanoLab requirements.

The certificate must include the following:

Description of Operations 

Include "The Regents of the University of California, Marvell Nanofabrication Laboratory” as additional insured with respect to general liability when required by written contract.

Certificate Holder

The Regents of the University of California
 Marvell Nanofabrication Laboratory
 520 Sutardja Dai Hall, MC 19754
 Berkeley, CA 94720

For questions regarding contracts, purchase orders, or insurance requirements, contact Eric Chu (echu711@berkeley.edu)

Each company employee who will use the NanoLab must:

• Complete and sign the New Member Form
• Submit the completed form to adminstaff@silicon.eecs.berkeley.edu

After your New Member Form has been reviewed and verified, you will receive an email invitation to create your Mercury account password.

Required Training Courses

Complete the following mandatory training courses:

• EH&S 101 – UCB Fundamentals of Laboratory Safety
• UC Abusive Conduct in the Workplace (YouTube playlist – 3 videos)

After completing the Abusive Conduct training:

• Complete the required Google Form confirming course completion.
• Upload a screenshot showing your passing score during the onboarding process.

NanoLab Orientation Videos

All new members must watch the following five NanoLab orientation videos:

• NanoLab Introduction
• Safety 1
• Safety 2
• Computers
• Processing

Note: Information presented in these videos will be included in the NanoLab Safety Test.

After completing the online training requirements, schedule your required in-person safety tour. Tours are typically held once per week.

Tour Details

• Duration: Approximately 1 hour
• Location: NanoLab Front Office, 520 Sutardja Dai Hall

Required Attire

Please wear:

• Long pants
• Closed-toe shoes

After completing the safety tour:

1. Read Chapter 1.1 – Chemical Hygiene Plan in the NanoLab Equipment Manual.
2. Complete the NanoLab Safety Test (approximately 1 hour).

Once you pass the Safety Test:

• Your NanoLab membership becomes active and billing for your account begins.
• You may begin working in the laboratory.

New members are expected to attend a brief welcome meeting with NanoLab Executive Director Michael Helmbrecht shortly after passing the NanoLab Safety Test. 

Meeting Information

• Duration: Approximately 20 minutes
• Typical schedule:
  • Offered once a month, alternating each month between the 2nd Wednesday and the 4th Thursday.
  • 12:10 PM–12:30 PM (Berkeley time)
  • Please log onto your Mercury account and select from the Welcome Schedule to register to attend an upcoming session.