Advanced Research Center for Nanolithography

‘Cutting-edge research in physics and materials science to advance nanolithography, strengthening the research system in nanolithography technology, and accelerating the transition from fundamental discovery to implementation in the semiconductor industry.’

Wim van der Zande appointed chair of NNV
- April 16, 2026
Former ARCNL director Wim van der Zande was recently appointed the next chairperson of the Dutch Physics Association (NNV). For the next year he will…
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Insights on fusion, lightning and more at NNV Plasma Physics Symposium
- April 8, 2026
The second NNV Plasma Physics Symposium took place in Zonheuvel on April 1-2, bringing together plasma physicists from across the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. Organized…
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Wim van der Zande retires with dedicated symposium
- March 10, 2026
In celebration of his illustrious career, Dr. Wim van der Zande’s family, friends, colleagues and other close relations gathered at ARCNL for a farewell symposium.
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Sustainable optical materials grown from a sponge
- March 5, 2026
Researchers have demonstrated the potential of optical fibers naturally grown from a marine sponge. This presents a sustainable alternative to conventional man-made optical fibers, which…
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Interview

One year into partnership University of Groningen

How is it going and what to expect?

The University of Groningen joined the ARCNL public-private partnership as associate partner on January 1st, 2022. ARCNL group leader Ronnie Hoekstra and governing board member Caspar van der Wal reflect on the route towards this newly established partnership and on the challenges and advantages it offers.