TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Simple, Cost-Effective Method for Producing Functional Electro-Optical Materials and Devices
ID: IL-13557Type: Special Notice
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFLLNS – DOE CONTRACTORLivermore, CA, 94551, USA

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All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (333248)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4f8db6aa8c14474db2edf6ace8cd0a8d/view
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    The Department of Energy, through the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), is offering a collaboration opportunity to further develop and commercialize a Simple, Cost-Effective Method for Producing Functional Electro-Optical Materials and Devices. This initiative aims to address the need for low-cost fabrication strategies for functional devices with tailored properties, particularly in optical applications such as deep UV photodetectors and flexible sensors. The technology involves innovative material transformations, allowing for the creation of semiconducting oxides from conductive metals in a single step, thereby streamlining the manufacturing process. Interested companies are encouraged to submit a statement of interest, including relevant corporate expertise and contact information, to LLNL's Innovation and Partnerships Office by following the specified guidelines. For further inquiries, contact Alex Hess at hess12@llnl.gov or Charlotte Eng at eng23@llnl.gov.

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    Alex Hess
    (925) 423-1283
    hess12@llnl.gov
    Charlotte Eng
    (925) 422-1905
    eng23@llnl.gov
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