A resounding success! The Third Nanolithography Technology Application Conference and the 30th Anniversary of Nanolithography: Paying Tribute to the Past, Embracing the Future

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2026-01-04 15:55

The Third NTAC Conference
And the birth of nanoimprint lithography
30th Anniversary

October 22, The 15th China International Nanotechnology Industry Expo Grandly inaugurated! The Third NTAC Global Nanoprinting Technology and Applications Conference, one of the flagship forums of CHInano 2025—the 15th China International Nanotechnology Industry Expo—was successfully held at the Suzhou International Expo Center. Notably, this year marks the 30th anniversary of the birth of nanoprinting technology, lending the event an especially significant dimension: it not only showcases the remarkable achievements of the past three decades but also serves as a crucial opportunity to chart the course for future technological advancement.

Diverse partnerships, jointly building a platform for exchange.

This conference is organized by Hosted by the Gusu Laboratory and organized by Suzhou New Dimension Micro‑Nano Technology Co., Ltd., with support from Suzhou Nanotechnology Development Co., Ltd., Obducat, Raith China, Shanghai Chexin Technology Co., Ltd., and Liman Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. This NTAC conference brought together 21 leading experts and technology pioneers from top universities, research institutions, and industry leaders both at home and abroad, who engaged in in-depth discussions on the latest research advances, process innovations, and industrial applications of nanoimprint lithography. The event aims to foster academic exchange and collaboration, accelerate the commercialization of nanoimprint technology, and inject fresh momentum into the industry’s development.

 
Yang Xiaobo, Deputy Director of the Science and Technology Innovation Commission of Suzhou Industrial Park and Deputy Director of the Gusu Laboratory, attended the conference and delivered a speech. He emphasized that nanoimprint lithography, as a key enabler driving the advancement of cutting-edge industries such as micro‑ and nano‑optics, semiconductors, and biomedicine, has become a cornerstone technology for building a precision micro‑ and nanoscale world. The development and application of this technology are highly aligned with, and mutually reinforcing of, Suzhou Industrial Park’s goal of establishing a world‑class nanotechnology industry cluster, playing an indispensable role in propelling the growth of related sectors. On this significant 30th anniversary of nanoimprint lithography, we should seize the opportunity to elevate its applications to new heights.
 
Professor Lars Montelius of Lund University, Sweden, Professor Chen Yifang of the School of Information Science and Engineering at Fudan University, and Dr. Luo Gang, General Manager of Suzhou New Dimension Micro‑Nano Technology Co., Ltd. Co-chaired the meeting.
 
Academic pioneers, jointly exploring cutting-edge achievements.

During the conference, leading experts and scholars in the field of nanoimprint lithography presented their latest research advances and findings.

Professor Lars Montelius, Professor Emeritus at Lund University in Sweden and one of the pioneers of nanoimprint lithography, addressed at the conference how, against the backdrop of surging semiconductor demand and a reshaping global supply chain, nanoimprint technology serves as a core enabler, driving innovation across multiple industries and helping to meet societal challenges related to sustainable development. Meanwhile, Professor Yu Zhou of Princeton University, the inventor of nanoimprint lithography, delivered a compelling video presentation that traced the remarkable journey of this technology—from a radical concept once met with skepticism—through relentless breakthroughs and innovation—to its emergence as a globally transformative manufacturing process that has reshaped numerous industries and generated substantial economic impact. Summary by Professor Chen Yifang of Fudan University A comparative analysis of the development of nanoimprint lithography technologies in China and abroad was presented, with a particular focus on reviewing the progress of nanoimprint technology at Fudan University.

In addition, Professor Lingjie Guo of the University of Michigan, USA, Dr. Helmut Schift, head of the Advanced Nanomanufacturing Technology Group at the Paul Scherrer Institute in Switzerland; Professor Luo Feng of Nankai University; Professor Cheng Xin of the Southern University of Science and Technology; Professor Ge Haixiong of Nanjing University; and Professor Wang Liang of the University of Science and Technology of China. renowned scholars It also featured engaging presentations by attendees, who shared their latest research findings.

 

Industry Leaders Discuss Development Pathways
 
In addition to academic luminaries, this conference drew the active participation of numerous industry leaders, who showcased a range of cutting-edge equipment, materials, and solutions.
 
From Michael Steigerwald, CEO of the German company Raith The event showcased Raith’s electron-beam lithography systems and other nanoimprint template‑fabrication equipment, providing essential assurance and a range of options for the production of high‑precision, high‑resolution templates—the upstream segment of the nanoimprint technology value chain. Professor Chen Linsen, Chairman of Suzhou Sudawei Ge Technology Group Co., Ltd., presented a review and outlook on the research and applications of nanoimprint lithography. Dr. Cui Yanxia, a technical expert at Huawei, presented attendees with her explorations and reflections on nanoimprint lithography and cross‑disciplinary integrated manufacturing. The host organization of this year’s conference… Dr. Luo Gang, General Manager of Suzhou New Dimension Micro‑Nano Technology Co., Ltd., showcased New Dimension. The All-Ecosystem Nanoimprint Manufacturing System and the Company’s Latest Achievements
 

In addition, the conference has also invited Cui Wanyin, General Manager of Nanuo 3D Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., and Deng Mengmeng, General Manager of Pulin Technology (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd., Peng Bofang, General Manager of Shanghai Chexin Technology Co., Ltd., Heidelberg Senior Sales Engineer Wu Zhengming, Deputy General Manager of Jiangsu Youzhong Micro‑Nano Semiconductor Technology Co., Ltd. Ju Fayin, EV Group Regional Sales Manager Tu Shuxue, and Eastern China Regional Sales Manager of Delu Industrial Adhesives Company Chen Yun, Wang Da, President of the Shenzhen Micro- and Nano-Manufacturing Industry Promotion Association Great They delivered outstanding presentations to the attendees.

Anniversary Grand Celebration: A Roundtable Dialogue with Industry Leaders

 

To mark the milestone of the 30th anniversary of nanoimprint lithography, the conference has specially organized a roundtable discussion titled “Thirty Years of Technological Innovation: Pioneering a New Future for Nanoimprint.” The session proudly brings together trailblazers in the field—leading scholars and industry pioneers who have long championed the advancement and application of this technology—to engage in an in-depth dialogue around three key themes: “progress, challenges, and vision.” Through this exchange, the panel will trace the evolution of the technology, build industry-wide consensus, and chart a course for its future.

The on-site exchange of ideas was vigorous, with topics unfolding in ever-deepening layers. This session not only paid tribute to past achievements but also marked a solemn departure into the future, underscoring that, after three decades of steady development, nanoimprint technology continues to thrive with robust innovative vitality and boundless commercial potential.

circle A successful conclusion, looking ahead to the future.
 
The successful convening of this year’s NTAC Conference has served as a robust bridge, establishing a high‑quality platform for exchange among experts, scholars, and corporate representatives in the nanoimprint industry. Here, academic insights and industrial practice have converged and interwoven, powerfully advancing the deep integration of industry, academia, research, and application, and injecting sustained momentum into the sector’s innovative development.

Here, we would like to extend our special thanks to Suzhou Nanotechnology Development Co., Ltd., Raith China, Shanghai Chexin Technology Co., Ltd., Obducat, and Liman Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. for their support in organizing the conference, which ensured its smooth execution.

 

The third NTAC has concluded successfully, yet our journey of exploration continues unabated. Nanoimprint lithography is steadily expanding its frontiers of application, demonstrating broad industrialization prospects and vibrant innovation.

We look forward to the next NTAC Conference, where we will join forces with more industry peers to discuss innovation, foster collaboration, shape the future, and chart a path for development!
Looking forward to seeing you again!!

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