MATERIALS uses its high level of scientific competence to ensure its customers have access to the latest technologies for implementation into innovative products and services and is the primary contact for the development of technologies and processes for: Green photonics and electronics; Structured (biomimetic) surfaces; Piezoelectric sensors and energy harvesters; Large scale production of organic coating (including roll-to-roll nanoimprint lithography) (Optical) Chemical and bio-sensors; Laser production technology; Aerosol and inkjet print; Laser and plasma-supported deposition processes. MATERIALS provides interdisciplinary approaches for the entire value chain from the initial concept to the prototype using cutting-edge technologies and processes for miniaturisation, integration and material optimisation. In combination with up-to-date equipment and infrastructure, we offer trend-setting solutions and services tailored to business and industry-related requirements. The core topics include large-area micro and nano-structuring, bio and chemo-sensors, lighting technologies, functionalised surfaces and laser processes.