Thin‑Film Deposition with Embedded Self‑Assembled Monolayers for Functional Surfaces (System and Method for Formation of Thin Films with Self‑Assembled Monolayers Embedded on their Surfaces, Tech ID: 13‑047)
Technology Overview: This NJIT technology enables the fabrication of thin films with embedded self‑assembled monolayers (SAMs), creating surfaces with precisely controlled chemical and functional properties. By integrating SAMs directly into the thin‑film formation process, the technology allows surface functionality—such as wettability, chemical selectivity, or bioactivity—to be engineered at the nanoscale. The approach is compatible with semiconductor, optical, and advanced material manufacturing workflows.
Industry Pain Point: Conventional surface functionalization methods lack durability, uniformity, or precise control at nanoscale dimensions.
NJIT Solution: This method delivers intrinsically functional thin films with embedded molecular‑scale control, improving performance and stability.
Key Features & Advantages
- Embedded, durable self‑assembled monolayers
- Nanoscale control of surface chemistry
- Compatible with thin‑film manufacturing
- Enables advanced optical, electronic, and biointerfaces
Development Stage: TRL 4–5 – Laboratory validation demonstrated.
Target Markets
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Advanced coatings and surface engineering
- Sensors and biointerfaces
Market Opportunity
- Global thin‑film deposition market (2026): ~$25B
- CAGR: ~6–7%
- Projected market size (2035): ~$45–50B
Commercial & IP Details
Inventor: Pushpendra Singh