Research Areas
CEFITEC’s research is grounded in experimental physics, our primary tool for exploration and innovation. It has well-equipped laboratories and a strong experimental background in low-energy gas-phase processes, surface characterization, vacuum metrology, and solar-pumped lasers.
Low-Energy Gas-Phase Processes
CEFITEC aims to mimic atmospheric processes using water clusters and investigate their chemical reactivity. This approach bridges the gap between gas-phase experiments and real-world environments.
Research on electron-induced processes impacts applications ranging from nanochip manufacturing to astrochemistry. This involves studying how slow electrons trigger reactions in key molecules.
Surface Characterization and Vacuum Metrology
Using state-of-the-art vacuum-based technologies, we explore new frontiers in developing low secondary emission coatings for particle accelerators.
CEFITEC also solves industry challenges, by developing innovative solutions, which includes: precision gauges for high vacuum measurements; and advanced processes to ensure TCA-free corks, improving wine quality and production standards.
Solar-Pumped Lasers
Research in solar-pumped lasers focuses onenhancing their performance, especially their solar-to-laser conversion efficiency. The aim is to bring this technology closer to becoming a competitive and sustainable energy solution in the near future.
