Center for the Development of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
CEDENNA is a Chilean multidisciplinary research centre in nanoscience and nanotechnology. It performs applied R&D, prototype development and technology translation across magnetic nanostructures, computational materials simulation, nanobiomedicine, packaging and food-safety materials, sensors, environmental remediation and renewable-energy materials. The centre hosts multiple research groups, a portfolio of specialised laboratories and shared instrumentation for fabrication and characterization, operates an accredited nanosecurity unit for bioassays of nanomaterials, and supports technology transfer and industry collaboration through an affiliated business portal and open-lab partnerships.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
large (251-1000)
Products
Prototype portable pesticide detection device
Research prototype for rapid on-site detection of pesticide residues in postharvest agricultural products.
Applied sensor developments (mining and wear monitoring)
Sensor prototypes for mining applications (detection of blockages/obstructions) and real-time wear monitoring for industrial equipment; piloting and stakeholder engagements with mining companies.
Rapid pathogen detection assays (food safety)
Prototype detection systems aimed at identifying food pathogens (e.g., Listeria, E. coli) with rapid time-to-result demonstrated in project contexts.
Packaging and compostable materials
Active and antimicrobial packaging concepts and prototypes including compostable/biodegradable materials and masterbatches with antifungal properties developed for food quality preservation.
Soil remediation and environmental technologies
Systems and materials for remediation of contaminated soils and recovery of pollutants using nanomaterial-based adsorbents.
Prototype portable pesticide detection device
Research prototype for rapid on-site detection of pesticide residues in postharvest agricultural products.
Applied sensor developments (mining and wear monitoring)
Sensor prototypes for mining applications (detection of blockages/obstructions) and real-time wear monitoring for industrial equipment; piloting and stakeholder engagements with mining companies.
Rapid pathogen detection assays (food safety)
Prototype detection systems aimed at identifying food pathogens (e.g., Listeria, E. coli) with rapid time-to-result demonstrated in project contexts.
Packaging and compostable materials
Active and antimicrobial packaging concepts and prototypes including compostable/biodegradable materials and masterbatches with antifungal properties developed for food quality preservation.
Soil remediation and environmental technologies
Systems and materials for remediation of contaminated soils and recovery of pollutants using nanomaterial-based adsorbents.
Services
Interdisciplinary development of technological projects, prototype design and collaboration with academic and industry partners for translation of nanoscience research into applied devices and materials.
Development and validation of analytical sensor prototypes and methods for on-site detection relevant to agriculture, food safety and environmental monitoring; includes electrode functionalization and sensor performance testing.
Access to specialised laboratories, fabrication equipment and analytical instruments for external users through an equipment and services portal.
Short courses, workshops and seminars on nanoscience topics for professionals, teachers and the public; digital distribution of newsletters, podcasts and educational materials; hands-on training for nanoparticle preparation and measurement.
Interdisciplinary development of technological projects, prototype design and collaboration with academic and industry partners for translation of nanoscience research into applied devices and materials.
Development and validation of analytical sensor prototypes and methods for on-site detection relevant to agriculture, food safety and environmental monitoring; includes electrode functionalization and sensor performance testing.
Access to specialised laboratories, fabrication equipment and analytical instruments for external users through an equipment and services portal.
Short courses, workshops and seminars on nanoscience topics for professionals, teachers and the public; digital distribution of newsletters, podcasts and educational materials; hands-on training for nanoparticle preparation and measurement.
Expertise Areas
- Magnetic nanostructures and nanomagnetism
- Computational materials science and micromagnetics
- Polymeric nanocomposites and active food packaging
- Nanobiomedicine and nanoparticle formulation
Key Technologies
- Density functional theory (DFT)
- Atomistic and molecular dynamics simulations
- Micromagnetic simulation
- Machine-learning models for materials prediction
News & Updates
Interdisciplinary team led from CEDENNA won the ANID 2025 technology research competition for development of a portable pesticide detection device.
Coverage and institutional note about national accreditation of the centre's nanobioassay laboratory, noting its role in toxicological measurement and nanosecurity.
Announcement of a course aimed at health professionals to introduce nanotechnology applications in medicine and health.
Press coverage of vegetal nanoparticle formulations and nanoencapsulated biofungicides developed for agricultural and potential medical use.
Article describing research into nanoengineered surface coatings for small satellites and participation in an industry/space project.
A downloadable digital book compiling selected microscopy images produced in annual image contests; distributed for educational outreach.
Interdisciplinary team led from CEDENNA won the ANID 2025 technology research competition for development of a portable pesticide detection device.
Coverage and institutional note about national accreditation of the centre's nanobioassay laboratory, noting its role in toxicological measurement and nanosecurity.
Announcement of a course aimed at health professionals to introduce nanotechnology applications in medicine and health.
Press coverage of vegetal nanoparticle formulations and nanoencapsulated biofungicides developed for agricultural and potential medical use.
Article describing research into nanoengineered surface coatings for small satellites and participation in an industry/space project.
A downloadable digital book compiling selected microscopy images produced in annual image contests; distributed for educational outreach.