Date: 16/08/2011

Nordson MARCH and Science College of Donghua Univ. create R&D Lab on Plasma Tech

Nordson MARCH and Science College of Donghua University, Shanghai, China have launched a new joint laboratory to work on plasma technology. The partnership includes equipment, shared research, personnel resources, and an open exchange of expertise. Nordson MARCH develops advanced plasma processes and equipment for use in the semiconductor packaging, printed circuit board, and many other manufacturing industries.

Officially known as the "Nordson MARCH-Science College of Donghua University Joint Laboratory", the lab will be staffed by professors and graduate students from the college. Dr. James Getty, Vice President, Applications and Business Development and Dr. Jiangang (Jack) Zhao, Chief Scientist of Nordson MARCH, have been named as adjunct professors to the University. As scientists and experts with more than 30 years of plasma technology expertise combined, they will provide direction for future plasma research initiatives undertaken at the laboratory.

"Our new joint laboratory is a winning collaboration. The University has a talented team of dedicated researchers eager to learn more about innovative new applications of plasma technology. It also expands our research resources into China and further cements our reputation as a global leader," explained Dr. Jack Zhao, Chief Scientist at Nordson MARCH.