A Strategic Location in Europe’s High-Tech Heart

Microfab Lab is more than a fabrication facility—it’s part of a dynamic ecosystem where innovation thrives. Based within Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) and deeply embedded in the Brainport region, we’re surrounded by world-class researchers, cutting-edge startups, and global technology leaders. This unique position gives our partners direct access to one of Europe’s most vibrant high-tech environments.

A Place to Build What’s Next

Being in Brainport means more than just proximity—it means being part of a shared mission to tackle grand challenges in health, energy, mobility, and beyond. Microfab Lab is your gateway to this ecosystem. Whether you need a technical partner, a pilot fabrication run, or a co-creation space for your next breakthrough, we’re here to connect you with the right people, platforms, and perspectives.

At the Core of TU/e Innovation

As part of TU/e, we operate within a university renowned for its strength in engineering, physics, chemistry, and data science. Our lab serves as a central node for research groups across disciplines, supporting both fundamental and applied research. Whether it’s precision microfabrication for quantum devices, or integration of microfluidics into biomedical platforms, we collaborate with TU/e experts to bring leading research into practice.

This academic setting ensures that our infrastructure and expertise remain on the frontier. Our users benefit from direct access to in-house scientific support, a highly skilled technical staff, and training opportunities tailored to both industry professionals and students.

An Ecosystem Built for Deep Collaboration

The Brainport region is known as the smartest square kilometre in Europe for a reason. It brings together an unparalleled concentration of knowledge, talent, and manufacturing excellence—all within walking distance. Through our collaborations with high-tech industry leaders and public-private partnerships, Microfab Lab helps bridge the gap between research and real-world application.

This extended network not only accelerates innovation but creates a fertile ground for consortia, co-development, and spin-off creation. Whether you’re part of a corporate R&D team, an academic lab, or a high-tech SME, working with Microfab Lab means tapping into an ecosystem where cooperation is the norm and innovation moves fast.