Consortium

SINTEF is one of Europe’s largest research institutes, with multidisciplinary expertise in technology, natural sciences and social sciences. SINTEF is an independent foundation that since 1950 has created innovation through research and development for industry and the public sector at home and abroad.  SINTEF has 2200 employees from 80 nations and an annual turnover of more than four billion NOK. SINTEF’s profits are invested in research and innovation.  Our vision is “Technology for a better society”.

We make materials fit for the future”, the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP in Potsdam is a reliable partner to industry for application-oriented research in the fields of bioeconomy and sustainability, energy transition and mobility, health and quality of life as well as industry and technology. With around 260 employees at six locations, we develop sustainable materials, customized processes and efficient technologies along the entire value chain – from the idea to the industrial-ready prototype.

FlowPhys is a Norwegian SME that specializes in developing high-performing multi-physics simulation software, as well as performing advanced computer simulations. Our main product is the Flowphys software suite, which has many features and capabilities within multi-physics, coupled simulations, and shape & parameter optimizations. It has mainly been developed as a desktop app, but limited versions are/will become available also as cloud-based online simulators. In COMPAS, Flowphys will perform simulations of the photonic sensors, microfluidics, and the overall COMPAS system. In addition, Flowphys will perform parametric and topology shape optimizations to improve performance.

Oliveris is an Irish SME with a strong pedigree of technological innovation and R&D. With core strengths in printing and deposition of functional inks, additive manufacturing of electronics, and creative sensor development, integration and data analytics, Oliveris apply their expertise to diverse applications. In COMPAS, Oliveris are responsible for the development and fabrication of configurable analogue signal processing circuitry, printed at a scale and functionality surpassing the current state-of-the-art.

ICMPP is an Institute of excellence of the Romanian Academy, established in February 1949, which develops basic research in polymer science, as well as applied research, technology transfer and small-scale production, besides education & training of PhD and Postdoc researchers, services, consultancy and transfer of knowledge. It is extended on an area of ten thousand square meters and contains laboratories for synthesis and physico–chemical analysis, conference hall, library, production units, mechanical and electrical workrooms. The research topics are directed towards polymeric materials for broad range of uses, from electronic, optoelectronic and energy applications to bio-applications and polymer waste management. The ICMPP team involved in COMPAS project belongs to Electroactive Polymers and Plasmochemistry (EPP) Department. The ICMPP team has a rich experience and well-established synthetic methods for materials development to be used as films or coatings in electronic and opto-electronic applications, or membranes in gas-separation processes, with emphasis on aromatic/heteroaromatic conjugated or non-conjugated oligomers and polymers. For sensing purposes, ICMPP has developed organic materials for humidity sensors, anions, cations or acid molecules detection using spectroscopic (UV-Vis, fluorescence, NMR) and electrochemical (cyclic voltammetry) methods. In COMPAS, the ICMPP team will be in charge of the synthesis and characterization of sensing materials (WP2). Furthermore, ICMPP will work together with partners involved in the development of waveguide sensors and their testing, as well as in dissemination, exploitation of the results and management activities.

Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK) aims at excellence both in fundamental research for the advancement of knowledge and in the more mature fields of science and technology that allow a greater and more immediate economic and social impact.

With its 3,500 square meters of laboratories and scientific infrastructures and a community of over 400 researchers, 140 doctoral students, 200 visiting fellows and thesis students, 700 affiliates and accredited students combined, Fondazione Bruno Kessler acts as a scientific and technological hub, its premises and platforms hosting a lively ecosystem of co-located ventures, spin-offs, projects and training opportunities.

In particular, the Sensors and Devices Center of Foundation Bruno Kessler (FBK-SD), collaborates with industry, universities, and public and private laboratories in Europe and abroad for research into the development of silicon integrated microsystems and related technologies for MEMS and microsensors.

PHIX is a world leading packaging and assembly foundry for Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs), building optoelectronic modules based on all major PIC technology platforms in scalable manufacturing volumes. We specialize in chip-to-chip hybrid integration, coupling to fiber arrays, and interfacing of DC and RF electrical signals. By offering our knowledge already at the chip design stage, we ensure ease of scale-up for volume manufacturing and provide a one-stop-shop for PIC assembly. Within COMPAS, PHIX is leading the development of scalable and cost-effective industrial packaging of hybrid photonic integrated modules and subsystems based on aluminium nitride platform, including methods for photonic-electronic co-assembly.

Lancaster University is a highly ranked UK university with a global reputation for excellence in research and teaching. Lancaster is consistently ranked among the top 10 in all three major UK university league tables and continues to build a growing reputation both nationally and internationally. the Project will be delivered in the Quantum Technology Centre (QTC) which is featured with unique expertise and multi-million-pound facilities for quantum materials and devices.

Dublin City University (DCU) is ranked 1st in Ireland in The Times Higher Young University rankings, 59th globally. DCU Water institute aims to advance basic knowledge of physical, chemical, biological and engineering processes in aquatic systems, enhance the understanding of human interactions with water, develop improved methodologies for water management, and inform policy through science, engineering and computing technologies

Airmotec AG is part of the Chromatics Group, which designs and manufactures online analytical solutions for gases and liquids characterization. Airmotec AG is integrating the research & development activities, which are completely integrated in the development strategy of the group, with a policy of continuous improvement of the quality of the instruments. For this, the company integrates engineers with strong experience and knowledge in analytical solutions and dedicated laboratories. Airmotec also develops its own proprietary electronics and IT. For Compas project Airmotec will use its expertise in VOCs analysis to help in VOC sensing validation.

NILU is a Norwegian, independent climate and environmental research institute founded in 1969. We started as an institute for air research but have now expanded to research almost all aspects of how people, climate, and the environment affect each other. Our goal is to attain a better quality of life for everyone! We contribute to this through our research into the composition of the atmosphere, climate change, air quality, environmental toxins, health effects, sustainable systems, circular economy, and digitalization. Together, we enable sustainable solutions for current societal and business challenges.