About the Team
Caleb Christianson, Ph.D.
Founder
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Caleb is the founder of Nano Lab, LLC, a provider of advanced imaging, analysis, and fabrication services, specializing in SEM, EDS, FIB, and AFM. With over 14 years in the field, Caleb is a highly skilled microscopist dedicated to helping companies accelerate their product development and uncover critical insights at the micro and nanoscale.
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Caleb founded Nano Lab to fill a need for high-quality, flexible microscopy and material analysis services that can meet industry demands for precision, speed, and cost-effectiveness. He is passionate about delivering the insights that companies need to improve the quality, reliability, and innovation of their products.
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Caleb earned his Ph.D. in Nanoengineering from UC San Diego, where he developed actuators and sensors for soft robots. Following his doctorate, he contributed to early-stage R&D for wearable medical devices, applying his expertise in SEM and EDS to characterize sensor materials and properties. His extensive background makes him a trusted partner for clients across biotech, advanced materials, medical devices, and more.
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Outside the lab, Caleb enjoys surfing, reading, and spending time with his family.
Ben Sachs
Engineer and Business Development Lead
Ben received his Bachelors in Electrical Engineering from UC San Diego in 2022, and has since done work in nanotechnology, quantum computing, and novel electronic devices. He has experience in manual nanoscale device fabrication through all process steps including etching, deposition, and lithography. He also has characterization experience that includes SEM, FIB, AFM, and more. His experience working at the Nano3 cleanroom facility at UCSD adds valuable processing expertise to the team. Ben was brought on to help facilitate the growth of Nano Lab, and will continue to help the company expand as he finishes up his master's in material science.
Ben is also active in the San Diego music scene as a professional saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, and enjoys hiking and doing yoga in his free time.