Paving the Way for a Green Future with Semiconductor Chips

Semiconductors play a pivotal role in driving the transition toward a green and more sustainable future. These tiny marvels of technology are not only powering our renewable energy systems but also revolutionizing industries like electric vehicles, logistics, and manufacturing. Powering Renewable Energy Systems Renewable energy systems heavily rely on chips to convert and manage power.…

Cockrell School of Engineering Teams Join NSF FuSe Program to Shape the Future

The University of Texas at Austin Cockrell School of Engineering. (Image source: The University of Texas) Two teams from the Cockrell School of Engineering at the University of Texas are making significant strides in semiconductor research thanks to their participation in the National Science Foundation (NSF) Future of Semiconductors (FuSe) program. This collaborative initiative, funded…

The US-Costa Rica Partnership in Global Semiconductors

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, semiconductors play an indispensable role as the backbone of the global economy, powering essential devices ranging from vehicles to medical equipment and beyond. Recognizing the critical importance of these tiny yet mighty components, the United States and Costa Rica have embarked on a groundbreaking partnership. Driven by the International…

President Joe Biden’s $39B semiconductor project has now started

President Joe Biden’s $39B semiconductor project has now started On February 28, 2023 the Biden administration launched a massive effort to outcompete China in semiconductor manufacturing, offering $39 billion in funding incentives for companies seeking to build manufacturing plants in the United States. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo stated, “When we have finished implementing CHIPS for America,…