Using energy- and resource-saving methods, a research team at the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry at TU Graz aims to produce high-quality doped silicon layers for the electronics and solar industries.
Semiconductors
Designing Color-Changing Semiconductor Materials
Semiconductor materials known as 2D halide perovskites can be used in devices such as solar cells and light-emitting diodes. Scientists led by Assoc Prof Nripan Mathews of NTU’s School of Materials Science and Engineering have synthesized four unique types of 2D halide perovskites.
Western Digital CEO David Goeckeler Elected Chair of Semiconductor Industry Association
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today announced Western Digital CEO David Goeckeler has been elected Chair of the SIA Board of Directors.
Merit America and America’s Frontier Fund Foundation Partner With Austin Community College to Help Prepare Americans for the Semiconductor Workforce
This initiative will provide individuals from low-income backgrounds nationwide access to high-quality technical training at no upfront cost, addressing workforce gaps in critical technology sectors and driving economic mobility.
PI’s New Expansion for Higher Electronics Manufacturing Capacities and Shorter Lead Times
PI, the market and technology leader for high-precision motion control, positioning technology, and piezo applications, has completed the construction of additional electronics production space at its Rosenheim, Germany site.
GlobalFoundries and U.S. Department of Commerce Announce Award Agreement on CHIPS Act Funding for Essential Chip Manufacturing
GlobalFoundries and the U.S. Department of Commerce have announced an award of up to $1.5 billion in direct funding to GF through the CHIPS and Science Act.
Revenues Continue to Rise on Mixed Performance, with a New Record High Expected in 2025
TECHCET has increased their latest forecast for total semiconductor revenues in 2024, now expected to gain nearly 13% over 2023, reaching > $617B.
Global Semiconductor Manufacturing Industry Records Strong Growth in Q3 2024, SEMI Reports
The global semiconductor manufacturing industry in the third quarter of 2024 showed strong momentum with all key industry indicators performing positive quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increases for the first time in two years.
Global Semiconductor Alliance Announces 2024 Award Nominees
The prestigious awards will be presented at GSA’s Awards Celebration on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.
Natcast CEO Deirdre Hanford to Deliver Keynote Remarks at 2024 SIA Awards Dinner
Natcast is the non-profit entity operating the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC), established by the CHIPS and Science Act.
