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The Role of NIST in the National Semiconductor Ecosystem, FloridaMakes, FLATE, and Internship Programs at Florida Semiconductor-Related Companies | Flipping the Script: Using Electronics to Engineer Mechanics for Ultra-Stable Clocks

Taste of Tech Seminar Series

02/14/2025

Lunch will be provided during the seminar

Time

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM (EST)

Physically Attending

Location

Malachowsky Hall, Room 7200

For in-person attendees, pre-register here: https://fsi.institute.ufl.edu/fsi-seminar-registration/

Virtually Attending

https://ufl.zoom.us/j/95439691230


Taste of Tech Seminar Details

Talk 1: The Role of NIST in the National Semiconductor Ecosystem, FloridaMakes, FLATE, and Internship Programs at Florida Semiconductor-Related Companies

Speaker: Mike Aller
Vice President, Strategic Program Development, FloridaMakes

About the Speaker:


Mike Aller leads strategic engagement initiatives across various manufacturing industries in Florida, including aviation & aerospace, defense, medical devices, and microelectronics. His work focuses on strengthening domestic supply chains, increasing resilience, and identifying growth opportunities. Additionally, he oversees FloridaMakes’ education, technology, and workforce development programs. FloridaMakes is a non-profit network dedicated to advancing Florida’s manufacturing industry and serves as the state affiliate of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP).

Presentation Overview:


This session will explore how NIST MEP supports CHIPS for America initiatives and provides key insights into the role of FloridaMakes, the Florida Advanced Technological Education Center (FLATE), and their national networks. Attendees will also learn about a grant-funded semiconductor-focused internship program designed to support workforce development in collaboration with FloridaMakes, FLATE, FSI, and the NSF-funded Central Florida Semiconductor Innovation Engine.


Talk 2: Flipping the Script: Using Electronics to Engineer Mechanics for Ultra-Stable Clocks

Speaker: Roozbeh Tabrizian
Associate Professor, University of Florida | NELMS Rising Star Endowed Professor

About the Speaker:


Dr. Roozbeh Tabrizian is a leading researcher in semiconductor micro- and nano-electro-mechanical systems (N/MEMS). His expertise spans advanced frequency control, physical sensing, nonlinear mechanics, and novel ferroic materials. Over his career, he has received numerous accolades, including the DARPA Director’s Fellowship Award (2021), DARPA Young Faculty Award (2019), and NSF CAREER Award (2018). He has published over 100 journal and conference papers and holds 14 patents related to semiconductor mechanics.

Presentation Overview:


Traditionally, semiconductor mechanics has been used to enhance transistor performance. In this talk, Dr. Tabrizian presents a novel approach—using the electronic properties of semiconductors to engineer their mechanical behavior. This breakthrough enables the development of ultra-stable, chip-scale micromechanical clocks that could rival atomic standards, opening new possibilities for precision timekeeping and broad technological applications.

AGENDA

Lunch 11:45 – 12:00
The Role of NIST in the National Semiconductor Ecosystem12:00 – 12:20
Using Electronics to Engineer Mechanics for Ultra-Stable Clocks12:20 – 12:40
Networking12:40 – 1:00