We are excited to introduce Beline Lafayette as the newest addition to the Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI) team, serving as our Event Coordinator. With over seven years of diverse experience in the hospitality industry, Beline excels in event and conference planning, industry engagement, and marketing. Her extensive background has equipped her with the necessary skills to manage high-profile events, establish strategic partnerships, and execute impactful marketing campaigns. In addition to her event… Read more: Please Join Us in Welcoming Beline Lafayette to the FSI Team!
Join us for the FSI Semiconductor Industry Mixer, an exclusive evening event where students interested in semiconductor careers can connect with industry professionals. Speak with employers from Astera Labs, Samsung Semiconductor, Sandia National Laboratories, SkyWater Technology, FloridaMakes, Concept Companies, and more! This mixer also offers a unique opportunity for organizations to engage with future talent in an informal, educational setting. Employers will have the opportunity to share their insights on career paths,… Read more: FSI Industry Mixer
Florida is evolving into a prominent hub for innovation and industrial expansion. Experiencing a unique economic shift, the manufacturing impact in Florida’s economy surpassed the contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of many other strong industries that Florida is usually known for, including– tourism, agriculture, and transportation.
Taste of Tech Seminar Series 08/30/24 Lunch will be provided during the seminar Time 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM Physically Attending Location Larsen Hall Room 234 Room: 234 Virtually Attending ZOOM LINK Talk 1: Join us for an exciting talk by Dr. Anna Herr. Dr. Herr has been the Scientific Director at Imec since May 2021. Prior to this she was a Northrop Grumman Fellow since 2015 and Advisory Engineer at Northrop… Read more: Taste of Tech: Superconducting Devices & RFICs | SCRO
As the new Assistant Director of Workforce Development and with a rich background in Career and Technical Education since 2010, Sophia has made significant strides in workforce development, most notably through her leadership in the establishment of Wilton Simpson Technical College. During her tenure, she created over 20 new programs and secured over $19,000,000 in external funding to support these initiatives. Her expertise in establishing and maintaining partnerships with K-12 systems, colleges, government bodies, and industry stakeholders has been instrumental in fostering community and workforce development.
Join us for an exciting talk by Dr. John L. Volakis, Professor in the College of Engineering and Computing at Florida International University (FIU), who will present on “Digital Twin Models for High Density Heterogeneous Packaging RF/mm-Wave Transceivers.”
Additionally, Dr. Toshikazu Nishida, Professor in the College of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Associate Chair of Research at the University of Florida’s Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, will discuss “Collaborating at the Edge – A Tale of Two IUCRCs.”
The Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI) and Amatrol have teamed up to revolutionize semiconductor education in Florida. The partnership was formalized with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant milestone.
Join us for two exciting presentations: Dr. Reza Abdolvand will highlight UCF’s contributions to space science and future advancements in space exploration. Jessica Gomez, founder and CEO of Rogue Valley Microdevices, will discuss innovations in MEMS foundry technologies and their revolutionary impact on various industries.
In an exciting new partnership, Midas Immersion Cooling (Midas), a leading innovator in immersion cooling solutions, has teamed up with the University of Florida’s Semiconductor Institute (FSI) to push the boundaries of semiconductor and immersion cooling technology. This collaboration is set to transform the landscape of semiconductor cooling through cutting-edge research and development. Midas has generously donated advanced immersion cooling equipment valued at approximately $227,540 to Dr. Hamed Dalir’s lab at UF,… Read more: Midas Immersion Cooling Collaborates with Dr. Dalir’s Lab at the University of Florida’s Semiconductor Institute to Revolutionize Immersion Cooling Technology
On July 1, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Rogue Valley Microdevices (RVM) have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) to provide up to $6.7 million in proposed direct funding under the CHIPS and Science Act.
Join us for an exciting presentation by Dale Miller, Florida Vice President and General Manager at SkyWater Technology Foundry, as he delves into cutting-edge packaging technologies like Interposer, Hybrid Bonding, and Fan-Out Wafer Level Packaging developed at SkyWater’s Florida location.
Don’t miss Dr. Gloria Kim, Assistant Professor at the University of Florida, as she shares groundbreaking insights from her extramurally-funded research at the intersection of chips, education, and global partnerships.
Join us for the FSI “Taste of Tech” Seminar at the Nanoscale Research Facility (NRF), Room 115. Friday May 24, 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Unlock Frontiers: Explore with UF Professor Mark Sheplak, collaborators, Dr. Roozbeh Tabrizian and Dr. Philip Feng, technology development towards monolithically-integrated dynamic pressure sensors for operation in high temperature environments up to 800 C as part of a 6.6M$ DARPA project in collaboration with NASA Glenn Research Center and EngeniusMicro.
Visionary Insights: Hear from Dr. David Arnold, Acting Director of FSI, as he unveils our bold vision for the Florida Semiconductor Institute, where collaboration sparks transformative breakthroughs.
A team of researchers, led by Dr. Mark Sheplak, Dr. Roozbeh Tabrizian, and Dr. Philip Feng aim to overcome the challenge of existing sensors faltering under extreme temperatures.
Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed an $80 million investment for the University of Florida’s Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI) in the upcoming 2024 legislative session.
The Statewide Semiconductor Initiative on Friday, November 17, hosted by the Florida Semiconductor Institute at the University of Florida, proved to be a resounding success.
Designed to set the standard for future STEM buildings across national and international campuses and transform the artificial intelligence (AI) and data science workforce, the University of Florida Friday held a celebratory ribbon cutting for the Malachowsky Hall for Data Science & Information Technology.
Dr. David Arnold is leading a project funded by the Florida DoE aimed at developing a pre-baccalaureate workforce strategic plan to support the growing semiconductor industry in the State of Florida.
The semiconductor industry is evolving beyond traditional cost-cutting and size reduction methods. Designers are exploring Heterogeneous Integration (HI) to enhance cost-effectiveness and functionality through advanced packaging.
The University of Florida’s Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering has launched the Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI). FSI will be a central hub, both on campus and across the state, dedicated to leading advancements in semiconductor technology for the 21st century.
FSI was the subject of an excellent feature in the Epoch Times. The article provides a great deal of context in terms of supply chain challenges, political considerations, and more. Read the full story here.
On Sept. 19, Governor DeSantis announced $50 million for a cutting-edge workforce development initiative which will be dedicated to supporting Florida’s semiconductor industry.
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) recently announced 34 semifinalists for the first-ever NSF Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) competition, spanning nearly all key technology areas and societal and economic challenges highlighted in the “CHIPS and Science Act.”