RESEARCH

Florida is a Key Player in Semiconductor Research

Driven by a robust ecosystem of academic institutions, industry collaborations, and state initiatives. The collaboration with industry giants and startups is enabling advancements in cutting-edge technologies in areas such as chip design, fabrication processes, and semiconductor special applications in sectors like aerospace, defense, and healthcare.

Major Universities Across the State Lead Pioneering Research in the Following Areas

5G / 6G RF Modules

Seamless connectivity and robust communication networks are essential for future technologies. This research are is focused on designing high-performance RF modules that support unprecedented data rates, low latency, and enhanced signal integrity are crucial for next-generation telecommunications, autonomous vehicles, and advanced radar applications.

Ultrawide Bandgap Materials & Devices

Research on ultrawide bandgap materials and devices enables high-power transistors and converters, enhancing the efficiency and performance of power electronics. These innovations are critical for applications in energy-efficient power grids, electric vehicles, and robust industrial machinery, enabling superior power handling and energy transfer in demanding environments.

Photonic Integrated Circuits

Harnessing light-based technologies is crucial to develop compact, high-speed circuits that significantly enhance data processing and computational efficiency. Applications including advanced AI systems, high-performance computing, and next-generation analog devices, driving breakthroughs in speed and efficiency for data-intensive tasks.

Assured Physical Microsystems

Secure and assured microsystems require developing compact, resilient structures that enhance data security and processing capabilities directly at the data source or across the electronics supply chain. These systems are critical for applications requiring secure and efficient edge computing, such as IoT devices, smart sensors, and autonomous systems, ensuring robust performance and data integrity in real-time environments.

Quantum Science & Engineering

Advancing research in unparalleled sensing and computing technologies focuses on leveraging quantum mechanics to develop ultra-sensitive sensors and revolutionary computing systems. These innovations promise to deliver unprecedented accuracy in measurements and vastly superior computational power, with applications spanning quantum computing, precision measurement, and advanced data analysis.