Talk 1: Vacuum Technology: Empowering the Semiconductor Industry
Presentation Overview:
Join us for a session with ANCORP, a U.S. manufacturer of high and ultra-high vacuum components, for a practical look at how vacuum technology supports semiconductor fabrication and related fields. We’ll touch on applications like thin-film deposition, space simulation, and particle accelerators, and highlight how ANCORP’s engineering solutions—such as patented valve designs—address common challenges in semiconductor manufacturing and research environments.
Glenn Vaudreuil
About the Speaker
Glenn Vaudreuil is the President and third-generation owner of ANCORP, a U.S. manufacturer of vacuum components for semiconductor and high-tech industries. With over 25 years at the company, he has held roles across operations, supply chain, and executive leadership, giving him an in-depth understanding of manufacturing and business strategy. Glenn is known for building strong teams and aligning operations with long-term goals. As former Executive Vice President, he led ANCORP’s sales and marketing transformation and now focuses on guiding the company’s growth in evolving markets.
Agenda
Lunch: 11:45 – 12:00 Talk 1: 12:00 – 12:20 Talk 2: 12:20 – 12:40 Networking: 12:40 – 1:00
Talk 2: FSI Lab Link – Student Collaboration Driving Semiconductor Innovation
Presentation Overview:
In this session, we’ll hear from Dr. Navid Asadi, the program’s academic leader, who will share Lab Link’s inspiration, role, and how it’s building a stronger, more connected semiconductor research community. We’ll also welcome a recent Lab Link participant, who will give us a firsthand look at the student experience. What it was like to present research at another institution, the insights gained from peer collaboration, and how the program has influenced their academic and professional trajectory. Whether you’re a faculty member, industry partner, or student interested in research, this webinar offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Lab Link creates real impact, one visit at a time.
Lab Link
Participants are listed below:
- Muhammad Shahbaz Rafique, University of South Florida
- Peter Kveton, University of South Florida
- Marcelo Farfan, University of South Florida
- Himanandhan Reddy Kottur, University of Florida
- Ziqi Jia, University of Florida
- Alexander Wilcher, University of Florida