Upcoming Events

Taste of Tech Seminar: Metaconductors for Next Generation Electronics and Advanced Packaging | Advanced Packaging with Northrop Grumman + Meet and Greet Networking Hour

Register today to reserve your spot for this engaging seminar!

Postponed: NNME Node Solicitation Preparation Meeting

The Florida Semiconductor Institute is preparing to submit a proposal to lead the NNME Node for the Southeast region. As part of this effort, we aim to convene our Florida partners ahead of the solicitation deadline to highlight the strengths of Florida’s workforce development ecosystem and identify key gaps that this opportunity can help address. We invite you, or a designated representative, to join us on the morning of October 2nd for a strategic discussion as we align our efforts to position Florida as a national leader in specialty electronics.

Taste of Tech Seminar: X-ray Tomography and Laminography: Unlocking 3D Insights for Advanced Inspection | The Economics of Trade, Free Trade vs. Industrial Policies

Thank you to our semester sponsor, Rohde & Schwarz, USA! Thanks to their generous support, this series will continue to bring together industry leaders, innovators, and tech enthusiasts for an unmatched experience exploring the latest trends and breakthroughs in the semiconductor industry.

Semiconductor Education Day for K-20 Educators

Ready to power up your semiconductor knowledge? Join us for a one-day event that will help you discover how to bring semiconductor education to life. This engaging one-day event is designed for K–20 educators, administrators, and guidance counselors eager to integrate semiconductors and STEM career exploration into their curriculum. 

Lunch & Learn Event with NSTC/Natcast

On Wednesday, August 6th, Dr. Uma Jha, the Senior Director of Silicon Aggregation at Natcast visited the Florida Semiconductor Institute to present on the System of Support for the US Semiconductor Industry. This Lunch & Learn event allowed students, researchers, and industry professionals to participate in person at Malachowksy Hall or over Zoom.

2026 Florida Semiconductor Summit

You’re invited to the 2026 Florida Semiconductor Summit! From February 23rd – 25th, 2026, the Florida Semiconductor Institute is hosting the fourth annual Florida Semiconductor Summit at the Rosen Shingle Creek. This year’s summit theme is “Semiconductor Manufacturing in Florida: Power. Progress. Possibilities.” This summit offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge advancements, and delve into the evolving role of semiconductors in aerospace and defense in the state of Florida.

Taste of Tech Seminar: U.S. DOE Updates in the Semiconductor Industry | UF Quantum Initiatives

Join us on August 25th for the kick-off of our Fall Taste of Tech Seminars! We’re excited to welcome Dr. Tina Kaarsberg, Program Manager at the U.S. Department of Engergy, and Dr. Philip Feng, Dr. Philip Feng, Rhines Endowed Professor for Quantum Engineering & Associate Chair for Research, in the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department at the University of Florida as our featured speakers.

NanoDay 2025

UF NanoDay 2025 will be celebrated at the Nanoscale Research Facility on Wednesday, October 8, & Thursday, Oct 9th (10^-9). As you may know, National Nanotechnology Day (NanoDay) is an annual event across the nation that celebrates nanoscale science, engineering, and technology. The day long event recognizes researchers advancing each of these fields, applauds innovators translating nanoscale research into valuable products/services, and increases awareness of the potential for nanoscale research to positively impact lives.

Volunteer at STEM on the Lawn, Presented by UF FSI

Join us in bringing STEM to life for hundreds of K-12 students and their families! STEM on the Lawn is a free, family-friendly community event featuring hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities hosted by companies, UF departments, and educators. Volunteers play a key role in creating a fun, safe, and inspiring experience for all […]

Join us for the 2025 Florida Semiconductor Institute Industry Mixer

Join us for the FSI Semiconductor Industry Mixer – an exclusive networking event focused on bringing together students and industry professionals for meaningful conversations about careers in semiconductors.

Exhibit or Sponsor at STEM on the Lawn, Presented by UF FSI

Exhibitor registration has now closed. Please only fill out the form below if you are interested in sponsoring. Join us as an exhibitor at STEM on the Lawn, presented by UF FSI, where innovation meets inspiration! This dynamic, outdoor showcase brings together students, educators, industry leaders, and the broader community to celebrate hands-on STEM learning and […]

STEM on the Lawn, Presented by UF FSI

Explore, Create, Innovate: FSI Community STEM Day is a free, family-friendly event designed to spark curiosity and excitement around science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Hosted by the Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI) at the University of Florida, this interactive event brings together students, families, educators, and community members to experience hands-on STEM activities, live demonstrations, and immersive learning experiences.

Explore the 3DEXPERIENCE with Dassault Systèmes

Join us for a two-day event with French software leader Dassault Systèmes, hosted by the UF Florida Semiconductor Institute, to explore how the 3DEXPERIENCE platform is transforming engineering education and research.

Chip in Florida Webinar for K-12 Educators

Calling all Florida educators and classrooms! Get ready for a high-energy, interactive virtual experience that will ignite curiosity and excitement about the world of semiconductors. Join us for the Chip in Florida Webinar for K-12 Educators, a dynamic virtual event packed with fun, learning, and discovery!

Taste of Tech Seminar: Vacuum Technology | FSI Lab Link

Join us on May 9th for our next Taste of Tech Seminar! We’re excited to welcome Glenn Vaudreuil, President of ANCORP and Dr. Navid Asadi, Deputy Director of R&D, Florida Semiconductor Institute as our featured speakers.

Chip in Florida: K-12 Semiconductor Education Challenge

Bringing Semiconductor Education to Florida Classrooms! Chip in Florida: K-12 Semiconductor Education Challenge The Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI) invites teachers and students across the state to participate in an exciting statewide STEM challenge! This is a valuable opportunity to incorporate semiconductor-focused modules into STEM programs across the state, with the added incentive of competing for recognition and prizes.

Semiconductor Summit celebrates Florida’s momentum in chip manufacturing, addresses workforce gaps

With a string of rocket launches nearly 60 miles to the north, hundreds of industry leaders, scientists and educators gathered on Florida’s Space Coast last week to assess the state’s foothold in semiconductor production. Hosted by the Florida Semiconductor Institute and tech giant/defense contractor L3Harris, the 2025 Florida Semiconductor Summit analyzed a boundless industry that is struggling to keep up with demand and talent.

Taste of Tech Seminar: The Final Frontiers

Our next Taste of Tech Seminar is happening this Friday in Larsen Hall Room 234 from 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM! Hear from TJ Villamil, president of business development at eMerge Americas, as he presents The Final Frontiers: Florida’s Strengths in Deep/Edge Tech and Mark Law, distinguished professor of electrical and computer engineering at the University of Florida, as he presents on Technology Computer-Aided Design (TCAD): Past, Present, Future.

Join us for an IGNITE Mastering Advanced Manufacturing Workshop

Attention Florida High School Teachers! Join us for an engaging 2-day workshop where you’ll discover the IGNITE program and explore how to master advanced manufacturing techniques. Learn the framework for integrating these cutting-edge skills into your high school’s advanced manufacturing curriculum, and empower your students for future success in the industry.

Taste of Tech Seminar Series: The Role of NIST | Flipping The Script

Our next Taste of Tech Seminar is happening this Friday in Malachowsky Hall Room 7200 from 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM! Hear from Mike Aller, vice president of strategic program development at FloridaMakes, as he presents The Role of NIST in the National Semiconductor Ecosystem, FloridaMakes, FLATE, and Internship Programs at Florida Semiconductor-Related Companies and Roozbeh Tabrizian, associate professor and the NELMS Rising Star Endowed professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Florida, as he presents Flipping the Script: Using Electronics to Engineer Mechanics for Ultra-Stable Clocks.

Ribbon-Cutting Event Unveiling FSI’s NeoCity Offices

We’re excited to invite you to celebrate the opening of our new offices at NeoCity in Osceola County!

UF Semiconductor Career Readiness Organization Hosts Annual SCROcase Event

Last week, the student-led UF Semiconductor Career Readiness Organization (SCRO) hosted its annual SCROcase event at Malachowsky Hall. The event offered students an exclusive opportunity to dive into the semiconductor industry through a series of engaging presentations and a networking session with leading industry professionals.

Community STEM Day at NeoCity

This community event at NeoCity provides the opportunity to explore interactive demos and hands-on activities in STEM with local businesses, organizations, and educational institutions! Students will learn more about semiconductors, digital twins, robotics, manufacturing, and more!

2025 Florida Semiconductor Summit

You’re invited to the 2025 Florida Semiconductor Summit! On February 25-27, 2025, the Florida Semiconductor Institute is hosting the second annual Florida Semiconductor Summit at the L3Harris High Technology Center. This year’s summit theme is “Looking Skyward: Semiconductors in Aerospace and Defense.” This summit offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge advancements, and delve into the evolving role of semiconductors in aerospace and defense.

Taste of Tech Seminar: Building America’s first foundry for displays and hybrid electronics | Chemically Modular Hydrogel Absorbents for Capturing Aqueous PFAS

Our next Taste of Tech Seminar is happening this Friday, in Larsen Hall Room 234 from 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM! Hear from Dr. Max Lemaitre as he presents on Building America’s First Foundry for Displays and Hybrid Electronics and Dr. Mark M. Tehranipoor as he presents An Overview of the UF Micro Electronic Security Training Center, also known as MEST.

Taste of Tech Seminar: IC2’s Case for Steady, Sustainable Growth in the Tech Sector | Digital Twins – Revolutionizing Semiconductor Industry and Innovation

Our next Taste of Tech Seminar is happening this Friday, in Larsen Hall Room 234 from 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM! Hear from Dr. David Mills as he presents IC2’s Case for Steady, Sustainable Growth in the Tech Sector, and from Dr. Volker Sorger as he presents Digital Twins – Revolutionizing Semiconductor Industry and Innovation.

Taste of Tech Seminar: Plasma Etching as an Enabling Technology for Advanced Packaging | The Path Forward: Workforce Development in the Semiconductor Industry

November 1, 2025
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM (EST)

Bridging Innovation: Research & Workforce Development Forum

We are excited to invite you to the Bridging Innovation: Research & Workforce Development Forum on Tuesday, November 5, at NeoCity, hosted by the NSF Central Florida Semiconductor Innovation Engine (CFSIE). This one-day event will feature two dynamic sessions designed to foster collaboration and innovation in the semiconductor industry.

K-20 Semiconductor Professional Development Day

Join us for an engaging one-day event designed to empower educators, administrators, and guidance counselors with the tools and knowledge to integrate semiconductors and STEM career opportunities into the classroom. Through interactive sessions, hands-on activities, and expert-led discussions, you’ll explore how the semiconductor industry is shaping the future and how your students can benefit from this exciting field.

Join us for a Special Session on CHIPS Metrology Projects Related to Microelectronics Advanced Packaging, Inspection, and Reliability

The CHIPS Metrology Program, one of the CHIPS for America Research and Development programs, is excited to bring a special half-day workshop to the IEEE PAINE 2024 conference on the afternoon of November 13.