Semiconductors | Focus on Research
Virginia Tech leads onshoring and workforce development of semiconductor technologies
Charging forward with new statewide semiconductor network
The state of Virginia awarded Virginia Tech $3.3 million to establish and lead the Virginia Alliance for Semiconductor Technology and the accompanying adult learning program for continuing professional development, Fast Track to Semiconductor Careers, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced.
From wafers to chips: Virginia Tech is satisfying the craving for semiconductor advancement
Virginia Tech is doing its part to help find viable solutions for the immense demand in research and development as well as manufacturing of semiconductors, leading the way with faculty expertise, state-of-the-art facilities, and a history of service.
Virginia Tech partners with Micron Technology Inc., National Science Foundation, and 10 universities to develop semiconductor talent in U.S. and Japan
According to Micron, the founding universities were selected “for the work they have done to close the gender equity gap in STEM by fostering diversity, building inclusive career pathways for their students, and promoting equality in leadership roles with the appointments of female deans and presidents.”
Semiconductor experts and leaders converge at CHIPS for Virginia Summit
More than 100 leaders from higher education, industry, and government came together to discuss the group effort needed for the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States to lead in semiconductor manufacturing during the CHIPS for Virginia Summit.
Virginia Tech joins Northeast University Semiconductor Network formed by Micron Technology Inc.
The founding partners of the Northeast University Semiconductor Network were identified based on their strong collective undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering and other STEM degrees.
Setting the stage for future wireless systems: Empowering AI-enabled circuits
The Virginia Tech researchers’ funding comes from a National Science Foundation (NSF) program in partnership with Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council that aims to create a healthier ecosystem for semiconductor technology innovation.
Virginia Tech in the News
“We’re excited to be in this position now because our faculty and students not only get to be part of this national priority to become more globally competitive in the semiconductor space, they’re going to change the world and make other people’s lives better.”
- Luke Lester as featured in Virginia Tech Magazine
Research Podcast
"Curious Conversations" is a series of free-flowing interviews that take place at the intersection of world-class research and everyday life. Join university researchers as they share their expertise and motivations, as well as the practical applications of their work, in a way that more closely resemble chats at a cookout than classroom lecture.
Featured Episode - Semiconductors, packaging, and more with Christina Dimarino
Christina Dimarino joined the podcast to chat about semiconductors, the importance of packaging in onshoring their production, and what Virginia Tech is doing to excel workforce development in this field. She is assistant professor in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and assistant director of Virginia Tech’s Center for Power Electronics Systems, located at the Virginia Tech Research Center - Arlington.
Impact and Recognition
Virginia Tech faculty are winning competitively funded research awards and being selected as fellows and members of prestigious societies. They are highly cited by their peers, educating the brightest minds, and collaborating across disciplines, industry, and government to make the world a better place for all.
