The Nano-Bio Materials Consortium (NBMC), a SEMI Technology Community, today issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at advancing human performance through innovations in wearable transdermal, subcutaneous, and textile-based sensor technologies. Selected projects will receive cash awards ranging from $500,000 to $1 million.
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InPlay Unveils World’s Smallest Bluetooth SoC in WLCSP Package
The new package, measuring an ultra-small 1.1mm x 2.0mm x 0.35mm, sets the record as the world’s smallest Bluetooth System on a Chip (SoC).
Global Semiconductor Sales Decrease 8.7% in First Quarter
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today announced worldwide sales of semiconductors totaled $119.5 billion during the first quarter of 2023, a decrease of 8.7% compared to the fourth quarter of 2022 and 21.3% less than the first quarter of 2022.
Leti Innovation Days Will Explore Microelectronics’ Role In Enabling Transformational Technologies on June 27-29
CEA-Leti research engineers, top executives at leading global companies and entrepreneurs will share insights about technological challenges and opportunities facing industry, government and society in coming years at Leti Innovations Days, June 27-29 in Grenoble, France.
New Toolchain and Software Package from STMicroelectronics Ease Development of Edge Processing With Intelligent Inertial Sensors
STMicroelectronics has released a toolchain and accompanying software package for programming the intelligent sensor processing unit embedded in the latest-generation intelligent MEMS IMUs.
Global Partnership Extends Purdue, State’s Reach as the Midwestern Hub of Semiconductor Innovation
Purdue University and the state of Indiana continue to make giant leaps in semiconductor research growth with a first-of-its-kind agreement with a cutting-edge European nano- and digital technology innovation hub.
Wearable Ultrasound Patch Provide Non-Invasive Deep Tissue Monitoring
More effectively measuring tissue stiffness could help treat cancer, sports injuries and more.
PsiQuantum Expands Development Engagement and Plan for Production Ramp of Quantum Computing Technology at SkyWater’s Minnesota Fab
SkyWater Technology today announced PsiQuantum has expanded its development agreement with the company and its plan to produce silicon photonic chips that will become part of future quantum computing systems.
Critical Manufacturing Recognized as a Leader in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for MES for Third Consecutive Year
Critical Manufacturing, a provider of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), has been recognized as a Leader in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems for the third consecutive time.
Worldwide Silicon Wafer Shipments Decline in Q1 2023, SEMI Reports
Worldwide silicon wafer shipments slipped 9.0% quarter-over-quarter to 3,265 million square inches in the first quarter of 2023 and 11.3% from the 3,679 million square inches recorded during the same quarter last year.
