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Vision

To create a globally-preeminent research capability while strengthening North Texas industries and communities

Goals

  • Lead cutting-edge research to advance fundamental understanding of materials and devices for harsh environments.
  • Lead a consortium of industry and academia to expand workforce development and programming.
  • Provide custom semiconductor processing and device support to assist the industry with new material development.
  • Leverage expertise in innovation and entrepreneurship to assist semiconductor start-up companies to thrive in this ecosystem.

Centers & Programs

Center for Harsh
Environment Semiconductors and Systems (CHESS)

Semiconductor
Workforce
Development

Custom Semiconductor
Processing and
Device Support

Impact

Workforce

Training and upskilling will develop an educated workforce ready to make an impact.

Entrepreneurs & Small Business

Aspires to support prototyping, fabrication, and testing of innovative chips and devices for proof of concept and faster time to market.

US Government and National Security

Access to innovation, prototyping, and low-volume manufacturing for specialized parts.

Semiconductor Industry

The US national industrial base will be stronger with a pipeline for innovation, investment, and qualified workers.

Investors

Increased opportunities to access early-stage companies and support for commercialization.

North Texas Industry

Access to trained workers, and research and innovation for commercialization.

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News

  • UTD Aims To Strengthen Semiconductor Tech, Trade with New Hubs

    UTD Aims To Strengthen Semiconductor Tech, Trade with New Hubs

    Electronics that will be launched into space or used in military operations need to operate reliably under the most challenging conditions. The University of Texas at Dallas has opened a new research center to advance semiconductor technology and test electronics in this highly specialized field.