Frontiers in Advanced Semiconductor Materials
Friday, 11 April 2025
Semiconductors are a critical technology underpinning the prosperity, resilience and security of society. Rapid progress is driven by continued introduction of new foundry processes, chip architectures, advanced packaging and novel materials. Semiconductor manufacture is a global industry but the UK has specific areas of strength related to advanced materials including R&D, compound semiconductors and equipment manufacture. This panel of industry and innovation experts will discuss trends at the frontier of advanced semiconductor materials, ongoing challenges and opportunities for the UK in the future of the semiconductor industry.
Discussion Points:
- What are the key trends in advanced semiconductor materials, and how are they shaping the future of the industry?
- What challenges does the UK face in maintaining and expanding its strengths in semiconductor R&D, compound semiconductors, and equipment manufacturing?
- How can the UK leverage its expertise in advanced materials to remain competitive in the global semiconductor industry?
- What role do new foundry processes, chip architectures, and advanced packaging play in driving innovation, and how can UK industry capitalise on these developments?