Highlights from Phase 2 Launch of Applied Materials and National University of Singapore as both work together to expand semiconductor research lab
What new development occurred during Phase 2 of the Corporate Lab?
Phase 2 includes:
- A larger, more advanced cleanroom with state-of-the-art semiconductor process equipment.
- Enhanced R&D capabilities for material synthesis and characterization.
- Industry-scale solutions for semiconductor manufacturing challenges, emphasizing integrated processes and interface engineering.
What is the significance of the Applied Materials Professorship at NUS?
The newly established Applied Materials Professorship aims to attract leading experts in semiconductors, materials science, and technology to advance academic research and innovation in these critical fields.
Why is the work at Applied Materials - NUS Advanced Materials Corporate Lab important?
The purpose of the Corporate Lab is to accelerate the discovery of new materials for semiconductor manufacturing and to translate these innovations into commercial applications. It also fosters collaboration in research and talent development, particularly in microelectronics and advanced materials. To meet an ever demanding technology performance in the IOT era, new advanced materials, advanced material systems and complex material engineering are essential to the future development of the semiconductor industry. Hence, for the continuous innovation of advanced materials, an integrated development of chemistry, process and equipment has become imperative.
How long has the collaboration between Applied Materials and NUS been ongoing?
The collaboration between Applied Materials and NUS began in 2018 with the establishment of the Corporate Lab.
How does this collaboration contribute to talent development?
The collaboration introduces new educational and training opportunities for undergraduates, postgraduates, and professionals, equipping them with skills in microelectronics, advanced materials, and process engineering.
Who officially launched Phase 2 of the Corporate Lab?
Phase 2 of the Applied Materials-NUS Advanced Materials Corporate Lab was launched by Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat, who is also the Chairman of the National Research Foundation (NRF).
What are the areas of expertise that the Applied Materials-NUS Advanced Materials Corporate Lab is focused on?
The Applied Materials-NUS Advanced Materials Corporate Lab combines Applied Materials’ leading expertise in materials engineering and semiconductor technologies with NUS’ world-class and multi-disciplinary R&D capabilities that span applied chemistry, materials science and microelectronics process engineering.
The collaboration will focus on R&D in advanced materials engineering with the intent to create innovations that can be quickly transferred into commercial applications.
What are the achievements of the Corporate Lab since its establishment?
Since 2018, the lab has developed several patented innovations in chemistry, semiconductor processes, and hardware design. It has also sponsored scholarships and facilitated the scale-up of research into real-world applications.
How does this partnership align with Singapore's research priorities?
Supported under the Research, Innovation, and Enterprise 2025 (RIE2025) plan, the collaboration strengthens Singapore’s position as a global hub for semiconductor research, aligns with the country’s economic growth strategy, and enhances its talent pipeline.
What role does the Corporate Lab play in the “Singapore 2030” plan?
The collaboration aligns with Applied Materials’ “Singapore 2030” plan by enhancing the country’s R&D capabilities, strengthening manufacturing capacity, building partnerships within the technology ecosystem, and fostering workforce development.
Where is the Applied Materials-NUS Advanced Materials Corporate Lab located?
The lab is hosted at NUS’s College of Design and Engineering and Faculty of Science, leveraging multi-disciplinary expertise in applied chemistry, materials science, and microelectronics process engineering.
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