CHIPS Act Advancing R&D For Microelectronics and Nanotechnology
The Department of Commerce has announced the locations of the first two CHIPS for America R&D Flagship Facilities. Albany, New York, has been selected as the site for a new “NY Creates” nanotechnology R&D flagship facility, while Sunnyvale, California, will host a forthcoming R&D facility focused on microelectronics. These announcements represent important milestones for the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act.
A flagship R&D facility is a state-of-the-art center dedicated to advanced research and development, where scientists, engineers, and industry experts collaborate to solve complex technical challenges. Facilities like “NY Creates” in Albany and the planned Sunnyvale location will focus on cutting-edge nanotechnology and microelectronics, conducting essential research and creating innovations that drive the next generation of U.S. tech leadership. These centers are more than just research labs; they’re vital innovation hubs where academia, industry, and government can collaborate to advance the semiconductor industry.
Continued Growth of US-Based Microelectronics Supply Chains
The Albany facility, led by NY Creates, will focus on nanotechnology R&D, positioning the U.S. at the forefront of semiconductor innovation. This facility will not only drive breakthroughs in chip design and manufacturing processes but also strengthen the U.S. semiconductor workforce by providing training and opportunities for aspiring tech professionals. Meanwhile, the Sunnyvale location is expected to become a leading site for microelectronics research, supporting key developments in chip technology that align with the CHIPS Act’s goal of establishing a robust domestic supply chain.
These new R&D hubs are critical pieces in the broader national effort to strengthen the U.S. microelectronics supply chain and reduce reliance on foreign sources. The CHIPS Act has been central to this mission, promoting domestic semiconductor production, boosting tech innovation, and supporting U.S. economic security.
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