University of Florida officials and other key partners of the U.S. National Science Foundation Engines: Central Florida Semiconductor Innovation Engine will gather near Kissimmee, Florida, Tuesday for an NSF Engines site visit. The regional coalition aims to boost the state’s semiconductor talent, infrastructure, and research to enhance national security and drive economic growth.
Announced in January, the Central Florida Semiconductor Innovation Engine is one of 10 inaugural NSF Regional Innovation Engines and is led by BRIDG, a Florida-based, not-for-profit, public-private partnership focused on developing and commercializing advanced technologies. It is the only engine with a semiconductor focus and will initially receive up to $15 million for the next two years.
“This program focuses on building a collaborative ecosystem of researchers, manufacturers, suppliers, workforce, and economic development experts to grow the Florida-based chip industry,” said David Arnold, Ph.D., director of the Florida Semiconductor Institute.