Microelectronics at ASU
Powering the revival of American microelectronics
Creating a resilient microelectronics innovation ecosystem is critical to America’s security and economic competitiveness. Responding to this need, Arizona State University is working with industry and government partners to reestablish America’s capacity for domestic microelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing and innovation.
ASU is leveraging diverse capabilities and expertise and is coordinating with industry leaders to bolster microelectronics research and development and manufacturing, including the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering and the State of Arizona’s investment in the New Economy Initiative. Building on and enhancing Arizona’s strong industrial base, ASU is working to strengthen the microelectronics supply chain and secure America’s commercial, national security and energy futures.
ASU’s approach is driven by industry needs, including leading microelectronics firms of ASU’s New Economy Industry Council.
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Research to advance innovation and growth
Work with ASU experts to solve technical challenges and develop market-ready technologies
Accessible, industry-relevant infrastructure
Access ASU’s world-class microelectronics R&D facilities and equipment for collaborative research
Preparing a next-generation microelectronics workforce
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ASU’s Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering: catalyzing semiconductor innovation and education
30,000 students
the largest engineering program in the U.S.
7,000+ students
studying microelectronics-related fields
5,100+ graduates
in 2020-2021
150+ faculty
engaged in microelectronics research and teaching
70+
degree programs
7
unique engineering schools
Strengthening Arizona’s microelectronics foundation
Arizona is poised to be at the epicenter of the American microelectronics revolution —
and ASU is committed to ensuring the industry’s success in our state. Working closely with leading microelectronics firms and leveraging Arizona’s investment in the New Economy Initiative, ASU is mobilizing the research and expertise, infrastructure and human capital necessary for industries and enterprises, large and small, to thrive.
This work builds on decades of ASU engagement with business and civic leaders to develop the infrastructure, regulatory environment and talent to meet the needs of a rapidly growing microelectronics industry. As a result, more than 2,800 Arizona-based advanced manufacturers create 138,000 high-paying jobs, driving downstream growth of businesses and jobs across other industries. Most recently, Intel and the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (TSMC) invested a combined $32 billion in three new advanced manufacturing facilities in Arizona, and numerous other firms are making significant investments as well.
Find out how ASU’s innovation is driving the economy in Arizona.
