By Applied Materials and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have announced a collaboration to bring advanced nano-fabrication equipment and capabilities to MIT.nano, the prestigious university’s center for nanoscale science and engineering.
Under this partnership, Applied Materials will supply state-of-the-art process tools capable of supporting 150 and 200mm wafers and will enhance and upgrade an existing tool already owned by MIT. This collaboration aims to establish a dedicated research and development site that matches the scale and equipment used in high-volume production fabs.
MIT’s Vice President for Research, Maria Zuber, emphasizes the importance of manufacturing capabilities in turning innovative chip designs into reality. She highlights that MIT.nano’s collaboration with Applied Materials will enable the smooth transition of cutting-edge ideas from the lab bench to industry foundries for large-scale manufacturing.
To facilitate this collaboration, more than $40 million in private and investment funds has been committed, including a generous $7.7 million grant from The Northeast Microelectronics Coalition Hub, which is managed by the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative. Additionally, Applied Materials has joined the MIT.nano Consortium as part of this agreement.
This partnership between Applied Materials and MIT holds great promise for advancing nanoscale science and engineering and fostering innovation in chip design and manufacturing. With access to state-of-the-art technology and equipment, researchers at MIT.nano can now push the boundaries of what is possible in nanofabrication.
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