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About the Chair

 

The chair aims to contribute to technology development, support research and innovation, and reduce carbon emissions. It also aims to develop national competencies and achieve localization targets in the semiconductor field, one of the most vital and important technical fields in the digital age.

 

VISION

 

To become a global leader in cutting-edge research and innovation in semiconductor and microchip technologies, driving advancements that shape the future of electronics, communication, and sustainable development.

MISSION

 

To foster pioneering research, design, and development in semiconductor and microchip technologies by: 

  • Cultivating interdisciplinary collaborations between academia, industry, and government. 
  • Training and mentoring the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. 
  • Advancing high-impact publications, patentable technologies, and real-world solutions for national and global challenges.

Our Objective stratigecs

 

Advance Scientific Research and Innovation

التميز

Conduct cutting-edge research in semiconductor and microchip technologies, including emerging materials like GaN, SiC, and CMOS, as well as next-generation device architectures. 

Focus on high-impact areas such as RF/mmWave systems, AI hardware, power electronics, and heterogeneous chiplet integration. 

Produce world-class scientific publications and secure patents that contribute to technological advancement and global competitiveness.

Foster Talent and Build Technical Capacity

التنافسية

Develop specialized training programs, graduate scholarships, and hands-on research opportunities to cultivate the next generation of microelectronics engineers and scientists. 

Host seminars, workshops, and certification courses to upskill students, faculty, and industry professionals in IC design, fabrication, and testing. 

Promote interdisciplinary learning by integrating electronics, materials science, physics, and computer engineering.

Drive Impact Through Collaboration and Societal Engagement

التطوير

Build strategic partnerships with local and international universities, research centers, and semiconductor foundries (e.g., UMS) to accelerate innovation and prototyping. 

Support local industries by providing consultancy services, design-to-tapeout support, and access to advanced semiconductor R&D infrastructure. 

Align with national development goals (Saudi Vision 2030) to localize semiconductor technologies and strengthen regional self-sufficiency in advanced electronics. 

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Last updated on : July 11, 2025 12:24am