Semiconductor Innovation Initiative
Fueling the diverse aspects of semiconductors
Our mission is to develop innovations that fuel the diverse aspects of semiconductors including innovations in materials, design, electronic design automation, manufacturing, security, packaging and power delivery and workforce development
Discover the University of Maryland's work across the semiconductor ecosystem. Explore the people, research, and partnerships advancing semiconductor innovation and building the technologies of the future.
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Research:
Materials Science Research for Semiconductors
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Reliability and Thermal Management
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Compound Semiconductors and Power Delivery
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Neuromorphic Computing and AI
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Electronic Design Automation and Co-Design
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Hardware Security
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Innovative Circuits and Designs
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Quantum Semiconductors and Optoelectronics
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The Nations Semiconductor Strategy Needs Maryland Engineering’s Expertise
Semiconductors are critical to the health of our economy and strength of our national defense. It is therefore critical that the supply chain providing access to semiconductor technology is robust and secure, and we have the domestic research, workforce, and manufacturing facilities to support it. Maryland Engineering is playing a key role in meeting these needs. We are excited to bring our leadership and technical capability to a strategic area of national interest.
Samuel Graham, Dean
A Message from the Director
The University of Maryland is building a globally recognized semiconductor innovation ecosystem through research, education, and strategic partnerships.
Our strength comes from world-class faculty, cutting-edge facilities, and collaborations across academia, industry, and government. Together, we are advancing semiconductor materials, devices, packaging, and workforce development to meet national priorities.
The momentum created by the CHIPS and Science Act presents an unprecedented opportunity to accelerate discovery, strengthen domestic semiconductor capabilities, and prepare the next generation of innovators.
I look forward to working with our partners as we continue to expand UMD's leadership and impact in the semiconductor field.
Ankur Srivastava
Director, Semiconductor Initiative and Innovation
Increase in semiconductor-related employment within the U.S.
Expected value of U.S. semiconductor market in 2025.
Private investment in 2025 that is going into U.S. semiconductors, expected to create 500,000+ jobs.
Early 2025 chip sales are up 19%.
Amount the United States exported in semiconductor products in 2024.