NSTC Research and Development Jump Start Programs
The NSTC has been chartered to identify, conduct, support, and enable semiconductor research and development to best serve the needs of the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem as envisioned by the CHIPS and Science Act. To that end, the NSTC will be developing a robust portfolio of R&D programs spanning both internally performed R&D and externally performed R&D. One of the top priorities for the NSTC for 2024 is to launch a portfolio of external R&D initiatives that will be competitively sourced within the community of NSTC members.
Research Focuses of NSTC Jump Start Programs
At least $100 million will be allocated to initial R&D initiatives with high impact, quick turnaround, and broad ecosystem engagement.
As of the fall of 2024, Natcast has launched three NSTC R&D Jump Start programs: Artificial Intelligence Driven RF Integrated Circuits (AIDRFIC), Test Vehicle Innovation Pipeline (TVIP), and PFAS Reduction and Innovation in Semiconductor Manufacturing (PRISM).
Natcast expects to launch a fourth research topic in the coming months.
AIDRFIC
The AIDRFIC program will enable domestically developed AI-based Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for Radio Frequency Integrated Circuits.
TVIP
The TVIP program will focus on leveraging economies of scale in shared test vehicles to drive innovation.
PRISM
The goal of the PRISM program is to enhance the environmental sustainability of semiconductor manufacturing.
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