The Design Platform, funded via Chips JU and coordinated by imec, is set to become the go-to hub for startups in integrated circuit (IC) design—covering electronic, photonic, quantum chips, MEMS, and flexible electronics. “We want to make startups more successful, quicker,” says Romano Hoofman, Strategic Development Director, imec. This initiative lowers barriers to tools, fabrication, and training—both…
At the inauguration of the Swedish Chips Competence Centre, the Executive Director of Chips Joint Undertaking (JU), Jari Kinaret, took the opportunity to underline the strategic importance of the national competence centres, one of four areas that CHIPS JU are funding as part of the first pillar of the Chips Act. In addition to setting…
On 22 September, the SCCC officially inaugurated its offices at the LOOP, Science Village in Lund, gathering Swedish, Nordic and European stakeholders as well as Chips JU and Vinnova management. Key takeaway from the event was that collaboration between industry, academia and government is vital to success and SCCC’s mission is to be present for…
The Swedish Chips Competence Centre (SCCC) is here, and we’re building something big. Together with leading researchers, startups, and industry pioneers, we’re shaping the future of semiconductors, developing new technologies, accelerating innovation, and strengthening Europe’s position in this critical industry as part of the Chips JU. Bridging Research and Industry We’re rolling out access to…
