National security in the 21st century demands more than just traditional military force. It requires a constant influx of new ideas, cutting-edge technologies, and a deep understanding of evolving threats.
This is where the powerful partnership between academia and the Department of Defense (DoD) comes into play. By tapping into ►
The 2024 Microelectronics Commons Year in Review explores the accomplishments, milestones, workforce development efforts and collaboration within Commons in year one of the program. Flip through the booklet above to ►
The Microelectronics Commons Annual Meeting & NSTC Symposium took place in Washington, D.C. on October 28-30, hosting 1,000 in-person and 1,100 virtual attendees. With headliners such as The Honorable Kathleen H. Hicks, Deputy Secretary of Defense, The Honorable Frank Kendall, Secretary of the Air Force, and The Honorable Arati Prabhakar, ►
September 25, 2024 – This week, Department of Defense (DoD) and White House senior officials traveled on a roadshow across the nation, visiting three regional Microelectronics Commons Hub locations to announce the first round of project awards and discuss the program’s milestones. The White House prioritized these in-person visits following ►
In an era where technological advancements are rapidly reshaping military operations, acquisition processes within the government are a key element to success. The defense industry is experiencing a surge of emerging technologies that promise to enhance capabilities and improve operational efficiency. From artificial intelligence and machine learning to innovative materials ►
September 17, 2024 – The White House announced that the DoD, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division and the National Security Technology Accelerator (NSTXL), has awarded the first round of technical projects through Microelectronics Commons. A total of 33 projects have been awarded across the eight Hubs, including ►
August 29, 2024 – Registration is now open for the 2024 Microelectronics Commons Annual Meeting and National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) Symposium on October 28-30, 2024, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C.
Join us on October 29 and 30 for the 2024 Microelectronics Commons Annual Meeting to hear from ►
A crucial aspect of government innovation is the ability to collaborate between agencies. These partnerships often go under the radar but are a key aspect of rapid innovation. Without the support of neighboring agencies who play a role in the success of a project, innovation can be hindered or blocked. ►
The NDIA Emerging Technologies conference in Washington, D.C. featured a wide range of congressional leaders who discussed what’s at the forefront of innovation for defense technology. This three-day event featured discussions on everything from acquisition approaches to innovative data management solutions. With representatives from offices including Test and Evaluation (T&E), ►
This month marks two years since President Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law. In 2022, nearly $53 billion was invested in the effort to re-onshore semiconductor manufacturing capabilities to the United States. Over the last two years, the CHIPS and Science Act celebrated many “historic achievements,” including ►
