ASU to Host Largest CHIPS R&D Facility

Arizona State University (ASU) has been selected as the site for the third and largest CHIPS for America research and development facility, under the CHIPS and Science Act, aimed at bolstering the U.S. semiconductor industry. This decision highlights Arizona's leadership in the semiconductor field, significantly influenced by Senator Mark Kelly, a key sponsor of the CHIPS Act. Expected to open by 2028 at ASU Research Park in Tempe, the facility will bridge the gap between research and full-scale production, enhancing U.S. leadership in semiconductor technology and ensuring national security. The Biden administration's selection of ASU over contenders like Oregon reflects a strategic move to strengthen the U.S. semiconductor supply chain domestically. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to establish Arizona as a hub for technological innovation and economic growth, creating jobs and attracting investment. It involves significant contributions from the U.S. Department of Commerce and Natcast, underscoring a collaborative federal effort towards technological advancement.