The semiconductor is the "brain" behind both electronic products and systems. Whether it is mobiles, vehicles, energy, household appliances or artificial intelligence, the component plays a key role. At the same time, Asian countries produce more than half of the world's semiconductors.
Global shortage
During the pandemic, there was a global shortage of semiconductors, resulting in delivery delays for everything from cars to mobile phones. In order to strengthen Europe's position, the EU has initiated the European Chips Act. One goal is for 20 per cent of the world's manufacturing to take place within the Union by 2030. In Sweden, Vinnova plans to finance the establishment of a competence centre for semiconductors as part of the initiative.
Collaboration with the industry
Lund University, KTH, and Chalmers University of Technology - three universities that account for the majority of Swedish education and research in the field of semiconductors - are now joining forces to strengthen the competence centre.
“Our three universities want to work together to strengthen the competitiveness of Swedish industry and society for digitalisation, security and the green transition. In a turbulent world, we create independence and help to ensure access to critical components in Europe," says Erik Renström, President of Lund University.