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Sharp continues co-exhibition scheme at embedded world 2011
LCDs and LEDs are two very important drivers for innovation and development of electronic devices and applications in almost every kind of industry. As intelligent HMI (Human-Machine-Interface) LCDs are to be found in industrial controls, information clusters of different means of transportation, phones and other communication equipment, white goods, toys, audio visual equipment, just to mention a few. LEDs on the other hand are currently revolut...
Green Light to Start Works at Italy’s Biggest Photovoltaic Panel Factory
Today, Enel Green Power, Sharp and STMicroelectronics have signed a binding letter of commitment for a project financing agreement for 150 million euros for the development of what will be Italy’s biggest photovoltaic panel factory. The 3Sun equal share joint venture thus enters its operational phase, in line with the agreement signed by the three partners on January 4th, 2010, with its statutory bodies having been appointed today. The goal of ...
Board appointments reflect changing NMI membership
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has appointed two new members to its Board of Directors: Patrick McNamee, VP Product Engineering, CSR and Anthony O’Neill, Professor in Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering at Newcastle University.
Scottish Semiconductor Supplier Forum merges with National Microelectronics Institute
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) and the Scottish Semiconductor Supplier Forum (SSSF) have announced that the boards of both trade associations have agreed to a merger. The move sees the NMI assume full responsibility for all activities of the SSSF, whose 60-strong membership will be invited to transfer to the NMI.
NMI announces UK Electronics Skills Foundation to address threat of diminishing skills
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) has announced the creation of the UK Electronics Skills Foundation (UKESF) to address the threat of diminishing skills in the UK electronics sector. The foundation aims to increase and sustain the supply of industry-ready graduate engineers and boost career take-up in the sector.
European Commission states nano and microelectronics are indispensable for Europe's future
The European Commission has stated nano and microelectronics are indispensable for Europe's future, yet problems in skills pipeline and R&D investment must be addressed before benefits can be realised. Yesterday evening the European Commission made a statement highlighting the importance of nanotechnology in Europe's socio-economic future, please find below a statement from the National Microelectronics Institute on this.
York and Cardiff Universities join UK Electronics Skills Foundation
The Universities of Cardiff and York have joined the UK Electronics Skills Foundation, which seeks to reverse the decline in the number of graduates entering the electronics industry by linking electronic engineering degree students with companies for sponsorship and work experience placements.
NMI has announced its 2011 awards today open for entries.
In its ninth year, the annual programme celebrates organisations, individuals and practices that are conducive to a healthy and vibrant UK and Irish electronics industry.
Conference will show how to manage CMOS Variability
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, in collaboration with the UK’s nanoCMOS Consortium, has announced it is to host its second international conference on CMOS variability. ICCV 2009 “Living with Variability” will take place 12-13th May 2009 at the IET’s Savoy Place, London.
Fabs that benchmark perform better says NMI
Benchmarking is a vital activity for the UK and Ireland’s semiconductor manufacturers according to a recent survey by the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland. The survey entitled ‘How do you measure up?’ analysed data from the 15 wafer fabrication plants in the NMI's membership, representing the majority of the manufacturing capability in the UK and I...