UCLA Launches $125 Million Semiconductor Hub with Industry Giants

UCLA's Henry Samueli School of Engineering has launched a $125 million Semiconductor Hub in partnership with Applied Materials, GlobalFoundries, Meta, Synopsys, and Broadcom. - The hub will accelerate research in semiconductors for AI, autonomous vehicles, robotics, and space systems.

- Doctoral candidates will now spend three years in lab research followed by a one-year industry internship at partner companies. - The initiative aims to reduce reliance on federal funding, following recent freezes on research grants.

- Faculty and industry leaders will collaborate through annual project proposals and specialized research teams. The hub positions UCLA as a leader in semiconductor innovation, bridging academia and industry to meet growing demand for faster, more efficient chips.