Wisconsin CHIPS is the statewide hub for semiconductor technology
From quantum computing to sustainable chip design, we’re collaborating to build the future of microelectronics right here in the heart of the Midwest.
Powering progress in Wisconsin
Chips power everything—from medical devices and electric vehicles to AI data centers and agricultural tools. Wisconsin CHIPS scientists and engineers are creating smarter, smaller, and more-efficient chip technologies and bridging education and industry to secure Wisconsin’s place in the global supply chain.
Our mission
We are engineers, researchers, and educators advancing semiconductor technology to serve communities across Wisconsin and the nation.
What we do
Advance chip technology
We tackle the toughest challenges in advanced chip design and fabrication, including circuit architecture, thermal management, and integration of quantum components. Our facilities—from epitaxial growth to high-resolution microscopy to microfabrication—enable end-to-end development and manufacturing.
Prepare a highly skilled workforce
We are developing talent and expertise to grow semiconductor manufacturing here in Wisconsin. UW-Madison is partnering with statewide educational institutions to expand accessible employment pathways and provide opportunities to build in-demand skills that support a circular innovation ecosystem.
Partner with industry and policymakers
We address critical national needs in semiconductor materials, devices, and supply chains—and we know that’s not enough. We’re engaging industry and public leaders at every level to amplify the value of our science, spark investment in innovation, and drive economic growth across Wisconsin.
Latest News
Exploring Decades of Semiconductor Collaboration between Argonne National Lab & UW–Madison
UW–Madison and Argonne National Laboratory have built a portfolio of shared research for decades. Read how semiconductor researchers from all interest areas have benefited from this affiliation.
New facility establishes UW-Madison as a hub for next-generation semiconductors
UW–Madison has launched a state-of-the-art facility focused on ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors, positioning the university as a key player in next-generation chip research and industry collaboration.
Spotlight on Workforce Development: Wisconsin CHIPS Panel Tackles Semiconductor Industry Needs
Wisconsin CHIPS faculty are organizing a panel on Workforce Development for the U.S. Semiconductor Industry at the IEEE conference hosted by UW–Madison, August 4–6, 2025.
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