IITM Semiconductor technologies for healthcare innovation lub
Principal Investigator
Prof. HOD - Interdisciplinary Studies
Objective
- Establish comprehensive supporting infrastructure spanning biomedical technologies and advanced manufacturing systems, Strengthen the Centre for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies (CAST) by enabling adjacent research in biomedical device development, advanced manufacturing and machining processes, robotics and automation for semiconductor manufacturing, materials testing and mechanical characterization, and sustainable engineering practices in electronics manufacturing, Establish a comprehensive ecosystem for biomedical research, translational healthcare technologies, molecular biology, neuroscience, regenerative medicine, bioimaging, diagnostics, and medical device innovation
Description
- This proposal establishes comprehensive supporting infrastructure spanning biomedical technologies and advanced manufacturing systems. These facilities strengthen the Centre for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies (CAST) by enabling adjacent research in biomedical device development, advanced manufacturing and machining processes, robotics and automation for semiconductor manufacturing, materials testing and mechanical characterization, and sustainable engineering practices in electronics manufacturing
Impact
- Advanced device characterization methodologies enabling rapid materials and device qualification, Thin-film engineering protocols for next-generation photonic and RF semiconductor devices, Manufacturing process optimization reducing defects and improving yields, Qualified semiconductor devices for defence, aerospace, and space applications, Reduced import dependency for advanced semiconductor devices and characterization services, Enhanced contribution to national research infrastructure, accelerating development cycles, Democratized access for other research labs, PSUs, MSMEs, and startups in the country, Training and skilled manpower development in advanced usage of scientific equipment