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National Microelectronics Institute
Innovation Centre
Oakfield Campus
Marlowe Avenue
Swindon
SN3 3JR
United Kingdom
Phone
01506 401210
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Web Address
www.nmi.org.uk
Future World Symposium debates the domino effects of open source
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) has announced that a panel debate on open source models will take place at the Future World Symposium. Entitled 'the disruptive effect of open source' the session has been created to bring a fresh perspective on the far reaching consequences for traditional commercial models. It will examine the benefits and tradeoffs that open source brings and address how companies can simultaneously scale innovation and deliver profits using the approach.
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NMI's CEO receives doctorate at University of Glasgow
The University of Glasgow has today awarded an honorary doctorate to Derek Boyd, CEO of the UK semiconductor industry's trade body, the NMI (National Microelectronics Institute).
The accolade, a D. Univ (doctor of the university) was received at the university's faculty of engineering graduation ceremony and was presented by the Principal, Professor Anton Muscatelli.
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Future World Symposium debates financing innovation in the next decade
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) has unveiled the first in a series of panel debate topics to take place at Future World Symposium. Entitled 'financing the next wave of semiconductor innovation', the session will address the declining availability of VC funding and determine potential alternative funding strategies for start-up companies.
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Automotive and electronics industry bodies sign deal to boost UK role in low carbon vehicle sector
The automotive and electronic trade associations, SMMT and NMI, have today announced a reciprocal membership agreement that enables a closer collaboration on technology, innovation and business development between the two sectors.
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Delivering the connected - smart - electronically enabled future
A two day conference that seeks to unveil the paths of global technological innovation throughout the next decade has been announced.
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NMI membership hits 200 with Areva T&D
The membership of the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has reached 200. The Institute, which has seen its membership increase by 100% over the last 3 years, has welcomed global energy transmission and distribution company AREVA T&D as its 200th member.
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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.
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Skills take centre stage as National Microelectronics Institute recognises Indro Mukerjee for Contribution to Industry
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) has presented its 2009 Contribution to Industry Award to Indro Mukerjee, CEO of C-MAC MicroTechnology and Chair of the Semta Electronics Sector Strategy Group. The award was presented by Keith Hodgkinson of award sponsor BIS, The Department for Business Innovation and Skills, at the NMI's prestigious annual awards dinner in London.
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Microelectronics industry names first 'Young Engineer of the Year'
29-year-old Anna Gilbert, a Technical Specialist with NXP, Southampton has received the 'Young Engineer of the Year' award from the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI). Anna was presented with the award at the NMI's prestigious annual awards dinner held in London and attended by 300 guests from across the industry.
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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.
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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.
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NMI creates Design Advisory Board to oversee design sector strategy
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has announced the creation of a Design Advisory Board to oversee its development of strategy and implementation plans for the semiconductor design community.
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Conference optimistic at tackling CMOS variability
Speakers at Europe's second international conference on CMOS variability reached the consensus that by working together and applying new working practices, industry could and would evolve to successfully tackle the challenges presented by CMOS variability at leading edge process geometries.
Hosted at Savoy Place, London by The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), in collaboration with the UK's nanoCMOS Consortium, ICCV 2009 "Living with Variability" attracted expert speakers from around the world and an international audience representing chip designers, manufacturers and tool vendors.
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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.
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Board appointments mirror UK design prowess
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has announced the appointment of two new board directors; Dr Hossein Yassaie, CEO of Imagination Technologies and Ivor Evans, VP of Product Engineering at Cambridge Silicon Radio (CSR).
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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 Ireland. It addressed topics including yield, cycle time, technical capability, productivity, operational efficiency, industry suppliers and human resources.
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Ian Phillips receives microelectronics industry award
Professor Ian Phillips has been recognised by the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) for his major contribution to the UK semiconductor industry. The Contribution to Industry Award, sponsored by BERR, is one of eight annual Ivation Awards made by the NMI.
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Global Semiconductor Alliance And National Microelectronics Institute Form Organizational Alliance
The Global Semiconductor Alliance (GSA), an organization focused on accelerating the growth of the global semiconductor industry, and the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, today jointly announced the signing of a collaborative memorandum of understanding to form an organizational alliance.
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David Burrows appointed Chair of NMI
Dr. David Burrows has been announced as the new Chair of the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the interests of the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland. The appointment was announced by CEO Derek Boyd at the NMI's Annual General Meeting in London.
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NMI membership increases by 50% in a year
The National Microelectronics institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has announced a 50% increase in its membership in little over a year. The University of Southampton has just become the NMI's 150th member.
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Partnership is key to semiconductor business success says NMI
A report from the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) concludes that the successful UK semiconductor firms of the future will ensure that partnering is a fundamental aspect of their business cultures. 'Partnering the Future – Business Innovation in UK Microelectronics' is based on post-graduate research carried out during 2007.
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National Microelectronics Institute creates new class of membership for allied businesses
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has created a new class of membership. 'Business Associate Membership' is intended for companies with a keen interest in the performance of the sector and able to offer additional support to NMI members. The first of the NMI's new Business Associate Members is Oracle, the world's largest enterprise software company.
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NMI honours Ian Burnett
The National Microelectronics institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has presented its 'Contribution to Industry' award to Ian Burnett. The presentation was made at the NMI's annual awards dinner held in London, this year attended by more than 300 people.
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CMOS variability conference hailed a success
Europe's first international conference dedicated to the subject of CMOS variability was hailed a resounding success by its organisers, the National Microelectronics Institute and the UK's nanoCMOS project. 'The Impact of Variability on Design', attracted 130 delegates from across Asia, Europe and the USA.
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NMI launches free legal assistance service
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has introduced a free legal assistance service for its members. The service will be provided through Manches LLP, a commercial law firm specialising in technology and intellectual property work.
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International conference will tackle the impact of CMOS variability on the semiconductor industry
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, in collaboration with the UK's nanoCMOS project, is to hold Europe's first international conference dedicated to the subject of CMOS variability. The conference will take place on 23rd October at the Royal College of Physicians, London.
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Wafer fab study brings reduction in CO2 emissions
An NMI study of air conditioning energy efficiency at sixteen of its members' wafer fabrication plants has identified opportunities to reduce CO2 emissions by more than 40,000 tonnes per year.
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NMI wins best practice awards
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has picked up two awards at the annual Trade Association Forum Best Practice Awards held in London on 10th July. The NMI won the categories for 'Membership Success' and 'Environmental Initiative'.
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NMI's Boyd to chair Electronics Alliance
Derek Boyd, CEO of the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) has been elected as Chairman of the UK Electronics Alliance (UKEA). Formed in 2006, the UKEA is a grouping of the major trade associations within the electronics sector. Boyd replaces Ashley Evans who becomes CEO of the Electronics Knowledge Transfer Network (Electronics KTN).
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NMI welcomes XMOS 100th member
Bristol-based microprocessor start-up XMOS Semiconductor has become the 100th member of the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland.
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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.
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UK fabless operations come together
Fabless companies throughout the UK have come together for the first Operations Network Meeting to be organised by the National Microelectronics Institute (NMI). The new network aims to help members improve operational effectiveness and to increase awareness of the UK fabless sector.
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NMI celebrates 10th anniversary
The National Microelectronics Institute, the trade association representing the semiconductor industry in the UK and Ireland, has celebrated its 10th birthday. The occasion was marked at the NMI's Annual General Meeting and Awards Dinner attended by an international audience of more than 200 people.
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NMI launches machine parts sourcing service dedicated to semiconductor manufacturing
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI), in collaboration with USED4semicon, has launched GLOBALStockroom, a machine parts sourcing service dedicated to semiconductor manufacturing. It aims to reduce downtime, reduce inventory and provide a marketplace for slow moving and obsolete spares. The service has been trialled and tailored during the last 12 months by 3 major manufacturers within the NMI membership.
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Handbook gives tips on private equity investment
The National Microelectronics Institute (NMI) has published a private equity investment handbook for semiconductor start-ups. Featuring a series of articles from successful UK silicon entrepreneurs and specialist venture capital investors, it aims to provide readers with a real-world insight into the major aspects of the fund-raising process. The handbook is free to download from www.nmi.org
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National survey shows strength of UK semiconductor design
The results of its very first national survey of UK semiconductor design have been published by the National Microelectronics Institute. Entitled 'Designed in the UK', the Institute's 55-page report reveals the scale and composition of the sector, its industry and application focus and the key challenges faced. The report concludes that the UK's strength and success in semiconductor design is recognised at an international level and that business confidence in the sector is high.
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