IIT Delhi, Micron join hands for semiconductor innovation

New Delhi

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has partnered with Micron Technology to advance semiconductor research and AI-driven innovation in India. Announced on Tuesday, this collaboration will focus on cutting-edge research in electronic materials and AI-powered modelling.

Facilitated by IIT Delhi’s Corporate Relations office, the initiative is designed to bridge academic research with industry needs, especially in the semiconductor field, which is evolving rapidly. Researchers will work on improving copper-based electronic components by using neural models to predict fatigue and prevent fractures. These developments are expected to improve the durability and efficiency of semiconductor devices.

Professor Preeti Ranjan Panda, Dean of Corporate Relations at IIT Delhi, said, "At IIT Delhi, we are committed to fostering industry-academia collaborations that drive impactful research and innovation." He added that this collaboration blends academic knowledge with real-world applications to tackle key challenges in the sector.

Micron’s Vice President, Gurtej S. Sandhu, also expressed optimism. "Micron's partnership with IIT Delhi will drive our joint efforts in developing cutting-edge AI models and crystal plasticity frameworks," he said, emphasizing their shared vision for the future of semiconductor technology.

According to recent government data, India is home to around 20% of the global semiconductor design workforce. The country’s chip demand, currently valued at $45–50 billion, is projected to reach $100–110 billion by 2030.

S. Krishnan, Secretary at MeitY, highlighted the role of Nano Centres in training talent and supporting India’s goal of building a semiconductor-ready workforce of 85,000 professionals.