BRIDG
BRIDG is a non-profit organization that quickly turns new ideas into real-world solutions. It provides companies with access to advanced tools and facilities such as the Center of Neovation. This allows businesses to create prototypes, test ideas, and develop products. BRIDG supports industries by providing the infrastructure and resources needed to move from concept to production efficiently.
Besides helping with prototypes and small-scale manufacturing, BRIDG connects businesses with research from universities and government labs. Doing so helps spark new ideas and connections. BRIDG plays a crucial role in fields such as healthcare, space exploration, agriculture, and cybersecurity by bridging the gap between early ideas and finished products. Their goal is to make advanced technology easier for businesses to use, which helps drive innovation and grow the economy.
imec
imec is a world-renowned research and development company based in Belgium. It focuses on creating advanced technologies, especially in areas like microchips, healthcare, and renewable energy. imec works with universities, businesses, and governments to find innovative solutions to complex problems. They help develop new materials, devices, and systems that can improve everything from electronics to medical equipment. Their goal is to push the boundaries of technology and bring new ideas to life.
One of the key strengths of imec is its ability to work with different industries. They collaborate with companies to create practical applications for their research. For example, imec has been involved in making smaller, more powerful microchips and improving clean energy technology. By working with partners from all over the world, imec plays an important role in shaping the future of technology and making it more accessible for everyday use.
Skywater Technology
SkyWater operates an advanced facility in Minnesota that produces 200mm wafers for microchips and is currently expanding to 300mm wafers to meet growing demand. Their collaboration with BRIDG at NeoCity helps build a stronger domestic supply chain for high-tech industries. This partnership helps position NeoCity as a central hub for technological advancements in the U.S.
