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Cardiff University and IQE extend strategic partnership

What happened

Cardiff University and IQE plc have extended their strategic partnership for another five years, focusing on expanding research capacity in compound semiconductor technologies and talent development. This collaboration aims to support the expansion of IQE's manufacturing operations in South Wales. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D and talent development initiative with no immediate, direct impact on component supply, pricing, or trader decisions.

Impact and signal

Low impactImpact score: 8/100

Affected components and suppliers

Compound Semiconductors

IQE plc

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Source and time

Source: Semiconductor Today · 12/11/2023 · View original source

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Cardiff University and IQE extend strategic partnership

What happened

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