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Cornell upgrades lab with MOCVD system for next-gen nitride materials

What happened

Cornell University has upgraded its laboratory with a new MOCVD system to advance research into next-generation nitride semiconductors. This academic R&D aims to support future technologies like quantum computing and advanced RF/power devices. Neutral: This is a long-term, foundational research development with no immediate impact on commercial supply, demand, or pricing for electronic components.

Impact and signal

Low impactImpact score: 8/100

Affected components and suppliers

GaNRFPower Semiconductors

R&DMOCVDnitride

Source and time

Source: Semiconductor Today · 11/25/2025 · View original source

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Cornell upgrades lab with MOCVD system for next-gen nitride materials

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