The 1st University to offer
an optical science, engineering and design program
CHIPS and Science Act at the University of Rochester
We have research expertise in optics, laser science, circuits and computer systems, nanoscale electronics and photonics, materials science, and more.
The University of Rochester—and the region more broadly—is poised to fuel innovation and creativity, and support the CHIPS and Science Act initiatives.
Our points of pride
Awarding over 50% of
all degrees in optics in the United States
Home to the largest and most powerful
university-based US Department of Energy laser system program in the nation
Our research strengths
Our faculty are focused on research and development in laser science, optics—quantum, physical, design and engineering, nano, to name a few—circuits and computer systems, nanoscale electronics and photonics, and materials science. For CHIPS specifically, our faculty bring the following research strengths.
Electronic design automation
Integrated photonics
Advanced materials
Metrology
Poised for success
University of Rochester data points
- 30+ courses in CHIPS-related work
- 28+ faculty directly involved in CHIPS-related research
- 65+ high-tech startups
- 400 active US patents
Regional data points
- 88 regional technology universities + 29 community colleges
- 46k+ STEM degrees and certificates awarded
- 118 companies and 33k+ employees with expertise in R&D, chip design, IC engineering, semiconductor supply chain, and advanced manufacturing
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