Improved materials are required for progress in fields including printed electronics, semiconductors, aerospace & defense, energy, and life sciences/medical care. Developing such materials and chemicals involves considerations of performance, cost, manufacturability, safety, and stability. Scaling production of new materials is a very different challenge than making 50 grams in a laboratory. Transitioning/commercializing new materials is a separate effort where intellectual property, regulation, quality control, system documentation, supply chain development, and business relationships become key. This talk will address these aspects of introducing a new material into our enterprise.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Larry Takiff, PhD
Larry Takiff is co-Founder and President of Akita Innovations LLC, a small business in Massachusetts that develops and produces novel chemicals and materials for government and commercial customers. He founded Akita in 2012 with Lawrence Hancock after working at Polaroid Corporation, Aprilis Inc., and Nomadics/ICx/FLIR Systems. He is a chemist by training and a businessman by necessity. At Akita, he has initiated and led projects in materials R&D and pilot production for a variety of government agencies/DoD components and for commercial partners. Currently he is leading an effort to scale production of a decontamination fluid for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), and a FlexTech project to advance the TRL/MRL of a dielectric ink for printed electronics, as well as several Phase II SBIR development projects.
Join us for this insightful Master Class with Larry Takiff, PhD, Co-Founder and CEO of Akita Innovations LLC, as he explores the path from lab-scale breakthroughs to scalable material solutions across high-impact industries. Dr. Takiff will dive into the challenges and strategies of transitioning novel materials such as those used in printed electronics, semiconductors, aerospace, and medical devices into commercial success.
Development, Scaling, and Transition of Novel Chemicals & Materials
Flexible Electronics Master Class #28
10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Add to Calendar2025-11-12 10:00:002025-11-12 11:30:00FEMC#28 Development, Scaling, and Transition of Novel Chemicals & MaterialsJoin us for this insightful Master Class with Larry Takiff, PhD, Co-Founder and CEO of Akita Innovations LLC, as he explores the path from lab-scale breakthroughs to scalable material solutions across high-impact industries. Dr. Takiff will dive into the challenges and strategies of transitioning novel materials such as those used in printed electronics, semiconductors, aerospace, and medical devices into commercial success.United StatesSEMI.org[email protected]America/Los_AngelespublicWatch on-demand
In this engaging two-hour Masterclass organized by SEMI, we explore the groundbreaking role of magnetic materials, particularly magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs), in biomedical fields. The session commences with an in-depth review of the physics and synthesis of MNPs, including comprehensive discussions on fundamental theories, synthesis methods, and advanced MNP surface functionalization strategies. Attendees will gain insights into the characterization techniques used to analyze the physicochemical properties of MNPs.
The Masterclass transitions to the applications of MNPs in therapeutic and diagnostic contexts. We will review cutting-edge MNP-based therapies, such as magnetic hyperthermia therapy, targeted drug and gene delivery, and magnetic neurostimulation. In addition, we will discuss various MNP-based diagnostic techniques, including magnetoresistive (MR) sensing, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), magnetic particle spectroscopy (MPS), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and magnetic particle imaging (MPI). A critical focus of this Masterclass will be on safety and biocompatibility issues associated with the use of MNPs in vivo, examining the toxicity of MNPs, immune responses, and their circulation time in the human body.
The latter part of the session will introduce participants to the innovative field of micromagnetic neural stimulation, an infant yet extremely promising field. We will delve into the design and efficacy of micromagnetic devices, such as the Magnetic Pen (MagPen) and Magnetic Patch (MagPatch) Array, which utilize micrometer-sized coils (μcoils) for targeted neural activation. This is particularly for patients with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and for reducing opioid dependency, with insights drawn from current research supported by the NIH Blueprint Medtech Program. By the end of the Masterclass, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of the potential clinical applications of MNPs and MEMs-based micromagnetic neurostimulators.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dr. Renata Saha, Senior Scientist, Dupont
Dr. Renata Saha is a Senior Scientist at DuPont located in Wilmington, DE. She holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, which she earned in August 2023. Her undergraduate degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering was obtained from the National Institute of Technology in Durgapur, India. During the summer of 2017, she was an undergraduate research intern at Conseil européen pour la Recherche Nucléaire (CERN), located in Geneva, Switzerland working on the ALICE experiment upgrade.
Dr. Saha is the recipient of 3-year College of Science & Engineering Fellowship, Women in Technology Scholarship 2021-2022 from Cadence Design Systems, and the Graduate Neuromodulation Research Fellowship 2022-2023 from MnDRIVE. She was also elected an iREDEFINE Fellow in 2022 by ECEDHA and was named a Rising Star in EECS. She has published over 30 journal articles, 3 US patents, and 2 book chapters.
Her expertise and research interests involve designing and developing microelectromechanical systems (MEMs) devices for neuromodulation and cardiovascular monitoring, characterizing magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) for potential biomarkers. Outside of her research and work, Dr. Saha is trained in Indian classical dance form, Odissi, and enjoys performing and choreographing the art form.
In this two-hour Masterclass, Dupont Senior Scientist Renata Saha delves into the biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs), covering their manufacturing, functionalization as well as therapeutic and diagnostic uses including safety considerations such as biocompatability and toxicology.
Innovations in Magnetic Materials: Application in Biomedical Engineering
Flexible Electronics Master Class #26
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Add to Calendar2025-10-29 10:00:002025-10-29 12:00:00FEMC #26 Innovations in Magnetic Materials: Applications in Biomedical EngineeringIn this two-hour Masterclass, Dupont Senior Scientist Renata Saha delves into the biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs), covering their manufacturing, functionalization as well as therapeutic and diagnostic uses including safety considerations such as biocompatability and toxicology. United StatesSEMI.org[email protected]America/Los_Angelespublic
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Graphene, a two-dimensional material with extraordinary electrical, mechanical, and biocompatible properties, is emerging as a key enabler for the next generation of medical devices. In this presentation, we will explore how Graphenea, through its advanced Graphene Foundry services, is driving the integration of graphene into scalable device manufacturing for biomedical applications. Attendees will gain insight into our end-to-end fabrication capabilities, from graphene synthesis, wafer-scale CVD graphene growth to cleanroom device prototyping and packaging. We will showcase examples of graphene-based biosensors, flexible electronics, and neural interfaces developed through our foundry platform, emphasizing their potential impact in diagnostics, monitoring, and therapeutic applications. The session will also address the challenges of material integration, process scalability, and regulatory pathways for graphene in medical technologies, providing a practical roadmap for researchers and companies looking to bring graphene-enabled devices from lab to market.
INBRAIN: Pioneering Precision Neuroelectronics: From Materials to Scalable Therapies
The convergence of materials science, artificial intelligence, and neuromodulation is transforming the future of neuroscience. This talk explores how high-density graphene-based brain-computer interfaces are enabling real-time decoding and precision modulation of neural circuits. Carolina Aguilar, CEO and Co-Founder of INBRAIN Neuroelectronics, will present the technological and clinical journey behind the world’s first graphene neural interface in humans, and how this platform is designed to deliver adaptive, patient-specific therapies for neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease. The session will highlight the translational path from research to regulated medical devices, and the role of Europe in leading responsible innovation in neurotechnology
ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:
Jesús de la Fuente
Jesús de la Fuente is the founder and CEO of Graphenea, a leading graphene production company established in 2010. Before founding Graphenea, he served as a Manager at Arthur Andersen, Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers in advisory professional services, and Managing Director at an industrial materials distribution company. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Deusto University and an Executive MBA from IESE Business School. Under his leadership, Graphenea has become a world-leading graphene producer, contributing to the development of graphene applications across various sectors in over 60 countries.
Carolina Aguilar
Carolina Aguilar is the CEO and Co-Founder of INBRAIN Neuroelectronics, a neurotechnology company pioneering the use of graphene-based brain-computer interfaces for precision neuromodulation. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, including 13 years at Medtronic where she led global businesses in brain modulation and diabetes, she has built a career at the intersection of innovation, neuroscience, and impact. Under her leadership, INBRAIN achieved the first-in-human implantation of a graphene neural interface and received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation. Carolina is also a 2025 World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer and a strong advocate for responsible, human-centric deep tech in Europe for the world.
Join us for this exciting Master Class with Jesús de la Fuente, Founder and CEO of Graphenea, and Carolina Aguilar, CEO and Co-Founder of INBRAIN, as they showcase their pioneering efforts of integrating graphene into scalable medical devices highlighting advancements in various medtech applications including biosensors and neural interfaces.
Enabling Next-Generation Medical Devices: Graphene Device Manufacturing
Flexible Electronics Master Class #25
9:00 am - 11:00 am
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Add to Calendar2025-09-10 09:00:002025-09-10 11:00:00FEMC#25 Enabling Next-Generation Medical Devices: Graphene Device ManufacturingJoin us for this exciting Master Class with Jesús de la Fuente, Founder and CEO of Graphenea, and Carolina Aguilar, CEO and Co-Founder of INBRAIN, as they showcase their pioneering efforts of integrating graphene into scalable medical devices highlighting advancements in various medtech applications including biosensors and neural interfaces.United StatesSEMI.org[email protected]America/Los_AngelespublicWatch Now!
INAUGURAL EVENT FOCUSED ON SMART MANUFACTURING & SMART MOBILITY
Join us for a groundbreaking Midwest conference and tradeshow on April 1-2, 2025, focused on Smart Manufacturing and Smart Mobility with an emphasis on the semiconductor industry! Automotive electronics and smart manufacturing are two of the key end markets on the path to $1T in semiconductor revenue.
A significant amount of both markets is concentrated in the Midwestern United States. SEMIEXPO in the Heartland will bring these two key markets together and provide an opportunity for collaboration and growth.
Smart Manufacturing
The program will focus on the deployment of Industry 4.0 or Smart Manufacturing tools, technologies, and methods for the semiconductors required for this growing market.
Smart Mobility
The program will unite stakeholders in the semiconductors/sensors and mobility ecosystems to identify and address technical issues and supply chain dynamics that are best addressed collectively.
Ways to Participate
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MAKE YOUR MARK AT THE INAUGURAL SEMIEXPO HEARTLAND
Plan Now to Exhibit or Sponsor. Contact— Shane Poblete | +1 202-847-5983 | [email protected]
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April 1–2, 2025
Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN
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