The National Competence Centre acts as a one-stop-shop for research and development, prototyping, testing, and training in advanced semiconductor technologies, fostering innovation and skills development in a strategically important sector.
Name in original language
Nacionalni centar kompetencija za poluvodiče i mikroelektroniku
Initiative overview
The National Competence Centre for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies is a strategic initiative aimed at boosting Europe’s and Croatia’s (or the respective country’s) capacity in semiconductors. It:
- Provides integrated services in R&D, prototyping, testing, and training related to semiconductors.
- Serves as a hub for collaboration between academia, industry, and government in developing next-generation chip technologies.
- Offers specialised training programmes to develop a highly skilled workforce in semiconductor design, fabrication, and testing.
- Facilitates innovation and commercialisation of semiconductor-related research outputs.
- Supports the digital and green transitions by enabling access to cutting-edge microelectronics and semiconductor capabilities.
By functioning as a centralised resource, the Centre accelerates the development of critical technologies, strengthens regional and national semiconductor ecosystems, and ensures long-term competitiveness in the global market.
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
Ruđer Bošković Institute
