Impact Area
Institute research on US semiconductor policy and trusted microelectronics supply chains, and a dialogue series with semiconductor industry leaders.
Overview
The semiconductor industry is a cornerstone of the global economy and plays a crucial role in shaping the success or failure of many other markets. As a bridge between government and industry, the Institute launched a series of dialogues with key industry leaders to inform US government strategy for access, security and industrial policy.
Institute papers trace how legislative and executive branch efforts have shaped the US government and Department of Defense approach to semiconductors, and how US and European semiconductor supply chains depend on one another.
Institute Work
A five-part event series featuring insights from leading industry veterans.
A four-part webinar series on the programs and investments needed to secure the AI manufacturing base.
Results
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Related Research
Semiconductors & Microelectronics
There is no single national policy for semiconductors. However, a variety of legislative and executive branch efforts have shaped how the US government and the Department of Defense (DoD) approach semiconductors.
Jason Blessing
Semiconductors & Microelectronics
The US semiconductor supply chain relies heavily on non-US markets and suppliers for a host of activities related to manufacturing. While Europe accounts for only 10 percent of the global semiconductor supply chain, the US and European semiconductor industries and supply chains are tightly intertwined.
Jason Blessing
Semiconductors & Microelectronics
Semiconductors & Microelectronics
With all the current emphasis on the supply chain issues for microelectronics, as well as the CHIPS Act’s attempt to re-shore production, it is worth considering the unique needs of the US Department of Defense (DoD). The DoD needs access to both commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) microelectronics and trustworthy devices for its weapon systems and operations.
Ted Glum
Relevant Experts
Research Fellow
Events & Briefings
April 23, 2026
Past event
Securing the AI Manufacturing Base
March 26, 2026
Past event
Securing the AI Manufacturing Base
February 19, 2026
Past event
Securing the AI Manufacturing Base
January 22, 2026
Past event
Date not listed
Past event
Engage
Sources: Semiconductor Industry Voices (opens in new tab) · Securing the AI Manufacturing Base (opens in new tab)
