$13 Million Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant Awarded to Texas A&M University
· Texas Border Business
Governor Greg Abbott announced a $13 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) to Texas A&M University for expanding its Cyclotron Institute in College Station. This institute has been conducting high-energy heavy-ion particle testing for over 30 years. The funding aims to enhance the facility's capabilities for radiation hardness testing, crucial for developing resilient systems in challenging environments. Texas A&M's expansion will include new beam lines and a modern spectrometer, promoting advancements in nuclear science and semiconductor testing. This investment is expected to bolster national security and create high-tech jobs in the region.
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