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Toray Research Center's First Semiconductor Seminar in Hsinchu

Toray Research Center (TRC), based in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, will hold a private seminar on semiconductor analysis technology on April 17, 2026, in Hsinchu, Taiwan. This marks a significant milestone as it is rare for a Japanese analysis company to conduct a standalone seminar in this leading semiconductor hub.

The seminar aims to facilitate smoother support for Japanese companies engaged in research, technology development, or manufacturing activities in Taiwan. By addressing local technical challenges through analysis and evaluation, TRC intends to enhance technological exchanges with Taiwanese companies and academia, thereby bolstering the local research and development, manufacturing, and collaboration efforts of Japanese firms.

Having cultivated a presence in Taiwan for nearly two decades, TRC is positioning itself as a vital bridge to accelerate semiconductor technology collaboration.

Background of Hsinchu, Taiwan

Hsinchu is globally recognized as a semiconductor powerhouse, home to several leading semiconductor foundries and a multitude of semiconductor-related enterprises and research institutions. In recent years, the rapid advancement of AI technologies has significantly increased the demand for advanced semiconductors. As a result, Japanese companies are increasingly active in establishing research, technology development, and manufacturing bases in Taiwan, which emphasizes the essential nature of technological collaboration.

TRC has a solid track record of nearly 20 years in Taiwan, providing sophisticated analysis and evaluation services to both Japanese and Taiwanese companies through local agents. With a well-structured system catering to Japanese, Chinese, and English-speaking clients, TRC can seamlessly coordinate transportation of samples along with the use of cutting-edge analysis facilities available in Japan.

Seminar Details

As semiconductor devices continue to miniaturize and integrate three-dimensional structures, the importance of accurately understanding interface structures and electronic states has skyrocketed. The upcoming seminar will center around the theme of how to evaluate the 'invisible interfaces and internal structures' that present challenges in next-generation semiconductor development.

The keynote speaker will be Dr. Yasutoshi Okuno, Advisor at SCREEN Holdings, who will address the significance of visualizing interfaces in multilayer thin films at the nanometer scale, essential for next-generation semiconductor devices. Following this, TRC researchers will provide insights into analysis techniques related to electronic state analysis using synchrotron radiation and other advanced methodologies applicable to ultra-thin insulating films and next-generation transistor structures.

Event Information

• - Date: April 17, 2026 (Friday) from 1:15 PM
• - Venue: Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu, Taiwan
• - More Details: TRC Seminar Announcement

With the advancement and miniaturization of semiconductors, the ability to observe and accurately analyze atomic and nano-level interactions, thin film interfaces, and electronic states is crucial. This seminar aims to provide insights through analytical and evaluative methods that enhance accuracy in quality and reliability assessments for research and technology development.

Future Directions

TRC has consistently supported problem-solving in material development and semiconductor device innovation through cutting-edge analytical and evaluative technologies. Moving forward, TRC aims to deepen its technological exchanges with the Taiwanese semiconductor industry and provide analytical support that considers practical aspects such as language assistance and sample transportation for Japanese companies engaged in research, technology development, manufacturing, and collaboration. This is intended to further contribute to advancements in the semiconductor field and the evolution of AI technology.