Keynote Speakers

Monday | October 28, 2024 | 8:30 - 9:30

Three dimensional integration is one of the major technology directions for integrated circuits [1]. Nanosystems of 3D integrated “X” technology (N3XT) is a key concept at the chip level, where X can be memory, photonics, spintronics, power electronics, nanomechanics, sensors and actuators, and RF/mm-wave [2]. We must also go beyond a single chip from a wafer and focus on integrating chips into systems using MOSAIC (MOnolithic Stacked Assembled IC) [3]. These future 3D systems require a complete overhaul of the design methodology and design automation. Designs of 3D systems must start from the fundamental assumption that interconnections are in 3D and the interconnection density in all three dimensions are equally dense and efficient. This presents tremendous opportunities for research on system architecture and design automation.

Tuesday | October 29, 2024 | 8:30 - 9:30

In 2030 we will be able to produce 200B transistor monolithic chips and over 1T 3D integrated multi-chiplet solutions. These will get generated from a few million lines of RTL. A massive generation effort. But how much of this will be done with generative AI? How much will be done by classical optimization methods?

As with any new technology there are a lot of open questions. Why can’t we create a L*M to take a processor written in Verilog and generate 1nm DRC clean and timing optimized layout and by-pass the entire EDA stack? Or can we? What is the place of generative AI in Hardware design? This keynote will give some food for thought to ponder these questions.

Tuesday | October 29, 2024 | 12:00 - 13:00

Today's computing models see increasing analog content for two reasons: ever-increasing interaction with an analog real world, and the growing realization that computing on analog substrates can, under certain circumstances, be more efficient than traditional digital computing.  To address the new frontiers opened up by this change, it is vital to explore ways in which EDA and systems design can meet the needs of the design community.    This talk will address the problem of building an ecosystem that supports the full integration of analog design into computing substrates.  Components of this ecosystem range from high-level algorithmic support to back-end design and optimization at the transistor and layout levels.  A summary of the current state of the art, and pointers towards future directions, will be presented.

Wednesday | October 30, 2024 | 8:30 - 9:30

The talk provides information on investments in semiconductors, microelectronics, and quantum computing across the US National Science Foundation. It also presents an overview of the Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) directorate, highlighting its programs related to semiconductors, microelectronics, design automation, and emerging technologies.

Monday | October 28, 2024 | 12:30 - 13:30

Embark on a visionary exploration of the semiconductor industry's path to the coveted One Trillion Dollar Club in our keynote presentation. Delve into three pivotal technology trends shaping this journey:

Novel AI: Uncover the transformative impact of cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence on semiconductor innovation;  Quantum Computing: Explore the quantum frontier and its profound influence on semiconductor capabilities.