On Friday, June 13th, Samco Inc. hosted Professor Jun Suda from Nagoya University for a lecture titled “Research and Development of GaN Electronic Devices at Nagoya University.” Professor Suda serves as Advisor to the President of Nagoya University and heads both the GaN Research Strategy Office and the Advanced Semiconductor Research Strategy Office. In his lecture, he shared insights into the evolving landscape of gallium nitride (GaN) power devices, discussing current research trends, challenges in crystal growth and processing, and the future of GaN in next-generation power electronics.
Following the lecture, Professor Suda and our R&D team engaged in active discussions during the Q&A session, making it a highly meaningful and productive session. A total of 50 employees attended the lecture.
Samco offers a lineup of devices capable of atomic-level thin film control, such as ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition) and ALE (Atomic Layer Etching) devices for GaN electronic devices. We have positioned this field as a key area with future growth potential and will continue to expand our market presence.
About Samco Inc.
Samco Inc. (TSE: 6387) stands for Semiconductor And Materials Company, is a leading manufacturer of processing equipment for the semiconductor and related industries founded by Mr. Osamu Tsuji in Kyoto, Japan in 1979. Over the past forty-five years, more than 4,600 Samco systems have been installed and used in 35 different countries. Its equipment and thin film technology are widely adopted in the fabrication of semiconductor devices, including SiC/GaN power/RF devices, GaAs VCSELs, InP Laser Diodes, MEMS, BAW/SAW Filters, TSVs, advanced packaging, and more.
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About Nagoya University
Nagoya University is one of Japan’s leading national research universities, known for its excellence in science, engineering, and innovation. Located in Aichi Prefecture, the university has produced multiple Nobel laureates and maintains a strong global reputation for advanced research in materials science, physics, and semiconductors. Its Graduate School of Engineering is particularly renowned for pioneering work in electronics, energy systems, and compound semiconductor technologies, making it a key contributor to academic–industry collaboration in Japan and beyond.
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TSUCHIHASHI, Atsushi
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DUNCAN, Megan
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