The establishment of New Origin at the University of Twente\u2019s Knowledge Park (Kennispark Twente) aims to boost the semiconductor industry significantly. Photonic integrated circuits (PICs) are becoming increasingly vital for fast data transmission and processing, especially in sectors like telecommunications, data centers, and high-performance computing. Using silicon nitride in these chips provides a robust platform for photonic applications, including sensors, micro-spectrometers, and emerging quantum technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The project, which requires an investment of \u20ac25 million for its initial phase, is backed by a coalition of notable entities, including the University of Twente, PhotonDelta, Oost NL, and Invest NL. The collaborative effort aims to secure detailed financing and manage risk distribution effectively. Additionally, PhotonDelta is investing over \u20ac50 million to ensure the Netherlands remains a leader in next-generation chip technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Silicon nitride is chosen for its superior properties in photonic applications. It offers a stable platform for creating PICs that can handle high data transmission rates. Notably, silicon nitride-based devices have been shown to reduce auto-fluorescence, which can interfere with signal integrity in photonic circuits. Research at the Instituto de Microelectr\u00f3nica de Barcelona highlights that stoichiometric silicon nitride treated at high temperatures in an argon atmosphere can reduce photoluminescence intensity by up to 95%. This makes silicon nitride an ideal material<\/a> for high-performance photonic chips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The project is led by nanotechnologist Guus Rijnders from the University of Twente, who aims to establish a \u2018pure-play PIC Foundry\u2019 dedicated to designing and producing photonic chips. Arne Leinse, CEO of LioniX International, expressed<\/a> confidence in the project\u2019s potential: “We have a lot of money and a lot of possibilities. 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<\/a>Global collaboration and future prospects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n