Unlocking the Future of Transistor Scaling – MOSFETs, FinFETs & GAA-FETs for Advanced Technology Nodes | 19 May 2025, Monday | 09:00 - 17:00hrs | Level 3
As the semiconductor industry moves toward the Angstrom era, device scaling faces unprecedented challenges. Traditional MOSFET architectures have reached their physical limits, paving the way for FinFETs and, more recently, Gate-All-Around (GAA) transistors. These advancements are redefining the fundamental principles of transistor design, enabling next-generation logic devices with improved performance, energy efficiency, and manufacturability.
This in-depth workshop is designed for semiconductor professionals, researchers, and engineers seeking to enhance their understanding of transistor physics and device architectures for advanced technology nodes. Participants will gain critical insights into how these cutting-edge transistors operate, their unique design challenges, and the latest breakthroughs in their fabrication and optimization. Through a combination of theoretical discussions and real-world industry case studies, this session will provide a comprehensive knowledge base to navigate the future of transistor scaling.
Course Highlights:
- MOSFET Scaling & Short-Channel Effects
- Understand the fundamental challenges as transistors shrink beyond conventional limits.
- FinFET Technology Evolution
- Explore how tri-gate architectures revolutionized CMOS technology and extended Moore’s Law.
- GAA & Nanosheet Transistors
- Delve into the next generation of transistor designs that offer superior electrostatic control and scalability.
- Critical Challenges in Advanced Nodes
- Address key bottlenecks such as gate dielectric scaling, contact resistance, mobility engineering, and quantum effects.
- Emerging Materials & Innovations
- Discover how 2D materials, high-mobility channels, and novel device architectures are shaping the future.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is ideal for:
- Semiconductor professionals and engineers working on advanced device design and manufacturing.
- Researchers and academics exploring novel transistor architectures and emerging materials.
- Technology leaders and decision-makers seeking to understand the roadmap for future transistor scaling.
Whether you are an experienced engineer looking to refine your expertise or a researcher exploring disruptive transistor technologies, this workshop will equip you with the essential knowledge to stay at the forefront of semiconductor innovation.