Czech Delegation Visits NCKU to Explore Semiconductor Research and Academia-Industry Collaboration
Written By Elysee Chung & Innovation Headquarters. Image credit to Innovation Headquarters.
Ms. Jana Havlíková led a delegation to visit National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) on 12th of September.
Ms. Jana Havlíková, the Deputy Minister of Ministry for Science, Research and Innovation in Czech Republic, led a delegation to visit National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) on 12th of September. The group includes representatives from Czech Economic and Cultural Office, multiple universities and companies. Together with Academy of Innovative Semiconductor and Sustainable Manufacturing (AISSM), Innovation Headquarters, and Core Facility Center, Dr. Yung-Chun Lee (李永春), NCKU’s Executive Vice President, warmly welcomed the Czech visitors. At a conference room at 10th Floor in Instrumentation Equipment Building in Tzu-Chiang Campus, they discuss the topic of semiconductor research and academia-industry collaboration projects.
Ms. Havlíková is looking forward to learn NCKU’s research outcome and the experience on academia-industry collaboration, with the hope of fostering future research collaborations.
This is Ms. Havlíková fourth visit in Taiwan and first time in Tainan, and she is thrilled about connecting with NCKU. Her first visit to Taiwan was during the “SEMICON Taiwan 2022” exhibition, which left her deeply impressed by the innovation and creativity of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. The Czech group is constituted of professionals from multiple universities and companies, who are ready to discuss topics related to semiconductor, talent cultivation, and academia-industry collaboration with Taiwan’s experts. The Czech Republic, as the most industrial nation in the European Union, has often discussed issues related to smart manufacturing, which is closely connected with instruments and infrastructure. As Ms. Havlíková emphasized, the Czech Republic has unique research infrastructure, having more than 40 Large Research Infrastructures with unique equipment and instruments. She is looking forward to learning NCKU’s research outcome and the experience on academia-industry collaboration, with the hope of fostering future research collaborations.
“Today’s event represents more than a simple exchange of information; but marks a new chapter of cooperative dialogue between the two sides,” said Dr. Lee.
Dr. Lee led several university executives to welcome Ms. Havlíková and her delegation. He emphasized that today’s focus is on the semiconductor industry and academia-industry collaboration, topics that have recently been a key focus at NCKU. He expressed his pleasure at the gathering, where he can introduce NCKU’s resources, capabilities, and achievements related to these two areas.
The Czech Republic is renowned for its scientific research, industrial development, and high-quality higher education. Through this event, NCKU can learn from the Czech Republic’s experience and engage in in-depth discussions. “Today’s event represents more than a simple exchange of information; but marks a new chapter of cooperative dialogue between the two sides,” said Dr. Lee. He looks forward to establishing collaborations in various areas in the future, such as joint research projects or academia-industry partnerships.
Assoc. Dean Prof. Yu-Lung Lo (羅裕龍) stated that NCKU welcomes partner universities and companies from the Czech Republic, and encourages students to study semiconductor technology in Taiwan.
The Academy of Innovative Semiconductor and Sustainable Manufacturing (AISSM) was established in 2021, and offers programs in chip design, semiconductor manufacturing technology, semiconductor packaging and testing, key materials, and smart and sustainable manufacturing. It is dedicated to advancing academic research and talent development in the semiconductor industry and sustainable manufacturing, serving as a key academic research institute for Taiwan’s semiconductor sector.
Assoc. Dean Prof. Yu-Lung Lo (羅裕龍) noted that AISSM has established close partnerships with domestic and international companies, as well as universities in countries such as Germany and the Czech Republic. AISSM continues to promote international exchanges, hosting multiple international summer schools and short-term training programs to actively attract outstanding students from around the world. NCKU welcomes partner universities and companies from the Czech Republic, and encourages students to study semiconductor technology in Taiwan. Following their academic training in Taiwan, students may return to the Czech Republic to contribute as entrepreneurs and engineers, thereby reinforcing bilateral talent circulation and easing concerns over talent outflow.
The Director General of Innovation Headquarters, Prof. Liang-Ming Whang (黃良銘) shared experiences in academia-industry collaboration.
The Director General of Innovation Headquarters, Prof. Liang-Ming Whang (黃良銘) shared experiences in academia-industry collaboration. NCKU has optimized its academia-industry operations and enhanced performance through multiple approaches, including establishing the Gloria South 2.0, forming the NCKU Medical Alliance, recruiting corporate members, and partnering with enterprises to set up Joint Research and Development Center. By actively bridging the university with industry through diverse channels, NCKU’s academia-industry collaboration funding reached $7.161 billion NTD last year, the highest in its history. Technology transfer contract value amounted to $303 million NTD, and since 2009, the university has continuously exceeded $100 million NTD for 16 consecutive years—an outstanding achievement unmatched by other universities in Taiwan.
Director Prof. Wen-Tai Chiu (邱文泰) emphasized that Core Facility Center is equipped with comprehensive semiconductor processing instruments and facilities, supported by professional researchers and technical engineers who provide sample processing and analysis services.
NCKU’s Core Facility Center (CFC) is equipped with comprehensive semiconductor processing instruments and facilities, supported by professional researchers and technical engineers who provide sample processing and analysis services. The CFC houses a Class 1,000 cleanroom that meets industry standards and is fully equipped with instruments for photonics, thin-film deposition, etching, nanostructure fabrication, and materials analysis, addressing the diverse needs of industries such as semiconductors, optoelectronics, materials science, and biomedical engineering. Over the years, the CFC has established collaborative models with leading companies in the semiconductor, optoelectronics, and biotechnology industries, participating in product development, cross-industry integration, precision material testing, technological innovation, and R&D projects. These efforts aim to strengthen the practical and analytical skills of both students and engineers.
Wen-Tai Chiu (邱文泰), the Director Prof. of CFC emphasized that in recent years, the CFC has further integrated all semiconductor-related service instruments across NCKU to create the “NCKU Instruments Search Map.” This platform consolidates equipment from the CFC, AISSM, the Taiwan Semiconductor Research Institute (TSRI), Center for Quantum Frontiers of Research and Technology (QFort), and others. From front-end processes such as lithography, deposition, and etching to back-end processes like wafer dicing, packaging, and testing, the platform provides corresponding instruments to support experimental testing for both academic and industry users.
Photo of Ms. Jana Havlíková (left) and Dr. Yung-Chun Lee (right).
Ms. Jana Havlíková has visited Taiwan four times. In June last year, she accompanied a delegation led by Jiří Drahoš, First Vice President of the Czech Republic Senate. This time, she visited NCKU together with representatives from CzechInvest, J. E. Purkyně University, Charles University, Tomas Bata University in Zlín, VŠB–Technical University of Ostrava, University of West Bohemia, Czech Technical University, as well as Czech enterprises. The visit focused on exchanging views regarding cooperation in semiconductor industry development and talent cultivation, while actively learning from Taiwan’s practical experience in semiconductor talent training.
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2025-09-15
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