Austin, TX - Delegate registration has officially opened for Microelectronics US 2026, taking place April 22-23, 2026 at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, Texas. The event will bring together the full microelectronics ecosystem - spanning semiconductors, photonics and embedded systems - to accelerate collaboration across design, manufacturing and innovation.

This landmark US edition follows the success of Microelectronics UK, now expanding stateside as the anchor meeting point for engineers, investors and researchers driving America’s semiconductor resurgence. The show will feature more than 5,000 attendees, 150+ exhibitors and 130+ speakers across four dedicated content stages.

Designed to unite the sector under one roof, Microelectronics US will showcase the full value chain - from chip design and advanced manufacturing to packaging, photonics and embedded integration. Aligned with the objectives of the CHIPS and Science Act and the national mission to strengthen technological competitiveness, the event will connect innovators, manufacturers, investors and policymakers to help shape the future of the domestic microelectronics industry.

Across government agencies, fabless firms, device manufacturers and research institutions, the national focus has shifted from exploring possibilities to executing at scale. Microelectronics US is designed as a strategic marketplace to support this shift - bringing together the people, ideas and partnerships needed to turn ambition into industrial capability.

Industry leadership driving national collaboration

To ensure the agenda reflects real-world industry priorities, Microelectronics US has appointed a cross-sector Advisory Board featuring leaders from Intel, AWS, Honeywell, Nokia, MBDA, Texas State University and CORNERSTONE. Collectively, the Board brings expertise across telecommunications, photonics, defence, cloud computing and industrial innovation, offering a 360-degree view of the ecosystem.

Michael Adeniya, Group Event Director at IQPC Exhibitions, said:

“We’re building Microelectronics US as a space where the people shaping America’s microelectronics future can connect, collaborate and make decisions that matter. The Advisory Board brings together deep cross-sector expertise - ensuring the event reflects the challenges, innovation and opportunities driving this critical industry.”

Florian Kaesen, Director of Value Chain Integration at Intel, commented:

“The semiconductor industry has reached another pivot point. I’m excited to participate in this event and discuss how America can strengthen and extend its technological leadership.”

Dr. Ariful Haque, Assistant Professor at Texas State University, added:

“This event unites leaders from policy, academia, and industry to shape the future of semiconductor technology. I’m particularly excited to contribute to discussions on global supply chains and workforce development aligned with the CHIPS and Science Act.”

Robert Quinn, Founder of Quinn’s Media, reinforced the importance of in-person connection:

“The semiconductor industry runs on relationships and trust. Events like Microelectronics US are invaluable because they bring together the people actually making decisions and solving problems on the ground.”

Additional Advisory Board members include Dr. Ekaterina Golovchenko (Nokia), Aubree Slavik (CORNERSTONE Optoelectronics Research Centre), Dr. Shaun Viola (MBDA), Murajith Muraleedharan (Honeywell), and Umar Shah (AWS).

Edge Impulse Announced as Headline Sponsor

Microelectronics US 2026 is proud to announce Edge Impulse as its Headline Sponsor. As a leader in edge AI development, Edge Impulse supports companies building intelligent, efficient and secure embedded systems. Their partnership strengthens the event’s focus on next-generation system architectures and real-world AI deployment, ensuring delegates gain direct insight from one of the most influential forces in the embedded intelligence space.

Why Austin, why now

With CHIPS Act investment accelerating, Austin’s Silicon Hills has become central to America’s semiconductor strategy. Hosting Microelectronics US 2026 in Texas places the event at the heart of one of the fastest-growing hubs for chip design, manufacturing and applied research.

Delegates will have access to technical sessions, keynote talks, a Startup Launchpad, Skills Zone and curated networking receptions designed to turn discussion into collaboration.

All tickets are free of charge, with two pass types available:

• Professional – full access to all content, the Official Networking Reception, and 1-2-1 networking via the app.
• Student – designed to open opportunities for the next generation of engineers, researchers and future industry leaders.

🎟️ Delegate registration is now open.

Secure your free pass for Microelectronics US 2026 and join 5,000+ professionals driving the future of America’s microelectronics ecosystem.

👉 Register now

About Microelectronics US

Microelectronics US is part of the Microelectronics Global event series produced by IQPC Exhibitions, uniting the full design, manufacturing and supply-chain communities behind the next generation of electronic and photonic technologies. The event connects engineers, researchers, financiers and business leaders working across semiconductors, photonics and embedded systems to drive innovation and strengthen domestic capability.

IQPC Exhibitions, a division of IQPC Ltd, produces world-class B2B exhibitions and content-driven events that connect industries, accelerate innovation and foster collaboration across technology, finance and advanced manufacturing. IQPC Exhibitions delivers experiential platforms that turn ideas into impact.