Brazil’s UNICAMP Explores Semiconductor Collaboration with Indonesia’s BRIN

RRI.CO.ID, Bandung – The growing strength of Indonesia’s semiconductor research has drawn international attention, with Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Brazil, expressing interest in building long‑term collaboration with the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN).

During a Fact‑Finding Mission at the Samaun Samadikun Science and Technology Area in Bandung, West Java, on June 10, 2026, both institutions discussed opportunities in semiconductors, microelectronics, nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, and embedded systems.

UNICAMP delegate Marco Roberto Cavallari highlighted the university’s expertise. “UNICAMP has a strong research center in semiconductor components and nanotechnology through CCSNano (Centro de Componentes Semicondutores e Nanotecnologias), which focuses on microelectronics, microfabrication, and semiconductor devices,” he said, as quoted on BRIN’s official website on Friday, June 12, 2026.

“We are interested in building productive, long‑term collaboration with BRIN. As one of South America’s leading research universities, UNICAMP has a strong track record in scientific publications, technology development, and industry partnerships. Our facilities, including the national nanofabrication laboratory, semiconductor research center, and quantum technology lab, can serve as strategic partners for joint research,” he added.

Head of BRIN’s Electronics and Informatics Research Organization (OREI), Budi Prawara, welcomed the initiative. “From 2025 to 2029, OREI BRIN is focusing on research in Big Data, IoT, telecommunications, and underwater detection. These developments can be accelerated through collaboration with external partners, supported by BRIN’s diverse funding schemes,” he explained.

The mission also explored funding mechanisms to support collaboration, including researcher exchanges, joint projects, seminars and workshops, co‑publications, technology development for industry, and human resource capacity building through Degree by Research (DbR) programs.

Both sides agreed to draft a detailed activity plan to ensure impactful outcomes for science, technology, and innovation in Indonesia and Brazil.

“Through this meeting, we see great opportunities to build mutually beneficial collaboration. Shared research focus, strong infrastructure support, and both institutions’ commitment to innovation form a solid foundation for globally competitive research that delivers real benefits to society,” Budi concluded.

This initiative reflects the strengthening of Indonesia–Brazil research cooperation, the global race in semiconductor innovation, and the role of BRIN’s electronics and informatics research in advancing strategic technologies. ***