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Innovation Lightbulb: Breaking Down Private Sector Research and Development

Across three key metrics of innovative activity—total R&D expenditure, domestic R&D employment, and R&D intensity—four industrial subsectors stand out. This week, we dive into private-sector R&D activity and look at which industries are driving a surge in U.S. R&D activity.

Newsletter by Gregory Arcuri and Julia Yoon — May 22, 2024

Innovation Lightbulb: What's Left of the CHIPS Act Funds?

The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced preliminary terms for major semiconductor manufacturing projects across the country at a steady pace. This week, we look at how much of the CHIPS Semiconductor Financial Assistance Program funds have been committed so far and how much remains unallocated.

Newsletter by Gregory Arcuri — May 8, 2024

Innovation Lightbulb: Capital Expenditures among U.S. Chip Firms

Analyzing capital expenditure, or “capex,” from leading semiconductor firms headquartered in the United States can provide valuable insight into the nature of the industry. Publicly reported capex from fifteen leading U.S. companies over the past ten years shows dramatic growth in spending across the sector.

Newsletter by Gregory Arcuri and Bailey Crane — October 16, 2023

Innovation Lightbulb: CHIPS and Science Funding Falling Short

The CHIPS and Science Act enjoyed significant bipartisan support when it passed last year. However, legislative data shows CHIPS appropriations falling billions of dollars short of authorized levels.

Newsletter by Gregory Arcuri and Bailey Crane — August 18, 2023

Innovation Lightbulb: A Trend in U.S. Research and Development Expenditure

Amid a flurry of recent legislation, policy makers have recommitted federal attention to investing in the United States' science and technology infrastructure. In today's geopolitical environment, it is essential that these are not "one-and-done" investments.

Newsletter by Gregory Arcuri — June 16, 2023

Innovation Lightbulb: Global Investments in Chip Manufacturing

In this week’s Innovation Lightbulb newsletter, we document announced global investments in chip fabrication plants (fabs) from the world's top three chipmakers: TSMC, Samsung, and Intel. 

Newsletter by Hideki Tomoshige and Gregory Arcuri — May 22, 2023

Moore’s Law and Its Practical Implications

With competition for leadership in the semiconductor industry heating up, an understanding of the economic and policy significance of Moore’s Law is critical to supporting policies that advance the international competitiveness of the United States.

Critical Questions by Gregory Arcuri and Sujai Shivakumar — October 18, 2022

What Can Patent Data Reveal about U.S.-China Technology Competition?

In seeking ways to gauge the U.S.-China technological competition, policymakers and media often turn to data on patent filings. Prudent use of this data requires a closer look at what the data can and cannot say.

Critical Questions by Alexander Kersten, Gabrielle Athanasia, and Gregory Arcuri — September 19, 2022

Streamlining the Permitting Process for Fab Construction

With the passing of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, a careful and comprehensive assessment of the permitting process for fab construction is underway.

Commentary by Phillip Singerman, Sujai Shivakumar, Gregory Arcuri, and Hideki Tomoshige — August 29, 2022

A Look at the Science-Related Portions of CHIPS+

CSIS's Renewing American Innovation Project looks at the science-related portions in Division B of the CHIPS+ legislation.

Critical Questions by Sujai Shivakumar, Gregory Arcuri, Hideki Tomoshige, and Benjamin Glanz — August 11, 2022