Swansea prof wins SEMI Academia Impact Award
A Swansea University professor has been honoured with the SEMI Academia Impact Award, recognising his outstanding contributions to semiconductor research, innovation, and industry-academia collaboration in Europe.
The award was presented to Owen Guy, head of chemistry the University, during the CxO Executive Summit at SEMICON Europa 2025 in Munich, Germany, an event celebrating individuals whose work bridges scientific excellence with real-world impact across the semiconductor ecosystem.
Guy is director of Swansea University’s Centre for Nanohealth and a member of its Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM). CISM is a £29.9m facility equipped with state-of-the-art cleanrooms, materials growth labs, and device packaging capabilities, that is supporting breakthroughs in quantum devices, sensors, and energy systems.
He also works within European consortia on SiC, graphene, and advanced manufacturing; and has contributed to collaborative programmes such as the SEMI Talent Forums and ChipQuest Challenge.
Guy said: “I’m deeply honoured to receive the SEMI Academia Impact Award. This recognition reflects the collective effort of our community in advancing semiconductor education, outreach and skills—from pioneering research to inspiring the next generation of semiconductor talent. I’m proud of our work with SEMI and our role in shaping Europe’s innovation landscape.”
Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe, said: “Europe’s semiconductor resilience relies on visionary leaders like Professor Guy, who not only advance technology but also cultivate the talent that will carry our industry forward.
“His dedication to leadership, mentorship, and collaboration reflects the qualities Europe needs to strengthen its talent pipeline and global competitiveness. We are proud to honour a mentor who continues to inspire the next generation of semiconductor leaders.”
