Analytical Methods For Analyzing PFAS In Semiconductor Wastewater (Oregon State University)


A new technical paper titled "Practical Guidance on Selecting Analytical Methods for PFAS in Semiconductor Manufacturing Wastewater" was published by researchers at Oregon State University, Corvallis. Abstract "The focus of this review is to provide an overview of the nomenclature, structure, and properties of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that dictate the selection o... » read more

2025 Impact Report: Environmental, Social and Governance Efforts


Brewer Science’s Impact Report 2025 tracks progress on goals set in environment, social and governance, including: Progress towards reducing carbon footprint for Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG by 80% from baselines (2018) by 2030 Progress towards achieving net zero carbon footprint by 2050 Progress towards creating a circular supply chain, prioritizing collaboration ... » read more

Quantifying The PFAS Impact In ICs Manufacturing (Harvard University)


A new technical paper titled "Modeling PFAS in Semiconductor Manufacturing to Quantify Trade-offs in Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact of Computing Systems" was published by researchers at Harvard University and Mohamed Bin Zayed University of AI (MBZUAI). "The electronics and semiconductor industry is a prominent consumer of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known a... » read more

Research Bits: May 6


Destroying hydrogen peroxide and triazole Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney and startup Infinite Water International developed catalytic technology that breaks down hydrogen peroxide and triazole, two chemicals used in semiconductor manufacturing for surface cleaning and corrosion prevention. The goal is to create a cleaner wastewater stream that can be reused within the fab... » read more

Reflecting On The SPIE Advanced Lithography + Patterning Symposium 2025


The mood at this year’s SPIE Advanced Lithography + Patterning Symposium was decidedly upbeat. The outlook for business is good, due in large measure to expectations of high demand for chips, driven by artificial intelligence (AI). To realize the potential of AI, increases in chip performance and efficiency are needed, which, in turn, requires advanced patterning. In the Symposium’s technic... » read more

Four Things Every Engineer Should Know About PFAS


What are PFAS chemicals? “PFAS” is an acronym for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These man-made chemicals migrate into soil, water, and air when produced and used. There are many ways humans come in contact with PFAS, such as in non-stick cookware or cosmetics, but by far the most significant impact on human health is when PFAS is consumed in drinking water. Exposure to PFAS may resu... » read more

Review of essential use of fluorochemicals in lithographic patterning and semiconductor processing


New academic paper by researchers from Cornell University.   Abstract "We identify and describe categories of fluorochemicals used to produce advanced semiconductors within the lithographic patterning manufacturing processes. Topics discussed include the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) materials used and their necessary attributes for successful semiconductor manufacturing... » read more