TECHCON is the primary event for SRC to showcase the best of research sponsored by the membership and students performing the research. It is also the venue for recognizing industry and university participants who make SRC a world-class research management organization. TECHCON 2013 will include research presentations from GRC, FCRP, STARnet, NRI, and ERI in integrated sessions. Primary elements of TECHCON are outlined below.

148 Technical Papers

TECHCON provides a cross-disciplinary snapshot of the state-of-the-art in silicon-based research. The technical papers selected represent a summary of the best research in SRC’s portfolio across all SRC's research programs. Choose from among 17 judged paper sessions and 4 poster sessions organized around technical areas of particular interest to SRC membership. Use the presentations to identify novel technical options relevant to your company and match graduate students to your full-time and intern hiring needs.

TechFair

TechFair is a series of poster sessions and the best place to talk to the top graduate students in semiconductor-related fields. Posters will be displayed with students available for discussion in the TechFair exhibit session immediately following their paper presentations.

Outstanding Speakers

The keynote speaker this year is Ajit Manocha, Akrout, Chief Executive Officer of GLOBALFOUNDRIES. A future article will include an abstract of his presentation.

The New Frontiers Session is planned for Monday afternoon and will feature Richard Talbot, Director of Product Management at IBM, More information on this session will be coming soon.

CareerConnections

SRC member companies will be operating booths on Tuesday afternoon targeting graduate students for employment opportunities. CareerConnections will be followed by an buffet dinner and session award presentations.

Technical Excellence Award

The Technical Excellence Award is an incentive and recognition program for research of exceptional value to the SRC community. The award is shared among key contributors to technology that significantly enhances the productivity/competitiveness of the North American semiconductor industry. Come to Monday’s conference banquet to find out which research team will take home the $5,000 cash prize.

Mahboob Khan Outstanding Industry Liaison Awards

The Mahboob Khan Outstanding Industry Liaison Awards are lifetime awards recognizing individuals who, in serving as SRC Industrial Liaisons, have had significant impact on the technical contributions of the research, have been instrumental in transferring the research results to industry, and are deeply committed to the education of the graduate students. The awards will be presented at the conference banquet on Monday evening.

Aristotle Award

The Aristotle Award was created by the SRC Board of Directors to recognize outstanding teaching in its broadest sense, emphasizing student advising and teaching during the research project. Criteria for receiving the Aristotle Award include innovation in student advising, provision of learning experiences for students through the research project, creation of an environment that encourages development of leadership skills, and student exposure to and interaction with industry. The Aristotle Award will be presented at the conference banquet on Monday evening.

Fellows and Scholars

The GRC Fellows and Scholars and the NRI Fellow are among the most promising students in US universities. They exemplify those qualities of dedication, intellectual curiosity, technical ability, motivation, and creativity that are required for productive university scientific and technical research.  These young men and women bring significant talent, knowledge, professional interest and enthusiasm to the SRC research community.  The Fellows and Scholars will be recognized at the conference banquet on Monday evening.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Students

Students participating in the Undergraduate Research Opportunities (URO) program will again be a part of TECHCON. This program is in place on 16 university campuses with the objective of attracting a diverse population of qualified students and tracking them to graduate school. A poster section will be available in TechFair throughout the conference.

Author’s Kit

TECHCON 2013 authors are committed to the preparation of:

1. A 4-page paper for publication on the SRC website in the TECHCON 2013 Proceedings, to be submitted by June 19, 2013. The abstract section of this paper should no more than 150 words and will be used for the conference program and published to the SRC website prior to the conference.
2. Technical paper presentation visuals to be submitted electronically in PDF format for publication in the Conference Proceedings by August 21, 2013
3. Poster presentation for TechFair. Submit poster electronically for display in online proceeding by August 28, 2013. You are still required to bring a poster to the conference for your assigned TechFair session
4. Resume (submit online) for publication on the SRC website by June 19, 2013
5. Biography of 250 words or less and photo submitted via email by June 19, 2013

This Author’s Kit provides instructions to ensure correct submission of the required information.  Please follow the directions carefully, including meeting specified deadlines.  Refer to your award letter for your session and paper number and other information.

You may also want to brush up on your presentation skills before coming to TECHCON. We have prepared a brief list of tips and websites to assist you in preparing your presentation.

• Guidelines for 4-Page Paper and Electronic Submission
• Preparing the Oral Presentation
• Instructions for Submitting Oral Presentation Materials
• Poster/Demonstration Instructions
• Judging Criteria

Deadlines At-a-Glance

• June 19 - 4-page papers, resumes, bios and photos due
• August 21 - Oral Presentation Materials Due
• August 26 - Hotel Confirmations and Ground Transportation Information provided by SRC
• September 8 - Poster Set-Up (4:00 – 8:00 PM); final submission of oral presentations
• September 9-10 - TECHCON 2013

Hotel and Travel Information

Renaissance Austin Hotel
9721 Arboretum Boulevard
Austin, Texas 78759 USA

Toll Free: 1-800-228-9290
Phone: 1-512-343-2626
Fax: 1-512-346-7953

Group Name: TECHCON 2013 (to be used when calling the hotel directly) 
Rate: $176
Block Release Date: Reservation cut off is Friday, August. 16, 2013
Link for Online reservations

Hotel Parking: Complimentary on-site parking; Valet parking available

Wireless: Free Internet access in public areas (lobby bar)

Airport Information

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

Driving Directions from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to hotel: Turn left (west) out of airport and stay on access road for 1.1 miles until you reach Hwy 183 North. Stay on Hwy 183 North for approximately 17 miles and exit at Loop 360 Capital of Texas Hwy-Great Hills Trail. Turn left at first light (over frwy -- stay in right lanes) and take very first right turn, which is Arboretum Blvd. Hotel is on the right.

Estimated taxi fare: $35.00 USD (one way)

Transportation Information

SuperShuttle: Austin direct number: (512) 258-3826; National number: 1-800-BLUE VAN (258-3826)

• You can book your SuperShuttle travel before you leave and save 10%

Yellow Cab: (512) 452-9999

Austin Cab: (512) 478-2222