国际先进光刻技术研讨会（IWAPS）九年回顾

Group 1 - The IWAPS conference, established in 2017, aims to fill the gap in global professional communication for advanced lithography technology in China, promoting rapid domestic advancements in this field [3][4] - IWAPS serves as a high-level international platform for technical exchange, gathering top scholars and industry representatives to discuss cutting-edge technologies and challenges in semiconductor manufacturing [4][8] - The conference has grown significantly, from over 200 participants in its first year to more than 700 attendees in recent editions, reflecting its increasing importance in the semiconductor industry [11][19] Group 2 - IWAPS has facilitated collaboration among over 40 leading semiconductor companies, with international sponsors accounting for 53% and domestic companies for 47%, covering the entire lithography ecosystem [4][8] - The conference emphasizes regional innovation hubs by collaborating with local governments and industry organizations, enhancing the local semiconductor ecosystem [8][9] - IWAPS has become a crucial platform for academic and industry professionals to share research and innovations, significantly contributing to the development of domestic semiconductor technology [11][19] Group 3 - Professor Wei Yayi is recognized as the key figure behind IWAPS, leading the initiative to establish a professional exchange platform for lithography technology in China [14][19] - Despite challenges such as the US-China trade war and the COVID-19 pandemic, IWAPS has continued to thrive, adapting its format to maintain engagement and support for the semiconductor industry [16][19] - The partnership with SPIE starting in 2024 marks a new milestone for IWAPS, enhancing its international recognition and positioning within the global lithography community [18][19]