900043Advanced Epi Materials + Devices LtdClosedStudyInnovate UKSilicon semiconductors underpin many aspects of modern life, but are reaching their limits as more demanding applications emerge, requiring improved electrical or thermal performance, biocompatibility or chemical resistance. Silicon carbide has long been recognised as a better alternative for these applications but it has until now been difficult and expensive to produce. Recently World-leading Physicists at the University of Warwick have invented a new process to grow silicon carbide on standard silicon wafers by adapting standard, widely used silicon processing equipment. This disruptive technology will unlock many opportunities in areas such as emissions monitoring, electric vehicles, medical sensors and high performance LEDs. Through the ICURe programme, the researchers have become entrepreneurs. They have developed their ideas through contact with over 110 industry experts and are now launching a spin out company called Advanced Epi, which is expected to become an important part of the UK’s Compound Semiconductor industry.