🎙️ Silicon, Stories & Self-Reliance: The Monk9 Tech Journey|(TSP) | Guest - Marmik Bhatt

In this inspiring episode of The Semiconductor Podcast, host Munmun Dey sits down with Marmik Bhatt the passionate and driven startup founder from Gujarat, leading Monk9 Tech Private Limited with vision and determination to unpack a journey powered by purpose, innovation, and resilience. Starting his journey in computer applications, he eventually found his calling in the world of ASIC. His collaboration with efabless played a pivotal role in shaping his path toward founding Monk9Tech. A highly disciplined learner, Marmik has spent the past two and a half years immersing himself in over 1,000 research papers. Today, he and his team are building a business focused on legacy nodes, while also mentoring students and newcomers stepping into the ASIC domain. Amidst all this, he continues to pursue research, exploring innovative methodologies for advanced node technologies. 🌟 🧘‍♂️ Discover the origin story behind the name Monk9 Tech, and how early experiences with Efabless helped shape a bold mission in custom chip design. From tackling real-world challenges to pioneering a 130nm open-source PDK, this conversation dives deep into the future of RISC-V, neuromorphic computing and even 30Å angstrom-scale technologies named after India's National Hero Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose*. 🇮🇳 💡 We also explore Monk9’s unique approach to collaborative research, lab facilities, fab resource sharing, and how India can chart its path toward semiconductor self-reliance. If you’re curious about the future of silicon in India and the role of startups in driving that vision forward—this episode is a must-listen! 🎧 🔬 Topics Covered: - The founding story of Monk9 Tech & its unique name 🧘‍♂️🐶 - Experience with Efabless & open-source chip design 💻 - Custom microchips & 130nm PDK for researchers 🔧 - RISC-V processors in AI & scientific computing 🤖 - Neuromorphic chips & brain-inspired innovation 🧠 - India’s future in semiconductor manufacturing 🇮🇳 - Collaborations, compound semiconductors & 5G/6G chips 📡 - Vision, challenges & solutions for Indian startups 🚀 In this podcast series, discussion on VLSI and its related fields is presented, focusing on recent developments and advancements in the industry. Topics such as the latest trends and innovations in semiconductor technology are explored, offering insights into the evolving landscape. Career guidance is shared, providing practical advice for navigating the field, along with success stories that highlight the journeys of professionals who have made their mark in VLSI. Whether for students, professionals, or those interested in the subject, valuable knowledge is offered to help stay informed and succeed in this dynamic area. Guest : Marmik Bhatt Marmik Bhatt is Tech Enthusiastic and problem solver with vision to make things simple with technology, worked in corporate for 15 years making amazing teams and products during job now engaged in making India’s own TSMC.

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🎙️ The eSim Journey, Revolution & The Future of Open-Source EDA | TSP | Guest - Sumanto Kar

 

🎯 In this episode We dive into the decade-long journey of eSim, the powerful open-source EDA tool created under the supervision of IIT Prof. Kannan Moudgalya. 🌟 From its humble beginnings to its current capabilities in analog, digital, and mixed-mode simulations, eSim has evolved into a robust solution used in hackathons and engineering projects. 💡

🔍 Key Insights You'll Discover: ✅ The Power of Open-Source: How Linux’s vision sparked a movement, influencing FOSS adoption in engineering. 💻 ✅ Challenges & Sustainability: Can open-source EDA tools survive in a world dominated by proprietary giants? 🛠️ ✅ AI & Open-Source: The role of AI and ML in boosting the performance and relevance of open-source design tools. 🤖 ✅ Open Hardware & IC Design: Can FOSS tools drive a revolution in collaborative, community-driven semiconductor design? ⚙️ ✅ Academia & Industry Collaboration: How open-source EDA tools like eSim are transforming engineering education and preparing students for real-world challenges. 🎓 🌐 Why Watch This? - Learn how open-source mixed-signal simulation tools can reshape IC design workflows. - Discover how governments, universities, and large semiconductor companies can support and adopt FOSS-based engineering tools. - Get insights into the future of open-source licensing amid rising AI-powered design automation. 🔥 Useful Links for Students/Professionals/Educators : eSim Homepage: https://esim.fossee.in/ FOSSEE Hompage: https://fossee.in/ FOSSEE Internships page: https://fossee.in/fossee-internships Spoken Tutorial Homepage: https://spoken-tutorial.org/ eSim Spoken Tutorial Page: https://spoken-tutorial.org/tutorial-search/?search_foss=eSim&search_language=English eSim GitHub Repositories: https://github.com/FOSSEE/eSim https://github.com/FOSSEE/nghdl eSim Other Resources for Practice & Education : https://esim.fossee.in/resources Cloud Versions of eSim and Arduino on Cloud: https://simulation.iitbx.in/ https://github.com/frg-fossee/eSim-Cloud 🧠 Whether you're an electronics engineer, researcher, or student, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of FOSS in semiconductor design. Don't miss it! 🚀💥 In this podcast series, discussion on VLSI and its related fields is presented, focusing on recent developments and advancements in the industry. Topics such as the latest trends and innovations in semiconductor technology are explored, offering insights into the evolving landscape. Career guidance is shared, providing practical advice for navigating the field, along with success stories that highlight the journeys of professionals who have made their mark in VLSI. Whether for students, professionals, or those interested in the subject, valuable knowledge is offered to help stay informed and succeed in this dynamic area. Guest : Sumanto Kar

Sumanto Kar is an Assistant Project Manager at FOSSEE, IIT Bombay, where he has played a key role in the development and promotion of eSim, an open-source EDA tool for circuit design and simulation. He has been actively involved in large-scale training programs, intern management, and technical projects focusing on simulation, PCB design, and optimization. Currently he is pursuing an M. Tech. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at IIT Bombay. He holds a B.E. in Electronics Engineering from Mumbai University and is actively engaged in open-source development, technical mentorship, and community-building initiatives with an aim to "Empower youth in Semiconductor technology".

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The Semiconductor Podcast || Episode 6: Exploring the Semiconductor Market || Guest :Claus Aasholm

In this engaging episode of The Semiconductor Podcast, we’re joined by Claus Aasholm, a seasoned expert in semiconductor market research. Together, we delve deep into the critical role of market research in shaping the VLSI ecosystem and the broader semiconductor industry.

🔍 What to Expect in This Episode:

1️⃣ Claus Aasholm shares his inspiring journey into the world of semiconductor market research.

2️⃣ A breakdown of what semiconductor market research entails and its importance to the VLSI ecosystem.

3️⃣ Insights into how market research drives strategic decisions in semiconductor companies.

4️⃣ A look back at the evolution of the semiconductor market over the last decade.

5️⃣ Discussion on key trends influencing the industry, especially in the VLSI domain.

6️⃣ A glimpse into emerging technologies poised to revolutionize the semiconductor landscape.

7️⃣ How market research fuels innovation in VLSI.

8️⃣ Valuable advice for freshers aiming to build a career in the VLSI field.

9️⃣ Exploration of how large companies thrive while smaller ones often face acquisitions.

🔟 Predictions for the key sectors VLSI will impact most in the next decade.

1️⃣1️⃣ Where to find more about Claus Aasholm’s work and how to subscribe to their newsletter.

🔗 Don’t miss this episode if you’re passionate about semiconductors, VLSI, or market research.

💡 Subscribe to The Semiconductor Podcast for more expert insights and discussions about the ever-evolving semiconductor industry!

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The Semiconductor Podcast || Ep- 4: TSP: Insights into VLSI, AI, and the Indian Semiconductor Landscape || Guest : Aloke Kumar Das (Founder & CEO of Lab and Lectures Semiconductor)

 

In this episode of The Semiconductor Podcast (TSP), we engage in an inspiring conversation with our guest, covering topics that resonate deeply with aspiring and experienced professionals in the VLSI and semiconductor industries. Here's what you'll discover: 1. The guest’s journey and key milestones, filled with lessons to inspire young newcomers to the VLSI field. 2. The evolution of VLSI over the past decade in India and where it’s headed. 3. Observations on working with young talents—their strengths and areas for improvement. 4. Insights into their recent IEEE speech and the key takeaways. 5. The value of attending conferences for both freshers and seasoned professionals. 6. A special message or expectations from the government regarding the VLSI and semiconductor sectors. 7. Thoughts on how AI and ML could shape the future of VLSI. 8. Tips on applying for internships at their institution, including timelines and eligibility. 9. What’s missing in the Indian semiconductor landscape and how the gaps could be filled. 10. A final message and advice shared for the community.

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🎙️ The Semiconductor Podcast (TSP): Insights into VLSI, AI, and the Indian Semiconductor Landscape In this episode of The Semiconductor Podcast (TSP), we engage in an inspiring conversation with our guest, covering topics that resonate deeply with aspiring and experienced professionals in the VLSI and semiconductor industries. Here's what you'll discover:

This episode is packed with insights, practical advice, and a vision for the future of VLSI and semiconductors in India. Whether you’re a student, professional, or enthusiast, this discussion has something for everyone! 🌟 For Internship in Lab and Lectures Semiconductor : HERE Guest : Aloke Kumar Das (Founder & CEO of Lab and Lectures Semiconductor)

Founder and CEO of Lab and Lectures Semiconductor, a fabless semiconductor design company. An astute professional with 25 years of experience in the VLSI Design, EDA, CAD and embedded systems industry. Earlier, Director of Engineering at WaferSpace and BlackPepper Technology. Project manager at Intel. He is M. Tech from IIT Delhi. He is a senior member and chair of IEEE CEDA. He started contributing to IEEE from VLSI Design Conference Kolkata in 2005. He was session chair of VDAT Kolkata in 2007. He sponsored the HTC students project competition in BHTC 2020. He was a TPC member in many conferences and reviewed over 50 papers in BHTC 2020, ISCAS 2020, 2021, MWSCAS 2021, CONECCT 2020 and 2021, R10 HTC 2021, Mysuru Conference 2021, ICAECC 2021 and ICMNWC 2021.

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