Podcast: Beyond Chips

In this episode of Beyond Chips, we explore AGRARSENSE, a Chips JU-funded project developing advanced sensing solutions for modern agriculture. As the sector faces increasing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and enhance resilience, AGRARSENSE brings forward technologies that enable data-driven, sustainable farming. Our guest, Amaia Zurutuza, shares insights into the project’s breakthroughs, the realities of deploying sensors in agricultural settings, and the collaboration needed to scale these innovations across Europe. We also discuss how the Chips JU funding supports the project’s progress and accelerates real-world application.

In this episode of Beyond Chips, we explore the FAMES Pilot Line, a Chips JU-funded pilot line developing advanced semiconductor technologies in Europe. Focused on innovation in FD-SOI, embedded non-volatile memories, radio-frequency components, and 3D integration, FAMES aims to deliver faster, more energy-efficient, and sustainable chip designs. We discuss the breakthroughs driving this pilot line, the challenges of integrating multiple technologies, and how Chips JU’s support is helping strengthen Europe’s semiconductor ecosystem.

In this episode of Beyond Chips, we explore AGRARSENSE, a Chips JU-funded project bringing advanced sensor technologies to the agricultural sector. In a world where sustainable farming is more important than ever, AGRARSENSE is enabling precise monitoring of crops and environments to optimize resource use and reduce environmental impact. We’ll talk about the innovations, the challenges of integrating technology into real-world farming, and how Chips JU’s support has helped turn these ideas into practice.

In this episode of Beyond Chips we explore APPLAUSE, a Chips JU-funded project tackling advanced packaging for photonics and electronics. In a rapidly evolving tech landscape, where integration and miniaturization are key, Applause is enabling smarter, smaller, and more energy-efficient systems. We’ll talk about their breakthroughs, the challenges of scaling innovation, and how Chips JU's support helped pave the way.

In this episode of Beyond Chips, we explore CHARM, a Chips JU-funded project (under ECSEL JU), focused on developing reliable electronics for harsh environments. From high radiation to extreme temperatures, CHARM is enabling European industries to build smarter, more robust systems for space, energy, transportation, and beyond.

In this episode, we speak with Jens Buysse, behind PROACTIF, a Chips JU-funded project developing advanced unmanned vehicles and technologies for civil security. From drones to ground robots, and from emergency response to infrastructure protection, PROACTIF is building a European-made framework for safer, smarter crisis management.