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Technology Commercialization
From Prototype to Market: Accelerating Commercialization in Semiconductors and Advanced Packaging
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Why Is Commercialization Critical in the Semiconductor Sector?
America’s future competitiveness relies on its ability to move innovations from the lab bench to real-world application, particularly in advanced semiconductor packaging. We enable that leap.
Why it matters:
- 98% of packaging still happens offshore, in other countries
- U.S. defense need trusted, domestic options
- Startups face critical gaps in capital, access, and pilot-readiness
FSE’s commercialization mission supports:
- Dual-use tech and defense-sector spinouts
- Venture capital access with aligned timelines
- Regional prosperity through high-wage job creation
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Where Innovation Takes Root
The Florida Semiconductor Engine connects incubators, accelerators, and commercialization hubs across the state, designed for semiconductors, hardware, and deep tech.
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Embarc Collective
Helps Florida’s startup talent build bold, scalable, thriving companies.
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s “MicaPlex” incubator
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s “MicaPlex” incubator supports startup and early stage companies in the university’s areas of focus through the research and development-intensive phase of their growth process.
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Florida Venture Forum
Connects Florida’s fastest-growing companies with capital and services.
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GrowFL
GrowFL is dedicated to support and accelerate the growth of second-stage companies throughout Florida.
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Innovate Orlando
A visionary partnership between the City of Orlando, Orange County, and the Orlando Economic Partnership, fuels the growth and prosperity of our local technology and innovation sector.
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Plug and Play NeoCity
Supports startups specializing in diverse semiconductor applications, such as advanced packaging and deep tech with an emphasis on national security-related initiatives.
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Siemens Innovation Center Orlando
Provides specialized training and robust internship programs to strengthen specialized skillsets and creates highly skilled teams for the development and commercialization of clean energy technologies.
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StarterStudio
Central Florida’s only 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on accelerating tech and tech-enabled startups.
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TampaBay Wave
Built “for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs” to foster a stronger and bigger tech startup ecosystem in Tampa Bay and throughout Florida.
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UCF Business Incubator Program
Provides business development and operational support to early-stage, technology and innovation-driven businesses throughout Central Florida
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UCF Tech Grove
Facilitates modeling, simulation, and training (MS&T) advances by powering innovation, collaboration and acceleration among people and organizations at the forefront.
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UF Innovate
Supports an innovation ecosystem at UF, one of the nation’s leading research institutions, that moves research discoveries from the laboratory to the market.
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Tampa Bay Technology Incubator
Supports technology research as a catalyst for economic development and advocates the creation and development of facilities for high-technology companies and related support functions.
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Verizon 5G Innovation Hub – Lake Nona
A living lab environment is where startups, universities, large enterprises and the public sector discover new 5G applications.
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What Florida Semiconductor Engine Offers to Founders, Researchers & Scaleups
FSE's commercialization services support emerging companies, translational research, and dual-use technologies.
Industry Cluster Connections
Access to Florida’s semiconductor ecosystem, connecting startups and teams with industry partners.
Venture Capital Access
Structured introductions to aligned investors via forums, showcases, and direct match-ups.
Prototyping & Pilots
Access to trusted design, onshore facilities for testing capabilities, validation, and low-volume production.
Industry-Academia Convening
Innovation Days, meetups, and advisory panels bring together public and private partners.
Translation to Market
Support for IP protection, licensing, market validation and readiness from early TRL stages onward.
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See Commercialization in Action
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Join the Engine That Powers U.S. Semiconductor Commercialization
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Ready to Join the Florida Semiconductor Engine?
Become a member and gain access to commercialization support, partner networks, and sector-specific programming aligned with your goals.
Looking to Engage Through Events?
Attend Innovation Days, convenings, and member briefings that connect research, industry, and opportunity across Florida's semiconductor ecosystem.
Exploring a partnership or commercialization opportunity?
Connect with our team to discuss pilot pathways, applied R&D, or ecosystem collaboration.
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Questions About Commercialization with FSE?
What commercialization pathways are available through the Florida Semiconductor Engine?
The Florida Semiconductor Engine (FSE) offers structured commercialization pathways for semiconductor and advanced packaging innovations. These include pilot production support, IP licensing strategy, venture capital engagement, and participation in Innovation Day events that connect startups, researchers, and industry partners. FSE's commercialization framework helps accelerate the transition from R&D to market-ready technologies in secure, domestic facilities.
How does FSE help startups or researchers move from prototype to pilot production?
FSE supports prototype-to-pilot transitions by providing access to secure onshore semiconductor packaging and testing infrastructure, including capabilities at the NeoCity Advanced Packaging Hub. Innovators can leverage shared tools, trusted foundry partnerships, and commercialization matchmaking to validate their technologies and scale early-stage production. This reduces time-to-market and aligns with the needs of defense and high-performance applications.
Can I access incubators or accelerators through FSE?
Yes. The Florida Semiconductor Engine connects early-stage startups to a regional network of incubators and accelerators focused on semiconductor, deep tech, and advanced manufacturing. Partners include Plug and Play NeoCity, Embarc Collective, and university-affiliated innovation hubs. These incubator programs offer mentorship, workspace, investor access, and go-to-market support tailored to hardware and semiconductor ventures.
What is Innovation Day, and how does it support commercialization?
Innovation Day is FSE's flagship commercialization event, designed to bridge academia, industry, and investment. Participants include startups, researchers, federal program officers, and corporate partners. The event features curated pitch sessions, demos, and strategic networking to catalyze product development, joint ventures, and funding opportunities across the semiconductor ecosystem.
How does FSE handle intellectual property and tech transfer?
FSE implements a formal IP management and technology transfer strategy aligned with federal standards from NSF, CHIPS, and DoD programs. Innovators benefit from guidance on patent filing, licensing frameworks, IP valuation, and commercialization readiness. FSE ensures that IP developed within the ecosystem can be responsibly transitioned to market through licensing or startup formation, with reinvestment into the regional ecosystem.
Does FSE help connect startups or researchers with investors?
Yes. FSE actively engages with venture capital firms and federal investors to support projects with strong commercialization potential. Startups and academic teams gain access to investor briefings, Innovation Day pitch opportunities, and curated introductions. This helps bridge the funding gap between R&D and scalable product development, especially in the capital-intensive semiconductor sector.