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From Nigeria to India: The inspiring journey of chemist Vivian Suru John-Denk
Vivian Suru John-Denk is not only a talented scientist but also a woman with a clear vision and a strong belief in the power of resilience and teamwork. Her journey has taken her from Nigeria to South Africa, Europe, and finally to India, where she has deepened her expertise in chemistry and set new standards as a leader.
It is all about passion for engineering – James Fung
Meet James Fung, our Production Director at AT&S in Chongqing, China. He tells his personal story beginning in Hong Kong and later developing some of the most significant milestones at AT&S.
Highway to Hell: Ultra-robust electronics for self-driving trucks
In the European research project CHARM, AT&S has been involved in the development of complex electronic systems that can withstand the harsh conditions in deep mine shafts and other extreme environments. The SiP developed by AT&S engineers combines low power consumption with optimum thermal management.
A man who lives for his region – Manfred Fastl
From the heart of the Styrian Vulkanland Region comes Manfred Fastl, a man who combines groundedness, innovation, and team spirit in an impressive way. Over 25 years at AT&S, he has risen from Process Technician to a member of the local leadership team, achieving milestones with the goal of fostering efficiency and unity.
Virtual First: AT&S focuses on virtual development
AT&S is a pioneer in the electronics industry when it comes to the introduction and use of digital tools in the development of new products and processes. Over the past ten years, the company has acquired unique knowledge in the fields of material characterization and simulation.
More Than a Decade of Dedication – Evian Tang
It was ten years ago. It started with an unexpected call from a headhunter. And it lead to a stunning AT&S career centered around Chongqing, China. In an industry known for rapid changes and new opportunities, Evian Tang’s commitment to AT&S is remarkable.
Kulim from Day One – Nur Shazana Mohd Faisal
Aidilfitri and Nasi Kandar in Malaysia, Christmas and pretzels in Germany – welcome to the world of an AT&S pioneer, exciting and varied, both professionally and personally.
From Milano to global AT&S – Alessandro Palmeri
Amateur soccer player, hobby sommelier, thoroughbred salesman – you can combine all of these if you make a vertical take-off at Sales. Please fasten your seatbelts, we also have to go through an earthquake in Taipei.
Sub-5 micrometers: AT&S enters a new dimension with IPCEI
As part of the EU-funded IPCEI on Microelectronics and Communication Technologies project, AT&S is developing a new generation of IC substrates that can establish connections between several high-performance chips and a printed circuit board and allow processors to communicate quickly and efficiently with other components of a computer.
Research: European Microelectronics in the fast lane
As part of the "IPCEI on Microelectronics and Communication Technologies" funding project, the European Union is supporting research institutions and industrial partners in the development of technology that will enable a sustainable yet powerful data infrastructure for the continent. AT&S is involved in the project as a manufacturer of highly efficient substrates for the next generation of microchips. New research and production capacities in Leoben will play a decisive role in the modernization of the European microelectronics industry.
Focus AI: 2023 marks the start of the era of Artificial Intelligence
From ChatGPT to EU regulation of artificial intelligence: 2023 has ushered in a new phase of digitalization that will transform our society.
Focus AI: Indiana Jones for all eternity
The resurrection of the Beatles for new songs and Sean Connery as the best James Bond ever in new films? This will soon no longer be a problem for the brave new world of AI.
Focus AI: If artificial intelligence dreams, then it dreams of new hardware
Glasses that can see, hear, and talk thanks to AI. iPhone designer Jony Ive, who is supposed to develop a new AI device together with OpenAI and an investment of billions: Generative artificial intelligence will influence the shape of future hardware.
6G and beyond: AT&S paves way for mobile networks of the future
New technologies developed by AT&S will soon allow network operators to utilize smaller base stations that can provide faster data transmission and lower latency while using less power. These breakthroughs will enable the upcoming 6th generation of mobile networks, finally fulfilling the promise of mobile broadband internet even in very crowded places.
IPCEI: AT&S successfully completes European development project
After four wildly productive years, AT&S is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the European research project IPCEI ME I. The new technologies and manufacturing processes that were developed for the project are already utilized to great effect, as is a new recycling system that was developed in-house.
Focus AI: When AI goes from talking to acting
From generative to “interactive” AI: AI systems like ChatGPT will soon not only deliver texts but also be able to fulfill tasks as assistants. To do this, they need to learn how to use tools. ChatGPT is already making a start by integrating the image AI DALL-E and other plug-ins.
Focus AI: Let’s talk about the energy, water, and data hunger of artificial intelligence
Other problems than the proposed AI-induced end of the world are closer: These systems have an enormous hunger for energy and data and an insatiable thirst for water.
AT&S Empowers High-Speed Optical Module PCB Manufacturing
Together with globally renowned optical module manufacturers, find out how AT&S is empowering high-speed Optical Module PCB manufacturing to address the increasing demand.
Focus AI: The first million is always the hardest, especially for an artificial intelligence
Moving from talking to doing is the “Modern Turing Test” for AI systems. In some areas, artificial intelligence is already coming close to this success.
Focus AI: How artificial intelligence recognizes diseases by reading our faces
From classifying symptoms through apps to early detection of Parkinson's and diagnosing respiratory distress syndrome through cough recordings, there are broad potential applications. Technology by AT&S powers the data centers that are required to train and run AI systems and helps to reduce their energy consumption.
Focus AI: Despite the tremendous hype, chatbots and AI systems are underestimated
Since the debut of ChatGPT last fall, not a day has gone by without new discussions and reports about artificial intelligence (AI). Funny anecdotes about their weaknesses make us underestimate the enormous potential of chatbots and their AI relatives.
Focus AI: Artificial intelligence and the new doomsday machine
First, the hype, then the panic: In six months, ChatGPT managed to gain over 100 million users and inspire countless prophets of doom. Even Elon Musk, otherwise not exactly squeamish, calls for further development to pause.
Focus AI: Artificial intelligence supports earthquake relief and dreams up new medicines
Since OpenAI made its product ChatGPT generally available in November 2022, the "generative AI" ("language-creating" artificial intelligence) reached the mark of 100 million users faster than TikTok. However, remarkable other AI advances are easily overlooked in the shadow of unique and sometimes overpromising systems.
Focus AI: AI systems will be in a hot race in 2023
Artificial intelligence has long played a significant role in many technical developments. Since the premiere of ChatGPT, it's now in the spotlight - fueling a new race of exciting technologies in 2023.
Focus AI: Artificial intelligence in the fast lane – how it optimises the development of electric cars
AI-based language programmes such as ChatGPT are currently astounding users. However, artificial intelligence is also proving its potential in other areas. Today: What we can learn about AI and e-cars with the help of AI.
AT&S showcases contributions to modern European Microelectronics Ecosystem
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, AT&S will host the Austrian IPCEI Day 2025 and the AT&S Prototyping Workshop in Leoben. These events will highlight the impressive technological breakthroughs achieved under the IPCEI ME/CT (Important Project of Common European Interest on Microelectronics and Communication Technologies) umbrella by AT&S and its Austrian IPCEI partners.
New materials for sustainable transportation systems
Together with partners from industry and research, AT&S has developed semiconductor modules for onboard chargers and inverters for electric cars. By using the semiconductor material gallium nitride, the inverter could be made significantly smaller and lighter than with the silicon base used today.
Highway to Hell: Ultra-robust electronics for self-driving trucks
In the European research project CHARM, AT&S has been involved in the development of complex electronic systems that can withstand the harsh conditions in deep mine shafts and other extreme environments. The SiP developed by AT&S engineers combines low power consumption with optimum thermal management.
Virtual First: AT&S focuses on virtual development
AT&S is a pioneer in the electronics industry when it comes to the introduction and use of digital tools in the development of new products and processes. Over the past ten years, the company has acquired unique knowledge in the fields of material characterization and simulation.
Sub-5 micrometers: AT&S enters a new dimension with IPCEI
As part of the EU-funded IPCEI on Microelectronics and Communication Technologies project, AT&S is developing a new generation of IC substrates that can establish connections between several high-performance chips and a printed circuit board and allow processors to communicate quickly and efficiently with other components of a computer.
Research: European Microelectronics in the fast lane
As part of the "IPCEI on Microelectronics and Communication Technologies" funding project, the European Union is supporting research institutions and industrial partners in the development of technology that will enable a sustainable yet powerful data infrastructure for the continent. AT&S is involved in the project as a manufacturer of highly efficient substrates for the next generation of microchips. New research and production capacities in Leoben will play a decisive role in the modernization of the European microelectronics industry.
Focus AI: 2023 marks the start of the era of Artificial Intelligence
From ChatGPT to EU regulation of artificial intelligence: 2023 has ushered in a new phase of digitalization that will transform our society.
Focus AI: Indiana Jones for all eternity
The resurrection of the Beatles for new songs and Sean Connery as the best James Bond ever in new films? This will soon no longer be a problem for the brave new world of AI.
Focus AI: If artificial intelligence dreams, then it dreams of new hardware
Glasses that can see, hear, and talk thanks to AI. iPhone designer Jony Ive, who is supposed to develop a new AI device together with OpenAI and an investment of billions: Generative artificial intelligence will influence the shape of future hardware.
6G and beyond: AT&S paves way for mobile networks of the future
New technologies developed by AT&S will soon allow network operators to utilize smaller base stations that can provide faster data transmission and lower latency while using less power. These breakthroughs will enable the upcoming 6th generation of mobile networks, finally fulfilling the promise of mobile broadband internet even in very crowded places.
IPCEI: AT&S successfully completes European development project
After four wildly productive years, AT&S is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the European research project IPCEI ME I. The new technologies and manufacturing processes that were developed for the project are already utilized to great effect, as is a new recycling system that was developed in-house.
Focus AI: When AI goes from talking to acting
From generative to “interactive” AI: AI systems like ChatGPT will soon not only deliver texts but also be able to fulfill tasks as assistants. To do this, they need to learn how to use tools. ChatGPT is already making a start by integrating the image AI DALL-E and other plug-ins.
Focus AI: Let’s talk about the energy, water, and data hunger of artificial intelligence
Other problems than the proposed AI-induced end of the world are closer: These systems have an enormous hunger for energy and data and an insatiable thirst for water.
AT&S Empowers High-Speed Optical Module PCB Manufacturing
Together with globally renowned optical module manufacturers, find out how AT&S is empowering high-speed Optical Module PCB manufacturing to address the increasing demand.
Focus AI: The first million is always the hardest, especially for an artificial intelligence
Moving from talking to doing is the “Modern Turing Test” for AI systems. In some areas, artificial intelligence is already coming close to this success.
Focus AI: How artificial intelligence recognizes diseases by reading our faces
From classifying symptoms through apps to early detection of Parkinson's and diagnosing respiratory distress syndrome through cough recordings, there are broad potential applications. Technology by AT&S powers the data centers that are required to train and run AI systems and helps to reduce their energy consumption.
Focus AI: Despite the tremendous hype, chatbots and AI systems are underestimated
Since the debut of ChatGPT last fall, not a day has gone by without new discussions and reports about artificial intelligence (AI). Funny anecdotes about their weaknesses make us underestimate the enormous potential of chatbots and their AI relatives.
Focus AI: Artificial intelligence and the new doomsday machine
First, the hype, then the panic: In six months, ChatGPT managed to gain over 100 million users and inspire countless prophets of doom. Even Elon Musk, otherwise not exactly squeamish, calls for further development to pause.
Focus AI: Artificial intelligence supports earthquake relief and dreams up new medicines
Since OpenAI made its product ChatGPT generally available in November 2022, the "generative AI" ("language-creating" artificial intelligence) reached the mark of 100 million users faster than TikTok. However, remarkable other AI advances are easily overlooked in the shadow of unique and sometimes overpromising systems.
Focus AI: AI systems will be in a hot race in 2023
Artificial intelligence has long played a significant role in many technical developments. Since the premiere of ChatGPT, it's now in the spotlight - fueling a new race of exciting technologies in 2023.
Focus AI: Artificial intelligence in the fast lane – how it optimises the development of electric cars
AI-based language programmes such as ChatGPT are currently astounding users. However, artificial intelligence is also proving its potential in other areas. Today: What we can learn about AI and e-cars with the help of AI.
When cars talk to cars, bicycles, scooters, and pedestrians, accidents become less common
It beeps and flashes in the modern car cockpit. Nevertheless, there is usually a lack of information among the participants of road traffic. A new communication standard, C-V2X, aims to improve the relationships between those involved.
Smaller, lighter, more efficient: satellite boom in Sputnik’s footsteps
In this decade, a multiple of the approximately 9,000 satellites that have been launched into space since Sputnik 1 will orbit the Earth. The plans of Space X alone, Elon Musk's space company, the British OneWeb, Telesat, and the Amazon project Kuiper envisage more than 46,000 satellites in the next few years.
How car batteries are becoming sexy as building blocks for cars and power grids
Car batteries are often dismissed as the Achilles heel of transforming from combustion to electric cars: too heavy and insufficient storage. However, by integrating them into the supporting car structure, car manufacturers save weight and volume while increasing the range. And network operators see another future for the batteries of nationwide car fleets: as an electricity storage device that can provide peak loads in the electricity grids.
With #startnow, AT&S calls on talented people to join
The new AT&S Research & Development Center in Leoben creates 700 jobs with a wide range of career opportunities. A broad communication campaign will attract talent from different areas for the future-oriented large-scale project at the AT&S company headquarters.
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