FIB USER GROUP
The Modern FIB tools are utilized in a wide variety of Fab, lab and FA tasks, including cross-sectioning, high resolution imaging, sample preparation for other analysis techniques such as TEM, and circuit edit. With the onset of novel ion species, new process gasses, evolving tool platforms, and greater availability of 3rd party accessories, the applications landscape is constantly in flux. Cost of ownership, upkeep, and service/support models are a concern for many lab managers, which means questions about outsourcing are on the rise. Furthermore, the onset of gate-all-around devices presents new FIB challenges.
The goal of this one-hour ISTFA special event is to provide those that are involved with FIB tools (or even those with just a passing interest!) an opportunity to share information, ask questions, and discover avenues for future collaboration. Last year’s event had more than 50 of the top “Fibbers” in one room together! This year we will continue our format of mini-presentations, floor-initiated topics, and a robust interchange of ideas. Come with your questions, challenges, suggestions, tips and tricks, and the like. Share what you know, inquire about something new, challenge the status quo. While the organizers provide an initial framework to get the discussion going, this is very much YOUR event.
Ms. Valerie Brogden, University of Oregon, Mr. Steven B. Herschbein, GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Mr. Michael Wong, Thermo Fisher Scientific and Dr. E.L. Principe, Synchrotron Research Inc.