Atomera (NASDAQ:ATOM) Inc. (NASDAQ:ATOM) is a materials engineering company focused on developing and licensing advanced semiconductor materials and processes. Its core innovation, Mears Silicon Technology (MST), incorporates proprietary defect engineering into silicon wafers to enhance transistor performance, reduce power consumption and increase device reliability. By tailoring the behavior of carriers within the silicon lattice, MST can be applied across a wide range of semiconductor applications, from logic and memory to power management and analog components.
The company’s principal business model centers on licensing MST to leading semiconductor foundries, integrated device manufacturers and equipment makers. These strategic partnerships enable Atomera to support integration of its technology into existing fabrication workflows without disrupting established manufacturing processes. In addition to licensing, Atomera provides technical support, process development assistance and performance validation to accelerate customer adoption and qualification of MST-enhanced wafers.
Founded in 2001 by materials scientist Dr. Robert J. Mears, Atomera is headquartered in Los Gatos, California, with development facilities in both the San Francisco Bay Area and the Pacific Northwest. Over its two-decade history, the company has collaborated with global semiconductor players in North America, Europe and Asia, reflecting the geographically dispersed nature of the chip industry. These alliances have helped Atomera refine its technology roadmap and align MST with evolving market demands for energy-efficient and high-performance devices.
Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Casey D. Atkins and a seasoned board of directors, Atomera continues to advance its intellectual property portfolio and expand its market reach. The management team brings deep expertise in semiconductor R&D, licensing and commercialization, positioning the company to capitalize on the growing industry emphasis on materials innovation. As chipmakers seek new pathways to extend Moore’s Law and improve device capabilities, Atomera’s MST platform stands as a potential enabler for next-generation semiconductor performance enhancements.
