Renewing American Innovation Project

Providing thoughtful analysis on the U.S. innovation ecosystem and exploring methods for sustaining American technological competitiveness

Renewing American Innovation (RAI) explores the policies and partnerships that will secure the United States’ role as a leading innovator while ensuring that all Americans have a shared stake in the innovation economy.

Producing insightful analysis and convening stakeholders from across the innovation ecosystem, RAI seeks to foster a public appreciation for the networks and institutions to which we owe much of our prosperity today.

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Innovation Insights is a video series exploring critical issues facing the United States in the realm of technology and innovation. Drawing from a network of experts and practitioners, Innovation Insights makes complex topics digestible and understandable for a general audience.

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Innovation Lightbulb: Capital Expenditures among U.S. Chip Firms

Analyzing capital expenditure, or “capex,” from leading semiconductor firms headquartered in the United States can provide valuable insight into the nature of the industry. Publicly reported capex from fifteen leading U.S. companies over the past ten years shows dramatic growth in spending across the sector.

Newsletter by Gregory Arcuri and Bailey Crane — October 16, 2023

The Role of Industrial Clusters in Reshoring Semiconductor Manufacturing

The CHIPS and Science Act initiated a drive to revitalize U.S. manufacturing and innovation. This white paper models how industrial clusters can boost the U.S. semiconductor industry, a key driver of economic success, with global and domestic examples.

Report by Sujai Shivakumar Charles Wessner and Thomas Howell — October 10, 2023

Priming the Innovation System

In an age when innovation is the primary engine for accelerating national competitiveness and strength, the United States needs to make significant and sustained investments to raise its game

Digital Report by Sujai Shivakumar — September 29, 2023

Innovation Lightbulb: Zooming in on Domestic Semiconductor Investments in 2023

Since January 2023, companies throughout the semiconductor supply chain have announced over $24 billion in investments in the United States. This brings the total amount of announced private sector investment in semiconductors and electronics to $231 billion since 2021.

Newsletter by Bailey Crane — September 15, 2023

Four Actions to Strengthen the U.S. Intellectual Property System

Addressing four key issues related to strengthening the intellectual property system will promote innovation and technology commercialization and is critical to the economic and technological competitiveness of the United States.

Commentary by Hideki Tomoshige and Sujai Shivakumar — August 28, 2023

Japan Seeks to Revitalize Its Semiconductor Industry

Japan is pursuing ambitious efforts to revitalize its semiconductor industry, leveraging international partnerships to reestablish itself as a major player in chip manufacturing and driver of leading-edge chip research and development.

Report by Sujai Shivakumar Charles Wessner and Thomas Howell — August 25, 2023

Innovation Lightbulb: CHIPS and Science Funding Falling Short

The CHIPS and Science Act enjoyed significant bipartisan support when it passed last year. However, legislative data shows CHIPS appropriations falling billions of dollars short of authorized levels.

Newsletter by Gregory Arcuri and Bailey Crane — August 18, 2023