MSU-IIT Microelectronics Research Lab

02/05/2026

Plans changed, but our goal stayed the same.
With a new date, we continue forward to welcome more students into the competition.

The schedule may have shifted, but one thing remains: the Microelectronics Olympics goes on.
See you online on May 29, 2026!

Register here:
👉 https://forms.gle/qhTkLSy7FZQnCdcE7

Plans changed, but our goal stayed the same.
With a new date, we continue forward to welcome more students into the competition.

The schedule may have shifted, but one thing remains: the Microelectronics Olympics goes on.

See you online on May 29, 2026!

Register here:
👉 https://forms.gle/qhTkLSy7FZQnCdcE7

22/04/2026

We are thrilled to share that the Center for Integrated Circuits Design (CICD) has been awarded 1st Place for the People’s Choice Award in the Research Center Booth Exhibit at the recently concluded MSU-IIT Research Days 2026, held at the University Gymnasium from April 20-22, 2026!

This win adds to our proud tradition of excellence, including:

3rd Place, Highly Collaborative Research Center (2024 & 2025)
2nd Place, Best Research Center (2024)
2nd Place, Most Productive Research Center (2024)
2nd Place Best Research Booth Exhibit (2025)
2nd Place Best Research Booth Exhibit (2024)

This success wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our Master of Electronics Engineering students:

Sumbillo, Rejel Jem
Mohammad, Haniah
Lugo, John Alfred L.
Tumanda, James Lloyd B.
Osabel, Grant Flixel C.
Casinillo, John Keneth C.
Legaspi, Dale Matthew D.
Padilla, Keziah Mae
Olaivar, Andrew Phillip B.
Amores, Arvin Mikhael
Boyose, Leo Franz S.
Palgan, Lei Daniel C.
Valdez, Vincent M.

And the unwavering support of our CICD project staff:

Tugahan, Johnny R.
Mugot, Dhondee D.
Sibala, Ricster Franuel T.

Most importantly, our ever supportive Director:

Dr. Jefferson A. Hora

Thank you to everyone who visited Booth #6.

The Center for Integrated Circuits Design at the forefront of IC Design in the Southern Philippines.

21/04/2026

That’s a wrap on Research Days 2026! ✨

What an incredible few days at the MSU-IIT Gymnasium. From sharing the story of Mindanao’s microelectronics to seeing your faces light up while looking at our designed chips under the microscope

Thank you to everyone who stopped by Booth #6 to learn about the work we’re doing at the CICD and the Microelectronics Lab. Your curiosity and support drive us to keep pushing the boundaries of IC design.

We’ve officially handed out our limited supply of Cadence-sponsored ballpens to individuals who engaged with our booth today. It was a pleasure discussing the future of IC design with such a focused and curious group of students and researchers!

The future of silicon is bright, and it’s being designed right here at home. See you at the next one! 🚀

21/04/2026

DAY 2 — Research Days 2026 🔬

The Center for Integrated Circuits Design (CICD) is proud to continue showcasing our research milestones today!

We’re at Booth #6 giving you a look behind the scenes of the CICD and the Microelectronics Lab. From previous research breakthroughs to our latest prototype chips, you can get a firsthand look at the technology being designed right here at MSU-IIT, Iligan.

Whatever your background, if you’re curious about the future of chip design, we want to meet you! See you at the Gymnasium! 👋

20/04/2026

Research Days 2026 🔬

Ever wondered how the silicon that powers our world is actually made? Come visit the Center for Integrated Circuits Design (CICD) at the MSU-IIT Gymnasium, Booth #6!

We are showcasing our homegrown chip design, yes, actual fabricated integrated circuits designed right here at MSU-IIT. Get a rare look at real IC chips under the microscope, explore the journey from layout to silicon, and learn about the growing microelectronics ecosystem in Mindanao.

Discover the history of Mindanao-made tech! We’re displaying our legacy of prototype chips and research milestones to show you exactly how far we’ve come. Whether you're here to learn or just curious, stop by to see what’s currently on the testbench at the CICD and Microelectronics Lab.

Whether you are a student, aspiring engineer or just curious tech, come see the prototype chips and research defining the frontlines of IC design today.

We’re here until Tuesday. Drop by and discover where innovation begins!

01/04/2026

Pre-registration is now ongoing! Sign up early to secure your slot.
Official registration details will follow.

Pre-register now:
👉 https://forms.gle/qhTkLSy7FZQnCdcE7



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Pre-registration is now ongoing! Sign up early to secure your slot.

Official registration details will follow.

Pre-register now:
👉 https://forms.gle/qhTkLSy7FZQnCdcE7

01/04/2026

We’re going HYBRID! Join us online or experience the event live on-site.
Pre-register now and secure your slot:

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We’re going HYBRID! Join us online or experience the event live on-site.

Pre-register now and secure your slot:
👉 https://forms.gle/qhTkLSy7FZQnCdcE7

29/03/2026

An event of this scale is only possible with the support of industry leaders who believe in the future of Philippine IC Design.

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our official sponsors for the Microelectronics Olympics 2026. Their commitment to innovation and excellence is what drives this competition forward.

Thank you to:
✨ 𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀
✨ 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗰.
✨ 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
✨ 𝗫𝗶𝗻𝘆𝘅 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗰.
✨ 𝗜𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗘𝗠𝗦 𝗜𝗻𝗰.

Together, we are bridging the gap between academia and the global semiconductor industry.

29/03/2026

The stakes just got higher! We aren't just looking for the best designs — we’re rewarding the hard work, precision, and mastery it takes to create them.

💰 PHP 10,000 for Group Event Champions (Analog, Full Layout, & Digital RTL)
💰 PHP 5,000 for the Solo Event IC Design Olympiad winner

Sharpen your tools and finalize your teams.

Get your designs ready—the competition is heating up!

📅 Save the Date: May 2, 2026 || MSU - IIT

The stakes just got higher! We aren't just looking for the best designs — we’re rewarding the hard work, precision, and mastery it takes to create them.

💰 PHP 10,000 for Group Event Champions (Analog, Full Layout, & Digital RTL)
💰 PHP 5,000 for the Solo Event IC Design Olympiad winner

Sharpen your tools and finalize your teams.

Get your designs ready—the competition is heating up!

📅 May 2, 2026 || Join us Online or On-site! (MSU-IIT)

29/03/2026

From high-level RTL design to the fundamentals of HSPICE coding, we’re scouting for the next generation of IC innovators.
The 1st PICDA IC Design Contest isn’t just for the pros, it’s for everyone ready to shape the future of silicon. The Microelectronics Olympics is open for all! Check out the categories:
𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗔 (𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺):
✅ IC Design Olympiad
✅ Analog IC Design
✅ Digital RTL IC Design
✅ Full Custom Layout IC Design
𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗕 (𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺):
✅ Boot Camp
✅ HSPICE Coding Contest
Don’t let the silicon revolution happen without you. Represent your university and take home the gold!
📍 May 2, 2026 || MSU - IIT

29/03/2026

Connecting the world, one micron at a time. 🌍✨
Witness the convergence of innovation and excellence. Gather your team, sharpen your tools, and prepare for the ultimate engineering challenge.
The 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗜𝗖𝗗𝗔 𝗜𝗖 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 is almost here.
Don't just watch the future happen — design it. Be part of the legacy!
📅 Save the Date: May 2, 2026