Emerging Tech Horizons

Special Edition: The Future of Defense Microelectronics

September 21, 2026·16 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In this special edition of Emerging Tech Horizons, recorded live from the Emerging Technologies Conference in Washington, DC, Mark Lewis speaks with Grant Meyer, Chair of NDIA’s Electronics Division, about the role of microelectronics in the future of defense systems.They discuss the challenges of moving advanced commercial technologies from prototypes into practical defense capabilities, the importance of aligning commercial and government technology roadmaps, and how the defense community can balance speed, reliability, security, and scale. The conversation also explores how commercial microelectronics can help advance defense capabilities while meeting the demanding requirements of military systems.NDIA Emerging Technologies Institute: https://www.ndiaeti.orgBe sure to follow us on social media for updates, early access to upcoming events, inside scoops, & more:LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4htROo0Twitter: https://bit.ly/48LHAx3Facebook: https://bit.ly/47vlht8And for more podcasts, articles, & publications covering all things emerging tech, visit: ndiaeti.org #EmergingTechnology #Microelectronics #DefenseTechnology #Semiconductors #DefenseInnovation

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