Idaho: CLOSING THE INNOVATION GAP
11 Sep 2026
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When it comes to growing business markets and building an economic development-focused foundation to power industries of the future, the Gem State sparkles. Three bright spots demonstrate how.
Boise’s Semiconductor Ecosystem
In February 2026, Lam Research opened its new 9,200-sq.-ft. R&D and high-tech manufacturing facility in Boise, the third site run by the company in Idaho. The California-based supplier builds machinery and tools needed to produce microchips and semiconductors and also supports Micron’s memory technology development and manufacturing expansion in the state.
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