Some visits spark ideas. Others plant the seeds for long-term collaboration. NSTIC (GaN) was pleased to welcome Ms Nicole Yuan, President of Quokka Development, and Mr Dave Hartskeerl, CEO of Ampleon, for an engaging discussion on the future of Gallium Nitride and radio frequency power technologies. Both guests brought deep expertise in scaling deep-tech and RF systems, setting the stage for meaningful dialogue on innovation and application.

Exploring the Power of GaN in RF Innovation

The visit focused on the growing impact of Gallium Nitride (GaN) in advancing radio frequency power technologies. NSTIC (GaN)’s team shared ongoing research and development in high-efficiency and high-frequency GaN devices, showcasing their advantages in power density, thermal performance, and system miniaturisation.

Ampleon’s leadership in RF semiconductors and Quokka Development’s experience in deep-tech commercialisation added valuable perspectives on how GaN technologies can support communication, aerospace, and industrial applications worldwide. The exchange highlighted the importance of bridging cutting-edge research with scalable, market-ready solutions.

Technology Alignment and Opportunities

The discussions revealed clear areas of synergy between NSTIC (GaN), Ampleon, and Quokka Development. A shared interest emerged in driving GaN-based radio frequency power amplification from lab-scale prototypes to manufacturable systems.

Key themes included:

• System-level integration for wireless and defence-grade RF platforms

• Improving thermal and energy efficiency for high-performance applications

• Exploring joint pathways for research translation and commercialisation

These conversations underscored how international collaboration can accelerate innovation and bring real-world benefits to the global semiconductor and communications industries.

Bridging Research and Industry

As a translational R&D hub, NSTIC (GaN) plays a vital role in connecting academic insights with industry application. This visit reaffirmed the value of global collaboration in driving GaN technology forward—linking local innovation with international opportunities.

Looking Ahead

We extend our sincere thanks to Ms Nicole Yuan and Mr Dave Hartskeerl for their time and insightful exchange. Their shared commitment to innovation and global collaboration aligns strongly with NSTIC (GaN)’s mission to advance high-performance GaN technologies for future communications and electronic systems.

NSTIC (GaN) looks forward to continued dialogue with our partners as we push the boundaries of GaN research and real-world application.