Survey Report "The Future of Semiconductor Manufacturing Worldwide: PFAS-Free Strategy and"

■Title: "Latest Trends in Semiconductor Packaging and Design/Evaluation Techniques for Semiconductor Encapsulation Materials" ――As chipletization and 3D packaging advance in semiconductors, more sophisticated material design for encapsulants is required than ever before. This seminar will provide a detailed practical perspective on the latest trends in semiconductor packaging, covering raw material selection, design techniques, and reliability evaluation of encapsulants. ■Date and Time: April 17, 2026 (Friday) 13:30–16:30 ■Target Audience: Designers of semiconductor encapsulation materials, engineers using semiconductor encapsulation materials, designers of epoxy resins and hardeners for semiconductor encapsulation materials ■Knowledge Gained from the Seminar: - Trends in semiconductor packaging - Knowledge about raw materials for semiconductor encapsulation materials - Design techniques for semiconductor encapsulation materials and evaluation techniques for semiconductor encapsulation materials

■Title: "Latest Regulatory Trends and Requirements for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)" ―― PFAS responses cannot be dismissed with "I didn't know." Systematically organizing the latest developments such as the POPs Treaty, European PFAS restriction proposals, and state regulations in the United States. Providing specific explanations on practical responses that companies should take! ■Date and Time: April 16, 2026 (Thursday) 13:30 – 16:30 ■Target Audience for the Seminar Individuals in quality control, production, and development departments of various companies who wish to obtain the current status and latest information on PFAS regulations. ■Knowledge Gained from the Seminar - Basic properties and applications of PFAS - PFAS regulations and the latest developments in the UN, Europe, and the United States - Current status of chemical analysis related to PFAS - Past movements regarding mandatory measures for companies - Initiatives for PFAS management within companies

A systematic explanation from the basics of semiconductor packaging to the design and evaluation of encapsulation materials. A leading expert thoroughly organizes practical perspectives from WLP/PLP to high thermal conductivity materials. ■ Title: Basic Information on Semiconductor Packaging Technology: Comprehensive Explanation ■ Date and Time: April 10, 2026 (Friday) 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM ■ Target Audience for the Seminar - Individuals involved in semiconductor packaging (sales, technology) - Those interested in semiconductor packaging technology - Those interested in semiconductor resin encapsulation and encapsulation materials ■ Knowledge Gained from the Seminar - Development history of semiconductor packaging (PKG) - Development history of semiconductor packaging technology (methods, materials) - Specifications of semiconductor encapsulation materials (raw materials, composition, manufacturing equipment, evaluation methods, etc.)

■Title: "Fluorine-Free Water and Oil Repellent Treatment Technology Achievable - Guidelines and Examples for Surface Design to Improve Wetting Fundamentals and Liquid Sliding Properties" As PFAS regulations accelerate, surface designs that achieve water and oil repellency without fluorine are gaining attention. This seminar will systematically explain the fundamentals of wetting, dynamic wettability evaluation, design guidelines for improving sliding properties, and the latest examples of fluorine-free surface treatments by leading researchers. ■Date and Time: April 14, 2026 (Tuesday) 13:30 - 16:30 ■Target Audience for the Seminar - Individuals engaged in surface treatment and modification operations - Those involved in research and development related to imparting water and oil repellency, stain resistance, and anti-adhesion properties to various substrate surfaces - Individuals engaged in research and development of fluorine (PFAS) alternative technologies and fluorine-free surface treatment and modification technologies ■Knowledge Gained from the Seminar - Fundamental knowledge/theory regarding wettability - Correct knowledge of wettability evaluation techniques (static/dynamic contact angle, contact angle hysteresis, sliding/falling angle) - Know-how for creating surfaces/interfaces with excellent water and oil repellency, stain resistance, and anti-adhesion properties without fluorine