The University of Michigan at Ann Arbor represents a vibrant hub of research excellence, equipped with cutting-edge laboratories, engineering innovation centers, and a strong tradition in microelectronics and device physics. Hosting or aligning with the Device Research Conference 2026, it offers participants not only access to world-class faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, but also the intellectual energy and collaborative culture that define Michigan’s campus. As a locus for interdisciplinary work at the intersection of materials science, semiconductor device engineering, and applied physics, U. Michigan provides an ideal academic backdrop to the DRC’s mission of advancing device research and fostering connections that drive the next generation of technology breakthroughs.