The Kyushu Institute of Technology has forged a significant partnership with semiconductor giant SUMCO (Tokyo), establishing a comprehensive cooperation agreement dedicated to semiconductor-focused research, development, and human resource training. This collaboration is set to enhance the synergy between academia and the semiconductor industry, with a special emphasis on advancing data science and artificial intelligence (AI). In the wake of this agreement, SUMCO is set to embark on data-driven research initiatives and offer targeted internship programs, thereby providing valuable, real-world experience to the university's students.