The NY SMART I-Corridor is a federally designated regional technology hub focused on advancing the semiconductor industry across Upstate New York, spanning the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse region . It is one of 31 Tech Hubs designated by the U.S. Department of Commerce to drive American competitiveness in critical technologies, and has been awarded $40 million in federal funding to accelerate semiconductor development and manufacturing .
The Corridor brings together a powerful coalition of industry leaders, research institutions, universities (including the University at Buffalo School of Management), manufacturers, and government partners . Its core mission is to build a resilient, secure, and innovative semiconductor ecosystem by strengthening supply chain connections, advancing workforce development, supporting research and development, and creating economic opportunities across New York State .