Invasion of The Microchips Lecture

Professor John Smith from Lehigh University is coming to the National Museum of Industrial History on March 28 at 1:00 PM. Invasion of the Microchips is all about the tiny microchips quietly powering almost everything around us. Over the last 50 years, these miniature devices have become faster, smaller, and more powerful, driving the technologies we rely on every single day. As artificial intelligence continues to advance, some experts are asking a big question: could the systems we built to serve us eventually outgrow our control? In this engaging talk, Professor Smith will explore how microchips evolved into the backbone of modern technology, what strategies fueled their rapid growth, and what that means for the future of AI. By understanding how these devices developed, and where they might be headed, we can better navigate the next chapter of innovation.