Federico Faggin

Federico Faggin led the development of the MOS Silicon Gate Technology at Fairchild Semiconductor--technology that was adopted worldwide. Working for Intel Corporation from 1970 to 1974, he designed the world's first microprocessor, the Intel 4004 (1971). Faggin led many other products, including the 8008 and the 8080 microprocessors. In 1974, Faggin began an entrepreneurial career, cofounding and leading several start-up companies. He is the recipient of many international honors and awards,...See more

Federico Faggin led the development of the MOS Silicon Gate Technology at Fairchild Semiconductor--technology that was adopted worldwide. Working for Intel Corporation from 1970 to 1974, he designed the world's first microprocessor, the Intel 4004 (1971). Faggin led many other products, including the 8008 and the 8080 microprocessors. In 1974, Faggin began an entrepreneurial career, cofounding and leading several start-up companies. He is the recipient of many international honors and awards, including the 2009 National Medal of Technology and Innovation from President Barack Obama. See less