Tuomo Suntola

Tuomo Suntola is a Finnish engineer and inventor known for developing the Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) technology, which greatly improved computer memory. His most notable contribution is the invention of the Ångström Programming Technique, used in thin-film semiconductor manufacturing, enabling cost-effective production of integrated circuits. This innovation laid the groundwork for many modern electronic devices, including computers, smartphones, and digital systems. Suntola's work has had a profound impact on electronics, making complex devices smaller, faster, and more affordable. His contributions are recognized as significant milestones in the advancement of semiconductor technology.