Synaptics, Inc., USA

"Cited for his pioneering contributions to the implementation of the microprocessor, a principle building block of modern telecommunications"

Presented by: The Honorable Francesco Cossiga, President of the Republic of Italy at the Campidoglio, Rome

In 1968, Dr. Faggin invented silicon gate technology. Later, while at Intel, Dr. Faggin helped design the first microprocessor, the Intel 4004 and the succeeding 8-bit model, the Intel 8008. Dr. Faggin is the co-founder of Synapitcs, Inc., where he currently serves as president.