Dr. Brewer’s Keynote Address Challenges the Industry to Rethink the Future of Hybrid Electronics
Brewer Science, Inc., a global leader in developing and manufacturing next-generation materials and processes for the microelectronics and optoelectronics industries, will showcase its latest innovations in water quality sensor technology at NextFlex Innovation Days 2025. As a founding member of NextFlex, Dr. Terry Brewer, has been invited to present the keynote address and commemorate the consortium’s 10th anniversary.
Brewer Science’s Water Quality Sensor Provide Real-Time Detection
Visit Brewer Science’s exhibition booth to learn about the latest developments in water quality sensors, designed to provide real-time detection of contaminants such as heavy metals and nitrates. Leveraging advanced printed electronics and next-generation materials, these sensors offer:
- Real-time monitoring: Instantaneous data collection and analysis for proactive water quality management.
- High precision: Detection capabilities at parts-per-billion levels, ensuring exceptional accuracy.
- Customizable analytes: Adaptability to detect a wide range of water contaminants and minerals, catering to diverse industry needs. Brewer Science is exploring the potential to detect other contaminants like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the future.
Dr. Terry Brewer’s Keynote Address Challenges the Industry to Rethink the Future of Hybrid Electronics
Dr. Terry Brewer will deliver a keynote address reflecting on NextFlex’s decade-long journey and envisioning the future of hybrid electronics. His speech will be multidimensional, drawing parallels between technological evolution and the resilience of nature—particularly the Northern Fir tree. Just as the Northern Fir thrives by adapting to its environment and efficiently managing resources without a central processor, the future of hybrid electronics must embrace decentralized, intelligent design to create smarter, more adaptable systems.
Dr. Brewer will emphasize how, while the semiconductor industry’s relentless push for miniaturization has yielded remarkable breakthroughs, it has also created opportunities to explore alternative pathways. He will highlight Brewer Science’s development of printed sensors, such as the Inflect™ line of sensors—a compact device measuring approximately 1 mm—that enables real-time, on-site detection of contaminants like lead in water. Much like the Northern Fir processes vast amounts of environmental data without a single controlling entity, hybrid electronics can empower distributed intelligence in sensors, reducing reliance on traditional, time-consuming analysis.
By rethinking how we integrate materials, sensors, and microelectronics, Brewer Science—alongside NextFlex—is helping to shape a future where technology mirrors the efficiency and adaptability of nature itself.
Connect with Dr. Adam Scotch at Brewer Science’s Exhibition Booth
Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage with Dr. Adam Scotch, Director of R&D for Printed Electronics at Brewer Science, who will be present at the exhibition booth. Dr. Scotch will provide insights into the company’s research and development efforts, discuss the practical applications of their water quality sensors, and explore potential collaborations to further advance flexible hybrid electronics (FHE) technologies.
Brewer Science’s participation in NextFlex Innovation Days 2025 underscores its dedication to pioneering solutions that address critical environmental challenges through technological innovation. The company remains committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in flexible hybrid electronics, contributing to a smarter and more connected world. Learn more about Brewer Science’s water quality sensor capabilities on the website.
