# Rocket One backs university research on nanomagnetic memory

> A one-year research program will test device-level switching for SKYMRAM, a proposed memory technology for AI chips.

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- Published: 2026-10-15T16:53:09+00:00
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- Event / data period: 2026-10-13
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Rocket One signed a sponsored research agreement with Virginia Commonwealth University to advance SKYMRAM, a skyrmion-based magnetic-memory concept. The one-year program is scheduled to begin November 1, 2026, covering nanoscale fabrication, materials optimization and device-level testing.

The proof-of-concept goal is to demonstrate switching of SKYMRAM’s soft magnetic layer. Northwestern University will support thin-film growth and materials characterization through a subaward. The announcement does not establish an integrated chip, commercial product or validated system-level performance.

## Data

### The university program will test a proposed magnetic-memory device; no commercial chip was announced.

This is early-stage research; no integrated device or validated performance was announced.

Methodology: This event record summarizes the primary announcement; it is not independent verification of product performance.

| date | label | description | status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-13 | The university program will test a proposed magnetic-memory device; no commercial chip was announced. | This is early-stage research; no integrated device or validated performance was announced. | occurred |

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## Sources

- [Rocket One Inc. (PR Newswire)](<https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/rocket-one-signs-agreement-to-advance-nanomagnetic-ai-chip-technology-and-device-prototyping-302907604.html>) (Source checked: 2026-10-15; Published: 2026-10-13)

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