Jim Edgar, Kansas State University (IMAGE) Kansas State University Caption Jim Edgar, university distinguished professor of chemical engineering at Kansas State University, has received a patent for his process that can build better semiconductors and improve electronic devices. Credit Kansas State University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.