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Article Monolithic ASIC vs Chiplet
AI Protein engineering
PR 2D materials TSMC ASML

When to move from a monolithic ASIC to a chiplet-based design?

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Transforming AI‑driven lab-in-the-loop protein engineering

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ASML, TSMC and imec bring 2D-material transistors closer to industrial readiness

With breakthrough 300mm integration

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Imec is the world's leading independent nanoelectronics R&D hub. The combination of our talent, infrastructure, and partner network enables breakthroughs towards microchips that are smaller, faster, more affordable, and more sustainable. We combine that nanotech expertise with data and AI to create and support applications for a smarter, better future.

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In our 12,000 m² cleanrooms and state-of-the-art labs, we’re taking nano- and digital technology to the next level.

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NanoIC pilot line

A pivotal initiative of the EU Chips Act to reinforce Europe’s leadership in semiconductor innovation.

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AI Protein engineering

AI‑driven lab-in-the-loop protein engineering

A new approach through next‑generation chip technologies.
Article Monolithic ASIC vs Chiplet

Longread

When does it make sense to move from a monolithic ASIC to a chiplet-based design?

The benefits, trade-offs and technical implications of moving to chiplets.
PR FeFET FeCAP

Press release

17 June 2026

Breakthroughs in ferroelectric memory research

For solutions that meet AI-era data needs.
PR imec Sony

Press release

16 June 2026

Sony and imec unveil high-density backside connectivity module

Enabling next-generation 3D chip integration.
PR 2D materials TSMC ASML

Press release

15 June 2026

2D-material transistors closer to industrial readiness

With breakthrough 300mm integration.
PR RF Interposer

Press release

11 June 2026

Imec unlocks system-level III-V chiplet integration on Si-CMOS

By advancing its 300mm RF silicon interposer platform.
Collaboration signing IMEC and TUe

Imec and TU/e formalize a shared vision for semiconductor innovation

Reinforcing Eindhoven's position as as a semiconductor innovation hub.
PR UWB

Press release

9 June 2026

Imec unlocks fourfold UWB range extension

Using narrowband receiver chip compliant with IEEE 802.15.4ab standard.
PR Hybrid Bonding

Press release

28 May 2026

W2W hybrid bonding with 200nm interconnect pitch

Advancing overlay performance required for advanced logic-to-logic and memory-to-logic tier stacking.
ACP architecture

Vision

From horsepower to high-performance compute

Automotive chiplets take the leap towards autonomous edge computing.
PR HNA Qubits

Press release

19 May 2026

World first: quantum dot qubit device using High NA EUV

Most advanced litho will be key for scaling up quantum technology.
PR Venturing

Press release

18 May 2026

Imec expands global footprint of imec.ventures with dedicated US presence

Supporting the creation and scaling of semiconductor deep-tech ventures worldwide.
PR 3D CCD

Press release

12 May 2026

Imec demonstrates first 3D implementation of a CCD for AI memory applications

Paving the way for a solution to address the memory wall for AI-specific workloads.

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Upcoming events

May 24 - June 28, 2026

Compound Semiconductor Week (CSW) 2026

Kumamoto, Japan

June 28 - July 02, 2026

OECC 2026

Busan, South-Korea

June 28 - July 02, 2026

2D Transmission Metal Dichalcogenides (2D TMDs) Conference 2026

UTown, NUS, Singapore

July 13 - 17, 2026

Spin Qubit

Delft, Netherlands

July 20 - 24, 2026

NSREC 2026

San Juan, Puerto Rico

August 23 - 27, 2026

SPIE Optics and Photonics 2026

San Diego, USA

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