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.
Expertise
With firm roots in nanoelectronics, our portfolio covers a range of hardware and software technologies.
Research
In our 12,000 m² cleanrooms and state-of-the-art labs, we’re taking nano- and digital technology to the next level.
Design and foundry services
Building on our infrastructure and expertise, our partners are able to accelerate their digital innovation.
NanoIC pilot line
A pivotal initiative of the EU Chips Act to reinforce Europe’s leadership in semiconductor innovation.
Venturing & start-ups
Our venturing ecosystem supports tech entrepreneurs by providing them with funds and knowhow.
Applications
Get inspired by an overview of the ways in which imec’s technologies can transform your industry.
Sustainability
Take a look at how the goal of a sustainable future guides our research and our internal organization.
Press release
23 October 2025
Imec sets electro-optic performance record in thin-film strontium titanate at cryogenic temperatures
Published today in Science, this breakthrough in material engineering accelerates the roadmap for quantum applications
Driving innovation with chiplet-based architectures.
Press release
16 October 2025
Testimonial
Press release
15 October 2025
Press release
6 October 2025
Blog
Press release
2 October 2025
Press release
29 September 2025
Interview
Press release
24 September 2025
Publications
Explore the scientific achievements of imec’s researchers, including those at affiliated university research groups.
Calendar
October 23 - 24, 2025
JAXA MEWS 2025
Tsukuba City, Japan
October 28 - 29, 2025
EPIC Technology Meeting on Photonics for Bio and Life Science Applications at CSEM
Neuchâtel, Switzerland
October 28, 2025
Expert session at Nihonbashi Space week
Nihonbashi, Japan
October 28, 2025
Optica Online Industry Meeting: AR/VR
Online
October 29 - 31, 2025
SWITCH 2025 (Singapore Week of Innovation & Technology)
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
October 30 - 31, 2025
Image sensors Asia
Seoul, Korea
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