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
Aligned with the EU Chips Act, access to the pilot line will accelerate beyond-2nm 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.
Vision
Imminent bioconvergent tools and AI will decode the black box of biology
Press release
13 March 2025
Longread
A study on charge trapping and emission
Press release
11 March 2025
Featured in the media
Imec proposes different material and integration options in response to the evolving needs of the DRAM periphery.
Press release
24 February 2025
Research update
Vision
Page-turner
A path from planar 2D-FETs to high-performance 2D-CFETs
Research update
A 3D charge-coupled device with IGZO channel: a promising CXL type-3 buffer memory
Press release
14 January 2025
Press release
9 January 2025
Press release
7 January 2025
A leap for photovoltaic research
Publications
Explore the scientific achievements of imec’s researchers, including those at affiliated university research groups.
Calendar
March 16 - 21, 2025
Imec at the 2025 APS Global Physics Summit
Anaheim, CA and virtual
March 16 - 21, 2025
APS March Meeting 2025
Anaheim, Los Angeles, USA
March 17 - 19, 2025
ISPIM connects Cape Town: Transforming Futures through Innovation
Cape Town, South Africa
March 18 - 19, 2025
Image Sensors Europe
London, UK
March 18, 2025
imec PhD Alumni Meet
Leuven
March 19 - February 21, 2025
Revolutionizing Next-Generation Sequencing (6th edition)
Antwerp, Belgium
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