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
EU investments in chip technology will revitalize the European industrial landscape, put Europe on the map as an innovation leader, and help start-ups grow into unicorns.
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
Longread
Blog
Testimonial
“The human factor is very important; we should not forget technology originates from people.”
Listicle
Blog
Research update
Device performance improvement, full array integration, and increased understanding of magnetic immunity
Press release
16 December 2024
Publications
Explore the scientific achievements of imec’s researchers, including those at affiliated university research groups.
Calendar
Advanced Therapies Week (USA)
Dallas, USA
SPIE BIOS 2025
San Francisco, California, USA
SPIE AR/VR/MR 2025
San Francisco, USA
Photonics Innovation Day
San Francisco, USA
Seminar: Disrupting bio with specialty silicon
San Francisco, USA
SPIE Photonics West 2025
San Francisco, California, USA
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