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.
Manufacturing
Go from idea to scalable and reliable semiconductor manufacturing with IC-Link.
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
27 January 2026
First-Of-Its-Kind Solution For Barium Titanate Epitaxy on Silicon to Accelerate Datacom and Quantum Computing Applications
Research update
Vision
A new era of grand chip scaling challenges has begun: imec’s vision for 2026.
Listicle
Press release
16 December 2025
Press release
11 December 2025
Press release
10 December 2025
Featured in the media
Press release
9 December 2025
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9 December 2025
Press release
8 December 2025
Press release
25 November 2025
Press release
18 November 2025
Publications
Explore the scientific achievements of imec’s researchers, including those at affiliated university research groups.
Calendar
February 9, 2026
Official inauguration of the NanoIC pilot line
imec HQ, Leuven,Belgium
February 11 - 13, 2026
SEMICON Korea 2026
Seoul, Korea
February 15 - 19, 2026
ISSCC 2026
San Francisco, USA
February 17 - 19, 2026
Chiplet summit 2026
Santa clara, USA
February 22 - 26, 2026
SPIE Advanced Lithography + Patterning
San Jose, California
February 24 - 25, 2026
EPIC Technology Meeting on Integrated Photonics and Packaging at PHIX
Enschede, Netherlands
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