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.
Press releases
23 October 2025
Published today in Science, this breakthrough in material engineering accelerates the roadmap for quantum applications
Press releases
16 October 2025
A growing team, active participation in a major European project, and a firm ambition to help the automotive industry transition to chiplet-based architectures underscore imec’s commitment to strengthening Baden-Württemberg’s innovation ecosystem while fueling international impact
Testimonial
“At imec, bold ideas are not only encouraged, but tested, challenged, and often turned into innovations with real impact."
Press releases
15 October 2025
First foundry and suppliers sign imec’s ACP program to jointly accelerate chiplet adoption in the automotive industry
Press releases
6 October 2025
AIXTRON, GlobalFoundries, KLA Corporation, Synopsys, and Veeco join imec’s GaN power electronics program track on 300mm as first partners
Press releases
2 October 2025
Achieving a net data rate of 400Gb/s per lane, imec’s GeSi EAM heralds a new generation of compact, high-bandwidth, low-latency, and energy-efficient modulators – tailored for short-reach, scale-up optical interconnects, and manufacturable at silicon scale
Blog
Recent research dispels myths about deep-tech venturing and confirms our belief that you don’t have to choose between changing the world and making money.
Interview
Luc Van den hove becomes Chairman, Patrick Vandenameele appointed CEO effective April 2026.
Press releases
29 September 2025
Imec ensures seamless succession and strategic continuity.
Press releases
24 September 2025
Silicon qubits made using advanced industrial manufacturing methods have met key performance criteria, paving the way to mass production of functional quantum computers.
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