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.
Longread
First results show high-resolution patterns with EUV PFAS-free photoresists.
Longread
Thermal analysis highlights the importance of system-technology co-optimization.
Press releases
3 April 2025
The findings support GaN-Si’s potential for high reliability 5G+/6G communication systems
Research update
Upscaling semiconducting and superconducting qubits with customized 300mm CMOS-compatible fabrication processes in the advanced pilot lines of imec
Press releases
31 March 2025
New partnership enables an innovative network together with academia and industry partners to strengthen digital sovereignty in Europe
Press releases
31 March 2025
Technology could revolutionize next-generation driver assistance systems and other high-precision sensing applications
Technology review
2T0C IGZO-based DRAM opens doors to high-density 3D DRAM and embedded DRAM
Vision
Imminent bioconvergent tools and AI will decode the black box of biology
Publications
Explore the scientific achievements of imec’s researchers, including those at affiliated university research groups.
Calendar
TSMC 2025 Austin Technology Workshop
Austin, USA
NIL Industrial Day
Vienna, Austria
TSMC 2025 Boston Technology Workshop
Boston, USA
GSA 2025 European Executive Forum
Munich, Germany
PCIM Europe 2025
Nuremberg, Germany
Knowledge for Growth
Antwerp, Belgium
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