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More efficient Earth observation thanks to on-chip spectral imaging

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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.

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With firm roots in nanoelectronics, our portfolio covers a range of hardware and software technologies.

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Stories

Earth observation spectral imaging

More efficient Earth observation thanks to on-chip spectral imaging

Customizable imagers enable Earth observation systems to monitor and protect our planet.
PR Skinetix

Press release

13 November 2024

Smart sportswear maximizes performance and speeds up recovery

Spin-off Skinetix matches sensor data with a personalized AI model for biomechanical insights.
Article Semi-damascene

Page-turner

Semi-damascene metallization: inflection point in back-end-of-line processing?

Addressing the RC delay at beyond-20nm metal pitches for multiple generations.
PR Cambridge UK

Press release

25 October 2024

Imec Cambridge UK develops DSE framework for AI training

The aim is to achieve optimal performance to democratize hardware research.
Proteomics sensing

Vision

Massive single-molecule sensing arrays for proteomics

Combining technologies into one integrated system enables true innovation.
PR NanoIC

Vision

Europe’s pilot line to enable future compute systems

Accelerating beyond-2nm chip innovation across Europe

PR Brailsports

Press release

17 October 2024

Spin-off Brailsports builds AI platform for sports training

Estimating fitness and fatigue to optimize training schedules.
Tandem solar cell (Perovskite-CIGS)

Research update

Advancing efficiency and scalability of thin-film tandem solar cells

Bringing these tandems closer to commercialization.
Star automotive semiconductors

Imec launches star

Uniting the automotive semiconductor ecosystem around technology innovation and talent development.

PR ACP

Press release

10 October 2024

Imec welcomes first partners to its Automotive Chiplet Program

Arm, ASE, BMW Group, Bosch, Cadence, Siemens, SiliconAuto, Synopsys, Tenstorrent and Valeo
PR SOLiDIFY

Press release

19 September 2024

Lithium-metal battery achieves 1070 Wh/L through cost-effective manufacturing process

Towards a sustainable and globally competitive battery value chain in Europe.
Proteomics technology

Vision

Progress in proteomics

Investments and technological developments indicate we're on the verge of a proteomics revolution.
PR High-NA first exposure

Press release

7 August 2024

Imec demonstrates logic and DRAM structures using High NA EUV Lithography

Results confirm readiness of the High NA EUV patterning ecosystem for enabling future logic and memory use cases.

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Imec 40 years

Happy birthday to us!

Here's to four decades of innovation and the talent behind it.

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Calendar

17 Nov 2024
- 22 Nov 2024

SuperComputing 2024

Atlanta, USA

2 Dec 2024
- 3 Dec 2024

Training: N2 Pathfinding-PDK (P-PDK)

imec Leuven, Belgium

5 Dec 2024
- 6 Dec 2024

EFECS 2024

Ghent, Belgium

7 Dec 2024
- 11 Dec 2024

Imec at the 70th International Electron Devices Meeting (IEDM)

San Francisco (CA), USA

8 Dec 2024

ITF@IEDM

San Francisco, USA

9 Dec 2024
- 11 Dec 2024

Whispers

Helsinki, Finland

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