Expertise

We perform world-leading research in nano-electronics and create groundbreaking innovation in application domains such as healthcare, smart cities and mobility, logistics and manufacturing, and energy.

The combination of our widely acclaimed leadership in microchip technology and profound software and ICT expertise is what makes imec unique.

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CMOS: advanced and beyond

Explore how imec enables next-generation computing, storage and interconnect technologies.

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Integrated photonics

Take a look at technologies for high-performance optical transceivers, sensors and more.

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Health technologies

Imec brings the power of chip technology to the world of healthcare.

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Sensing and actuation

Find out more about imec’s custom CMOS-based image sensor and vision systems and other imaging and actuation innovations. 

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Connectivity technology

Look into our system-on-chip design for high-performance, low-power communication.

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Compute system architecture

Join's imec's exploration of hardware-software codesign for high-performance computing and AI applications.

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Energy technologies

Explore our solutions for sustainably generating, storing, and converting energy.

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Artificial intelligence

Explore the technologies and possibilities of AI – no longer the stuff of science fiction.

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What can we do for you?

  • Boost your research or custom product development through collaboration with our pool of experts.
  • Assistance on chip design, development, prototyping and manufacturing.
  • Access our IP via licensing.
  • Use our industry network to access advanced technology.
  • Develop your skills through specialized technical training

Why work with us?

  • Gain access to our unique state-of-the-art infrastructure
  • Use our large international network of expertise
  • Lower your research costs and risks trough precompetitive collaboration
  • Enhance competitiveness with our in-depth technology knowledge
  • Accelerate your product roadmap
  • Reduce your time to market (TTM)

Some examples of what we have done

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Imo-imomec: a hidden gem in materials R&D and related services

28/08/2021
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Expertise

A deep dive into the strengths and offerings of the imec research group at Hasselt University.

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Custom chip manufacturing

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Expertise

Go from idea to scalable and reliable semiconductor manufacturing with IC-Link.

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ITF Spain

03/11/2026
Barcelona, Spain

A new chapter for deep-tech innovation

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How the Web Failed Its Own Inventor

14/01/2020
Expertise

Jo De Boeck – Chief Strategy Officer, imec

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