Imec R&D, nano electronics and digital technologies

Outer wall forksheet to bridge nanosheet and CFET in the logic technology roadmap

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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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Research

In our 12,000 m² cleanrooms and state-of-the-art labs, we’re taking nano- and digital technology to the next level.

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Design and foundry services

Building on our infrastructure and expertise, our partners are able to accelerate their digital innovation.

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NanoIC pilot line

A pivotal initiative of the EU Chips Act to reinforce Europe’s leadership in semiconductor innovation.

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Venturing & start-ups

Our venturing ecosystem supports tech entrepreneurs by providing them with funds and knowhow.

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Applications

Get inspired by an overview of the ways in which imec’s technologies can transform your industry.

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Sustainability

Take a look at how the goal of a sustainable future guides our research and our internal organization.

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Stories

Imec and TEL during the signing ceremony of their extended partnership in Tokyo, Japan. Left to right: Antoine Evrard, Ambassador of Belgium to Japan; Toshiki Kawai, President and CEO of Tokyo Electron; Luc Van den hove, President and CEO of imec; Matthias Diependaele, Minister-President of Flanders.

Press release

16 June 2025

Imec and Tokyo Electron extend partnership to accelerate the development of beyond-2nm nodes

The agreement marks the start of a new five-year phase in their long-standing alliance.

Press release

12 June 2025

Record-breaking RF GaN-on-Si transistor performance for high-efficiency 6G power amplifiers

Improved contact resistance and RF output are key toward mobile-compatible E-mode GaN-on-Si transistors.

Research update

Outer wall forksheet to bridge nanosheet and CFET device architectures

Improved manufacturability and performance compared to the earlier inner wall forksheet.

Press release

11 June 2025

150 GSa/s DAC achieves 300 Gb/s data transmission

Paves the way for faster and more energy-efficient optical and electrical links in data centers.

Press release

5 June 2025

Single-chip microwave photonics system for signal processing

Programmable solution for wireless communication and microwave sensing.

Press release

3 June 2025

16nm pitch Ru lines with record-low resistance using semi-damascene integration

Cost-effective approach to patterning first local interconnect metal layer of A7 and beyond.

Press release

27 May 2025

21 May 2025

Imec will work with MIT labs to explore groundbreaking diagnostic devices

Joining forces with MIT’s RLE, MTL and IMES.

Press release

20 May 2025

Merck and imec develop MicroPhysiological Systems platform

Addressing the need for pre-clinical models in AI-driven drug development.

Page-turner

A technology platform for thermally stable DRAM peripheral transistors

Technology platform for thermally stable DRAM peripheral transistors.

Press release

19 May 2025

Imec presents prototype of ingestible sensor for gut health monitoring

In-human measurements demonstrate promise in clinical trials.

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Publications

Explore the scientific achievements of imec’s researchers, including those at affiliated university research groups.

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Calendar

August 27 - 28, 2025

ISES Korea

Suwon, Korea

September 08 - 11, 2025

ESSERC

Munich, Germany

September 09 - 11, 2025

UCPSS2025

Leuven, Belgium

September 10, 2025

Info session on the imec.icon program call

Online

September 10 - 12, 2025

Semicon Taiwan

Taipei, Taiwan

September 15 - 19, 2025

IVC-23

ICC SYDNEY

Outer wall forksheet to bridge nanosheet and CFET in the logic technology roadmap

Design and foundry services

Our future starts with you

Expertise

Research

Design and foundry services

NanoIC pilot line

Venturing & start-ups

Applications

Sustainability

Stories

Imec and Tokyo Electron extend partnership to accelerate the development of beyond-2nm nodes

Record-breaking RF GaN-on-Si transistor performance for high-efficiency 6G power amplifiers

Outer wall forksheet to bridge nanosheet and CFET device architectures

150 GSa/s DAC achieves 300 Gb/s data transmission

Single-chip microwave photonics system for signal processing

16nm pitch Ru lines with record-low resistance using semi-damascene integration

Record-low insertion loss of 300mm RF silicon interposer platform

AI’s future hinges on hardware innovation

Curvilinear technology: a game changer for the logic technology roadmap

Imec will work with MIT labs to explore groundbreaking diagnostic devices

Merck and imec develop MicroPhysiological Systems platform

A technology platform for thermally stable DRAM peripheral transistors

Imec presents prototype of ingestible sensor for gut health monitoring

Discover more

Publications

Calendar

ISES Korea

ESSERC

UCPSS2025

Info session on the imec.icon program call

Semicon Taiwan

IVC-23

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