As a world-renowned research center, imec believes in the power of technology to contribute to a better future. Locally, we put this vision into practice by supporting companies and governments in their sustainable innovation efforts.
In its 40-year existence, imec has grown to become a world leader in microchip research – the world’s chip laboratory. All leading technology companies come together at imec to collaborate as partners in research programs to develop the next generation of chip technologies. And although microchip technology is at the core of what we do, our impact reaches much further. We play a vital role in key application areas such as computer technologies & systems, health, automotive, energy, infotainment, industry, agrifood, and lifelong learning. Our research expertise focuses on driving groundbreaking innovations within these crucial domains and far beyond. This advanced knowledge of semiconductor technology connects imec with software and system know-how, enabling the development of a wide range of technological expertise: artificial intelligence, sensor and actuator systems, optoelectronics, flexible electronics, nano and digital technology, wireless communication, radar systems, energy technologies…
