imec

3001 Leuven

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About imec

imec is an R&D hub for nano- and digital technologies. We believe in the combination of extremely talented people and a world-class infrastructure to enable a prosperous and sustainable future for all.

Contact

imec Tower
Remisebosweg 1
3001 Leuven
Belgium
https://www.imec-int.com/en
+32 16 28 12 11

More Info on imec

At imec, we shape the future.

How? By enabling nano- and digital technology innovation with a significant impact on the quality of life. With our partners from companies, governments and academia. And supported by the three pillars of our R&D:

  • a unique infrastructure that includes a 2.5-billion-euro 300mm semiconductor pilot line
  • more than 5,000 expert scientists from over 95 countries
  • an ecosystem of more than 600 world-leading industry partners and a global academic network

Founded in 1984, imec quickly made its name as the leading research hub for advanced CMOS scaling.

We will continue to shape the roadmap for the semiconductor industry for years to come. On top of that, we leverage this deep-tech know-how and combine it with software and system knowledge to build up an exceptional portfolio of advanced technologies.

The combination of these technologies opens the door to smart, sustainable solutions in domains such as healthcare, clean energy and Industry 4.0.

Articles & News

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Systems

Working Toward Next-Gen Wireless Networks at 100 GHz and Beyond

Jan. 27, 2022
Next-generation mobile networks, including 6G, will likely move to frequencies above 100 GHz. Learn about imec's work on an ADC and FEM that promises to make such a leap viable...
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Systems

Wireless Time-Sensitive Networks: When Every Microsecond Counts

May 24, 2021
This article evaluates the various technology options for the roll-out of wireless TSNs and elaborates on the importance of an accurate time synchronization.
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Components

Q&A with Kris Myny, Principal Member of Technical Staff at imec

June 2, 2017
In this interview, Kris Myny discusses how imec technology, such as metal-oxide thin-film transistors, has the potential to impact everyday products and services.
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Technologies

GaN-on-Silicon is Ready for Space

March 14, 2017
GaN-on-silicon device technology has been tested as ready for space-based DC-to-DC power conversion applications.
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Multi-Protocol Chip Tries to Desegregate the Internet of Things

Jan. 5, 2017
The wireless chip that Qorvo released on Tuesday is latest specimen to incorporate multiple radios that connect things like heating systems and light bulbs.
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Test & Measurement

Prober Checks 25-Micron Bumps

Aug. 6, 2013
A wafer-probe developer and research facility have developed a probe solution for 3D ICs.

Videos & Resources

Components

Q&A with Kris Myny, Principal Member of Technical Staff at imec (.PDF Download)

June 6, 2017
Q&A with Kris Myny, Principal Member of Technical Staff at imec (.PDF Download)

All content from imec

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Commercial

Flexible RFID Sensor Tag Could Cut Food Waste

March 26, 2013
To help to eliminate waste, an RFID chip, microcontroller, and sensor integrated circuit have been integrated into a flexible tag that monitors the freshness of food.
Test & Measurement

Companies Pursue Technology Alliance

March 18, 2010
CASCADE MICROTECH, INC. and sUss Microtec aG have pursued a strategic alliance to address the growing device complexities of emerging semiconductor technologies. the two companies...
Markets

Renesas Teams Up With IMEC On Reconfigurable RF Transceivers

May 6, 2008
Renesas Technology has entered into research collaboration with IMEC, Europe's independent nanoelectronics research centre. The joint venture will concentrate on developing 45nm...
Semiconductors

2006 IEDM Points Way For Device Power And Speed

Nov. 16, 2006
The 2006 edition of the IEDM features some new marks for solid-state microwave frequency and power along with some practical approaches for saving processing costs.