Imec was founded in 1984 and is today the world’s largest independent research and innovation center for nanoelectronics and digital technology.
As the chip lab of the world, imec drives the advancements that power today’s most cutting-edge technology. By making chips smaller, faster, more affordable, and more sustainable, we tackle the most pressing global challenges, such as climate change, pollution, accessible healthcare, and sustainable food provision. From the chips in your smartphone to the innovations transforming health, automotive, agritech, energy and beyond: imec is shaping the future.