Imec’s research areas include digital components, organic electronics and scaling-driven nanoelectronics. In addition, the research center is not only home to cleanrooms for cutting-edge research into next-generation information and communication technologies; it also has state-of-the-art imaging, bio- and network labs.

Using its specific know-how and infrastructure, imec goes to great lengths to develop disruptive technologies and solutions in applications areas as diverse as health, smart cities and mobility, logistics and manufacturing, and energy.

In February 2016, imec joined forces with iMinds, Flanders’ strategic research center for digital innovation.