imec
Helping Illinois manufacturers improve operations and global competitiveness.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1996
- Employees
- 56
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
About
imec is a world‑leading research and development hub that drives innovation in nano‑electronics and digital technologies, translating cutting‑edge science into products that improve quality of life. The company focuses on advanced CMOS scaling, flexible electronics, IoT, wearables, and photonics, while applying deep‑tech expertise across sectors such as healthcare, mobility, Industry 5.0, clean energy, and agrifood. imec’s distinctive advantage lies in its integrated approach that combines hardware, software, and systems engineering with a strong partnership ecosystem spanning industry, government, and academia, enabling rapid prototyping and low‑volume production. Through its R&D, start‑up support, and talent‑development programs, imec cultivates a culture of collaboration, sustainability, and technological excellence.