Heartland. It also builds a bridge between our university and universities and companies in Flanders, in Belgium and in Europe.”

The partnership between Purdue University and imec represents a significant step forward in semiconductor technology innovation and collaboration. This collaboration will not only elevate Indiana’s status in the semiconductor industry but also foster global partnerships and initiatives that will define the future of semiconductor, nanoelectronics, and digital technologies R&D at Purdue.

The presence of imec at Purdue’s Convergence Center for Innovation and Collaboration will facilitate groundbreaking advancements in semiconductor technologies, pushing the boundaries of nano- and digital technology innovations. This strategic partnership will not only enhance the quality and pace of innovation but also provide an opportunity for students and faculty to work alongside imec researchers, creating a collaborative network that will define the future of semiconductor technology.

The grand opening of the research and development hub at Purdue marks imec’s first Midwest research office, adding to its existing offices in California and Florida. This expansion demonstrates imec’s commitment to leveraging global expertise and collaborating with academic institutions like Purdue to further propel Indiana into a prominent position within the semiconductor innovation ecosystem.

The partnership with imec, the crown jewel of chips innovation in Europe, will not only strengthen Purdue’s capability as a leading university in U.S. microelectronics R&D but also build a bridge between universities and companies in Flanders, Belgium, and Europe. This trans-Atlantic partnership is poised to elevate Indiana’s status in the semiconductor industry by fostering collaborative research and development initiatives among academia, industry, and economic development partners.

In conclusion, the partnership between Purdue University and imec is a strategically pivotal moment in the growing ecosystem of semiconductors in the heart of the Silicon Heartland. It represents an unprecedented collaboration that will define the future of semiconductor technology innovation and elevate Indiana’s status in the global semiconductor industry.