Imec is a world leading independent nanoelectronics R&D hub. The combination of our talent, infrastructure, and our partner network enables breakthroughs towards microchips that are smaller, faster, more affordable, and more sustainable. We combine that nanotech expertise with data and AI to create and support applications for a smarter, better future.

A large part of imec’s activities in quantum computing is devoted to the study of materials, as well as improving the quality of surfaces and interfaces in quantum devices. We utilize advanced test and characterization facilities to study the behavior of a range of materials and processes to identify the most promising options for qubit development. Despite the development of high-coherence, low-variability, and high-yield quantum devices, additional conditions have to be met to and to scale up the number of qubits in quantum computing systems.

In ARCTIC imec is working on two of these milestones. The first one is the modelling of devices in fully depleted CMOS technology to aid the design of circuits specifically tailored to be operated at milli-Kelvin temperatures. The other activity is the development of processes and technologies for cryogenic 3D integration to increase the density of qubits while at the same time reducing their footprint.

On top of this technical work, imec is the project coordinator of ARCTIC.

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