Applied Optics Research at imec: introduction to the feature issue

Area of Science:

• Applied Optics
• Microelectronics
• Photonics

Background:

• Overview of current applied optics research activities at imec (Interuniversity Microelectronics Center).
• Research conducted across imec campuses in Leuven, Brussels, and Ghent, Belgium.
• Focus on interdisciplinary advancements in microelectronics and photonics.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge applied optics research.
• To showcase diverse research areas including imaging, materials, and sensors.
• To highlight the innovative work being done at imec.

Main Methods:

• Compilation of research articles covering various applied optics topics.
• Focus on imaging systems and image processing techniques.
• Exploration of novel materials, optical devices, sensors, and detectors.

Main Results:

• Presentation of a wide range of applied optics research findings.
• Demonstration of advancements in optical device and sensor technology.
• Insights into new materials and their applications in optics.

Conclusions:

• Imec is at the forefront of applied optics research.
• The research spans critical areas of imaging, materials science, and device engineering.
• This issue serves as a valuable resource for the optics and microelectronics community.