Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems

Smart Sensor Systems for a safe, secure and sustainable future

Microelectronic systems are part of our everyday lives: they ensure that our smartphones work, that we have fast internet, provide support in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and guarantee that public transport runs smoothly.

As a research and development partner, Fraunhofer IMS offers customised sensor technology for biomedical applications, optical systems, open source semiconductors, embedded AI, technology services and quantum technology.

News

 

Press release

First ECG Chip for Real-Time Detection of Atrial Fibrillation Developed

The ARTEMIS project consortium has introduced a groundbreaking EKG chip capable of detecting atrial fibrillation (AF) in real time. 

 

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Fraunhofer IMS explores new materials for photonic quantum technologies

 The Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems (IMS), in collaboration with the Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research Dresden e.V. (IFW), is launching the research project NANO-INC. 

 

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Fraunhofer IMS sets standards in energy management

With ISO 50001:2018 certification, IMS is committed to systematically increasing energy efficiency and reducing energy consumption - an important step towards sustainable resource utilisation and climate protection. 

 

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Fraunhofer IMS at trade fairs

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Our business units

 

Health

The Fraunhofer IMS researches and develops medical implants and non-invasive health systems in the Business Unit Health.

 

Industry

The Industry business unit is researching smart solutions for production, artificial intelligence and trustworthy electronics.

 

Mobility

The change in mobility is unmistakable - autonomous driving and zero emissions are also the driving topics at the Fraunhofer  IMS.

 

Space and Security

Space and safety engineering are applications with considerable potential, which is why we take care of them.

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