Basically, “3D heterogeneous integration” aims gathering different micro electronics objects together in order to juxtapose complementary functions (such as sensing, storing, processing, actuation, communication and energy scavenging) and building advanced system solutions in a way that the objects are connected together in the 3 dimensions of the space. This very innovative approach is now mainly driven by the microelectronics sector which is facing a huge challenge for maintaining density increase imposed by Moore’s Law.

Meeting new challenges in characterization for micro- and nanoelectronics and materials for energy Leti, INAC (Institute for Nanoscience and Cryogenics) and Liten (Laboratory for Innovation in New Energy Technologies and Nanomaterials) joined forces five years ago on the MINATEC campus to create a platform devoted to nanoscale characterization.

Innovation in mind! An integral part of a national network of high-tech platforms, the MOS and MEMS technology platforms bring together Leti’s resources for conducting applied research in micro- and nanotechnology.

Clinatec biomedical platform is developing innovative brain-disorder treatments Clinatec – the multidisciplinary biomedical research center formed by Leti, Grenoble University Hospital and Joseph Fourier University – has recently been restructured to support its growth into a multi-project research center focused on developing innovative treatments for cerebral and neuro-degenerative disorders.

INNOVATION CLUSTER FOR MICRO- AND NANOTECHNOLOGY APPLIED TO LIFE SCIENCES NanoBio was launched in 2001 by CEA Grenoble and Université Joseph Fourier in association with Grenoble's university teaching hospital (CHU) and with the financial backing of local authorities. It is a regional innovation cluster specialising in micro- and nanotechnology applied to life sciences and healthcare.

Embedded system design benefits from a comprehensive approach to complexity Embedded systems – dedicated single-purpose computers – are used in everything from cellphones to airplanes. But designing these complex systems and making them reliable, robust, energy efficient, and cost effective is challenging.

Combining expertise, skills, technology and collaboration

Spotlighting the activities of Leti A showcase for CEA-Leti’s many achievements, the 125-m² showroom at MINATEC is aimed not only at industrial and institutional partners, but also at the general public.

Human and social sciences: at the heart of Leti’s innovation policy In order to enrich its technological innovation process, Leti takes the human, cultural and social dimensions into account. Its initiatives are based around four complementary entities.