Leibniz Institute for High Performance Microelectronics
The Leibniz Institute for High Performance Microelectronics (IHP) is the worldwide leading competence center for silicon-germanium technology.
We conduct cutting-edge research and development into silicon-based systems, high-frequency circuits and technologies for wireless and broadband communication. As a transition between basic research and application-oriented applications, the institute makes significant contributions to the innovative strength and ability of Germany and Europe as a location.
The IHP's research focuses on economically relevant topics that are used in:
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News
External press release: The Last Missing Piece of Silicon Photonics
Scientists from Forschungszentrum Jülich, FZJ, the University of Stuttgart, and the Leibniz Institute for High Performance Microelectronics (IHP), together with their French partner CEA-Leti, have developed the first electrically pumped continuous-wave semiconductor laser composed exclusively of elements from the fourth group of the periodic table – the “silicon group”.
IHP - a significant partner for space technologies: From processor architectures to satellite communication technologies
Several projects - Scale4Edge, COCHISA, MORAL and 6G-TakeOff - represent IHP's commitment to developing European capabilities in the space sector, from processor architectures up to satellite communications technologies.
European 6G-SENSES Project: Research for revolutionary technology advancements in preparation for 6G
Initial view on the 6G radio access network architecture defined
IHP scientist appointed professor at BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
Dr Krzysztof Piotrowski professor for Distributed Measurement Systems and Sensor Networks
Novel power amplifier from IHP boosting signal transmission for future beyond-5G technologies
At IHP, researchers led by Dr Mohamed Hussein Eissa have successfully developed a new silicon-based power amplifier that advances technology development be-yond-5G.
Summer School on Advanced Photonics and Electronics for Quantum, Sensing and Space Applications
Summer School of IHP, University of Rome Tor Vergata and University Roma Tre successfully gave insights into latest research results. 13 young scientists and researchers from five countries broadened their knowledge of cutting-edge microelectronic and photonic technologies addressing future needs for quantum, sensing and space applications.