Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology ISIT
The Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology ISIT in Itzehoe is a leading European research hub specializing in microelectronics and microsystems technology.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1996
- Employees
- 200
- Headquarters
- Germany
- Type
- Non-Profit
About
The Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology ISIT in Itzehoe is a leading European research hub specializing in microelectronics and microsystems technology. With a 3,000‑m² cleanroom that supports both cutting‑edge research and industrial‑scale pilot production, the institute develops power‑electronic components, MEMS sensors, and micro‑actuators in close partnership with industry. Its multidisciplinary team of 160 scientists delivers solutions for medicine, environmental monitoring, traffic engineering, communications, automotive, and mechanical engineering sectors. ISIT’s unique combination of state‑of‑the‑art facilities, collaborative culture, and end‑to‑end production capability positions it as a key driver of innovation in the microelectronics field.