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Phase-change memory is a type of fast, cheap, and non-volatile memory whose only drawback is its high programming current requirement, which limits miniaturization potential and maximum density. However, Leti researchers have obtained promising results from a new “confined structure” phase-change memory architecture that allows for 50 nm chips—substantially smaller than the 300 nm currently available […] >>

Leti now offers partner businesses and universities an expansive library of 3D test patterns, built from the laboratory’s years of research on 3D stacking technology. The library can be used to test the performance of various interconnections and check compliance with specifications—from the very outset. The patterns can be used to test through-silicon vias (TSVs), […] >>

Leti will be particularly well represented at this year’s Rendez-vous Carnot, to be held in Lyon on October 3–4, 2012. This R&D event focusing on innovative products will feature 800 exhibitors and is expected to bring in some 2,000 professionals from a range of industries. Most of the expected visitors work in industry or innovation. […] >>

MINATEC-based Avenium Consulting, a subsidiary of CEA Investissement, has just finished compiling a massive Europe-wide database of competencies covering 87 manufacturing companies, research centers, and universities boasting a total of 250,000 patents and 100,000 publications. The project was commissioned by KIC InnoEnergy, a commercial business incorporated as a Societas Europea that supports innovation in the […] >>

If you have been wondering about Leti’s research results for 2011, look no further! The lab has published a series of five reports (in English) available as downloads on the Leti website. Printed versions of the reports have been sent to Leti partners. To design the reports, Leti looked at how top-tier universities communicate their […] >>