# Clear Malleable Circuits Imec Flexible Organic Microprocessor Invites Technological Pliability By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-02-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imec-flexible-organic-microprocessor References: [spectrum.ieee.org](http://spectrum.ieee.org/semiconductors/processors/the-plastic-processor) Developers of integrated circuits have said goodbye to silicone with the innovative design of the Imec flexible organic microprocessor. The research into the new technology, conducted by Jan Genoe, led to the harnessing of the unpredictable electric field of the [semiconductor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/semiconductor-firm), producing a reliable unit. The development of the Imec flexible organic microprocessor will pave the way for ductile devices, from [smartphones and tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-phone-experimentation) to computers and appliances. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ductile Electronics:** The Imec flexible organic microprocessor opens up opportunities for the development of malleable electronics. - **Silicone-free Circuits:** The use of organic materials in the Imec microprocessor disrupts the traditional reliance on silicone. - **Reliable Semiconductor Technology:** The harnessing of the unpredictable electric field in the Imec microprocessor presents novel possibilities for reliable semiconductor technology. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Electronics Manufacturing:** The adoption of ductile electronics can revolutionize the manufacturing processes in the electronics industry. - **Semiconductor Technology:** The development of silicone-free circuits challenges the status quo in the semiconductor industry. - **Consumer Electronics:** Integration of the Imec flexible organic microprocessor can lead to the creation of innovative and versatile consumer electronic products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper-Made Circuit Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleuse-circuit-board.md) - [Stretchable OLED Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uchicago-stretchable-display.md) - [Advanced Tech Component Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ic-design.md) - [Lightweight Silicon-Based Microspeakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microspeakers.md) - [Three-Dimensional Nano-Sculpting Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helical-diodes.md) - [Flexible Display Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dupont-flexible-displays.md) - [Environmentally Friendly Metal Inks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electroninks.md) - [Malleable Wearable Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-adaptive-display-concept.md) - [Wacky Design Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-phone-experimentation.md)