CEA-Leti, founded in 1967 and based in Grenoble, France, is a leading global research institute specializing in microelectronics and nanotechnology. As part of the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA), CEA-Leti focuses on technological research and development, driving innovation in areas such as semiconductors, photonics, healthcare technologies, and wireless communication. The institute collaborates with industry partners worldwide to transfer its cutting-edge technologies into commercial applications, emphasizing sustainability, miniaturization, and energy efficiency. With a strong commitment to advancing science and technology, CEA-Leti plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of electronics and information technologies.
CEA-Leti researchers have developed the first-reported device able to sense light and modulate it accordingly in a single device, using a liquid crystal cell and a CMOS image sensor.