Holst Centre, named after Gilles Holst, a Dutch research and development pioneer and the first director of Philips Research, was founded in 2005 by leading research institutes imec and TNO. By combining valuable expertise in wireless sensor technologies and flexible electronics, our clients benefit from a unique research and innovation centre for microelectronics, currently employing over 180 specialists from 28 nations. Our partners particularly value our ability to develop demonstrators and prototypes. Building on this proof-of-concept, they turn our technologies into new products and new manufacturing processes.
At TNO at Holst Centre, healthcare innovation is being reshaped through the development of advanced medical wearables that seamlessly blend into everyday life. Driven by societal shifts toward personalized and remote healthcare, our vision is to move as many patients as possible from the hospital to their own environment, where comfort, wearability, and functionality are paramount. These innovations are the result of a collaborative approach, combining prototyping, validation and testing, and complete lifecycle support. This holistic process ensures that every solution meets healthcare needs. From smart wound dressings to vital sign sensing, we leverage our expertise in printed electronics, advanced materials, and thoughtful design to help companies create wearables that offer outstanding comfort, performance, and durability.