MDLAB SRL

Their core work

MDLAB is a small Italian software company specializing in simulation and characterization tools for advanced semiconductor devices. They develop software for modeling dielectric-based nanoelectronic components, with growing involvement in quantum computing hardware design. Their work bridges the gap between materials-level simulation and device-level engineering, particularly in CMOS-compatible quantum computing architectures using silicon and nitride-based spin qubits.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

MDLAB began in 2015 with a focused SME Phase 1 project to commercialize their nanoelectronics simulation software (Ginestra), targeting reliability characterization of dielectric-based devices. By 2019, they pivoted toward more ambitious research: first joining INTERSECT for multiscale materials-to-device simulation, then entering the quantum computing domain with IQubits. Their trajectory shows a clear shift from classical nanoelectronics simulation toward quantum computing hardware design, applying their semiconductor modeling expertise to an entirely new computing paradigm.

MDLAB is repositioning from classical semiconductor simulation toward quantum computing hardware, making them a potential partner for any consortium needing CMOS-compatible quantum device modeling capabilities.

How they like to work

MDLAB coordinated their first project (an SME Phase 1 feasibility study) independently, then joined two larger research consortia as a participant — a typical growth pattern for technology SMEs building credibility through EU funding. With 13 unique partners across 10 countries from just 3 projects, they operate in genuinely international consortia rather than relying on local networks. Their role is that of a specialist software contributor bringing simulation capabilities to hardware-focused teams.

Despite only 3 projects, MDLAB has built a notably broad network of 13 partners across 10 countries, reflecting the international nature of the quantum computing and advanced electronics research communities they participate in.

What sets them apart

MDLAB occupies a niche at the intersection of semiconductor simulation software and quantum computing hardware design — a rare combination for a small Italian SME. Their Ginestra simulation platform gives them proprietary tools that larger consortia need for device-level modeling. For consortium builders in quantum computing or advanced electronics, MDLAB offers specialized CMOS simulation expertise without the overhead of engaging a large research institute.

Highlights from their portfolio

• IQubits
  Positions MDLAB in the high-profile European quantum computing effort, working on silicon spin qubits using industrial CMOS technology — a potentially transformative application of their simulation expertise.
• MDLab Ginestra
  Their only coordinated project and the origin of their core product — a simulation platform for nanoelectronic device reliability that underpins their value proposition in later consortia.