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The Photonics Center at Boston University The mission of the Photonics Center at Boston University is to identify, develop, and commercialize technologies based on the practical application of light. The Photonics Center identifies and develops these technologies from sources both within Boston University and outside of it, and provides an entrepreneurial environment to accelerate their commercialization.

The Photonics Center is a partner with which entrepreneurs, companies, and government agencies can leverage the substantial resources of the facility and Boston University to create new photonics-enabled products and launch new business ventures. The Center accelerates the development and commercialization of advanced photonics technologies and products by bringing together the best ideas, independent of source, and combining them with the expertise and resources of the Center, Boston University and the business community.

Since 1997, the Photonics Center has launched or accelerated 18 companies that have raised a combined total of $225 million in outside venture capital or angel financing. By utilizing the Photonics Center's facilities and resources, entrepreneurs, companies, and investors have leveraged these assets to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

CONTACT:

The Photonics Center at Boston University
8 Saint Mary's Street
Boston M A 02215
(617) 353 8899
www.thephotonicscenter.com