Certifications and Standards |
Resource | Description |
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B Corporation* | An organization that recognizes and certifies companies that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. |
Certified EO* | The industry leading certification for employee-owned companies. |
ISO (International Organization for Standards) | An organization that creates global standards for trusted goods and services. |
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) | A private, non-profit organization that administers and coordinates the U.S. voluntary standards and conformity assessment system. |
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) | Division of the U.S. Department of Commerce dedicated to measurement science, traceability, and the development and use of standards. |
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Education |
Resource | Description |
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Photonics.com List of Universities and Research Centers | An organized list of universities and research centers working on optics and photonics technology. |
NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) | A database for published research on astrophysics. |
SPIE Student Resources | Courses, professional development, and networking opportunities for optics and photonics students. |
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Jobs and Careers |
Resource | Description |
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European Photonics Industry Consortium (EPIC) Jobs* | Directory of postings for photonics jobs in Europe. |
IEEE Photonics Society | IEEE Photonics Society's page where they feature jobs available in the industry. |
Optica* | Explore careers, resources for employers, and professional development information. |
SPIE* | Resources for career and professional development in optics and photonics. |
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Publications |
Resource | Description |
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BioPhotonics | The latest news and information regarding fluorescence, spectroscopy, microscopy, imaging, and more life science technologies. |
Electro Optics | News, trends, and opinions as well as editorial content covering the photonics industry . |
Journal of Biomedical Optics (SPIE) | Journal containing research related to optics in the life sciences field. |
Laser Focus World | A monthly magazine providing comprehensive global coverage of optoelectronic technologies, applications, and markets. |
Microscopy Today | Technical magazine focused on advanced microscopy techniques, innovations, and applications. |
Optica Publishing Group | A series of journals and articles covering the various topics and applications of optics and photonics. |
Photonics Spectra | Industry publication covering optics, lasers, imaging, and photonics technologies. |
Vision Spectra | Trade magazine focusing on machine vision and imaging technologies for industrial and scientific applications. |
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Societies and Organizations* = Chroma membership |
Resource | Description |
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American Astronomical Society (AAS) | Provides access to publications, meetings, and resources for professional astronomers. |
American Society for Cell Biology | Offers resources, publications, and information on cell biology research and techniques, including microscopy and imaging methods. |
Association for Advancing Automation (A3)* | An organization promoting automation technologies across various industries, including robotics and machine vision. |
Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine | Professional society dedicated to advancing the field of laboratory medicine and diagnostics. |
Biophysical Society | Provides information on the latest research and developments in biophysics, including imaging and spectroscopy techniques applied in life sciences. |
Colorado Photonics Industry Association (CPIA)* | A not-for-profit association of industrial, educational, and governmental entities involved in research, development, and/or the sale of products and services that involve photonics technologies. |
European Microscopy Society | Provides resources, conferences, and publications on microscopy techniques and applications used in life sciences research. |
European Optical Society | Resources and information for professionals in optics and photonics in Europe. |
European Photonics Industry Consortium (EPIC)* | The world leading industry association that promotes the sustainable development of organizations working in the field of photonics in Europe. |
European Space Agency (ESA)* | Information on space missions, scientific discoveries, and educational resources for astronomy and space exploration. |
Federation of Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy Societies | An organization dedicated to advancing knowledge in analytical sciences, particularly in spectroscopy. |
IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) | A global professional organization supporting professionals in the fields of electrical engineering, electronics, and related disciplines. |
IEEE Photonics Society | Professional home for a global network of engineers and scientists who represent the photonics community. |
International Astronomical Union | A comprehensive platform providing information on the latest research, news, and events in astronomy. |
International Commission on Illumination (CIE) | An international organization that establishes standards and guidelines for colorimetry. |
International Society for Advancement of Cytometry | A global society focused on cell analysis technologies and applications in research and clinical settings. |
Microscopy Society of America (MSA) | Offers resources, publications, and information on various microscopy techniques. |
NASA | Offers a wealth of information on space exploration, aeronautics, space science, and technology developments. |
Optica* | A society dedicated to promoting the generation, application, archiving and dissemination of knowledge in the field of optics. |
Royal Microscopical Society | Resources, publications, and information on microscopy techniques, applications, and advancements. |
Society for Developmental Biology | An organization promoting research and education in developmental biology across various model systems. |
Society for Neuroscience | A large professional society dedicated to advancing understanding of the brain and nervous system. |
Society of Biomolecular Imaging and Informatics | Organization focused on advancing high-content imaging and informatics in drug discovery and development. |
SPIE (International Society for Optics and Photonics)* | An organization bringing engineers, scientists, students, and business professionals together to advance light-based science and technology. |
Vermont Biosciences Alliance | A regional association supporting and promoting bioscience research, development, and commercialization in Vermont. |
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR)* | A statewide, nonprofit business association with a mission to leverage the power of business for positive social and environmental impact. |
Vermont Employee Ownership Center (VEOC)* | A statewide non-profit whose mission is to promote and foster employee ownership. |