Institut National d'Optique: Difference between revisions

The '''National Optics Institute''' (INO) is a [[Quebec City]]-based private non-profit corporation founded in 1988. INO is a technological design and development firm specialized in optic and photonic solutions for SMEs and large corporations. It claims to be home to the largest concentration of skill in the field and serves clients of all sizes from all parts of Canada and around the world.<ref>[http://www.ino.ca/en-ca/about-us/ INO Webside]</ref> INO offers a range of integrated services in optics and photonics to clients of all descriptions in every range of industrial activity. It also possesses a variety of technologies and innovative processes based on an IP portfolio. INO has 147 patents granted. In addition, over 103 other patent applications have been submitted and are awaiting approval.<ref>[http://www.ino.ca/media/55934/annual-report-2012.pdf INO 2012 Annual Report]</ref> INO was recognized as a CenterCentre of Excellence and Innovation by the Canadian government.<ref>[http://investincanada.gc.ca/eng/advantage-canada/excellence-innovation-canada.aspx#p9 Government of Canada]</ref>