Founded in 1986 as Adams and List Associates Ltd., ALA Scientific Instruments makes and supplies specialized equipment for electrophysiology, imaging, and neuroscience research. Its own products include the BrainDancer dynamic fMRI phantom and software-controlled OctaFlow perfusion system, alongside research instruments from partner manufacturers. Based in Farmingdale, New York, ALA also provides factory service and technical support for its equipment.
NIRx Medical Technologies, LLCBorn from the Brooklyn research work that introduced tomographic imaging in 1988, NIRx Medical Technologies develops functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) systems and software for neuroscience research. Its platforms range from wearable, wireless NIRSport2 instruments to scalable NIRScout laboratory systems, with support for multimodal studies and custom configurations. NIRx says its systems have contributed to more than 1,000 publications and are backed by a global team of fNIRS researchers, engineers, and scientific support staff.GLEN HEAD, NY
fNIR Devices, LLCFounded in 2009, fNIR Devices LLC develops and manufactures portable continuous-wave functional near-infrared spectroscopy imaging systems for brain-function research and other non-clinical applications. The company operates administratively from Potomac, Maryland, while its technical development and manufacturing take place in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Its systems are designed for research in real-life environments, with on-site support, training, and data-analysis services available to users.POTOMAC, MD
NADA Scientific LtdSince its 1986 start in Champlain, New York, NADA Scientific has built its identity around advancing hands-on science and technical education. The company distributes educational and research instruments for schools, training programs and industry, and is best known for introducing its GENECON hand generator to science educators around the world. Its engineers also develop customized equipment for demanding technical projects.CHAMPLAIN, NY
Current Designs, IncFounded in 1994 by Ben Dugan and Jennifer Johnson, Philadelphia-based Current Designs makes computer response instrumentation for fMRI and MEG research. Its fORP fiber-optic response devices have been used by researchers since 1996 at hundreds of sites in more than 30 countries, while the company’s design-build work integrates electronics, firmware, machining and production for custom research equipment.PHILADELPHIA, PA