Phaseshift is a scientist-founded College Park company built around deep expertise in photonics, quantum science, and advanced optical engineering. It turns metasurface research into practical optical components for organizations developing next-generation photonic and quantum systems.
Apex MicrodevicesApex Microdevices is a photonics technology and scientific research company focused on advancing compact optical systems. Its work in meta-optics and wafer-scale fabrication supports defense imaging, medical imaging, and other emerging photonics applications.WEST CHESTER, OH
QC82College Park-based QC82 is developing room-temperature photonic quantum computers for large-scale simulations in chemistry and materials science. Its approach combines proprietary photon-detection technology with low-loss, mass-manufacturable photonic chip designs, aiming to move quantum computing from laboratory systems toward practical industrial infrastructure. The company’s work is supported by a growing portfolio of more than 14 patents and collaboration with University of Virginia co-founders.COLLEGE PARK, MD
Coherent CorpCoherent is a global photonics manufacturer producing lasers, optical and optoelectronic components, optical transceivers, photonic devices, optics, engineered materials, and laser machines and systems. Its technologies support datacenter and communications, precision manufacturing, semiconductor and display capital equipment, automotive and energy solutions, instrumentation, electronics, and scientific and medical applications.SAXONBURG, PA