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The University of Rochester is home to the Institute of Optics, the oldest school of optics in the nation, which has awarded nearly half of all optics degrees in the
U.S. The Institute of Optics produces cutting-edge research in the properties and advanced applications of light. The Univer- sity of Rochester has in recent years been creating VR/AR experiences spanning
the arts, games, social interactions and
live performances, as well as healthcare applications that detect and treat illnesses, improve quality of life, and help people with visual and auditory impairments. Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center are currently exploring how virtual reality enables enhanced physical exams of patients and more effective treat- ments for a range of conditions, including visual correction, restoration, rehabilita- tion and assistance.
Looking Forward
Together, the focus for the University of Rochester and RIT is on developing a VR/AR hub in Rochester. The groundwork is established for being an international leader in the sophisticated light and sound technologies absolutely essential to virtual experience technology. Today, the Roches- ter region has more optics manufacturers than any other area in the U.S., providing optical components to a wide range of light-based technologies, including to all of the major VR/AR makers in the U.S. All told, between startups and small, medium and large companies, Rochester has more than 120 firms operating in the optics, photonics and imaging industries.
And the greatest asset Rochester has for the optics and VR/AR industry is its highly educated and experienced workforce. These companies that choose to locate in Rochester want to be close to world-class universities, suppliers and a labor force to support them.
Through LSI and other future part- nerships, we plan to stay at the forefront of developing some of the most exciting technologies and startups in one the
world’s fastest-growing industries, as well as educating the future world-class leaders who will continue to shape creativity and innovation for years to come. When our collective institutions collaborate, Roch- ester wins. But more than that, when com- munities come together and pull together
resources and help support an industry, ourcountrywins. CPM
David Munson is president of Rochester Institute of Technology (www.rit.edu). Joel Seligman is president of the University of Rochester (www.rochester.edu).
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