James A. Sharp

Cellomics, Inc. provides imaging technology products and services. It is a provider of technologies and products for the advancement of cell science research, including complete systems for high-content imaging of cells, tissues and whole organisms. The firm's platform includes automated imaging instruments, image analysis software, data management and bioinformatics software, coupled with reagents, cell-culture media, sera and specialty media formulations, along with laboratory automation and services. The company's offering is aimed at providing life science researchers with a quantitative, automated approach to understanding the biology of cells, including stem cells and cell systems, supporting all aspects of the drug discovery process as well as academic and systems biology research. Cellomics was founded on October 1996 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA.

Part of Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung, Carl Zeiss Microscopy LLC is a leading manufacturer in microscopy, offering innovative solutions for the bio- and material sciences, teaching, clinical routine, high-tech industry, manufacturing, assembly, processing, research of raw materials, and biomedical applications. The company is based in White Plains, NY and provides a range of light, digital, and confocal microscopes, as well as software and cameras for every application. The Zeiss Microscopy Webshop offers direct contact to their service and sales departments for inquiries.

Pen Brands LLC develops and manufactures nano-based glass, lens, and defogging products. It offers specialty cleaners, anti-fog surface treatments, and nanotechnology coatings. The company was founded by Scott E. Rickert in 1985 and is headquartered in Valley View, OH.

Carl Zeiss Jena GmbH engages in the design, prototyping, batch production, and testing of optical systems, single components, and auxiliary materials. It also provides services such as calibration, sampling of injection-molded and machined parts, hardness testing, heat treatment of materials, electromagnetic compatibility testing, and environmental simulation. The company is headquartered in Jena, Germany.

The Marine Biological Laboratory provides research and educational services. It offers a range of courses, workshops, conferences, and internships, discovery-based education programs and courses. The firm s a private marine laboratory, supporting scientists and staff working in such fields as cell and developmental biology, ecology, microbiology, molecular evolution, global infectious disease, neurobiology, and sensory physiology. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Woods Hole, MA.