Acknowledgments
LightPico's revolutionary breakthrough in picophotonics technology would not have been possible without the invaluable support, guidance, and collaboration of exceptional individuals and institutions around the world.
Our Deepest Gratitude
The journey from fundamental research to revolutionary technology has been made possible through the generous support, expert guidance, and unwavering belief of our mentors, partners, and collaborators. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who has contributed to making LightPico's vision a reality.
Academic Advisors
Strategic guidance on business development, technology commercialization, and policy frameworks.
Prof. Shen Zexiang
Scientific leadership and research direction for breakthrough picophotonics technology development.
Prof. Xia Kelin
Mathematical foundations and AI algorithm development for enhanced optical measurement precision.
Prof. Wang Yingying
Expert guidance on 2D optical device design and nanophotonic system optimization.
Institutional Support
Primary research and development facilities, academic support, and institutional framework for breakthrough research.
Business development guidance, entrepreneurship training, and technology transfer support.
Singapore National Research Foundation
Multi-year research funding through the Competitive Research Program enabling breakthrough discoveries.
Harbin Institute of Technology
Collaborative research partnerships and materials science expertise for 2D optical device development.
Program Support
GetGrant Organizing Committee
Essential support in grant applications, business development strategies, and funding acquisition processes.
TIP Program (Technology Innovation Program)
Technology innovation framework and commercialization pathway development.
Centre for Disruptive Photonic Technologies
State-of-the-art research facilities, equipment access, and collaborative research environment.
Special Recognition
We extend special appreciation to key individuals and organizations whose exceptional contributions were instrumental to our success.
Founding Mentor Recognition
Prof. Inderjit Singh Dhaliwal
As our primary business advisor and with 19 years of experience as a Parliament Member of Singapore, Prof. Dhaliwal provided invaluable strategic guidance that shaped our commercial pathway and policy understanding.
Centre for Disruptive Photonic Technologies
The world-class research environment and cutting-edge facilities provided the foundation for our breakthrough discoveries in picophotonics technology.
Singapore Innovation Ecosystem
National Research Foundation
The Competitive Research Program (CRP) funding provided essential resources for multi-year research development and breakthrough achievements.
GetGrant Organizing Committee
Essential support in navigating funding landscapes, grant applications, and business development strategies that accelerated our progress.
Community & Global Support
LightPico's success is built upon a foundation of global collaboration, peer support, and community engagement across the scientific and business communities.
Research Community
Peer reviewers, conference organizers, and fellow researchers worldwide who provided critical feedback and validation of our scientific discoveries.
Industry Partners
Forward-thinking companies and organizations that partnered with us for technology validation and real-world application development.
Student Contributors
Graduate and undergraduate students whose dedication, curiosity, and hard work contributed to breakthrough research achievements.
"Innovation thrives in communities of support, collaboration, and shared vision. We are grateful to be part of a global network of researchers, mentors, and partners who believe in the transformative power of breakthrough technology."— The LightPico Team
Continuing the Journey Together
As we continue to advance picophotonics technology and expand its applications, we look forward to building new partnerships and collaborations that will shape the future of scientific discovery.
Together, we can unlock new frontiers in science and technology