Little Optics

Little Optics was a pioneer in the development of micro-optical components, specifically micro-ring resonators and high-index contrast silica waveguides known as Hydex. While the company initially targeted the telecommunications sector, its technology became a foundational platform for high-sensitivity biosensing and chemical detection. Following its acquisition by ICx Technologies, the Little Optics platform was integrated into advanced biodefense and diagnostic systems designed to detect biological and chemical threats. The company's innovations in silicon photonics continue to influence modern diagnostic platforms that utilize optical resonators for label-free molecular detection.