Research Centers & Institutions
Research centers perform basic and applied research in computer science, magnetic and optical storage technology, physical and materials science and technology, and scientific and technical application software. Research centers develop new techniques for exploring various facets of the computer industry such as exploiting high-performance computer technology, and the development of systems, displays, and interactive technologies that enable scientists to explore multi-dimensional databases by visual and other perceptual means. Research centers may be publicly or privately funded and, particularly in the computer industry, are often associated with prestigious university departments. The links included herein relate to research centers and institutions.
Institute for the Future
Explore the services offered by this nonprofit organization, which include research into health care, emerging technologies, and the public sector as they relate to industry.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg: Scholarly Communications Project
Read over this electronic publishing project developed by Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, which displays several dissertations and scholarly journals, many of which are shown in a digital image format.
Xerox Corporation: Palo Alto Research Center, California
Learn about Xerox Corporation's Palo Alto Research Center, renowned for its research in the area of technology, and view general information on its facilities, projects, and researchers.