The Fraunhofer CMI - Center for Manufacturing Innovation, located on the Boston University campus, conducts advanced research and development and engineers solutions for a broad range of industries including biotechnology, photonics, manufacturing and renewable energy. Engineers, scientists, faculty, and students at Fraunhofer CMI transform emerging research into viable technology solutions that meet the needs of both domestic and global clients. Our services include custom automation systems, biomedical instruments and devices, and process management and consulting. Part of Fraunhofer Gesellschaft, Europe’s largest R&D organization with 24,000 employees, CMI belongs to a strong international network of collaborative partners, including Boston University and the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology in Germany, facilitating technology transfer across the Atlantic. CMI also routinely collaborates with the top Boston area hospitals, including Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Boston Children’s Hospital.