SiOnyx
Inc. announced a strategic investment and technology development agreement with
In-Q-Tel (IQT), the independent strategic investment firm that identifies
innovative technology solutions to support the missions of the U.S.
Intelligence Community. Through this strategic partnership, SiOnyx will
accelerate the integration of Black Silicon image sensors in imaging systems.
SiOnyx’s technology advancements make VIS/NIR/SWIR imaging available in low
cost CMOS.

“SiOnyx
has developed a highly differentiated platform for advanced imaging systems utilizing
their proprietary CMOS image sensor technology,” said Syd Ulvick, senior vice president
in charge of IQT’s Physical and Biological Technologies practice. “The
company’s unique approach opens a host of new opportunities for wide-scale
deployment of advanced imaging systems.”

“We
are excited to have In-Q-Tel as a strategic investor and partner,” said Stephen
Saylor, SiOnyx CEO. “Our partnership will expand our platform capabilities
to include applications that will potentially address the needs of the
government market while accelerating our entry into next-generation consumer
and commercial opportunities.”

Source: SiOnyx Inc.