What Phoenix Research Labs does

Phoenix Research Labs, doing business as Phoenix-Micron, Inc., designs and manufactures the MICRON imaging platform for in vivo preclinical ophthalmic research using laboratory rodents. The platform combines high-resolution retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, electroretinography, image-guided lasers, and anterior segment imaging in a single bench-top system, sold through two camera tiers: the flagship MICRON 5 (interchangeable sensors, patent-pending LT2 lens technology, five imaging modality add-ons) and the budget-friendly MICRON SE. A software suite with built-in AI/ML OCT segmentation and a separate desktop Review Station support acquisition, review, and analysis, and the company distributes complementary behavioral vision testing tools (OptoDrum, DarkAdapt, Keratometer, Photorefractor) under an exclusive North American agreement with Striatech.

The company sells primarily through direct sales with quote-based pricing and an eStore for accessories and consumables, serving academic vision science and neuroscience laboratories, dedicated preclinical ophthalmic research labs, and pharmaceutical and biotech drug development groups in more than 25 countries. Operations are anchored at the Bend, Oregon headquarters, with a wholly-owned European manufacturing and distribution subsidiary, Phoenix-Micron Europe SL, opened in Valencia, Spain in 2025-2026 to serve Europe, the UK, Asia, and the Pacific. Revenue is generated from one-time hardware sales, software, and recurring consumables, with no external funding rounds disclosed.

Name

Phoenix Research Labs

Legal name

Phoenix-Micron, Inc.

Website

https://phoenixmicron.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Phoenix Research Labs (Phoenix-Micron) designs and manufactures the MICRON imaging platform, a patented multi-modality system for in vivo ophthalmic imaging, OCT, ERG, and image-guided lasers in laboratory rodents, selling primarily to academic and pharmaceutical preclinical research labs across more than 25 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Preclinical Ophthalmic Imaging Systems

NAICS

Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115), Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Retinal Imaging & OCT Systems (OCT/OCTA, Fundus Cameras, Fluorescein/ICG Angiography) (HLAHAJAB)

Keywords

• Preclinical ophthalmic imaging
• Small animal imaging systems
• Retinal imaging platforms
• Electroretinography equipment
• Optical coherence tomography

Headquarters

HQ city

Pleasanton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. MICRON Imaging Systems: Sale of MICRON 5 and MICRON SE camera systems with various modality add-ons for small animal ophthalmic imaging research.
2. MICRON Software Suite: Licensing of software application for image capture, review, annotation, and export across all imaging modalities.
3. Accessories and Consumables: Online sales of filters, lamps, animal stand accessories, glove liners, and other commonly requested items through the MICRON eStore portal.
4. OptoDrum and Vision Testing Equipment: Distribution of Striatech neuroscience testing tools including OptoDrum, DarkAdapt, Keratometer, and Photorefractor as exclusive North American distributor.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Phoenix-Micron manufactures and sells the patented MICRON imaging platform, a multi-modality preclinical ophthalmic imaging system used in in vivo small animal (rodent) vision research. The platform integrates retinal fundus imaging, optical coherence tomography (OCT), electroretinography (ERG), and image-guided lasers in a compact bench-top instrument, supported by proprietary software with AI/ML-driven OCT segmentation and an accessories portfolio for animal handling and anesthesia.

Product overview

Phoenix-Micron offers the MICRON imaging platform—a modular small animal ophthalmic research system combining retinal and anterior segment imaging, OCT, electroretinography, and image-guided lasers in a single compact bench-top platform. The core product line includes two camera systems: MICRON 5 (full-featured with interchangeable sensors and LT2 lens technology) and MICRON SE (budget-friendly option). Add-on modalities expand capabilities to include Image-Guided OCT2, 532nm and 810nm lasers for disease models, Ganzfeld and Focal ERG systems, and Slit Lamp anterior imaging. Software includes MICRON Software Suite for acquisition and analysis with integrated AI segmentation, plus MICRON Review Station for desktop analysis. Accessories encompass the Animal Stand-Pro with integrated anesthesia, protective glove liners, fluorescent imaging filters, and optomotor response tools (OptoDrum, Keratometer, Photorefractor) through the Striatech partnership. The company also opened Phoenix-Micron Europe SL in Valencia, Spain in 2026 for regional manufacturing and distribution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MICRON 5

Quantifiable outcome

• 1.8 micron longitudinal OCT resolution for precise retinal layer imaging
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• StriatechcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPhoenix-Micron is the exclusive North American distributor for Striatech Neuroscience Testing Tools including OptoDrum (automated vision measurement), DarkAdapt (dark adaptation box), Keratometer (corneal curvature measurement), and Photorefractor (eye refraction measurement) for preclinical research applications.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Spectral Instruments Imaging: Spectral Instruments Imaging manufactures preclinical in vivo optical imaging systems for small animal research, including fluorescence and bioluminescence cameras that overlap with MICRON's retinal imaging applications.
• Bioptigen (Leica Microsystems): Leica's Bioptigen unit sells spectral-domain OCT systems specifically designed for preclinical and small animal ophthalmic imaging, making it the most direct head-to-head competitor to Phoenix-Micron's MICRON platform.

Broad incumbents

• Nidek: Nidek manufactures a wide range of ophthalmic diagnostic devices, including OCT, fundus cameras, and ERG systems with both clinical and research applications, competing in overlapping ophthalmic imaging modalities.
• Carl Zeiss Meditec: Zeiss Meditec is a large ophthalmic imaging incumbent with clinical OCT and fundus systems; its scale, distribution, and R&D budget position it as a potential platform competitor if it deepens preclinical offerings.
• Heidelberg Engineering: Heidelberg Engineering is a leading clinical retinal imaging company (Spectralis OCT, fundus imaging) with technology overlap in OCT and fundus imaging; while focused on clinical use, its R&D depth and brand recognition in ophthalmology create competitive gravity.
• Topcon Healthcare: Topcon is a diversified ophthalmic imaging company offering clinical OCT, fundus, and multimodal imaging; it competes broadly in ophthalmology imaging and could leverage adjacent preclinical applications.
• Optos: Optos specializes in ultra-widefield retinal imaging for clinical ophthalmology; while not preclinical, its core competence in retinal imaging and global ophthalmology footprint make it a comparable specialty imaging player.

Emerging players

• Phoenix Technology Group: Phoenix Technology Group makes pediatric retinal imaging systems for clinical use, sharing an adjacent retinal-imaging niche and overlapping customer base with Phoenix-Micron, though targeting human clinical research rather than preclinical animal models.
• Vieworks: Vieworks produces scientific and industrial cameras, including preclinical imaging cameras used in small animal research; relevant for overlap in imaging sensor and camera technology feeding into MICRON systems.
• Kestrel Labs: Kestrel Labs develops ophthalmic imaging technologies for clinical and research use, including novel retinal imaging approaches; an emerging player with partial overlap in ophthalmic imaging innovation.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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