LUX FOR INNOVATION LEADERS
Industrials
From next-gen materials to circular manufacturing — cut through the hype with expert-validated evaluations of technologies, markets, and regulatory shifts reshaping the industrial landscape.
Accelerating Innovation
Lux partners with industrial leaders to respond to mounting pressures around market transformations, resource scarcity, and the evolution of manufacturing. We rigorously evaluate technologies, markets, innovators, and regulatory shifts — from next-gen materials and manufacturing processes to energy transition solutions and circular resource models — applying proprietary frameworks to separate hype from true opportunity.
With Lux, executives gain the clarity and foresight needed to retool for growth, ensure resilience, and align innovation strategies with evolving policies.
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What Innovation Leaders Are Asking
Lux identifies the most urgent priorities shaping the future of the manufacturing and industrial landscape by applying proprietary frameworks and vetted analysis to go beyond web-scraped, aggregated information to deliver rigorous assessments of innovation providers, technologies, markets, and regulatory shifts so that executives can act with confidence.
Decarbonizing Operations
Propelling operations toward zero-emissions and zero-waste with innovative technologies and processes.
INNOVATION HOTSPOTS
Resource Security and
Circularity
Ensuring access to critical minerals, raw materials, and water through innovative and circular technologies and processes.
INNOVATION HOTSPOTS
Next-Gen Materials and
Manufacturing
Integrating cutting-edge materials and processes to enhance functionality, performance, and reliability.
INNOVATION HOTSPOTS
Enabling the Energy
Transition
Empowering and leading the energy transition by delivering essential solutions and technical expertise for future energy systems.
INNOVATION HOTSPOTS
Retooling for New Market
Opportunities
Leveraging core expertise to develop disruptive technologies that will grow existing markets and expand into adjacencies.
INNOVATION HOTSPOTS
Policy and Regulations
Getting pragmatic advice on how to guide innovation strategies based on regional policy changes and regulatory uncertainties.
INNOVATION HOTSPOTS
AI Advisory for Innovation Leaders
Lux’s AI advisory and consulting are purpose-built for innovation and R&D leaders. We cut through the hype to deliver actionable, defensible strategies — fast. From application roadmapping and implementation to board reporting and executive alignment, we help you gain internal buy-in, reduce time to value, and lead with confidence.
AI that accelerates
discovery and research
AI that connects
strategy to execution
AI that scales
organizational innovation
Why Innovation Leaders Choose Lux
Smarter, Faster Decisions
Reduce research timelines by 60–80% and accelerate time-to-market by six to nine months.
Trusted Expertise
Direct access to analysts with advanced degrees and deep sector knowledge — not just reports or algorithms.
Proven ROI
Clients report a 10× return on investment by avoiding costly missteps and reallocating resources effectively.
Human-Centric Innovation
Proprietary frameworks like the Lux Innovation Helix that connect science, technology, and consumer insights to identify real market demand.
Validated, Not Scraped
Unlike open-web AI, Lux insights come from vetted research, proprietary models, and firsthand engagement with the innovation ecosystem.
How We Deliver Value
At the core of Lux’s model is a blend of continuous access, custom support, and embedded expertise. We meet your team where you are — and accelerate where you’re going.
Always-On Access to Trusted Research
Tap into our proprietary research portal and Luxer, our AI research assistant built entirely on vetted insights.
Analyst Inquiry and Strategic Support
Get direct access to the experts behind the research for tailored, on-demand guidance.
Custom Projects for High-Priority Needs
Work with us on strategic priorities, from road mapping and AI strategy to market scouting.
Interactive Ecosystem Experiences
Join cross-functional forums and ideation sessions to uncover blind spots and spark new opportunities.
What Our Clients Achieve
Lux saved Kurita’s innovation team over 100 hours per topic each year by delivering structured, analyst-curated research that enabled smarter prioritization and broader innovation discovery.
100+ Hours Saved
Accelerated research and exploration across 5–7 key topics annually through structured, expert-curated insights.
Deeper, Smarter Evaluations
Provided in-depth startup and technology assessments that revealed risks, opportunities, and strategic fit for confident prioritization.
Aligned to What’s Next
Connected near-term innovation activities to long-term market and ecosystem trends, guiding smarter, future-ready investments.
Our Research & Advisory Service
We provide human-led, science-powered research enabled by AI and digital technology.

Lux Analysts
Direct access to expert analysts with advanced degrees and deep sector knowledge.

Luxer
Generative AI built on proprietary, vetted Lux research for fast, reliable insights.

Innovator Assessments
In-depth evaluations of key technology innovators based on primary interviews.

Tech Hubs
Exclusive insights on emerging technology innovation and trends.

Lux Lists
Curated database of 5,000+ startups, corporates, and research centers driving innovation.

Inspire Reports
Flagship research showcasing breakthrough ideas, models, and findings.

Research Reports
Primary research with landscapes, forecasts, and essential news for decision-making.

Innovation Ecosystem
Live startup pitch Ideathons, in-person Forums, Webinars, and curated networking opportunities.