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<div><p>EssilorLuxottica and Politecnico di Milano, one of the world’s leading technological universities, have launched the first-ever joint research platform – the EssilorLuxottica Smart Eyewear Lab. This initiative is dedicated to designing the next generation of smart glasses.</p></div>

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Who We Are

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<div><p>The project focuses on industrial research and experimental development of devices underlying a new generation of wearables capable of autonomous network connection.</p></div>

A partnership for the smart glasses of the future

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<div><p>The EssilorLuxottica Smart Eyewear Lab employs both industrial and academic researchers and scientists, fostering an international research environment that thrives on cross-disciplinary collaboration.</p></div>

Fostering research and development 

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<div><p>Joining the EssilorLuxottica Smart Eyewear Lab means having the opportunity to live an immersive, first-hand experience in innovation while working in a passion-driven and diverse environment involving international stakeholders and talented professionals.</p></div>

Attracting talent

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<div><p>Thanks to its prestigious academic partner, Politecnico di Milano, unique collaborations with leading tech companies and purpose-driven talented teams, EssilorLuxottica is accelerating its Mission to enhance the way people experience and connect with the world.</p></div>

Nurturing innovation

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<div><table><tbody><tr><td><p>The EssilorLuxottica Smart Eyewear Lab is based in Milan, Italy, and works as part of our Group’s global innovation platform, including over 50 R&amp;D and design facilities – from vision care and med-tech solutions to eyewear design, smart wearables and digital transformation – plus thousands of researchers and 15,000 patents and designs.   </p></td></tr></tbody></table></div>

<div><table><tbody><tr><td><p>The Lab’s initial five-year program brings together over 100 researchers and scientists, each contributing to specialized research areas under the leadership of top scientists and project managers.  </p><p><br/></p><p>Presently within the historic Leonardo Campus, the Lab is set to move in 2026 to the Innovation District, a renewal project designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop currently being developed by Politecnico di Milano in the Parco dei Gasometri.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div>

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<div><p>million euros of investments</p></div>

<div><p>researchers and scientists</p></div>

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<div><p>year project from 2022 to 2027</p></div>

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Main research areas

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<div><p>Development of hardware technology and algorithms to analyze user gaze patterns, navigation through environments, and interactions within a scene.</p></div>

Eye-tracking

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<div><p>Integration of cameras and sensors into the eyewear to collect and analyze data, assessing user states and contextual surroundings.</p></div>

Camera and sensor

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<div><p>Development of optical systems for image projection,  integration of projection systems and near-eye displays.</p></div>

Optical integration 

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<div><p>The Programme equips engineers and designers with cutting-edge skills to innovate in the rapidly evolving world of wearable technology. It fosters multidisciplinary expertise — from photonics and electronics to interactive design, advanced materials and intelligent algorithms — empowering graduates to collaborate across industries and drive the future of smart wearables. </p></div>

Interdisciplinary Programme in 
Smart Wearable Technologies

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