Symyx Technologies, Inc. engages in the development and application of research technologies and research software for the chemicals, energy, life science, consumer product, and other industries. It offers research services on behalf of collaborative partners. The company also provides Symyx Tools, which include high-throughput reactors, screening systems, robots, and other analytical equipment. These instruments are integrated with Symyx Software, which facilitates the process of designing, executing, and evaluating research and development. Symyx Technologies licenses automation and data mining applications, as well as ELN software. Its Symyx Software enhances experiment design, laboratory automation, data capture, data analysis and visualization, and data communication in high-throughput and traditional research environments. The company also provides associated support, maintenance, and consulting services. In addition, it offers selective access to its intellectual property through patent licensing, materials licensing, technology licensing, and original equipment manufacturer software licensing. The company, through its 38% interest in Visyx Technologies, Inc., provides development services and licenses for specific applications to intellectual property associated with the company’s sensor technology. It operates in North America, Europe, and Japan. Symyx Technologies was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.