Bruker Corporation is a leading manufacturer of scientific instruments and analytical equipment used in life sciences, materials science, chemistry and industrial applications. Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts, Bruker develops and supplies NMR spectrometers, mass spectrometers, X-ray diffraction and microscopy systems, infrared and Raman spectrometers and surface analysis instruments. Bruker's technologies help scientists analyze molecules, materials and biological systems. The company operates globally with manufacturing and R&D sites in North America, Europe and Asia.