Michael LaPoint, VP of Aerospace Products at Research Frontiers, Announces Retirement
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 15 2025
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Retirement Announcement: Michael LaPointe, Vice President - Aerospace Products at Research Frontiers, has announced his retirement effective September 15, 2025.
Career Overview: LaPointe has been with Research Frontiers since 1994, becoming an employee in 2000 and holding various senior leadership positions, including Vice President - Marketing.
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About REFR
Research Frontiers Incorporated is engaged in the development and marketing of technology and devices to control the flow of light. The Company develops and licenses its patented suspended particle device (SPD-Smart) light-control technology to other companies that manufacture and/or market the SPD-Smart chemical emulsion, light-control film made from the chemical emulsion, the light-control panels made by laminating the film, electronics to power end-products incorporating the film, or lamination services for, and the end-products themselves such as smart windows, skylights and sunroofs. It has various companies that, in the aggregate, are licensed to primarily serve five SPD-Smart application areas (aerospace, architectural, automotive, marine and display products) in every country of the world. The Company’s SPD-Smart glass or plastic products applications include automotive, aerospace and marine, architectural, and information displays.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
Thursday's Underperforming Sectors: Oil & Gas Exploration, Rental, Leasing, and Royalty Stocks
Market Performance: Rental, leasing, and royalty shares are lagging behind the market, down approximately 0.9% overall.
Key Contributors: Research Frontiers and Joint are leading the decline, with shares down about 3.5% and 2.5%, respectively.
Sector Laggards: The oil and gas exploration and production sector is also noted as a laggard on the same day.
Author's Perspective: The views expressed in the article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent Nasdaq, Inc.
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Research Frontiers Showcases SPD-SmartGlass Market Potential at Detroit Summit
- Increased Industry Interest: Research Frontiers showcased the strong market potential of SPD-SmartGlass at the ECV Automotive Glazing Summit in Detroit, attracting numerous automakers and suppliers. CEO Joseph M. Harary delivered a keynote address emphasizing the importance of variable-tint glazing in modern vehicles.
- Wide Technology Application: Attendees responded positively to SPD-SmartGlass's real-world applications in models like the Ferrari Purosangue and Cadillac Celestiq, indicating the technology's transition from concept to production. Harary noted that since its launch in 2011, SPD-SmartGlass has been successfully used in tens of thousands of vehicles, demonstrating market acceptance.
- Accelerated Supply Chain Collaboration: The summit underscored the critical need for collaboration among film developers, glass processors, and OEM engineering teams for integrating dynamic glazing. Harary stated that effective dialogue within the industry will drive seamless integration, meeting OEM demands for dynamic glazing solutions.
- Sustainability and Efficiency: The advantages of SPD-SmartGlass technology in energy savings and enhancing the driving experience garnered significant attention from OEMs, expected to support vehicle platforms from 2026 to 2030. The technology offers a switching speed of 1-2 seconds, significantly improving vehicle energy efficiency and passenger comfort.
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