- Conduct scientific, technological and development research in the field of optics, lasers, photonics, light technology and related topics.
- Advise public and private entities producers of goods and services, contributing to the transference of knowledge, techniques and methodologies.
- Contribute to training, upgrading and updating technical university undergraduate and graduate students, and teachers.
- Establish relationships with institutions in the country and abroad to organize exchange programs and collaboration, both scientific and technological.
- Conduct outreach and extension.