Lennon Lee, Ph.D.
Biography
Dr. Lennon Lee, CEO of Paeonia Innovations, is a recognized leader in photonics and sensor technologies. With a PhD from Stanford University, he has built an exceptional career in advancing photonics and chemical sensors. Prior to founding Paeonia Innovations, he held prominent leadership roles at the Institute of Microelectronics, Singapore, where he led pioneering research in photonics and sensor systems. Under his guidance, Paeonia Innovations has developed cutting-edge solutions for the petrochemical industry and forged strong global partnerships. A serial entrepreneur and thought leader, Dr. Lennon Lee is dedicated to advancing photonics while mentoring the next generation of innovators.
Company Profile
Paeonia Innovations Pte. Ltd.
Paeonia Innovations Pte Ltd, founded in April 2023, is a distinguished spin-off from ASTAR’s Innovation & Enterprise (I&E) division. Led by CEO Dr. Lennon Lee, former Head of Department at ASTAR’s Institute of Microelectronics, the company is dedicated to advancing measurement and analytical technologies that drive smarter, more sustainable industries. Paeonia specializes in state-of-the-art chemical sensing solutions designed for diverse applications in chemicals, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, food processing, and specialty chemicals. Operating with a focused team of 10, including experienced consultants, the company is rapidly expanding to support its growing portfolio of products and customer engagements. Strengthening its collaborative edge, Paeonia Innovation is an active member of CPACT (Community of Practice in Process Analytics & Control Technologies) and PIPS (Pharma Innovation Programme Singapore), underscoring its commitment to global innovation networks and industry partnerships. As an ambitious new entrant, Paeonia Innovations is positioning itself as a dynamic force in industrial and laboratory spectroscopic solutions.