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Pioneering Photonics Excellence Since 1996

PicoQuant develops high-quality photonic components and instruments for precise measurements across a wide range of scientific applications. With over 30 years of experience in research and development, we deliver and support outstanding innovations inspired by our customers’ needs. Our technologies are trusted worldwide, supported by more than 20 representative locations and used in over 10,000 published scientific papers. Backed by a team of 150+ experts globally, we continuously innovate to make complex measurements accessible and enable meaningful discoveries.

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30

years of research and development

>150

experts in 20 major regions around the world

>10k

papers published using PicoQuant devices

Photoluminescence Measurements

Compact Wavelength Selection with FlexLambda Kit

Software-controlled wavelength selector for visible and NIR spectral range, high transmission rate for highest sensitivity, compatible with widefield and confocal microscopes.
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FlexLambda Kit: Compact Wavelength Selection Unit
Time Tagger for Highest-Throughput Applications

HydraHarp 500 L Ahead

We are preparing to expand the HydraHarp family with the upcoming HydraHarp 500 L. This new variant will set new standards for data throughput and scalability.
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New Standards for Data Throughput and Scalability
More Flexibility and Performance

Luminosa New Features

Luminosa, single photon counting confocal microscope, has received important new features, including a workflow for FRAP and a Python interface. These powerful additions provide enhanced flexibility and improved functionality.
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Luminosa 2.0 with a new workflow for FRAP and a Python interface.
International Workshop

Single Molecule Workshop

Be part of an exciting and stimulating conference where you can give a talk, present a poster, or attend without presenting. As always, we will award a “Best Student Talk”.
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PicoQuant Workshop on Single Molecule Spectroscopy and Super-resolution Microscopy
For Spectroscopy and Microscopy

Time-Resolved Photoluminescence Course

Intro course on time-resolved photoluminescence, covering methods, instrumentation, and data analysis.
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Time-resolved Photoluminescence Course

Precision Instruments for Your Research

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Time Tagging and TCSPC Electronics
Overview image of PicoQuant Time Tagging and TCSPC units including HydraHarp 500, MultiHarp 150/160, PicoHarp 330, and TimeHarp 260.

Spectrometer Systems
Spectrometer Systems

Software
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Pulsed Lasers, LEDs, and Drivers
Pulsed Lasers

Photon Counting Detectors
photon counting detectors

Microscope Systems
Luminosa Microscope

Enabling Advanced Research

Applications & Methods

PicoQuant’s technologies enable a wide range of applications and methods across diverse scientific fields, including Life Science, Materials Science, Quantum Optics, and Metrology. Our solutions support researchers in uncovering new insights and generating high-quality data for publications in leading journals, while also serving industry professionals in everyday laboratory work and reliable quality control. 

Explore how these approaches can elevate your research and expand what is measurable.

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What Our Customers Say

PicoQuant’s devices have been crucial to the success of my laboratory’s research.
W. E. Moerner, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry (2014)
Department of Chemistry, Stanford University
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Our laboratory engineers have described the UniHarp software as the most useful solution provided to date.
PixelPhotonics
PicoQuant’s combination of excellent instrumentation and scientific expertise enables exciting discoveries.
Professor Suzanne Blum
Department of Chemistry, University of California, USA
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The FluoTime 300 has been our reliable “working horse” and partner for almost thirteen years now. It is a powerful and versatile tool. The real-time support from PicoQuant has been always fast, competent and friendly every single time we needed it.
Professor Christian Strassert
Institute of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry / Center for Nanotechnology (CeNTech), University of Münster
PicoQuant has profoundly influenced the field of single-molecule spectroscopy.
Professor Ben Schuler
Department of Biochemistry, Department of Physics, Zurich Center for Structural Biology, University of Zurich
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PicoQuant’s advances and developments have made a lasting impact on the scientific community.
Professor Don C. Lamb
Department of Chemistry, Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) of Munich
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I don’t know any other company that supports us researchers so closely.
Professor Guillermo Acuna
Photonic Nanosystems Group, Department of Physics, University of Fribourg
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I have been working closely with PicoQuant since my doctoral thesis throughout all my scientific and career stages. The collaboration has always been enjoyable and very fruitful. PicoQuant is an integral part of my science – I cannot imagine doing without it.
Professor Christian Eggeling
Institute for Applied Optics and Biophysics, Friedrich Schiller University Jena
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Meet us in person worldwide

Upcoming Exhibitions and Conferences

April 27–30, 2026
Barcelona, Spain

QuantuMatter

Get insights into our latest developments in quantum technologies, with a focus on quantum materials, next-generation quantum communication protocols, as well as quantum sensing and simulation.

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May 16-19, 2026
São Paulo, Brazil

i-APS

Advancing fluorescence research—discover our solutions at I-APS São Paulo and meet our partner QT Scientific onsite.

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May 17–21, 2026
Charlotte, NC, USA
Booth: 602

CLEO

Comprehensive, peer-reviewed technical sessions and market-focused programming, CLEO is the world’s premier international forum to learn about innovative advances, research and new technologies from the laser science industry. From quantum computing to advanced imaging technologies used to search for new life and planets in the galaxy, CLEO brings together all aspects of electro-optic technologies.

May 19-22, 2026
Heidelberg, Germany

EMBL Symposium: "Cellular Mechanisms driven by Phase Separation"

Get new insights into cellular dynamics with Luminosa and SPAD-based FCS

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May 25–29, 2026
Strasbourg, France
Booth: 67/68

E-MRS Spring

Meet us and our partner Opton Laser in Strasbourg and get insights in our top tier solutions for Materials research, focusing on Semiconductor research, Nanoparticles and 2 D materials.

E-MRS Spring 26
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Scientific Insights & Resources

Latest Blog Articles

Volumetric fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM) of organoids at different depths showing 3D lifetime distribution using light-sheet microscopy
March 24, 2026

Fast Volumetric FLIM Beyond Confocal Limits

Shengxi Huang presenting research on van der Waals materials and quantum optical emission using time-resolved photoluminescence and spectroscopy.
March 16, 2026

Designer van der Waals Materials for Quantum Emission

Sepia PDL 828 multichannel picosecond diode laser driver shown with a rotary channel diagram representing the deterministic sequencing architecture of the SOM 828-D.
March 13, 2026

Why Timing Architecture Defines Modern Multi-Wavelength Experiments

Volumetric fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM) of organoids at different depths showing 3D lifetime distribution using light-sheet microscopy
March 24, 2026

Fast Volumetric FLIM Beyond Confocal Limits

Shengxi Huang presenting research on van der Waals materials and quantum optical emission using time-resolved photoluminescence and spectroscopy.
March 16, 2026

Designer van der Waals Materials for Quantum Emission

Sepia PDL 828 multichannel picosecond diode laser driver shown with a rotary channel diagram representing the deterministic sequencing architecture of the SOM 828-D.
March 13, 2026

Why Timing Architecture Defines Modern Multi-Wavelength Experiments

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News

Flexlambda kit fluorescence system upgrade with adjustable excitation and detection modules
March 19, 2026

FlexLambda Kit for Flexible Wavelength Selection

New functions for LumiFinder
January 23, 2026

New workflow for FRAP and a Python interface in Luminosa

image of a time tagger in black
January 16, 2026

Time Tagger for Highest-Throughput Applications Ahead

Flexlambda kit fluorescence system upgrade with adjustable excitation and detection modules
March 19, 2026

FlexLambda Kit for Flexible Wavelength Selection

New functions for LumiFinder
January 23, 2026

New workflow for FRAP and a Python interface in Luminosa

image of a time tagger in black
January 16, 2026

Time Tagger for Highest-Throughput Applications Ahead

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