News and Press Releases

September 13, 2024

PicoHarp 300: A milestone ends – the future moves forward

Today, September 13, 2024, we accepted the last order for the PicoHarp 300 – exactly 20 years after the sale of the very first unit. As the first USB-based TCSPC (Time-Correlated Single Photon Counting) device on the market, the PicoHarp 300 has made a significant contribution to PicoQuant's success. Found in countless scientific institutions around the world, its impact is also reflected by at least 2,000 scientific publications.

Although the PicoHarp 300 will remain an essential tool in many laboratories for years to come due to its reliability, we are now discontinuing its production. Its worthy successor, the PicoHarp 330, has already started to take its place. The PicoHarp 330 has the potential not only to build on the success of its predecessor but also to carry TCSPC into a promising future.

Learn more about the new PicoHarp 330 >

September 10, 2024

Introducing NovaFLIM: Advanced analysis of images

The new software package is based on GPU-accelerated algorithms

Our new software NovaFLIM is designed for an efficient and multi-faceted analysis of FLIM, FLIM-FRET, and anisotropy imaging. It simplifies batch analysis of time-lapse, z-stack measurements with GPU-accelerated data processing. The software includes multi-exponential fitting, phasor plots, and pattern matching analysis increasing the confidence in the analysis and simplifying the application of time-resolved imaging in molecular cellular biology and in specific to liquid-liquid phase separation, cellular environment sensing, and cellular plant biology.

Read more on the NovaFLIM website >

July 23, 2024

PicoQuant celebrates recipients of the Deutschlandstipendium at Humboldt University

Supporting academic excellence for more than 10 years

For more than 10 years, PicoQuant has proudly supported the Deutschlandstipendium, promoting talented students at German universities. This year, we are delighted to announce our scholarship recipients, Nicola Selbach and Viola-A. Zeilberger.

On July 3rd, we participated in the Deutschlandstipendium celebration at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, where 91 students were recognized for the 2024/25 academic year. It was a fantastic event, and we look forward to continuing our support for these future professionals. Congratulations to all the scholars!

July 4, 2024

FluoTime 300 spectrometer: Enhanced safety and precision

The high-performance instrument is now equipped with Class 1 laser safety and further new features

Our FluoTime 300 fluorescence lifetime spectrometer now features advanced enhancements, designed to elevate precision and safety in time-resolved spectroscopy. These improvements include a Class 1 laser option, new laser excitation capabilities, and the integration of the latest TCSPC electronics.

June 6, 2024

Introducing confocal time-resolved detection with a SPAD array for Luminosa microscope

Combining Image Scanning Microscopy (ISM) and Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy (FLIM)

PicoQuant has released the PDA-23 Detection Module for the Luminosa Single Photon Counting Confocal Microscope. This transformative SPAD Array Module enhances spatial resolution, contrast, and functional imaging capabilities, redefining time-resolved confocal fluorescence microscopy. A key highlight is its ability to combine the increased resolution and contrast of Image Scanning Microscopy (ISM) with the functional information of FLIM. Seamlessly integrated and customizable, the PDA-23 Detection Module is designed to elevate your research to new heights.

Read more on the product page of Luminosa >