Photonics International R&D Center develops photonics-based sensors for military and dual-use applications.
Together with European partners we transform research concepts into validated prototypes and technology solutions.
Our work focuses on applied photonics research, optical system development, and experimental validation through precision engineering and reproducible laboratory processes.
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International collaboration drives the development of advanced photonics sensor technologies.
Photonics International R&D Center develops advanced photonics sensor technologies for defence and dual-use applications.
Our work combines research, engineering, and validation to turn innovative concepts into reliable technologies.
To advance photonics sensor technologies through collaboration, validation, and engineering-driven development-transforming concepts into deployable solutions.
To become a recognized European center of excellence in defence photonics, supporting autonomy in night-vision and next-generation sensor technologies.
We follow high standards of scientific integrity and transparency, ensuring reliable and reproducible results through experimental validation and structured research methods.
Our work is based on engineering-driven development, system-level testing, and controlled laboratory environments, enabling the transition from research to validated technologies.
At the core of our work is applied photonics research focused on precision engineering, experimental validation, and system-level performance. We develop, test, and evaluate optical technologies designed for real-world implementation.
Development of advanced image intensifier architectures, including filmless designs and nanoengineered microchannel plates, to improve sensitivity, image clarity, lifetime, and manufacturability for low-light defence applications.
High-performance photocathodes for UV-C detection (200-280 nm) and near-infrared detection (~1060 nm), enabling early threat detection, laser warning, and directed-energy monitoring.
Electron-bombarded and hybrid sensor systems combining image intensifiers with CMOS readout for compact, lightweight, high-frame-rate solutions.
Development of materials, epitaxial technologies (including GaAs), and precision manufacturing supported by advanced testing and AI-driven inspection for reliable, scalable deployment.
Photonics International R&D Center develops advanced photonics sensor technologies for defence and dual-use applications.
Our work combines research, engineering, and validation through precision processes and controlled laboratory environments.
Working together with European partners, we support the full innovation cycle – from early concepts to validated prototypes and technology solutions.
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Grace Martin
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Emma Davis
We specialize in laboratory testing, analytical research, scientific custom experiments and data interpretation.
We specialize in laboratory testing, analytical research, scientific custom experiments and data interpretation.
We specialize in laboratory testing, analytical research, scientific custom experiments and data interpretation.
We specialize in laboratory testing, analytical research, scientific custom experiments and data interpretation.
We specialize in laboratory testing, analytical research, scientific custom experiments and data interpretation.
An international R&D center specializing in applied photonics, optical system development, and experimental validation, bridging fundamental research with real-world optical performance.
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You'll meet with our scientific advisor to define your research goals, scope, and budget. You'll meet with our scientific advisors to define your research.
Jenny Wilson Lab Supervisor