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Photonics Innovation Awards 2025 - Winners Announced!

The Photonics Innovation Awards 2025 showcased transformative concepts that could turn into impactful real-world solutions, leveraging the expertise of Hamamatsu Photonics. Held every two years, this prestigious event provides a platform for start-ups, OEMs, and established industry leaders to confront critical challenges and make a significant difference. The recent awards celebrated the visionary minds that submitted innovative proposals harnessing photonics to address pressing issues.
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Hamamatsu Photonics Innovation Awards 2025, unveiled during an exciting ceremony at the Laser World of Photonics in Munich, Germany, on June 25th.

The winners are:

INNOVATION category

ZuriQ - Scalable quantum computers based on trapped ion qubits
ADVANCED FEASIBILITY STATUS (Technology ready)

Coher Sense - Compact laser multimeter
IMPACT ON SOCIETY

Minos Biosciences - DNA sequence study

Celebrating Innovation in Light – Our Award Video Is Now Online

We’re excited to announce that the video for our Photonics Innovation Award is now available!

Get an inside look at the groundbreaking ideas, inspiring moments, and the incredible minds driving innovation in photonics. Whether you missed the event or want to relive the highlights – this is your chance!

Each winner received a prize of €10,000 and a year of promotional support to further their work.

Congratulations to all recipients for their remarkable contributions to the field of photonics. Your dedication and innovative spirit inspire us all.

Stay tuned for more updates, as we look forward to celebrating additional achievements in the field of photonics at the next Photonics Innovation Awards in 2027!

Photonics Innovation Awards 2025 - Winners Announced!