Pixel Photonics receives €1M grant for multi-mode single photon detection
Summary
Its detectors are used in a variety of fields, including quantum computing, quantum communication, and microscopy.In addition to this new funding, the company has received venture capital funding from Quantonation and HTGF as well as several research grants from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), the European Innovation Council (EIC) and the European Space Agency (ESA).Light is a key information carrier in numerous high-tech applications - from microscopy and telecommunications to quantum computing. Pixel Photonics makes detector solutions in the near-infrared spectral range that interface with many applications in life sciences, microscopy, diagnostics and LiDAR, which typically work with multimodal light.The SPRIND funding perfectly complements our journey alongside visionary VCs like Quantonation and HTGF, providing a crucial boost to the development of our technology beyond quantum applications. This support enables us to accelerate progress and bring our innovations to market faster. Our multi-mode capable single- photon detectors will seamlessly integrate into established optical systems, making the adoption of SNSPD technology effortless for industry players. "By offering a versatile detection platform, this innovation expands possibilities across a broad range of applications while unlocking new opportunities in medtech and diagnostics.