| News archive |
| 22.11.2005 |
The LDH 405 is now available with higher output power of up to 20 mW at 40 MHz repetition rate. This laser head uses a special longitudinal multimode laser, which results in a lower coupling efficiency into single mode fibres. However, the maximum available power after a single mode fibre is typcially > 3 mW ! |
| 07.11.2005 |
The 3rd European Short Course on "Principles and Applications of Time-Resolved Fluorescence Spectroscopy" was held in Berlin, Adlershof from October 31- November 4, 2005. Altogether 82 people from Universities and Industrie from more than 18 countries participated in this successful event, which consisted of 15 lectures and an experimental hands-on session with 12 different instruments from 5 companies. |
| 03.11.2005 |
PicoQuant GmbH introduces the PDL 828 - "Sepia II", the next generation of the famous PDL 808 "Sepia" multichannel picosecond diode laser. This new laser driver is completely computer controlled and can control up to eight individual laser heads in one rack providing maximum flexibility for simultaneous, interleaved and burst excitation even at multiple wavelengths. Laser wavelengths between 375 and 1550 nm are available. |
| 27.10.2005 |
The LDH 440 is now available with higher output power of up to 3 mW at 40 MHz repetition rate. |
| 26.09.2005 |
For the 11th time PicoQuant has invited the top researches working in the field of Single Molecule Spectroscopy to come together in Berlin for the International Workshop on "Single Molecule Detection and Ultrasensitive Analysis in the Life Sciences". This workshop was outstanding with 121 attendees, 38 exciting talks and 34 posters. The 12th workshop will be held on September 20-22, 2006 in Berlin. During the workshop PicoQuant demonstrated a prototype of the PDL 828 "Sepia II" the new completely computer controlled multi-channel picosecond diode laser driver. |
| 01.08.2005 |
Micro-Photon-Devices (MPD) of Bolzano, Italy has named PicoQuant of Berlin, Germany to be the sole European distributor of the PDM series single photon sensitive avalanche photodiodes (SPAD) developed and manufactured by MPD. This strategic partnership combines the leading scientific results in the field of SPADs by Prof. Sergio Cova and MPD with the outstanding system integration expertise in the field of Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging (FLIM) and Single Molecule Spectroscopy (SMS) of PicoQuant and will allow to develop even better systems in future.
An extensive evaluation study at PicoQuant has shown that the new PDM modules are very well suited for single photon counting applications including Single Molecule Spectroscopy. The modules show a timing response similar to multi-channel plate photomultiplier tubes, a high quantum efficiency in the visible range and an excellent timing stability even at extreme high count rates, which is of crucial importance for Single Molecule Spectroscopy and FLIM. Both companies will closely cooperate and offer solutions for applications such as time-resolved confocal microscopy, fluorescence lifetime measurements and fast timing applications, such as laser pulse characterisation.
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| 11.07.2005 |
The new UV pulsed LEDs are now available in a power optimized version. These versions are limited to a maximum repetition rate of 10 MHz, but allow a higher peak power. |
30.05.2005 |
The Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging and Correlation Software SW-MT is now available in a new version. The new version 4.0 offers extended FLIM capabilities, additional ASCII export possibilities as well as an improved LSM support. |
| 18.05.2005 |
A new software version for the NanoHarp 250 has been released. The new software version offers a programmable trigger output and a new base resolution of 32 ns. Up to 262144 time bins are available, which results in a usable measurement time span of up to 2.15 s. |
| 27.04.2005 |
The range of available pulsed LEDs has further been extended. PicoQuant does now also offer a PLS at 295 nm - a wavelength that is traditionally used to excite the natural fluorescenct aminoacid tryptophan. |
| 05.04.2005 |
The range of available pulsed LEDs has again been extended. PicoQuant does now also offer a PLS at 310 nm. |
| 14.03.2005 |
PicoQuant has moved its offices and laboratories to a new building (Kekuléstrasse 7, 12489 Berlin). |
| 15.02.2005 |
A new version of FluoFit has been released. The version 4.0 features a new user interface, improved fitting algorithms, additional fitting functions and a new error analysis model. The software is now offered in two versions: FluoFit Basic and FluoFit Professional. |
| 13.12.2004 |
PicoQuant introduces the LSM Upgrade Kit to add temporal resolution to laser scanning microscopes. This upgrade gives the opportunity to perform e.g. Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging (FLIM) or Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy (FCS). |
| 12.11.2004 |
The PLS 280 and the PLS 340 are now available. The new pulsed LEDs are ideal for exciting natural fluorescent molecules like tyrosin, tryptophan and NATA. Furthermore these light sources could replace bulky laser systems like nitrogen lasers, excimer lasers or inefficient flash lamps. |
| 08.11.2004 |
The 2nd European Short Course on "Principles and Applications of Time-Resolved Fluorescence Spectroscopy" was held in Berlin, Adlershof from November 1-5, 2004. Altogether 73 people from Universities and Industrie from more than 15 countries participated in this successful event, which consisted of 18 lectures and an experimental hands-on session with 10 different instruments from 5 companies. Due to the success of this event a 3rd Course is planned for 2005. |
| 25.10.2004 |
PicoQuant launches the PicoHarp 300 Stand Alone TCSPC Module with USB 2.0 Interface. This photon counting device features a time bin resolution down to 4 ps, two identical, independent input channels with multi-stop capability and a Time-Tagged Time-Resolved mode with an unlimited measurement range at full resolution. In combination with an MCP-PMT overall instrument response functions down to 40 ps can be achieved. |
| 27.09.2004 |
For the 10th time PicoQuant has invited the top researches working in the field of Single Molecule Spectroscopy to come together in Berlin for the International Workshop on "Single Molecule Detection and Ultrasensitive Analysis in the Life Sciences". This anniversary workshop was outstanding with 106 attendees, 37 exciting talks and 37 posters. The 11th workshop will be held on September 21-23, 2005 in Berlin. During the workshop PicoQuant demonstrated a prototype of the PicoHarp 300 Stand Alone TCSPC Module. |
| 25.08.2004 |
The PicoTA, developed in cooperation with Toptica, Ltd. is now available at wavelengths of 530 nm, 780 nm and 1060 nm. |
| 05.07.2004 |
The Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging and Correlation Software SW-MT 1/2 is now available as a stand alone product. This software originally developed for the MicroTime 200 provides virtually all algorithms and methods for the analysis of fluorescence dynamics users may require. |
| 03.06.2004 |
A prototype of the PicoTA at 530 nm, developed in cooperation with Toptica, Ltd. is now available for evaluation. |
| 01.06.2004 |
Dr. Benedikt Krämer has joined PicoQuant from the "Physikalisch Technische Bundesanstalt" in Berlin. He started as senior scientist to strengthen the single molecule team of the Fluorescence Systems Division. |
| 01.06.2004 |
Dr. Andreas Bülter has joined PicoQuant from the University of Bielefeld. He started to strengthen our sales and marketing division. |
| 11.05.2004 |
"Analytica 2004" exhibition: PicoQuant demonstrated the PicoTA at 530 nm, a compact green picosecond diode laser with an average output of 3mW at 80 MHZ repetition rate. |
| 10.03.2004 |
PicoQuant extends the range of laser heads for its MDL 300 modulated laser driver. |
| 01.03.2004 |
PicoQuant launches the NanoHarp 250 Multichannel Scaler/Photon Counter board for acquisition of fluorescence/luminescence decays on the nanosecond to millisecond time scale. The NanoHarp has a time bin resolution of 4 nanoseconds and up to 256k available bins. This results in a useable time span of 1.04 milliseconds. |
| 09.02.2004 |
The new LDH 470 laser head has been released. |
| 25.10.2003 |
The 1st European Short Course on "Principles and Applications of Time-Resolved Fluorescence Spectroscopy" was held from October 20-24 in Berlin, Adlershof. Altogether 86 people from Universities and Industrie from more than 15 countries participated in this successful event. The 2nd European Short Course will be held from November 1-5, 2004 in Berlin, Adlershof. |
| 29.09.2003 |
Once more in a successful series of events PicoQuant invited the top researchers working in the field of Single Molecule Spectroscopy to the 9th International Workshop on "Single Molecule Detection and Ultrasensitive Analysis in the Life Sciences" held at PicoQuant in Berlin. The workshop was one of the best in its 9 year history and 75 attendees enjoyed 27 excellent talks and 15 posters. |
| 29.09.2003 |
The first direct SHG of a 1063 nm diode from PicoQuant was shown as a concept study. |
| 10.07.2003 |
Newly released software and New Developer's Library version 5.2 for TimeHarp 200 is now available. The new version 5.2 supports monochromator control and permits the automated recording of Time-Resolved Emission Spectra (TRES). The new version also supports the latest TimeHarp hardware and accessories from PicoQuant, notably the new NRT 400 router for PMT. External markers for synchronization with other processes in TTTR mode can now be recorded with selectable polarity. This provides synchronization with virtually all existing imaging devices including laser scanning microscopes (LSM). Owners of previous versions receive a free update. |
| 26.06.2003 |
"Laser 2003" exhibition: 1st prototype of the PicoTA-110 laser system was introduced. It is an amplified picosecond diode laser system, developed in cooperation with Toptica Ltd. In addition a concept study for a new high power picosecond fibre coupled diode laser (upto 50 mW from a 400 µm fibre) was shown. |
| 18.03.2003 |
A 4 channel router for multichannel applications with PMT detectors is now available for the TimeHarp 200 TCSPC board. |
| 23.01.2003 |
Newly released software version 5.0 for TimeHarp 200 is now available. The new version 5.0 supports Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging (FLIM) with the SCX 200 scan controller as well as recording of external markers for synchronization with other instruments such as scanning microscopes. Owners of previous versions receive a free update. |
| 23.11.2002 |
PicoQuant expands production space and hired former Siemens Manager Siegfried Seifert as head of production department. |
| 08.10.2002 |
The new LDH 375 laser head has been released. |
| 27.09.2002 |
We held the 8. Workshop on "Single Molecule Detection and Ultrasensitive Analysis in Life Science" in Berlin-Adlershof, more than 90 scientists have attended. The closing remarks where held by W.E. Moerner and Norman Dovichi. The 9th Workshop will be held September 2003 at PicoQuant GmbH. |
| 26.09.2002 |
The MicroTime 200 was introduced and the performance was demonstrated during 8. Workshop on "Single Molecule Detection and Ultrasensitive Analysis in Life Science" |
| 01.09.2002 |
Release of the TDA 200 trigger diode assembly for use with free running laser systems. It contains a high speed Si pin-photodiode, short focus collimation lens, integrated filter holder and threads for a mounting post. |
| 18.08.2002 |
New release 3.1 of FluoFit software now supporting Windows XP and with a full-featured graphic installer. Owners of previous versions receive a free update.
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| 01.08.2002 |
New release of the detector module PMA series. The detector is a single photon sensitive, fast time response and low-noise photon sensor from PicoQuant. It consists of a fast photon counting photomultiplier, a high voltage power supply and a pre-amplifier module all in a gold plated iron housing. The module combines the outstanding features of Hamamatsu PMT's, the performance of a built in equivalent of the PAM 102 preamplifier with a superior RF and magnetic shielding. |
| 01.06.2002 |
PicoQuant added chemical lab space and a new production floor to its facilities now having 6000 sft space available. |
| 01.02.2002 |
For the TimeHarp 200 a new driver DLL version 4.0 has been released. Now supporting Windows XP and a 4 channel router for multichannel applications with SPAD detectors. Furthermore it supports TTTR mode at sustained count rates as high as 2 MCounts/sec. The library supports custom program development with C/C++, Delphi, LabVIEW and Visual Basic. Demo code for all languages is provided. |
| 01.12.2001 |
Dr. Felix Koberling has joined PicoQuant from the Single Molecule Group of Prof. Dr. Basché, University of Mainz. He started as senior scientist to strengthen the single molecule team of the Fluorescence Systems Division.
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| 20.11.2001 |
PicoQuant introduces the MicroTime 100 system. The MicroTime 100 time-resolved microscope contains the complete optics and electronics for recording fluorescence decays of small volumes.
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| 15.11.2001 |
PicoQuant introduces the TimePipe 100 system. The TimePipe 100 is a distributed temperature measurement system.
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| 08.11.2001 |
For the TimeHarp 200 a new software version 3.0 has been released. Now supporting Windows XP and a 4 channel router for multichannel applications with SPAD detectors. The TimeHarp 200 is the most compact and cost efficient complete system for picosecond time-resolved fluorescence measurements available today. |
| 07.11.2001 |
A 4 channel router for multichannel applications with SPAD detectors is now available for the TimeHarp 200 TCSPC board. |
| 26.10.2001 |
 The re-designed FluoTime 100 is now ready for shipping. It features a larger sample chamber, increased stability and larger variety of detector options.
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| 01.10.2001 |
Dr. Peter Kapusta has joined PicoQuant from the Czech Technical University in Prague. He started as senior scientist for the Fluorescence Systems Division.
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| 28.09.2001 |
We held the 7. Workshop on "Single Molecule Detection and Ultrasensitive Analysis in Life Science" in Berlin-Adlershof, more than 80 scientists have attended. The 8th Workshop will be held September 2002 at PicoQuant GmbH. |
| 30.07.2001 |
PicoQuant introduces a new PCI-board for Time-Correlated Single Photon Counting, the TimeHarp 200. The TimeHarp 200 is the most compact and cost efficient allround system for picosecond time resolved measurements available today.
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| 01.07.2001 |
Following the successful short courses on "Principles and Applications of Time-Resolved Fluorescence" by Dr. J.R. Lakowicz at the Center of Fluorescence Spectroscopy (CFS) in Baltimore a European course will be offered in October 2003 in Berlin, Germany. The course consists of lectures as well as instrumentation and software hands-on training. Local organization is handled by PicoQuant and the key lectures are given by Prof. J. Lakowicz and other invited speakers. Information about the new European course will be available here soon. The new event will complement our own workshops on Single Molecule Detection.
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| 01.06.2001 |
PicoQuant introduces the new multichannel picosecond diode laser driver PDL 808 "Sepia", a modular driver to work with up to 8 picosecond diode laser heads or LEDs. It produces light pulses from single shot to 40 MHz in various operation modes such as synchronous, delayed or sequential. Applications are in lidar, optical tomography and multispectral time-resolved fluorescence work.
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| 10.04.2001 |
PicoQuant introduces the world's first True Blue Picosecond Diode Laser at 440 nm, 40MHz repetition rate and >100mW peak power. The device meets the urgent demand for affordable and compact blue excitation sources in the life sciences. The new development makes PicoQuant's set of interchangeable picosecond light sources running on one driver box the most complete available today.
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| 26.01.2001 |
Michael Wahl presented an invited talk on "Time-correlated photon counting instrumentation for time-resolved photoluminescence measurement on semiconductor surfaces" at the SPIE Symposium on Integrated Optics, San José, USA. |
| 23.10.2000 |
 Dr. Michael Wahl has been awarded by "Laser Focus World" for his article on "Time-resolved photoluminescence characterizes semiconductors"
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| 15.08.2000 |
The modulated diode laser driver MDL 300 is now available with a 400 nm laser head allowing modulation up to 900 MHz |
| 07.05.2000 |
Our PDL 800-B / LDH 400 Violet Picosecond Diode Laser is voted Top Ten new product at CLEO/QELS 2000, San Francisco, USA |
Dr. Michael Wahl