Novel laser architectures for the next generation of multi-photon imaging tools

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Multi-photon imaging has revolutionised many fields of life-science since the process was first demonstrated in the late '90's. Advances in laser technology have enabled improvement in the capabilities of this technique, with large complex laser systems being replaced by small low cost solutions and with the migration to clinical applications now within reach. The development of simple low-cost laser architectures that will give access to higher peak power, new laser wavelengths and scalable pulse energies is the goal of this project. Current academic research indicates some interesting technologies, but these ideas must be tested and developed to assess applicability for industrial use.Taking some existing Coherent technology as a base, the project goal will be to design solutions, numerically model, and construct performance demonstration systems to allow decisions to be made about the best technology to bring to market in a product development. These solutions will push existing technology beyond current state of the art for both performance and cost. The novelty, scale and challenge associated with the project will result in likely IP generation, publication suitable results and the outcome of a technical solution suitable for commercialisation increasing current market share and opening new market opportunities.The novelty is in the ultimate industrial challenge of designing and selling a laser system that offers new wavelengths and with higher power/ energy than other laser sources available on the market. It is likely this challenge will allow the construction of a laser system with performance that improves upon the state of the art from academic publications.