Our History
Deeplight is a deep-tech startup founded in 2021, headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland with an office in Karlsruhe, Germany, specializing in photonic integrated circuits. The company develops ultra-low-noise, frequency-agile laser sources and optical frequency combs for applications spanning scientific research, industrial sensing, fiber sensing, LiDAR, quantum, and communications.
Technology Development
Deeplight is known for its advanced photonic integrated circuits (PICs) that offer ultra-low noise and high-frequency agility. These circuits are crucial in fields requiring precision, such as scientific research, industrial applications, and high-volume consumer products.
Team of Experts
With a small team and cutting-edge technology, Deeplight is making strides in the field of photonics, aiming to impact both high-tech industries and broader consumer markets.
Funding and Support
We have grown thanks to non-dilutive funding, including the European Innovation Council and the highly desirable InnoSuisse Startup Innovation Project grant. The company has also been awarded a Tech Seed loan from the Foundation for Technological Innovation.
Recognition in the Startup Ecosystem
Our company has been featured in prominent Swiss startup events, as a top-10 finalist for the 2023 W.A. De Vigier Award, as well as the Swiss Startup Champions Seed Night and the TOP 100 Swiss Startup Award.
Company
Values
We are Ambitious and Committed to Learning
We are Agile
We use data and seek alternative views, we disagree and commit
Customer Engagement
The leadership behind Deeplight
Our team comprises experts from a range of fields within photonics and laser technology, all of whom are dedicated to driving innovation forward. Collectively, we offer a depth of knowledge and experience that ensures our customers receive optimal solutions.
Frank Schäfer
CEO
Dr. Anat Siddharth
CTO
Hongwang Xia
General Manager, GmbH
Prof. Christian Koos
Board Member & Co-founder
Prof. Tobias J. Kippenberg
Board Member & Co-founder
Deeplight Locations
We have branches in Germany and Switzerland, so please feel free to reach out to whichever one you like best. We’re here for you if you have any questions or need further assistance. We’d love to connect with you!
Lausanne (Switzerland) 🇨🇭
Karlsruhe (Germany) 🇩🇪
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