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[Translate to English:] Das Bild informiert über die Teilnahme des Ferdinand-Braun-Instituts an der SPIE Photonics West 2026. Die Veranstaltung findet vom 17. bis 22. Januar in San Francisco statt. Der Stand befindet sich im deutschen Pavillon, Booth #4205-14.
Press release: 07.01.2026

FBH to present latest advances at Photonics West 2026

The Berlin-based Ferdinand-Braun-Institut develops and manufactures semiconductor-based diode lasers and UV LEDs with the entire process chain in-house. At the trade fair and conferences, the institute will present its comprehensive portfolio: from technologically advanced chips and compact, robust modules for industrial, space, and quantum technology applications to high-performance microisolators and 3D-printed optical frequency references.
Graphic representation of a helical antenna arranged in a spiral pattern on a black background. Red waves symbolize the emission.
FBH news: 16.12.2025

Double helical optical antennas for direct coupling to on-chip waveguides or quantum emitters
Die Abbildung zeigt zwei Ansichten eines komplexen, kugelförmigen Moleküls, das aus miteinander verbundenen chemischen Strukturen besteht. Die Darstellung ist monochromatisch und hebt die geometrische Anordnung der Atome hervor. Die Details vermitteln ein Gefühl für die Komplexität der Molekularstruktur.
FBH news: 02.12.2025

780 nm mode-locked monolithic diode laser for two-photon polymerization
Abstract illustration shows the D-band frequency between 110-170 GHz. The components “TX,” “IF,” and “Power Monitor” are shown in blue and orange lettering. An arrow points to the value 14.5%, which points downward.
FBH news: 19.11.2025

Realtime power monitoring of wireless communication systems for high data rate links – first results

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The Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) is an application-oriented research institute in the fields of high-frequency electronics, photonics and quantum physics. It researches and realizes electronic and optical components, modules and systems based on compound semiconductors.

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Metal cube-shaped prototype with 120 UV LEDs for irradiating the skin.
Prototype Development
The International Space Station (ISS) in space, behind it a part of the earth.
Components, Modules & System for Quantum Technologies
Two needles on a wafer, with which a high voltage measurement is carried out.
Semiconductor Chip Development: Lasers, UV LEDs
Laboratory environment with a technician in protective clothing working at advanced semiconductor equipment. The "APECS" logo and tagline "European Chiplet Innovation" are prominently displayed, with a blue geometric overlay design.
APECS pilot line for chiplet innovation
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Cover image of the Ferdinand-Braun-Institut's 2024/2025 annual report. The collage shows a laser module with a laser chip and other microelectronic elements in a butterfly housing, a microscope with a female researcher in cleanroom clothing, a group of scientists in protective suits and laser safety goggles, a close-up of microchip structures, and a detail of a cleanroom facility. The solar wall of the institute building can be seen in the background. The FBH logo is located at the top right.
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The FBH in numbers

400   Employees

from 30 countries work with us.

273   Patents

do we have in our portfolio - both German and international.

163   Projects

are we currently working on - state funded & industrial contracts.

12   Spin-Offs

have evolved from FBH - the majority of these are still active today.

4000   m² cleanroom & lab space

for state-of-the-art research with high-performance process technology.