Optics for Life Science

Optics for life science is a quickly growing field, with advanced optical technologies breaking down knowledge boundaries and opening new frontiers every day. At Avantier, we are at the forefront of cutting edge optical components and lens assemblies for advanced optical design and instrumentation development. We produce a wide range of high-performance optical assemblies for biotech, life science research and medical applications in-house.

Applications of Optics for Life Science

Optics is key to nearly a hundred different facets of life science research, providing the ability to see and visualize that are extremely small, incredibly far, or difficult to reach. A few examples of optics in action include:

DNA Sequencing
Cell Imaging and Analysis
Particle Analysis with Flow Cytometry
Fluorescence, Confocal, and DIC Microscopy
Micro Arrays
Super-resolution Fluorescence and Multiphoton Microscopy
Scanning Laser Systems
Digital Pathology
Analytical Spectroscopes

Each of these fields requires high-quality, highly dependable optics that are manufactured under tight constraints to perform reliably and accurately. Our precision assembly process and careful quality controls enable us to produce such optical assemblies, allowing you to push the frontiers of your own research or medical practice and provide the very best for those who depend on you.

Manufacturing Optics for Life Science

Manufacturing optics for life science is subject to unique challenges and constraints. From high-resolution fluorescence microscopy for visualizing intricate cellular structures to high-throughput flow cytometry for analyzing large populations of cells, and automated cell analysis systems for drug discovery, such optical assemblies play a critical role in pushing the boundaries of biological research.

Key requirements for medical and bio optics include:

High quality
Repeatability
Robust stability
Adherence to budget

High quality is key to getting reliable results on which lives may depend. Some applications will require clear imaging even under low light conditions, while others require high resolution in a tiny package. Since these optics may be used in less-than-ideal circumstances, robust durability and stability even under poor conditions are also key. In 3D medical imaging for surgical applications, for instance, complex systems are required. The precise alignment needed between pieces must be robust enough to stay aligned during procedures and over the months or years between servicing opportunities.

Custom Optics Solutions for Life Sciences

Imaging systems for life science applications consist of complex equipment, including optical components such as microscope objectives, lenses, optical filters, polarizers, lasers, and more. Though optics for life science require high performance, durable lenses, they are also often subject to tight budget constraints that make it difficult to achieve these standards. In the optics world, high resolution lenses cost significantly more and are more difficult to manufacture. Those working to produce optics for life science must balance these needs to create high performance optics that are designed for manufacturability and can be produced within a budget.

Our optical system designers are skilled at creating effective designs that meet all requirements and do so without the long turnaround times that plague other manufacturers. For more information on how Avantier can help you create and customize optics for all your life science applications or to request a quote, please contact us.