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Access to Europe's leading laser research infrastructures
Lasers4EU provides industry and medical centre users with transnational access to Europe’s cutting-edge laser facilities. Through the industry route, we offer:
- Access to infrastructure and expertise: A broad network of state-of-the-art laser labs at leading European research institutes, with resident scientific expertise available for collaboration.
- Comprehensive R&D support: Assistance for your research and development projects across diverse fields, including semiconductors, photonics, electronics, biomedicine, automotive and aeronautics, and precision manufacturing.
- Two access models: Labs are available either through peer-reviewed proposals evaluated on scientific merit, or through a simplified industry-tailored access model designed for industry timelines and confidentiality requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Industry users are eligible if the leader of their user group, and the majority of its members, including any academic collaborators, are based in a country different from that of the host facility. This transnational requirement applies to all access routes.
Project Guidance & Support
Lasers4EU can act as a facilitator for companies that are unfamiliar with the access process or unsure which facility best matches their technical requirements. This includes guidance on identifying suitable labs, navigating access procedures, and connecting companies with academic partners who can provide complementary expertise.
Find a lab
To find a suitable laboratory for your industry project, visit our industry services page.
The search tool lists all Lasers4EU infrastructures open to industry users, filterable by sector, your core activity and services you are looking for. Contact the relevant laboratory director directly to discuss access conditions.
Model 1: Collaborative Research Access
Companies that do not have the in-house expertise or staff to independently conduct an experiment may apply with the support of an academic collaborator.
Key Features:
- Expertise Sharing: We help connect you with academic groups who provide the specific research skills your project needs.
- Knowledge Exchange: Your team works directly with academic researchers to share ideas and technical know-how.
- Public Results: All findings are openly accessible and public. Exceptions for SME Users (including qualifying private medical centers) apply.
Model 2: Industry-Tailored Proposal Management System
Designed for commercial projects requiring full confidentiality, rapid turnaround, and exclusive control over intellectual property
Key features:
- Fast-Track Process: Simplified application templates and a dedicated feedback report to accelerate project launch.
- Confidential Review: Evaluation is conducted by an ad-hoc Industry Selection Panel operating under a strict NDA.
- Bespoke Agreements: Confidential contract addressing IP ownership, data management, and the required financial contribution.