Coherent Corp. Unveils Axon FL: A Game-Changer for Mini2P Microscopy Research
SAXONBURG, Pa., April 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a significant advancement for photonics technology, Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR) has officially launched the Axon FL, a cutting-edge fiber coupling module that transforms the Axon 920 TPC ultrafast femtosecond laser into a versatile plug-and-play solution specifically designed for Mini2P microscopy.
The Axon FL is engineered to facilitate seamless interchangeability between free-space and fiber-coupled outputs, greatly enhancing the versatility of the Axon 920 TPC laser. This innovation allows researchers to utilize a single laser source across a broad spectrum of applications, particularly in the intricate exploration of neural circuits and cellular dynamics deep within living tissues.
Mini2P microscopy is steadily gaining traction within the scientific community for its efficacy in in vivo brain imaging, especially in freely moving animal models. As this technique gains popularity, the need for dependable femtosecond laser delivery via fiber optics has correspondingly increased. Until the introduction of the Axon FL, researchers faced the challenge of finding a direct, commercially viable solution for connecting the Axon 920 TPC to Mini2P setups. The Axon FL effectively addresses this issue by delivering high-quality, clean femtosecond pulses through standard FC/PC connectors, while also providing high contrast power control and dynamic group delay dispersion (GDD) tuning for optimal performance and precise adjustments during experimentation.
Dr. Chris Dorman, Executive Vice President of the Lasers Business Group at Coherent, emphasized the transformative potential of the Axon FL, stating, The Axon FL unlocks a new level of flexibility for labs already using the Axon 920 TPC. Its modular design, precision alignment, and cost-effective upgrade path offer unmatched convenience and performance for Mini2P users.
What sets the Axon FL apart from competing systems is its availability as an accessory, making it a smart and economical choice for existing users of the Axon 920 TPC. With robust compatibility and precision-engineered alignment features, the Axon FL establishes a new benchmark in fiber-coupled laser performance tailored specifically for the neuroscience community.
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