The Brussels Photonics research and innovation team (B-PHOT) is strongly focused on serving the industry with cost-effective, timely and cutting edge micro-photonic solutions. This is achieved through a team of more than 40 experts in micro-photonic technologies, covering the complete value chain from modeling&design, metrology, component fabrication up to proof of concept demonstrations.
Photonics Innovation Center
Since 2013 the Photonics Innovation Center houses high-tech platforms for micro-optical design to an advanced polymer prototyping line including ultra-precision diamond tooling, hot embossing, laser welding and 3D laser lithography. It is located in Gooik.
At a glance: B-PHOT GEAR

CONTACT
Brussels Photonics team
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Pleinlaan 2 | Building F | 9th floor
1050 Brussels
Belgium
Brussels Photonics Innovation Center
Vollezelestraat 46-48
1755 Pajottegem
Belgium
Head of Department
Prof. Dr. Ir. Hugo Thienpont
[E] hugo.thienpont@vub.be
Business Developer EU Level
Peter Doyle
[E] peter.doyle@vub.be
Business Developer Flanders Region
Jan Watté
[E] jan.watte@vub.be