Alpes Lasers

Alpes Lasers S.A. is a Swiss engineering company and manufacturer specializing in quantum cascade lasers (QCLs) and infrared lasers for scientific, industrial, and medical applications. Founded as a spin-off from the University of Neuchâtel by physicists Jérôme Faist, Antoine Muller, and Matthias Beck, the company pioneered the commercialization of quantum-cascade laser technology. Alpes Lasers is a leader in developing optoelectronic devices in the Mid-Infrared (MIR) and Near-Infrared (NIR) range, with applications in gas detection, spectroscopy, and quantum sensing. The company's QCL technology leverages quantum mechanical principles for advanced photonics applications, making them a key supplier to quantum research institutions and industries requiring precise infrared light sources. With over 25 years of experience, Alpes Lasers maintains its position as a global technology leader in quantum cascade laser systems.