Archive for month: April, 2025

On March 17, 2025, RayVen officially became RayVen Laser GmbH. What began as a collaborative research effort at Ruhr University Bochum has now taken the legal and strategic step into becoming a fully incorporated company. The foundation of RayVen Laser GmbH is more than a formality. It marks a shift in focus: from technology development in an academic context to market-driven innovation in an industrial one. As a company, RayVen can now enter into partnerships, raise investment, hire talent, and prepare for scalable production of its first-generation laser systems.

RayVen’s mission is to make ultrafast laser technology at 2 µm wavelength accessible, reliable, and industry-ready. This spectral range opens new possibilities in micromachining, particularly for challenging or bio-sensitive materials, while offering energy-efficient processing and lower environmental impact. In a world of growing demand for precision, flexibility, and sustainability, we believe 2-µm lasers are part of the answer.

Our founding team combines expertise from physics, laser engineering, and entrepreneurship:

• Dr. Celia Millon, expert in ultrafast laser technology and technology transfer.
• Dr. Michael Müller, physicist specialized in high-power lasers and precision applications.

Together, we have translated years of research into a product vision that meets real industrial needs. Supported by the EXIST Transfer of Research program, we have built a working prototype, tested first applications, and defined a roadmap for development and commercialization.

With the incorporation of RayVen Laser GmbH, we are now able to:

• Enter formal industry collaborations and pilot programs
• Begin the process of IP transfer and licensing
• Attract new team members 
• Engage investors and prepare for initial market entry

We remain closely connected to our academic roots at Ruhr University Bochum, and we are proud to be part of a growing ecosystem of deep-tech innovators in the Ruhr area. This is just the beginning. We are building RayVen not only as a technology provider, but as a company committed to precision, simplicity, and impact.