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Technology Innovation Institute’s Directed Energy Research Center Unveils First-in-GCC Region Laser-Matter Interaction Laboratory

TII · Mar 17

Technology Innovation Institute's (TII) Directed Energy Research Center (DERC) in Abu Dhabi has launched the GCC region's first Laser-Matter Interaction (LMI) Laboratory. The LMI Lab, part of DERC's Laser, Photonics, and Optoelectronics Division, will investigate laser interactions with matter. This lab will enable local research and development in laser materials processing, plasma physics, and nanotechnology, reducing reliance on foreign outsourcing. Why it matters: This regional first enhances the UAE's position in advanced technology research and expands the application of lasers across diverse industries in the GCC.

Technology Innovation Institute Unveils 2 µm Fiber Laser for Medical and Industrial Use

TII · Mar 17

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) in Abu Dhabi has launched a 2-micrometer high-power fiber laser for medical and industrial applications. Developed by TII's Directed Energy Research Center, the Thulium-based laser is efficient, compact, and scalable, enabling precise interaction with water-rich materials. TII has partnered with LIMA Photonics, a German MedTech startup, to integrate the laser into clinical solutions, including urinary stone treatment and prostate surgery. Why it matters: This laser technology and partnership showcase the UAE's commitment to translating advanced research into healthcare solutions, positioning Abu Dhabi as a hub for medical technology innovation.