From March 31 to April 2, 2026, Moscow’s Timiryazev Center Exhibition Complex welcomed the 20th anniversary edition of the international specialized exhibition “Photonics. World of Lasers and Optics – 2026,” showcasing cutting-edge laser, optical, and optoelectronic technologies. Over 160 companies from Russia, China, Belarus, and Armenia participated in the event. Samara National Research University was actively represented in the exhibition’s business program.
On April 1, as part of the scientific-practical conference held within the XIV Congress of the Photonics Technology Platform, Dmitry Artemyev, Acting Head of the Department of Laser and Biotechnical Systems and Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, delivered a presentation titled “Development of Laser Modules and Raman Spectral Systems for Diagnosing Malignant Neoplasms” during the session on Optical Sensing.
His report highlighted the successful development of a domestic laser module operating at a wavelength of 785 nm with an output power of up to 500 mW—a critical component for Raman spectroscopy. This innovation directly addresses the need for import substitution, replacing foreign laser sources whose supply has been restricted due to sanctions.
Built upon this laser module, the team has created a multimodal diagnostic system that integrates Raman spectroscopy with digital multispectral dermoscopy, enhanced by deep neural networks for automated classification of skin lesions. The system enables non-invasive, rapid diagnostics—without biopsy—right during a patient’s consultation with a physician.
The developments are protected by three patents and supported by publications in Q1/Q2-rated scientific journals. The research is carried out under the federal “Priority 2030” strategic academic leadership program in close collaboration with partners LLC “PHOTON-BIO” and Samara State Medical University.
Beyond its participation in the official program, Samara University also used the exhibition as a platform to establish contacts with optical equipment distributors, hold preliminary talks on potential OEM supplies of the new laser module, and explore partnership opportunities in adjacent fields—including industrial spectroscopy, fiber-optic sensing, and quantum technologies.
