Laser-induced photopolymerization, also known as direct laser lithography or direct laser writing, is a technique for the formation of 3D nanostructures in photosensitive resins.

Several laser-based techniques enable precise micro- and nanostructuring of metal, semiconductor, glass, and other material surfaces.

Femtosecond laser writing enables the writing of vacancy-related color centers in silicon carbide and gallium nitride, which are relevant for applications in quantum technologies.

Femtosecond lasers offer exceptional precision and minimal thermal damage, making them suitable as treatment and surgical tools in medical disciplines such as ophthalmology.