The Design Challenge -
The core challenge for the Lighthouse 1.0 instrument was successfully transitioning from a large, proof-of-concept floor-standing unit into a highly scaled-down benchtop platform for single-cell manipulation. To serve applications across biopharma, diagnostics, and life sciences, the system needed to grant researchers the unique ability to directly visualize individual cells in real time and maintain complete ownership over complex, rapidly iterating workflows. Additionally, the device had to be architected to aesthetically and functionally stand out within a highly competitive R&D landscape.
