Nicslab

Nicslab Make scientific instruments smarter by simplifying it to save energy, time and money.

Nicslab is a fabless chip company that develops chip-scale integrated electronic and photonic solutions which process and transfer data faster and more efficiently in data centers, AI, instrumentation, and quantum computing. Nicslab also creates more efficient instruments for scientists and engineers.

At the NY Smart I‑Corridor Semiconductor Summit 2026, our team will share how Nicslab’s multichannel source measurement ...
05/30/2026

At the NY Smart I‑Corridor Semiconductor Summit 2026, our team will share how Nicslab’s multichannel source measurement systems enable precision testing for next‑generation photonic integrated circuits, from lab prototyping to scalable production lines.

Ben Harington, Ph.D, our Researcher & Development Engineer, will present on “Precision Testing for a Photonic Future”, addressing the critical role of advanced measurement infrastructure in accelerating the development and commercialization of photonic integrated circuits. By combining compact, high‑density voltage and current control with software‑defined automation, Nicslab assists researchers and foundries in shortening test time, improving stability, and accelerating the path from photonic design to real devices in data centers, AI, and quantum systems

Learn more at:
www.nicslab.com

Our hardware appeared in a Nature Communications paper!Researchers at Purdue University, led by the late Prof. Andrew We...
05/23/2026

Our hardware appeared in a Nature Communications paper!

Researchers at Purdue University, led by the late Prof. Andrew Weiner’s group, published a breakthrough in silicon photonic pulse shaping in Nature Communications (2024).

Their result: high-resolution on-chip Fourier-transform pulse shaper at 900 MHz, beating commercial alternatives that top out at 10 GHz resolution.

To control the microheaters and phase shifters on their silicon photonic chip, they used:
Nicslab XPOW-40AX-CCvCV-U

With it, they were able to address three key challenges:
Drive 40 channels simultaneously with ms-level update speed
Compensate for thermal crosstalk in real time
Integrate with a Python-based closed-loop control routine

This kind of capability reflects what Nicslab is designed to enable: precision multichannel control for photonic integrated circuits, whether in quantum research labs or next-generation data center applications.

If your PIC research needs the same level of control, let’s talk.

www.nicslab.com
Unlocking the power of light.

Cohen, L.M. et al. Silicon photonic microresonator-based high-resolution line-by-line pulse shaping. Nature Communications 15, 7878 (2024). https://lnkd.in/gMQY82VR

Our hardware just appeared in a Nature Communications paper!Researchers at Purdue University, led by the late Prof. Andr...
05/23/2026

Our hardware just appeared in a Nature Communications paper!

Researchers at Purdue University, led by the late Prof. Andrew Weiner's group, published a breakthrough in silicon photonic pulse shaping in Nature Communications (2024).

Their result: high-resolution on-chip Fourier-transform pulse shaper at 900 MHz, beating commercial alternatives that top out at 10 GHz resolution.

To control the microheaters and phase shifters on their silicon photonic chip, they used:
Nicslab XPOW-40AX-CCvCV-U

With it, they were able to address three key challenges:
Drive 40 channels simultaneously with ms-level update speed
Compensate for thermal crosstalk in real time
Integrate with a Python-based closed-loop control routine

This kind of capability reflects what Nicslab is designed to enable: precision multichannel control for photonic integrated circuits, whether in quantum research labs or next-generation data center applications.
If your PIC research needs the same level of control, let's talk.

www.nicslab.com
Unlocking the power of light.

Cohen, L.M. et al. Silicon photonic microresonator-based high-resolution line-by-line pulse shaping. Nature Communications 15, 7878 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-52051-9

Nicslab is heading to the NY SMART I-Corridor Semiconductor Summit, June 1–2, 2026, in Rochester, NY, where industry, ac...
05/20/2026

Nicslab is heading to the NY SMART I-Corridor Semiconductor Summit, June 1–2, 2026, in Rochester, NY, where industry, academia, and the semiconductor supply chain converge to drive real ecosystem growth.

The NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub is a federally supported initiative bringing together more than 100 partners to strengthen U.S. semiconductor capabilities, foster commercialization, and build workforce pipelines in one of the nation’s most promising innovation regions.

With strong investments in manufacturing, research, and workforce programs, this corridor is becoming a focal point for the future of semiconductor technology.

The summit’s Innovation Expo and Supply Chain Exchange will highlight emerging technologies, business partnerships, and strategic conversations that matter for companies at all stages of development.

For Nicslab, this is a chance to engage with leaders who are equally passionate about building practical, scalable solutions, whether it’s integrated control platforms, automation tools, or infrastructure that supports next-generation semiconductor and photonic systems.

We look forward to the shared insights and collaborative momentum this event will bring. If you’ll be attending, let’s connect and discover what we can build together.

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We’re excited to share that Nicslab will be speaking at the Industry Event of the 31st IEEE ETS 2026 in Chania, Greece.I...
05/15/2026

We’re excited to share that Nicslab will be speaking at the Industry Event of the 31st IEEE ETS 2026 in Chania, Greece.

Ihsan Hadi will be presenting our work titled:

“PPU: A RISC-V Architecture for Interactive Mixed-Signal ATE, Bridging the gap between high-level intent and nanosecond-level hardware ex*****on.”

In this session, we’ll open up how our PPU and MiniATE rethink mixed-signal test, placing intelligence closer to hardware so trimming, calibration, and interactive measurements can happen at nanosecond speed.

ETS is where test experts, tool builders, and standards contributors meet. If you’re attending, let’s meet, talk test challenges, and explore where collaboration can happen.

Learn more: www.nicslab.com
Unlocking the power of light.

TestEngineering

Nicslab is excited to be part of the 31st IEEE European Test Symposium (ETS 2026) in Chania, Greece, where we will join ...
05/13/2026

Nicslab is excited to be part of the 31st IEEE European Test Symposium (ETS 2026) in Chania, Greece, where we will join the Industry event as speakers. This is a special opportunity for us to share how we are pushing mixed‑signal ATE beyond traditional software‑centric architectures with our RISC‑V‑based Pattern Processing Unit (PPU) and Mini‑ATE platform.

We will talk about bringing nanosecond‑level intelligence closer to the instruments, enabling faster trimming, calibration, and interactive tests for “Big‑A, Little‑D” devices. If you are working on advanced test methods, ATE development, or IEEE P1687.2 standards, we would be very happy to meet you at ETS and exchange ideas in person.

Learn more at: www.nicslab.com
Unlocking the Power of Light

Nicslab is excited to be part of the 31st IEEE European Test Symposium (ETS 2026) in Chania, Greece, where we will join ...
05/13/2026

Nicslab is excited to be part of the 31st IEEE European Test Symposium (ETS 2026) in Chania, Greece, where we will join the Industry event as speakers. This is a special opportunity for us to share how we are pushing mixed‑signal ATE beyond traditional software‑centric architectures with our RISC‑V‑based Pattern Processing Unit (PPU) and Mini‑ATE platform.

We will talk about bringing nanosecond‑level intelligence closer to the instruments, enabling faster trimming, calibration, and interactive tests for “Big‑A, Little‑D” devices. If you are working on advanced test methods, ATE development, or IEEE P1687.x standards, we would be very happy to meet you at ETS and exchange ideas in person.

Learn more at: www.nicslab.com
Unlocking the Power of Light

Smarter Control, Less ComplexityIn multi-channel SMU systems, complexity rarely comes from capability, it comes from con...
05/07/2026

Smarter Control, Less Complexity
In multi-channel SMU systems, complexity rarely comes from capability, it comes from control.

As channel count increases, so does the need for a more structured and efficient interface. Without it, even simple measurement workflows become time-consuming.

The XDAC GUI by Nicslab is designed with this in mind: reducing operational overhead while preserving precise control across all channels.

It enables:
Stable operation in both Constant Voltage (CV) and Constant Current (CC) modes
Flexible channel configuration (individual or grouped)
Efficient ex*****on of programmable sweeps
Direct export of measurement data for analysis
Cross-platform usability
A practical approach to improving measurement workflows in lab automation and photonics testing.
Learn more: www.nicslab.com

04/28/2026

Thousands of optical channels. One compact solution.
Traditional lab setups for testing Photonic Integrated Circuits require rows of bulky equipment, one power supply per channel, massive cables, and zero scalability.

We built XSOM to change that.

- Control up to 1,000 channels
- 20× smaller form factor than conventional setups
- ~⅓ of the cost of traditional lab equipment
- Flexible carrier board — scales with your system
- Compatible with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW & C++

One module. Infinite photonic possibilities.

Tell us — what’s the biggest challenge in your photonic lab setup? Drop it in the comments

Learn more at: www.nicslab.com
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How is Nicslab driving photonics forward for the next era of AI systems?As Deep Neural Networks demand more speed and ef...
04/14/2026

How is Nicslab driving photonics forward for the next era of AI systems?

As Deep Neural Networks demand more speed and efficiency, Photonic Integrated Circuits are gaining attention for their ability to process signals in parallel with significantly lower energy use.

Nicslab supports this transition by providing compact electronic control and measurement platforms that make advanced photonic setups easier to operate, automate, and scale in real lab and production environments.

If you are building or experimenting with PIC-based AI hardware, let’s talk about how we can simplify your control architecture.

Connect with us to explore this further. Share your insights in the comments below!

Learn More at: www.nicslab.com
Unlocking the power of light

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