Company

We are Refined, a medical technology company from Münster, Germany, specializing in advanced laser-based imaging systems for real-time tissue analysis.

Combining innovative laser solutions for surgical pathology with modern microscopes and AI, we aim to transform cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Our high-precision laser microscopy for clinical applications empowers surgeons and pathologists to quickly identify cancer cells during surgery, reducing repeat procedures, patient stress, and treatment costs.

Refined’s laser systems are used worldwide as key components in life-science research and quantum technology, forming the technological foundation for its clinical solutions.

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Our values

Driven by purpose

We don’t just work – we work with intention. Every decision we make is aligned with a deeper purpose that guides us forward.

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Innovation with purpose

We develop laser technologies to improve cancer diagnostics and surgery.

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Precision and simplicity

We deliver precise, high-performance systems with intuitive operation.

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Real-Time Data

We provide fast, label-free insights for confident, real-time decisions.

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Patient-centered outcomes

We aim to improve care by reducing repeat surgeries and treatment costs.

Financial partners and supporters

Financial partners and supporters

Apex Ventures European Union Federal Ministry of Research HTGF Merk Mic NRW Bank Onsight Ventures Papst Invest

That’s us

Meet our team

From vision to execution, meet the people driving our purpose forward.

Dr. Maximilian Brinkmann

Dr. Maximilian Brinkmann

[CEO & Co-founder]

Dr. Tim Hellwig

[CTO & Co-founder]

Dr. Tim Hellwig

Together, we build

Dr. Thomas Würthwein

Dr. Thomas Würthwein

Product Management

Dr. Sven Dobner

Dr. Sven Dobner

Head of Production

Sandra Lux

Sandra Lux

Regulatory Affairs

Dr. Steffen Ullmann

Dr. Steffen Ullmann

Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Silke Morris

Dr. Silke Morris

Expert in tumor biology

Dr. Joshua Butke

Dr. Joshua Butke

AI Lead

Alexander Hildebrand

Alexander Hildebrand

Software Lead

Dr. Ramon Droop

Dr. Ramon Droop

Image Processing Lead

Dr. Niklas Lüpken

Dr. Niklas Lüpken

Product Management

Where we started

Refined Laser Systems

Learn more about our advanced laser solutions.

Jobs

Work with purpose. Grow with people.

We regularly offer new opportunities. You're welcome to submit an unsolicited application if no suitable role is currently listed.

Open application

Interested in joining our team?

We are always on the lookout for passionate and talented individuals to join our team. If you don't see a specific job opening that matches your skills, we still want to hear from you!