Where did the name SDS Optic come from?

If you are wondering where the name SDS Optic comes from, you are not alone. When our founders were creating their business, they sought a name that would clearly indicate the startup's area of expertise—optics—while also subtly paying tribute to those who, centuries ago, enabled the advancement of this science. Discover some interesting facts about the scholars who inspired the company's founders to develop a new fiber optic technology in the field of molecular diagnostics.

The name SDS Optic is a tribute to Seneca, Descartes, and Spinoza, whose achievements have inspired many inventors over the centuries, including the creators of inPROBE. Who were they, and what did they contribute to optics that makes us value them so highly?

S - Seneka

Seneca was a Roman philosopher and politician. Although he is not a figure commonly associated with the natural sciences, he described in detail the use of a magnifying lens (a sphere filled with water). His observations and writings from the first century AD regarding natural phenomena, including optical ones, show him as a precursor to scientific thought in this field.

D - Descartes

Descartes (actually René Descartes) is known for his philosophical works and contributions to mathematics, as well as the famous phrase "Cogito ergo sum" ("I think, therefore I am"). He discovered the correct law of refraction of light, which allowed him to properly explain the range of the rainbow. He also made a significant contribution to the development of optics.

S - Spinoza

Spinoza – a philosopher, but also a craftsman who used his practical skills to create lenses and optical instruments. His work on improving lens grinding techniques allowed for greater precision in scientific observations.

What mission is reflected by the name SDS Optic?

SDS Optic, drawing from the legacy of these three pioneers, continues the tradition of creating innovations. Here, optoelectronics combines with molecular biology and chemistry for the development of advanced technologies that save lives and health.

One of the flagship achievements of SDS Optic is inPROBE – a fiber optic biosensor enabling precise real-time diagnostic of cancer biomarkers. This groundbreaking technology allows for the monitoring and analysis of molecule concentrations directly within the human body, revolutionizing cancer diagnostics and treatment, especially in the context of scientific discoveries regarding the effectiveness of targeted therapies in new patient groups and the need for effective identification of individuals with even minimal overexpression of cancer proteins (Daiichi Sankyo and AstraZeneca studies from the DESTINY series).

SDS Optic continues the mission of the fathers of optics, creating technologies that not only pay tribute to the roots of optical discoveries but also transform these ideas into concrete tools serving human health and progress. Our teams in Lublin (Poland) and Philadelphia (USA) prove every day that innovations in science and technology can emerge from every corner of the world, improving people's quality of life and shaping the future.