Elst, The Netherlands, 8 July 2025 – Artinis Medical Systems, a pioneer in functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS), is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with NIRx Medical Technologies. With the support of healthcare investor Gilde Healthcare, this collaboration marks a significant milestone in Artinis’ mission to advance neuroscience through accessible, high-impact neuroimaging solutions.

This partnership brings together two world-leading fNIRS innovators, aligned around a shared vision to accelerate brain imaging innovation and broaden global access to cutting-edge research tools. Artinis will continue to operate under its own name, from its existing location.

By joining forces, Artinis will benefit from combined scale and complementary strengths, allowing for greater investment in R&D, expanded sales and support capacity, and a broader reach across both basic and applied neuroscience. Leadership continuity is ensured, with Willy Colier and Marianne Floor continuing to lead Artinis, and Patrick Britz and Mylène Henry heading NIRx. Together, they are part of the new group’s leadership team.

Dr. Willy Colier, co-founder and CEO of Artinis: "Roeland, my co-founder, and I are proud of Artinis' journey over the past 24 years. We have built a company known for its great products, fantastic people, and satisfied customers. Joining forces with NIRx is an exciting step that will enhance the value we provide to both our current and future customers. We look forward to this new phase as we leverage our combined scale and expertise, benefiting from the support of Gilde Healthcare."

Dr. Patrick Britz, CEO of NIRx, added: "Constant innovation has made functional near-infrared spectroscopy a rapidly growing and highly productive solution for neuroscience. Now, with the strong support of Gilde Healthcare, two highly skilled teams, NIRx and Artinis, are joining forces to accelerate these advancements. I am genuinely thrilled about the possibilities this partnership unlocks, fNIRS is just at its beginning."

This partnership strengthens Artinis’ ability to support researchers in unlocking deeper insights into the human brain more accurately, effectively, and accessibly while continuing to invest in its people and values.

Completion of the transaction is subject to regulatory approval.

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Artinis Medical Systems, a pioneer in functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS), is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with NIRx Medical Technologies. With the support of healthcare investor Gilde Healthcare, this collaboration marks a significant milestone in Artinis’ mission to advance neuroscience through accessible, high-impact neuroimaging solutions.

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