Between 2012 and 2020, Dr. Ruben Hünig conducted research at KIT and ZSW Stuttgart on bionically inspired anti-reflection structures. Natural models such as flower petals served as a basis to specifically couple light into solar cells and thus minimize reflections. This research laid the foundation for today's anti-glare technology from Phytonics.

In 2022, Phytonics focused on the further development and optimization of the technology for use on full-format solar modules. Initial pilot projects were successfully implemented, and the technological properties – especially glare reduction and light yield – were validated in the field. At the same time, the foundation for the later market entry was laid.

In 2023, Phytonics completed the first successful pilot project: The roof of a hillside residential building in Saarland was made glare-free. Thanks to the special surface structure of the coating, disturbing reflections could be significantly reduced and neighborhood peace restored – a crucial step for the social acceptance of PV systems in sensitive locations and an important milestone on the path to market maturity.