A photonic-based hyperpolarisation device is disclosed with an electromagnetic source for emitting photonic radiation having a substantial penetration depth for material of the object, in particular of tissue, to be examined. For example, soft or ultra- soft x-rays are applied. Notably, the photonic-based hyperpolarisation device incorporates a magnet to generate a static magnetic field. Alternatively, the photonic-based hyperpolarisation device is incorporated in an magnetic resonance examination system.