Researchers are studying nature's secrets to develop efficient light-based technologies. From seashells to spider wings, scientists are discovering inspiration in the natural world to create innovative solutions for energy, healthcare, and communications.
The new journal Neurophotonics adds to the rapidly growing understanding of the brain through advanced optical methods and applications. Key findings include photoacoustic tomography techniques that display brain activity with high accuracy, and novel technologies for brain energy metabolism.
A new special section in Optical Engineering highlights optics research for human vision improvement. The studies showcase new techniques for earlier disease diagnosis and more accurate guidance for treatment.
The Journal of Medical Imaging has launched with freely accessible articles on new research in cancer diagnosis, image quality assessment, and other topics. The journal covers fundamental and translational research in medical imaging, spanning physics, tomographic reconstruction algorithms, computer-aided diagnosis, and more.
Researchers developed an external laser device to detect alcohol vapors inside moving cars, reducing accidents caused by drivers under the influence. The device can identify cars with intoxicated drivers or passengers and alert authorities, potentially decreasing traffic checks.
A team of scientists created wearable technology that helps surgeons visualize cancer cells by making them glow blue, reducing the need for follow-up surgeries and associated costs. The innovation uses a custom video display, head-mounted device, and targeted molecular agent to distinguish cancer cells from healthy tissue.
Researchers are developing computer-aided diagnosis methods for mammograms, ultrasounds, and MRIs to identify specific tumor characteristics. This technique may also help identify genes that influence the risk of disease.
The new journal will cover a range of topics including microscopic methods, optogenetics, and computational methods relevant to understanding brain function. It aims to foster greater awareness and interaction among the photonics, neuroscience, and clinical communities.
TNO researchers Alexander Toet and Maarten Hogervorst win the Rudolf Kingslake Medal for their work on statistical mapping approach for night-vision applications. The paper presents an overview of their progress in achieving color constancy and computational simplicity.
The Journal of Medical Imaging will cover fundamental and translational research and applications focused on photonics in medical imaging. The journal will mirror the scope of the annual SPIE Medical Imaging symposium, covering topics such as imaging physics, tomographic reconstruction algorithms, image processing, and more.
Researchers developed a digital streak camera that can capture full-color images of projectiles traveling at speeds of up to 3350 m/s. The camera uses a precisely controlled mirror to freeze the image on the sensor, capturing high-quality images with minimal distortion.
Researchers have developed new techniques using lasers, LEDs, and optics to visualize and analyze the skin's structure and function. These methods hold promise for various medical applications, including burn treatment, cancer detection, and wound healing.
Researchers have developed hand-held instruments powered by scavenged energy to analyze water quality and bridge safety in the field. The devices use sophisticated photonics systems to generate spectral signatures for identification, with potential applications including wearable biomedical monitors and tracking devices.
Research at Curtin University has enabled major improvements in the widely used century-old 3D printing technique Anaglyph printing. The team targeted crosstalk problems visible as ghost-like shadows and found potential solutions by changing cyan ink, optimizing glasses and light sources, and using improved image processing algorithms.