Biomedical Photoacoustic Imaging and Sensing Using Affordable Resources
Mithun Kuniyil Ajith Singh1, Wenfeng Xia2
1Research and Business Development Division, CYBERDYNE INC., Stationsplein 45, A4.004, 3013 AK Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|April 30, 2021
Summary
The photoacoustic (PA) effect, discovered in the 1880s, uses light and sound for biomedical imaging. This technology has been key in medical diagnostics and sensing since the 1990s.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical optics
- Acoustic imaging
Background:
- The photoacoustic (PA) effect, also known as the optoacoustic effect, was first described in the 1880s.
- Its application in biomedical imaging and sensing has been prominent since the early 1990s.
Discussion:
- PA imaging combines optical contrast with ultrasound resolution.
- It allows for non-ionizing visualization of biological tissues.
Key Insights:
- PA imaging provides functional and molecular information.
- Applications include angiography, tumor detection, and metabolic imaging.
Outlook:
- Advancements in PA technology promise enhanced resolution and deeper penetration.
- Future applications may expand to real-time monitoring and therapeutic guidance.
