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PATLAB: A graphical computational software package for photoacoustic computed tomography research
P Omidi1,2, L C M Yip1,3, E Rascevska1,2
1Imaging Program, Lawson Health Research Institute, 268 Grosvenor St., London, ON N6A 4V2, Canada.
Photoacoustics
|October 3, 2022
Summary
Researchers can now simulate and reconstruct images using PATLAB, a new open-source software for photoacoustic tomography (PAT). This tool aids in developing advanced methods for high-resolution tissue imaging.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical optics
- Medical imaging technology
- Computational imaging
Background:
- Photoacoustic tomography (PAT) offers high-resolution optical imaging of tissues up to several centimeters deep.
- PAT has been a research focus for over 30 years, with ongoing intensive research.
- A significant gap exists in comprehensive, open-source graphical software for PAT simulation and reconstruction.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce PATLAB, a novel open-source MATLAB-based software package.
- Provide researchers with a tool for both PAT simulation and image reconstruction.
- Offer a user-friendly yet powerful platform for complex PAT data processing and method development.
Main Methods:
- Developed an open-source graphical software package using MATLAB.
- Integrated functionalities for both simulating photoacoustic signals and reconstructing images.
- Designed the software for ease of use while supporting advanced data processing.
Main Results:
- PATLAB enables comprehensive simulation and reconstruction for photoacoustic tomography.
- The software is user-friendly for basic tasks and provides a framework for advanced users.
- Facilitates the development and testing of new PAT methods.
Conclusions:
- PATLAB addresses the need for an accessible, open-source tool in the PAT research community.
- This software package can accelerate research and development in high-resolution biomedical imaging.
- Empowers researchers to explore and innovate within photoacoustic tomography.
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