Super-multiplexed imaging and coding in the range of radio frequency

Area of Science:

• Advanced materials science
• Biomedical imaging
• Information technology

Background:

• The digital age presents significant challenges for data storage and retrieval.
• Current imaging techniques have limitations in multiplexity for information processing.
• Novel high-performance strategies are needed to overcome these limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce a new imaging-based technique for enhanced information storage and access.
• To explore the potential of Fluorine-19 magnetic resonance imaging (¹⁹F MRI) for data encoding.
• To develop versatile coding platforms for advanced information management.

Main Methods:

• Development of the ¹⁹F magnetic resonance imaging-Empowered information Assess and Storage Technique (FEAST).
• Utilization of 22 distinct fluorinated quaternary ammonium derivatives for ¹⁹F MRI signal generation.
• Creation of three coding platforms: fluorinated choline analog solutions, fluorinated deep eutectic solvents, and fluorinated ionogels.

Main Results:

• Demonstrated 2D applications including 16-bit encoding, dual-color watermarking, multiplexed Colorcodes, and encrypted QR codes.
• Showcased 3D applications such as cubic information storage, implanted anti-counterfeit labels, and FEAST-guided encryption.
• Successfully utilized distinct ¹⁹F chemical shifts for high-fidelity data representation.

Conclusions:

• FEAST provides a powerful new paradigm for information storage and access.
• The developed coding platforms offer versatility for diverse applications.
• This work paves the way for innovative solutions in data management and security.