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¹Vienna Center for Quantum Science and Technology, Atominstitut, TU Wien, Stadionallee 2, 1020, Vienna, Austria.

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This study introduces cavity-enhanced microscopy, a new technique that improves signal quality and reduces sample damage. This method offers better imaging for biological samples and ultracold atoms.

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Area of Science:

Optics and Photonics
Biophysics
Atomic Physics

Background:

Microscopy is crucial for observing dynamic processes in diverse systems.
A key challenge is minimizing probe-induced damage while maximizing information.
Current methods struggle to balance signal quality with sample preservation.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a cavity-enhanced microscopy technique for improved signal-to-noise ratio.
To demonstrate contrast enhancement in both test and biological samples.
To explore applications in imaging ultracold atoms.

Main Methods:

Utilizing a self-imaging 4f cavity for continuous-wave microscopy.
Implementing cavity enhancement to boost signal-to-noise ratios.
Analyzing performance with and without cavity length stabilization.

Main Results:

Achieved enhanced signal-to-noise ratios compared to standard single-pass microscopy at fixed damage levels.
Demonstrated significant contrast enhancement for controlled test and biological samples.
Developed a novel dark-field microscopy mode for thick samples based on optical path length differences.
Theoretically confirmed benefits even with non-length-stabilized cavities.

Conclusions:

Cavity-enhanced microscopy offers superior performance, particularly in signal quality and sample preservation.
The technique is versatile, applicable to biological imaging and potentially ultracold atom dispersive imaging.
Non-length-stabilized cavities can also yield performance enhancements, broadening practical applications.