Enhanced Detection of Acousto-Photonic Emissions in Optically Turbid Media Using a Photorefractive Crystal Based Detection System
Value PropositionThe system/method:ΓÇóExhibits an enhanced detection sensitivity as compared to conventional approachesΓÇóAllows for faster measurement of images as compared to conventional approachesΓÇóPermits a greater spatial coverage along with measurement of dynamic featuresΓÇóMinimizes the possibility of thermal bio-effects due to ultrasound exposureΓÇóUses an ultrasound to modulate light in a diffusive optical tomographyΓÇóComprises the use of photorefractive crystals to detect the modulated lightΓÇóImproves the overall spatial resolution of samples as compared to conventional approachesΓÇóWould be commercially useful for the following applications:o To provide information on blood volume/oxygen and thus metabolismo Medical imaging of tissue samples such as breast, fetus, brain, etc.o Mechanical and optical tissue characterizationo Dual wave imaging
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