Biotechnology & Medical News
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My Flex Sig, Fiber Optics, And OCT
10/5/2023
Fiber optics are omnipresent in medicine, helping improve procedures and outcomes. Here we dig into one specific technology making use of fiber optics: optical coherence tomography. As a bonus, you also get to read about my flexible sigmoidoscopy, performed nearly 30 years ago and burned into my mind forever.
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24 Ways Biophotonics Improves Medical Imaging And Robotic Surgery
9/19/2023
Biophotonics, when applied to medical imaging or robotic surgery, significantly advances healthcare by offering a multifaceted approach to diagnosis, treatment, and surgery while improving patient care and outcomes.
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Hyperspectral Imaging’s Role In Life Sciences
8/28/2023
Hyperspectral imaging is a rapidly developing technique with a multitude of spectral imaging systems having been explored over the last few decades. These systems are being researched for their potential use in the life sciences industry.
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Remote Photonic Radar System Can Accurately Monitor Breathing
7/12/2023
Scientists at Sydney Nano and the School of Physics have developed a photonic radar system capable of delivering contactless, high-definition detection of vital signs. This technology has the potential to be utilized in intensive care units and nursing homes, and for individuals who suffer from sleep apnea or babies with breathing difficulties.
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Fiber Optics, Endoscopy, And The Future
7/6/2023
In the field of complex medical instruments and procedures, the use of fiber optics has become crucial in creating new and advanced sensors. These sensors have the potential to enhance the precision and accuracy of machinery, including automated surgical robots.
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Environmental Sensors: Where And How They’re Being Used
5/2/2023
Environmental sensors, spurred on by the rapidly developing Internet of Things, are becoming better at evaluating soil chemical composition, water purity, air quality, and more. They are also being used in more unique ways, both personally and by industry.
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Bright Ideas — Quantum Imaging, Single Photons On A Chip, A Lattice With Properties Never Seen Before, And More
2/22/2023
Bright Ideas presents the most captivating news and innovations in optics and photonics. This week, we look at what’s happening with SPIE and Optica, explore nanophotonics, say hello to Eindhoven, and more.
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Quantum Computing Is Mainstreaming But Are We Ready For It?
1/24/2023
Quantum computing is relatively new but is growing by leaps and bounds. Currently, there are more than 600 companies and more than 30 national labs and government agencies worldwide that are developing the technology. Its future’s so bright it’s got to wear shades – but are we ready for its inevitable rise?
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Bright Ideas — “Optrodes” Could Revolutionize Prosthetics, Luminar Lidar Hits Production
11/9/2022
Bright Ideas presents the most captivating news and innovations in optics and photonics. This week, NASA finally pins down a launch date for Artemis I Moon Mission, Luminar lidar hits the production lines, "optrodes" signal possible shift in development of prosthetic limbs.
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Bright Ideas — NIF Celebrates 1 Year Since 1.4 MJ Achieved, Laser-Mounted Strykers Headed For Fort Sill
8/17/2022
Bright Ideas presents the most captivating news and innovations in photonics. This week, three new peer-reviewed papers chronicle the journey and incredible results of the National Ignition Facility's Aug. 8, 2021 shot that generated 1.3 megajoules. Plus, Army Stryker vehicles affixed with 50-kW lasers will soon be en route to a Midwest air defense battery, and DARPA picks 11 teams to enable LEO-based optical communications terminal.