Despite their premise of objectivity, neuroscience tools for physiological data collection,
such as electroencephalography and functional near-infrared spectroscopy, introduce racial …

Refractive index (RI) is a characteristic optical variable that controls the propagation of light
in the medium (eg, biological tissues). Basic research with the aim to investigate the RI of …

Degradable polymer matrices and porous scaffolds provide powerful mechanisms for
passive, sustained release of drugs relevant to the treatment of a broad range of diseases …

Significance Photoacoustic imaging (PAI) enables the visualization of optical contrast with
ultrasonic imaging. It is a field of intense research, with great promise for clinical application …

This book explores new ideas, concepts, and technologies such as dynamic thermal
imaging, thermal texture mapping, and thermal multispectral imaging commonly used in the …

Photothermal therapy (PTT) involves the application of normally benign light wavelengths in
combination with efficient photothermal (PT) agents that convert the absorbed light to heat to …

Photobiomodulation (PBM), also known as Low-level Laser Therapy (LLLT), involves the
use of light from a laser or light-emitting diode (LED) in the treatment of various disorders …

The capability of optical coherence tomography (OCT) to perform “optical biopsy” of tissues
within a depth range of 1 to 2 mm with micron-scale resolution in real time makes it a …

Aim: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of a 980nm diode laser for the treatment of benign
facial pigmented and vascular lesions, and in oral surgery. Materials and Methods: 20 …

A multi-spectral diffuse reflectance imaging method based on a single snap shot of Red-
Green-Blue images acquired with the exposure time of 65 ms (15 fps) was investigated for …