Optical Imaging

Catalog description

Biophotonics and optical imaging concepts. Basic optics, light propagation in tissue, modern microscopy techniques, diagnostic use of lasers (optical biopsies, optical spectroscopy, optical imaging), thermal aspects of light-tissue interaction, therapeutic use of laser (laser ablation, photodynamic therapy, light-activated therapy), novel technologies and applications including optical molecular imaging. Includes microscopy facility tour and small lab experiments. Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level PHY 2410 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level PHY 2410L Minimum Grade of D