Biomedical Photonic Technologies

Biomedical Photonic Technologies A state-of-the-art examination of biomedical photonic research, technologies, and applications

In Biomedical Photonic Technologies, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a methodical inquiry and evaluation of the latest developments in the field of biomedical photonics, with a focus on novel technologies, including optical microscopy, optical coherence tomography, fluorescence imaging-guided surgery, photodynamic therapy dosimetry, and optical theranostic technologies.

Each discussion of individual technologies includes examples of their contemporary application in areas like cancer therapy and drug delivery. Readers will discover the major research advancements in biomedical photonics from the last 20 years, ascertaining the basic principles of formation, development, and derivation of biomedical photonics phenomena at a variety of scales. Readers will also find:

A thorough introduction to advanced wide-field fluorescent microscopy for biomedicine Comprehensive explorations of fluorescence resonance energy transfer and optical coherence tomography for structural and functional imaging Practical exploration of coherent Raman scattering microscopy and biomedical applications, as well as fluorescence image-guided surgery Complete analyses of enhanced photodynamic therapy, optogenetics, and optical theranostics employing gold nanoparticles Perfect for biophysicists and applied physicists, Biomedical Photonic Technologies will also benefit bioengineers and biotechnologists in academia and in industry.