Comparative Numerical Analysis of Astigmatism Tolerance in Bifocal, Extended Depth-of-Focus, and Trifocal Intraocular Lenses

Numerical Analysis Enhances Postoperative Visual Assessment and Optimization for Multifocal Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) Introduction and Research Background One of the main goals of cataract surgery is to achieve spectacle-free vision for patients. However, this goal is limited by two major challenges: loss of accommodative function and postoperative...

Neural Network Powered Microscopic System for Cataract Surgery

Neural Network Powered Microscopic System for Cataract Surgery

Neural Network-Powered Microsurgical System: Advancing Precision in Cataract Surgery Academic Context and Research Problem Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide. Phacoemulsification combined with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation has emerged as the primary treatment method. This approach not only significantly improves patients’ ...

Robotics and Optical Coherence Tomography: Current Works and Future Perspectives

The Combination of Optical Coherence Tomography and Robotics: Current Research and Future Perspectives Academic Background Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive, high-resolution optical imaging technique that has been widely used in the field of biomedical imaging since its invention. It provides micrometer-level visualization of tis...

Recording Dynamic Facial Micro-Expressions with a Multi-Focus Camera Array

High-Resolution Dynamic Facial Micro-Expression Capture: Innovations in Multi-Focus Camera Array Background and Research Issues Capturing high-quality dynamic facial images is of critical importance in various fields such as biomedicine, emotion recognition, disease diagnosis, surgical outcome evaluation, facial prosthetic design, and genetic featu...

Effects of Tactile Feedback in Post-Stroke Hand Rehabilitation on Functional Connectivity and Cortical Activation

Effects of Tactile Feedback in Post-Stroke Hand Rehabilitation on Functional Connectivity and Cortical Activation

A Neurofunctional Study of Tactile Feedback in Stroke Rehabilitation Based on fNIRS Academic Background Stroke is a common neurological condition that profoundly affects patients’ daily lives and quality of life. Among the various functional impairments caused by stroke, hand dysfunction is particularly notable, manifesting in decreased muscle stre...

Development of a Novel Label-Free Functional, Molecular, and Structural Imaging System Combining Optical Coherence Tomography and Raman Spectroscopy for In Vivo Measurement of Rat Retina

Development of a Novel Label-Free Functional, Molecular, and Structural Imaging System Combining Optical Coherence Tomography and Raman Spectroscopy for In Vivo Measurement of Rat Retina

A Revolution in Optical Imaging: Development of a Multimodal Retinal Imaging System Combining OCT and Raman Spectroscopy Research Background and Significance Accessing molecular information of retinal tissue is pivotal for the early diagnosis of ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. However, the current gold standard in retinal imaging—Optical...

Feasibility Using a Compact Fiber Optic Sagnac Interferometer for Non-Contact Soft Tissue Surface Mechanical Wave Speed Detection

Feasibility Using a Compact Fiber Optic Sagnac Interferometer for Non-Contact Soft Tissue Surface Mechanical Wave Speed Detection

Exploring the Potential of Fiber Optic Sagnac Interferometer in Non-Contact Elasticity Characterization of Soft Tissues Introduction The mechanical properties of soft tissues are critical to modern medicine and biomedical research. Understanding these properties provides significant insights into structural integrity and potential pathological cond...

Estimation of Heart Rate and Respiratory Rate by Fore-Background Spatiotemporal Modeling of Videos

A New Method for Estimating Heart Rate and Respiratory Rate from Videos Background and Research Motivation Heart rate (HR) and respiratory rate (RR) are critical physiological parameters reflecting cardiorespiratory functions. These metrics are widely used in medical, health monitoring, and psychological and behavioral studies. Traditionally, these...

Optical Coherence Tomography Guided Automatic Robotic Craniotomy Surgery Platform

Optical Coherence Tomography Guided Automatic Robotic Craniotomy Surgery Platform

Research Report on Automated Robotic Craniotomy Surgery System Background As the central organ of complex life activities, the brain governs all psychological and conscious processes, playing a crucial role in every aspect of life. Entering the 21st century, neuroscience has become one of the fastest-growing and most prominent fields, with animal m...

Development of Next Generation Low-Cost OCT Towards Improved Point-of-Care Retinal Imaging

Development of Next-Generation Low-Cost Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Systems: Advancing Retinal Imaging for Clinical Applications Academic Background Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive, high-resolution imaging technology widely used in ophthalmology, particularly for diagnosing retinal diseases. However, existing commercial ...