Interaction of light with tissues: A hyper-spectral approach (2021-2024)
Abstract
This project aims to address an important problem of noncontact assessment of tissue including skin and cartilage. By using extremely wide spectrum between the terahertz and the near infrared the effects of scattering and absorption arising from the variation of tissue properties from macro- to nano-scale will be explored. Spatial variations of tissue properties will be addressed in model and experiment by combining spectroscopy with the novel terahertz and mid-infrared Scanning Near field Optical Microscopy. The outcomes will advance fundamental understanding of light interaction with multi-layered tissues. This will provide a tool for advancing bioengineering research, terahertz technology, and development in biomedical devices.
