Biomedical optical spectroscopy and imaging; early cancer detection; laser-tissue interactions; nanotechnology; nano-photonics
The Biophotonics Laboratory's focus is on developing minimally invasive optical technologies for the diagnosis of disease, particularly for the early detection of cancer. Through the use of optical imaging and spectroscopic techniques, such as fiber based sensors and fluorescence imaging, the lab offers unique opportunities to dramatically improve the current standard of care in cancer. In addition, the lab actively studies the basic mechanisms of light-tissue interactions to understand light transport and develop novel imaging strategies. The laboratory is currently recruiting students to research topics in these areas. Please contact Dr. Tunnell for more information.