Photoacoustic Imaging Research Lab

We are developing clinically translatable applications of novel ultrasound-mediated imaging approaches.

Today’s health care climate calls for medical technology that provides a safe, inexpensive, patient-specific and point-of care diagnostic and therapeutic solution.

Ultrasound-mediated imaging technologies, such as photoacoustic (PA) or elasticity imaging, allow clinicians to probe a patient’s specific molecular composition, permit assessment of tissue viscoelasticity or afford unprecedented contrast for real-time image-guided therapy. Ultrasound-mediated imaging solutions can be provided at a price point, convenience and operating ease that permits bedside utilization or straightforward intraoperative integration.

Consequently, I have focused my research program on clinically translatable photoacoustic-ultrasonic (PAUS) and acoustic radiation force (ARF)-based elasticity imaging technologies. Specifically, I am investigating novel uses of PAUS and ARF-based imaging in the detection, assessment and treatment of cancer.