Optical polarization imaging

The temporal profiles of the parallel and perpendicular polarization components of a light pulse backscattered from a scattering medium are different. The depth of penetration into the tissue and depolarization of the backscattered light depend on the scattering and absorption characteristics of the...

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Published in:Applied optics (2004) 1997-01, Vol.36 (1), p.150-155
Main Authors: Demos, S G, Alfano, R R
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The temporal profiles of the parallel and perpendicular polarization components of a light pulse backscattered from a scattering medium are different. The depth of penetration into the tissue and depolarization of the backscattered light depend on the scattering and absorption characteristics of the tissue. Based on these facts, a novel technique is demonstrated for noninvasive surface and beneath-the-surface imaging of biological systems.
ISSN:1559-128X
DOI:10.1364/AO.36.000150