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Development of neural network reconstruction algorithm for optical brain imaging
We recently built first-in-class time-domain near-infrared optical tomography system (TD NIROT). It is has a hand-held design, and can be used in neonatal ICU. Now, we are looking for a new fast image reconstruction technique, which combines a finite element method (FEM) and a neural network.
You will analyse the state-of-the-art reconstruction process in NIROT and investigate the ways to facilitate it with the focus on neural network. With the current deterministic approach, it takes 10-15 minutes to produce a tomogram. Our goal is to reduce this time to 1 min.
This project is the first step in a cascade of research. The ultimate goal is to develop new reconstruction algorithm that enables real-time optical tomography, which is hardly needed in neonatal intensive care, and will improve (and save) lives of thousands yearly born extreme preterms.
The project is hosted by Biomedical Optics Research Laboratory (BORL), Dept. of Neonatology, University Hospital Zurich. The lab has an expertise in NIRS and NIROT, including clinical applications. Since we are part of the hospital, we offer insights into clinical everyday life and the true needs of clinicians. In addition, we are an interdisciplinary team with a great spirit that offers you an exciting environment.
You will analyse the state-of-the-art reconstruction process in NIROT and investigate the ways to facilitate it with the focus on neural network. With the current deterministic approach, it takes 10-15 minutes to produce a tomogram. Our goal is to reduce this time to 1 min. This project is the first step in a cascade of research. The ultimate goal is to develop new reconstruction algorithm that enables real-time optical tomography, which is hardly needed in neonatal intensive care, and will improve (and save) lives of thousands yearly born extreme preterms. The project is hosted by Biomedical Optics Research Laboratory (BORL), Dept. of Neonatology, University Hospital Zurich. The lab has an expertise in NIRS and NIROT, including clinical applications. Since we are part of the hospital, we offer insights into clinical everyday life and the true needs of clinicians. In addition, we are an interdisciplinary team with a great spirit that offers you an exciting environment.
Pave new ways for semi-real-time TD NIROT tomogram reconstruction.
Pave new ways for semi-real-time TD NIROT tomogram reconstruction.
Alexander Kalyanov
email: alexander.kalyanov@usz.ch
tel.: 043 253 3031
Alexander Kalyanov email: alexander.kalyanov@usz.ch tel.: 043 253 3031