QUANTUM ENHANCED IMAGING

QUANTUM ENHANCED IMAGING Quantum imaging leverages quantum correlations to introduce entirely novel imaging techniques, e.g., interaction-free imaging, non-line-of-sight telescope, multidimensional imaging; and to enhance existing imaging technology to attain resolutions beyond classical limits across a range of wavelengths, timescales, and length-scales, e.g., sub-shot-noise imaging, quantum lithography, quantum microscopy. The images produced are not only useful for medicine, military defense, and data storage for secure encrypted information, but also do the cutting-edge technologies related quickly claim forefront translation to industry. Medical Applications Quantum Microscope Light microscopes are indispensable to biotechnology and medicine. Limited by shot noise, better contrast increases with light intensity and brighter light could easily destroy biological specimens. Quantum microscopes taking advantage of entangled photons, sensitive photodetectors and machine learning offer gentler probe that can image classically concealed biological structure. A short list of applications ranges from studying the organization, and interaction of molecular building blocks, and their functional integration into cells, exploring living cells and tissues, optogenetic control of neural networks. Our R&D program for clinical benefits focuses on global medical diagnostic market. Quantum Tech: Quantum entanglement is a particular correlation that the identity is indivisible even when considerably spatially separated. A high-brightness entangled-photon beam achievable by concentrating light into ultra-short laser pulses statistically compels transmitted photons to arrive at a detector in a very orderly fashion. By doing so, the noise level is largely suppressed and an image with unparallel contrast starts to build up. Direct Societal Impact: Improved resolution, spectral coverage, and noise rejection of light … Continue reading QUANTUM ENHANCED IMAGING