Med-IPUT is developing advanced ultrasound transducer arrays, leveraging integrated photonic technologies for enhanced medical imaging and diagnostics.
Med-IPUT is a cutting-edge project dedicated to developing advanced ultrasound transducer arrays based on integrated photonic technologies. The project’s primary focus is to improve image resolution, sensitivity, and diagnostic accuracy, paving the way for next-generation medical imaging solutions and enhanced patient care.
The increase in sensitivity will enable an increased penetration depth by a factor 2 and a 100-fold reduction of the peak pressures. It also reduces the required laser power for photoacoustics by two orders of magnitude.
Discover the groundbreaking publications and accomplishments arising from Med-IPUT’s unique interdisciplinary approach, addressing the challenges in ultrasound and photoacoustic imaging through an innovative work plan. Our project combines the expertise of researchers and industry partners in medical imaging, optics, and material science to create novel imaging techniques that significantly improve diagnostic capabilities. With the development of integrated photonic ultrasound transducer arrays and read-out units, Med-IPUT aims to redefine ultrasound and photoacoustic imaging, making it more accessible, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. Explore the wealth of knowledge and progress achieved through our research and collaboration, as we strive to revolutionize the medical imaging landscape.
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The Med-IPUT Consortium brings together a multidisciplinary group of leading academic institutions, research organizations, and industry partners. Our collective expertise spans ultrasound and photoacoustic imaging, integrated photonics, materials science, and medical devices. By working together, we are accelerating the development and validation of innovative imaging solutions for improved cancer diagnosis and treatment monitoring.
Med-IPUT aims to revolutionize medical imaging by developing advanced ultrasound and photoacoustic imaging technologies. The project is creating a new generation of ultrasound imaging sensors that are more accurate, cost-effective, and safer for patients.
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 101092947, and from the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI) under contract number 22.00512
