UCLA Develops Breakthrough in 3D Quantitative Phase Imaging Technology

UCLA researchers have revolutionized 3D quantitative phase imaging (QPI) with a new wavelength-multiplexed diffractive optical processor, enhancing imaging efficiency and speed for biomedical diagnostics, material characterization, and environmental analysis. This breakthrough enables label-free imaging, preserving sample integrity while offering high-resolution insights across multiple planes, crucial for studying complex biological structures.