Confocal Microscopy

Confocal microscopy is a powerful imaging technique used to visualize biological structures with high resolution in three dimensions. Current research focuses on improving image quality through techniques like deep learning-based super-resolution and virtual staining, which digitally replicates traditional staining methods to enhance image interpretability. These advancements, along with the development of AI-driven analysis methods for automated image segmentation and the expansion of field-of-view using lens-free techniques, are significantly impacting biomedical research and clinical applications, particularly in dermatology and ophthalmology, by enabling more efficient and accurate diagnoses. The development of large, publicly available datasets is also crucial for training and benchmarking these advanced image processing techniques.