Smartphone Microscope

Smartphone microscopy leverages the ubiquitous nature of smartphones to create portable and affordable microscopes, aiming to improve accessibility and expand the reach of microscopy in various fields. Current research focuses on enhancing image quality and functionality through advanced optical designs, deep learning algorithms (like diffusion models and contrastive domain adaptation) for image analysis and object detection, and integration with robotic systems for automated control and analysis. This technology holds significant promise for applications ranging from industrial inspection and medical diagnostics in resource-limited settings to advancing research in fields like single-cell analysis and material science.