用于内窥光学相干层析成像探头的小型化及焦深拓展技术

小型化探头是内窥光学相干层析成像(Optical coherence tomography,OCT)中的普遍需求。介绍了包括基于球透镜、光纤透镜、自聚焦光纤、自由曲面透镜、无透镜的OCT技术的发展历程,总结和比较了各种技术的优劣,为探头的小型化设计提出了建议。研究探头的焦深拓展技术对分辨人体内细胞的在体成像的发展具有重要意义。介绍了几种重要的适用于小型化探头的焦深拓展技术,其中基于模式干涉的探头由于易于制作、结构紧凑、传输效率高,同时具有可以优化工作距离、焦深和轴向光强均匀性的优点,在拓展小型化探头的焦深方面具有一定的发展潜力。     

Comment on “Delayed luminescence of biological systems in terms of coherent states” [Phys. Lett. A 293 (2002) 93]

Popp and Yan [F.A. Popp, Y. Yan, Phys. Lett. A 293 (2002) 93] proposed a model for delayed luminescence based on a single time-dependent coherent state. We show that the general solution of their model corresponds to a luminescence that is a linear function of time. Therefore, their model is not compatible with experimental delayed luminescence. Moreover, the functions that they use to describe the oscillatory behaviour of delayed luminescence are not solutions of the coupling equations to be solved.     

Optical data storage on protein using angular multiplexing

Diffractive data recording was investigated during recent years mainly by using holography, on a large range of materials. Every material that can be light modulated has advantages and disadvantages. But none of the advantages identified for using these investigated materials allows an effective optimal use for standard high-capacity data storing.We propose a new data recording method and process for data storage relying on the performances of doped protein material. We describe this material, its preparation and the storage process that we have validated experimentally. We demonstrated that data storage capacity can be effective on protein, opening stimulating perspectives. In this paper, we describe a way to operate analogic diffractive storage and retrieval.     

Measuring and tracking vitamin B12: A review of current methods with a focus on optical spectroscopy

Vitamin B12 deficiency has been associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline. This literature review explores the current methods available for measuring vitamin B12 in human blood, serum, and urine, and the need for a globally accepted reference range for vitamin B12. We present optical spectroscopy, including chemiluminescence measurements, absorption and fluorescence spectroscopy, surface plasmon resonance, and Raman spectroscopy, as a promising technique for detection and tracking of vitamin B12. Considerations for future research are highlighted, including enhancing the sensitivity of optical spectroscopy and prospective pathways to improve the reproducibility, selectivity, and speed of vitamin B12 detection.     

Application of femtosecond‐pulsed lasers for direct optical manipulation of biological functions

Absorption of photon energy by cells or tissue can evoke photothermal, photomechanical, and photochemical effects, depending on the density of the deposited energy. Photochemical effects require a low energy density and can be used for reversible modulation of biological functions. Ultrashort‐pulsed lasers have a high intensity due to the short pulse duration, despite its low average energy. Through nonlinear absorption, these lasers can deliver very high peak energy into the submicrometer focus area without causing collateral damage. Absorbed energy delivered by ultrashort‐pulsed laser irradiation induces free electrons, which can be readily converted to reactive oxygen species (ROS) and related free radicals in the localized region. Free radicals are best known to induce irreversible biological effects via oxidative modification; however, they have also been proposed to modulate biological functions by releasing calcium ions from intracellular organelles. Calcium can evoke variable biological effects in both excitable and nonexcitable cell types. Controlled stimulation by ultrashort laser pulses generate intracellular calcium waves that can modulate many biological functions, such as cardiomyocyte beat rate, muscle contractility, and blood–brain barrier (BBB) permeability. This article presents optical methods that are useful therapeutic and research tools in the biomedical field and discuss the possible mechanisms responsible for biological modulation by ultrashort‐pulsed lasers, especially femtosecond‐pulsed lasers.     

Bioactive Luminescent Silver Clusters Confined in Zeolites Enable Quick and Wash-Free Biosensing

The simultaneous capture and detection of biomolecules is crucial for revolutionizing bioanalytical platforms in terms of portability, response time and cost-efficiency. Herein, we demonstrate how the sensitivity to external stimuli and changes in the local electronic environment of silver clusters lead to an advantageous biosensing platform based on the fluorometric response of bioactive luminescent silver clusters (BioLuSiC) confined in faujasite X zeolites functionalized with antibodies. The photoluminescence response of BioLuSiC was enhanced upon immunocomplex formation, empowering a wash-free and quick biodetection system offering optimal results from 5 min. Proteins and pathogens (immunoglobulin G and Escherichia coli) were targeted to demonstrate the biosensing performance of BioLuSiC, and a human serum titration assay was also established. BioLuSiC will pave the way for innovative bioanalytical platforms, including real-time monitoring systems, point-of-care devices and bioimaging techniques.