Photonics plays an increasing role in a variety of medical techniques and practices, including non-invasive diagnosis, advanced imaging and therapies. Examples include photodynamic cancer therapies, pulse oximetry, laser surgery, near infrared spectroscopy, optical coherence tomography, advanced microscopy or laser treatments in dermatology, to name just a few.

ICFO conducts research and development at the cutting-edge of biophotonics and nanophotonics, with a special focus on the variety of imaging modalities and techniques that aim at continuously breaking the limits of resolution (spatial and temporal). Ongoing programs include different advanced multiphoton and fluorescence techniques, single-molecule approaches, pioneering near-field nano-imaging, plasmonics and nano-antenna approaches, Raman imaging, photothermal imaging, diffuse optical imaging, among others. ICFO hosts also active programs in nanosurgery, neuro-intensive care monitoring, plasmonic oncology and dermatology.

ICFO collaborates with local hospitals, health care centers, biomedical research centers, Universities and corporations, acting as local BioPhotonics Hub. We organize the ICFO Light for Health Event, an opportunity to bring together the region’s BioPhotonics community. The event comprises lectures by renowned leaders of the field, lab tours, panels and discussions. For more information please contact .

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