3D Mapping of the skin

Researchers at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have built a portable imaging device, relying on a 1.5v battery, that can reveal the 3D structure of skin for mapping.  “The recorded skin maps reach a μm-level resolution and are proved to be capable of recognition, enhancement, and reproduction of surface outlines of various skin topographies, subsequently assisting dermatological diagnosis. The technique can precisely record skin surface morphology and reflect the vertical dimension information within 10 min and is aimed to assist dermatologists working with patients suffering from skin diseases via recording or monitoring the skin surface conditions.”   MORE

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