Digital Holographic Microscopy for Microorganism Analysis and Diagnostic Testing

Lead Research Organisation: University of Oxford
Department Name: Oxford Physics

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Description We have learned how bacteria swim in 3 dimensions when preparing to attach to a surface. This is importatn for understanding bio-fouling in particualr of medical devices.
Exploitation Route Others are using the 3D holographic tracking method to track swimming bacteria.
Sectors Education,Healthcare