Biometrics - Science of Innovation

The video discusses the significance of biometrics in security, highlighting its advantages over traditional identification methods. It covers the role of funding in biometrics research, particularly through CITeR, and explores the potential of the sclera as a biometric trait. The development of algorithms for feature extraction and matching is detailed, emphasizing the stability of blood vessels in the sclera. The video concludes with the commercialization of this research through EyeVerify and the importance of continuous innovation in solving old problems.

What findings did Ross and Derakhshani discover regarding the similarity of images in biometric recognition?

Explain the significance of the patent filed by Ross and Derakhshani.

What innovative thinking is necessary for solving old problems in biometrics?