TED: The incredible cancer-detecting potential of photoacoustic imaging | Lei Li

The video discusses the prevalence of breast cancer and the limitations of current diagnostic methods like mammography. It introduces photoacoustic imaging as a promising new technology that offers clearer images and faster, non-invasive diagnostics. The speaker explains the science behind photoacoustic imaging and its potential applications, including cancer diagnosis and brain function mapping. The video also compares this technology with MRI and highlights its advantages. Finally, it explores the future possibilities of photoacoustic imaging in medical diagnostics and research.

What potential future application of photoacoustic imaging is mentioned regarding wearable technology?

How does photoacoustic imaging compare to traditional imaging methods like CT scans?

What personal motivation did the speaker have for pursuing research in biomedical optical imaging?