Aurora is a handheld device that detects melanoma and other cancers by analyzing 16 parameters of light polarization reflected from the skin with just a single image. Aurora is paving the way for possible future mobile diagnosis, democratizing skin care access.
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world. Access to dermatologists is limited. Aurora provides the first mobile estimates of skin cancer diagnosis, with just a single image.
Aurora’s cutting-edge design allows for fast, real-time skin cancer diagnostics in a handheld form. By capturing 16 polarization parameters in a single image, it delivers immediate results without the need for multiple scans or invasive procedures, making it a revolutionary tool in early cancer detection.
Aurora's metaoptic lens employs technology similar to what’s used in smartphone cameras, making it not only powerful but also cost-effective and easily integrable into everyday devices. This democratizes access to advanced diagnostics, particularly in underserved or remote areas.
Aurora integrates a logical neural network (LNN) to enhance both the accuracy and transparency of its skin cancer diagnostic process, completely eliminating black box issues.
Weighing less than an iPhone, Aurora’s compact design makes it ideal for use in both clinical settings and space missions.
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Aurora: The next step for in-vivo skin cancer diagnosis
University of Rochester
Bereket Temesgen
Comparing current state-of-the-art Stokes Polarimetery with Auroras Mueller Polarimetry. Aurora provides the portability of Stokes camera with full Mueller matrix coverage.
