technology

Adaptor for Standard Fundus and Fluorescein Angiography

Sector

Ophthalmic and optical devices

Development Phase

Working prototype

Description

Ophthalmic and optical devices

A digital single lens reflex adaptor for fluorescein angiography imaging that can be attached to any digital camera and provide an inexpensive alternative for imaging both the anterior and posterior segments of the eye. The adaptor has the potential to drastically cut the total cost of ophthalmic diagnostic imaging. This innovative adaptor could revolutionize the digital imaging of the eye in animals and humans.

Lead Investigator(s)

Chris Pirie, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University

Key Publication

Pirie, C. et al. J Visual Comm Med (2011), 34:146–155

Milestones

US Patent 8,926,094 issued 01/06/2015

Contact

Martin Son