Towards a single shot holographic diagnosis of Schistosomiasis haematobium

Large scale, highly sensitive and specific diagnostic tools are needed to eliminate the transmission of schistosomiasis. This report expands upon the novel approach from M. Hoeboer and P.M. Nijman. Their Smart Optical Diagnostic Of Schistosomiasis device (SODOS), combining the principles of flow cytometry and digital holography, was able to...

Fuel Cell Drone for Soil Monitoring

We have set out to develop a drone, based on the existing Delftacopter, capable of soil monitoring via LiDAR remote sensing. The battery was to be replaced by a fuel cell system in order to extend the range threefold to 180km. Unfortunately, the ultimate design is likely unfeasible. Agriculture requires healthy soil and monitoring soil health is...

Towards real-time identification of brain tumors by integrating diffuse reflectance spectroscopy in a neurosurgical instrument

Brain tumors account for approximately just 2% of all cancers worldwide, but have a noticeable impact on cancer morbidity and mortality. Removal of brain tumors poses a big challenge for neurosurgeons, pediatricians and neuro-oncologists. An important aspect of this challenge is to adequately differentiate between tumor tissue and healthy brain...