Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei Li, Gabriele S. Kaminski Schierle, Bingfu Lei, Yingliang Liu, Clemens F. Kaminski
Summary: Super-resolution imaging techniques have become popular for visualizing cellular structures with nanometric resolution. This review focuses on the use of fluorescent nanoparticles (NPs) as bright and photostable probes for super-resolution imaging. The review provides an overview of different super-resolution methods, discusses their demands on the properties of fluorescent NPs, and reviews the features, strengths, and weaknesses of each NP class. The future outlook and opportunities in material science for the development of probes for multiplexed subcellular imaging with nanometric resolution are also discussed.
Article
Optics
Zhencong Xiong, Wenjun He, Wenbo Wang, Yuegang Fu
Summary: Conventional lens imaging systems use lenses to focus incident rays, while a lensless imaging system uses a mask to project the rays. Lensless systems are thin, lightweight, and inexpensive, but they require specific decoding algorithms for the heavily overlapped images. We propose a decoding algorithm called Fourier-ADMM to rapidly unwrap the overlapped images and suppress diffraction from tiny holes. Based on this algorithm, a lensless imaging system is proposed, achieving super-resolution and providing users with additional options for robust, high-resolution, fast decoding without complicated calibration.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Emma J. Reid, Lawrence F. Drummy, Charles A. Bouman, Gregery T. Buzzard
Summary: This paper presents a Multi-resolution Data Fusion algorithm that accurately interpolates low-resolution electron microscope data. The algorithm utilizes small amounts of unpaired high-resolution data to train a neural network denoiser and incorporates a Multi-Agent Consensus Equilibrium problem formulation to balance the denoiser with a forward model agent for fidelity to measured data.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON COMPUTATIONAL IMAGING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei Lin, Gary C. H. Mo, Sohum Mehta, Jin Zhang
Summary: Super-resolution activity imaging currently does not consider the locations of collaborating regulators/effectors in living cells. The DrFLINC technique, based on the FLINC principle, utilizes nonfluorescent Dronpa to enhance fluorescence fluctuations, leading to the development of a superior red label and a next-generation activity sensor for context-rich super-resolution biosensing.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Physics, Applied
Wangqiao Chen, Hanbo Jiang, Xun Huang
Summary: This work presents a super-resolution acoustic imaging method that can invert the distribution, strength, and structure of sources in three-dimensional space. By utilizing the nonlinear coupling process between a low-frequency sound field and a high-frequency plane wave, this method overcomes the resolution limit. The reconstructed results with different source strengths and frequencies demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method, particularly for low-frequency source imaging. This method enhances the super-resolution analysis capability of acoustic imaging tests and provides deeper physical insights into various propulsion systems in underwater and aerospace systems.
APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Xiaoxiao Jiang, Lu Kong, Yu Ying, Qiongchan Gu, Jiangtao Lv, Zhigao Dai, Guangyuan Si
Summary: Super-resolution optical imaging has become a hot spot in promoting nanotechnology and biotechnology research by overcoming the diffraction limit. Graphene, with its unique properties, has emerged as a meritorious candidate in high-resolution imaging. This article summarizes the working principle of graphene-assisted imaging devices and reviews the recent advances in super-resolution optical imaging based on graphene for both near-field and far-field applications.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yutaka Kazoe, Kazuki Shibata, Takehiko Kitamori
Summary: This study successfully measured nanochannel flow using a new method, identified the optimal spherical aberration magnitude for enhancing spatial resolution, and confirmed that nanoparticles of specific diameters have minimal impact on defocusing images and spatial resolution.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ming-Ming Chen, Cong-Hui Xu, Wei Zhao, Hong-Yuan Chen, Jing-Juan Xu
Summary: The super-resolution ECLM technique allows for high-resolution imaging of single nanoparticles' catalytic activity, revealing surface characteristics of nanocatalysts. This technology has great potential applications in catalysis, biological imaging, and single-entity analysis.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zachary Hallenbeck, Esther A. Wertz
Summary: This work introduces a new technique that combines super-resolution microscopy with fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy to study the enhancement of single-molecule decay rate by plasmonic nanoparticles. The technique provides high spatial resolution and temporal resolution, allowing for a better understanding of the mechanisms of plasmon-enhanced emission.
ADVANCED OPTICAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chenxi Qian, Kun Miao, Li-En Lin, Xinhong Chen, Jiajun Du, Lu Wei
Summary: VISTA is a label-free superresolution method combining sample expansion and vibrational imaging, enabling high-resolution interrogation of protein-rich biological structures in cells and tissues, with a resolution down to 78 nm.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Optics
Lei Yuan, Qiang Ong, Hecong Liu, Kevin Heggraty, Weiwei Cai
Summary: This paper presents a super-resolution computed tomography imaging spectrometry (SRCTIS) technique by integrating the information obtained by a conventional CTIS system and a regular RGB camera, which improves the reconstruction accuracy and spatial resolution of CTIS. The unique information provided by the zero-order diffraction of the target scene is used for filtering to preserve edges and reduce artifacts. The multispectral image recovered is then mapped onto the RGB image and the spectral information is propagated to enhance the spectral resolution, achieving high spatial and spectral resolutions.
PHOTONICS RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Optics
Vasily N. Astratov, Yair Ben Sahel, Yonina C. Eldar, Luzhe Huang, Aydogan Ozcan, Nikolay Zheludev, Junxiang Zhao, Zachary Burns, Zhaowei Liu, Evgenii Narimanov, Neha Goswami, Gabriel Popescu, Emanuel Pfitzner, Philipp Kukura, Yi-Teng Hsiao, Chia-Lung Hsieh, Brian Abbey, Alberto Diaspro, Aymeric LeGratiet, Paolo Bianchini, Natan T. Shaked, Bertrand Simon, Nicolas Verrier, Matthieu Debailleul, Olivier Haeberle, Sheng Wang, Mengkun Liu, Yeran Bai, Ji-Xin Cheng, Behjat S. Kariman, Katsumasa Fujita, Moshe Sinvani, Zeev Zalevsky, Xiangping Li, Guan-Jie Huang, Shi-Wei Chu, Omer Tzang, Dror Hershkovitz, Ori Cheshnovsky, Mikko J. Huttunen, Stefan G. Stanciu, Vera N. Smolyaninova, Igor I. Smolyaninov, Ulf Leonhardt, Sahar Sahebdivan, Zengbo Wang, Boris Luk'yanchuk, Limin Wu, Alexey V. Maslov, Boya Jin, Constantin R. Simovski, Stephane Perrin, Paul Montgomery, Sylvain Lecler
Summary: This article presents the current state of development in label-free super-resolution imaging, discusses the limitations and challenges in breaking the classical diffraction limit, and proposes new techniques and methods. It brings together researchers from the physics and biomedical optics communities to provide a vision for the future development of label-free super-resolution imaging.
LASER & PHOTONICS REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Duyen Thi Nguyen, Seohyun Mun, HyunBum Park, Uidon Jeong, Geun-ho Kim, Seongsil Lee, Chung-Sam Jun, Myung Mo Sung, Doory Kim
Summary: The increase in the number and complexity of process levels in semiconductor production has driven the need for new measurement methods that can evaluate fine patterns and simultaneously detect nanoscale contaminants or defects. This study successfully imaged semiconductor nanostructures as small as 30 nm and detected individual 20 nm-diameter contaminants using the STORM technique. The study demonstrates the potential of STORM for nanoscale metrology and defect inspection in semiconductor integrated circuits.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Kenny K. H. Chung, Zhao Zhang, Phylicia Kidd, Yongdeng Zhang, Nathan D. Williams, Bennett Rollins, Yang Yang, Chenxiang Lin, David Baddeley, Joerg Bewersdorf
Summary: Two-color fluorogenic DNA-PAINT introduces self-quenching probes, improving imaging speed 26-fold without the need for optical sectioning.
Review
Optics
Chuankang Li, Vannhu Le, Xiaona Wang, Xiang Hao, Xu Liu, Cuifang Kuang
Summary: The emergence of optical super-resolution imaging has advanced biological research at the nanoscale level, overcoming the constraints of diffraction limit in conventional far-field optical imaging. Recent advancements in techniques have addressed the weaknesses of existing super-resolution modalities in biological applications, focusing on enhancing system resolution, background suppression, and reducing complexity. The modification of factors such as hardware, light path, fluorescent probe, and algorithm has led to the development of cost-effective and flexible imaging tools like the subtraction technique.
LASER & PHOTONICS REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Optics
Fei Suo, Jinchao Tong, Landobasa Y. M. Tobing, Weijun Fan, Zhengji Xu, Dao Hua Zhang
Article
Optics
Fei Suo, Jinchao Tong, Xiren Chen, Zhengji Xu, Dao Hua Zhang
Summary: This study introduces a photon-trapping holearray structure integrated in a heterostructure, which enhances photoresponse in both near- and mid-infrared regions, providing a promising approach for high-efficiency polarization-independent photoelectric conversion.
Article
Optics
Hao Zhou, Lin Zhang, Jinchao Tong, Shaoteng Wu, Bongkwon Son, Qimiao Chen, Dao Hua Zhang, Chuan Seng Tan
Summary: Au-hole array and Au-GeSn grating structures were designed and incorporated in GeSn metal-semiconductor-metal photodetectors for enhanced photo detection at 2 µm. Both plasmonic structures are beneficial for effective optical confinement near the surface due to surface plasmon resonance, contributing to an enhanced responsivity.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shun Han, Hao Xia, YouMing Lu, Sirong Hu, DaoHua Zhang, Wangying Xu, Ming Fang, WenJun Liu, PeiJiang Cao, DeLiang Zhu
Summary: The introduction of silver nanoparticles with different sizes can effectively modulate the peak UV response position of mixed-phase MgZnO thin films and greatly increase the sensitivity of the detector without affecting device speed.
Article
Optics
Jinchao Tong, Fei Suo, Tianning Zhang, Zhiming Huang, Junhao Chu, Dao Hua Zhang
Summary: A high-performance broad-band millimeter and terahertz wave detector based on nanogroove InSb array technology has been developed, offering room temperature operation, broad spectral band detection, and fast response times. The detector has wide applications in high-capacity communications, biological diagnostics, and other fields.
LIGHT-SCIENCE & APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Physics, Applied
Fei Suo, Jinchao Tong, Dao Hua Zhang
Summary: This study introduces a hole array structure for midwave infrared photodetectors to enhance optical trapping and improve photoresponse. Through the integration of InAsSb-based heterojunction photodiode with the symmetric hole array, the device achieves lower dark current, better absorption, and polarization-independent photoresponse, leading to a significant increase in detectivity without sacrificing response speed, thus enhancing optoelectrical conversion of photodetectors for widespread applications.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS D-APPLIED PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Landobasa Y. M. Tobing, Alana M. Soehartono, Aaron D. Mueller, Tomasz Czyszanowski, Ken-Tye Yong, Wei Jun Fan, Dao Hua Zhang
Summary: The article presents the first investigation of the CTP mode in top-down fabricated tall plasmonic nanostructures, demonstrating the conditional emergence of a hybrid dimer-CTP mode for highly specific surface sensing applications. The sensing performances of these modes are evaluated, showing significant surface sensitivity and figure-of-merit.
ADVANCED OPTICAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Landobasa Y. M. Tobing, Michal Wasiak, Dao Hua Zhang, Weijun Fan, Tomasz Czyszanowski
Summary: The study introduces a new transmission mechanism enabled by a metalMHCG structure to achieve near-unity optical transmission, eliminating light absorption and reflection issues typically seen on semiconductors. By inducing low-quality factor resonance in air gaps, the structure can achieve high transmission rates and is applicable for high refractive index materials in optoelectronics.
Article
Optics
Qiran Chen, Zhaojin Wang, Zhigang Song, Weijun Fan, Kai Wang, Munho Kim, Daohua Zhang
Summary: The research investigated the effect of the thickness of cesium lead halide perovskite CsPbBr3 nanoplatelets on their electronic structure and optical properties. It was found that as the thickness decreases, the bandgap increases and the band mixing becomes more significant, influencing the transition matrix element. Experimental and theoretical calculations showed that with an increase in injected carrier density, the maximum optical gain of thicker nanoplatelets saturates faster than thinner ones.
JOURNAL OF LUMINESCENCE
(2021)
Article
Optics
Lin Liu, Landobasa Y. M. Tobing, Tingting Wu, Bo Qiang, Francisco J. Garcia-Vidal, Dao Hua Zhang, Qi Jie Wang, Yu Luo
Summary: Strong light-matter interaction in 2D materials at the few-exciton level, characterized by fast coherent energy exchange between photons and excitons, is important for fundamental studies and quantum optical applications. This study demonstrates a strongly coupled gold dimer antenna with a sub-10 nm gap on a monolayer tungsten disulphide (WS2), showing a way to increase the number of excitons up to tenfold by varying the spatial mode overlap between the plasmonic field and the 2D material, with further tuning possible via plasmon-induced heating effects. These results represent progress towards quantum optical applications operating at room temperatures.
Article
Optics
Jinchao Tong, Heng Luo, Fei Suo, Tianning Zhang, Dawei Zhang, Dao Hua Zhang
Summary: This study reports the application of epitaxial indium antimonide on gallium arsenide for multiband photodetection in the infrared and millimeter/terahertz wave ranges. The detectors show strong responses and good performance at room temperature, making them promising for advanced uncooled multiband detection and imaging systems.
PHOTONICS RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiantian Zhang, Tianning Zhang, Luo Yan, Chao Zhu, Wanfu Shen, Chunguang Hu, Hongxiang Lei, Heng Luo, Daohua Zhang, Fucai Liu, Zheng Liu, Jinchao Tong, Liujiang Zhou, Peng Yu, Guowei Yang
Summary: This study fabricates a THz detector using a type-II Weyl semimetal (NbIrTe4), which shows excellent THz-detection performance due to the large tilting angle of Weyl nodes that improves photoresponsivity and mobility. The device also exhibits a giant intrinsic anisotropic conductance and THz response, both of which are record values.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Hao Zhou, Lin Zhang, Jinchao Tong, Shaoteng Wu, Qimiao Chen, Bongkwon Son, Dao Hua Zhang, Chuan Seng Tan
Summary: Au/GeSn grating structure was utilized in GeSn photodetectors to enhance optical absorption at 2μm, resulting in a 3x improvement in responsivity under TM-polarized illumination.
2021 CONFERENCE ON LASERS AND ELECTRO-OPTICS (CLEO)
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Landobasa Y. M. Tobing, Alana M. Soehartono, Aaron D. Mueller, Ken-Tye Yong, Weijun Fan, Dao Hua Zhang
Summary: Engineering the spectral lineshape of plasmonic modes through various electromagnetic couplings and mode interferences can significantly improve plasmonic sensing. A new approach is proposed to overcome the trade-off between bulk and surface sensitivities by combining near-field and far-field coupling in an intercalated 3-disk plasmonic crystal, achieving higher figure of merit and surface sensitivity. The design simplicity and high figure of merit highlight the potential of the 3-disk structure for a robust plasmonic sensing platform.
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Fei Suo, Jinchao Tong, Dao Hua Zhang
2020 CONFERENCE ON LASERS AND ELECTRO-OPTICS (CLEO)
(2020)
