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Therapeutic Laser Applications (BA)

Bio-Medical Optics

Therapeutic Laser Applications

This group focuses on the use of lasers in surgery and in treatment of disease. This includes the use of lasers as surgical tools for tissue cutting, welding and coagulation, as well as the use of optics to initiate cell-damaging photochemical reactions for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

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Therapeutic Laser Applications (BA)

This group focuses on the use of lasers in surgery or in other treatments of disease. This includes the use of lasers as surgical tools for tissue cutting, welding and coagulation, as well as the use of optics to initiate cell-damaging photochemical reactions for the treatment of diseases such as cancer. In addition, optics, spectroscopy and imaging provide unique tools that may allow real-time diagnostics of the efficacy of clinical procedures. For many of these applications, the development of optical tools for appropriate light delivery, especially for fiber-based or endoscopic delivery to tissues that are not directly accessible, is critical. In addition, this group emphasizes basic science studies of the mechanisms by which light can affect tissue in adverse or therapeutic ways.

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The Therapeutic Laser Applications Technical Group is looking for OPTICA members to serve in the following position on it's executive committee. We are seeking volunteers for the following role:

Events Officer

Organize technical events, poster sessions, and networking opportunities at Optica meetings.
Identify potential topics and speakers for engaging discussions.
Work with the chair and other members to coordinate event logistics.

If you are interested in this role, apply by 30 March 2025 by completing this google form: https://forms.gle/bjQ53zLAqYo5BxLE6

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Connect with your fellow members of the Therapeutic Laser Applications Technical Group by joining our online communities:

Name	Affiliation	Title
Anine Crous	University of Johannesburg	Chair
Paromita Sarbadhikary	University of Johannesburg	Vice Chair
Brendon Roets	University of Johannesburg	Social Media Officer
Denise M Zezell	Nuclear and Energy Research Institute	Webinar Officer