The development of a low-cost device for myopia (nearsightedness) tracking
Guanghan Meng, Professor
Optometry
Closed. This professor is continuing with Fall 2025 apprentices on this project; no new apprentices needed for Spring 2026.
Myopia (nearsightedness) is the most prevalent eye condition worldwide, affecting a rapidly growing portion of the population and requiring regular monitoring of eye health in both children and adults. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a widely adopted imaging technology for diagnosing ocular diseases and monitoring eye health. However, the high cost of current OCT systems limits their use in community settings. To address this barrier, we are developing improved integration of OCT hardware and software, with the goal of reducing system costs while maintaining diagnostic performance. This work aims to make OCT more affordable and accessible for community healthcare.
Role: The proposed undergraduate research project focuses on enhancing C++ software for real-time control and image processing of established OCT hardware. The work requires a solid foundation in programming (preferably in C++) and an eagerness to learn about hardware–software integration. Through this project, the student will gain hands-on experience in biomedical imaging, scientific programming, signal and image processing, and real-time system development.
Qualifications: Experience with C++ programming
Curiosity and motivation to learn
Strong work ethic
Day-to-day supervisor for this project: Xue Dong, Post-Doc
Hours: 9-11 hrs
Related website: https://guanghanmeng.com/
Biological & Health Sciences Engineering, Design & Technologies