Synthesis of a poly(vinyl alcohol) cryogel optical phantom of the male pelvis

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Biophotonics is an emerging field in biological sciences that uses light to study tissue, with end uses in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Advances in this field will benefit from realistic models that mimic the mechanical (elastic) and optical (how it scatters and absorbs light) properties of body tissues. At present, very simple models are used to test new technologies, or studies are done on animals or people. Our research program seeks to develop new materials that address the need for better tissue models to support further technology development.