Even though many crustaceans are known to use acoustic communication for life history strategies such as feeding and mating, the mechanisms involved in there sound sensing are still largely unknown. We are using phase sensitive megahertz A-scan rate optical coherence tomography to visualize the mechanical responses of the crustaceans mechano-sensitive organs to external acoustic stimuli. This will shine a light on the sound sensing capabilities of crustaceans and help us understand their acoustic communication and sensitivity to anthropomorphic noise.
PhD Student Tillmann Spellauge
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Associate Professor Frederique Vanholsbeeck
In addition to developing state-of-the-art imaging capabilities, Frederique has successfully worked towards improving the OCT technique. In particular the development of original signal processing methods using OCT to identify tissues of different natures, adding a layer of functional information to the structural image. Visit the link to contact Frederique.
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