| Abstract: The present invention relates to a biological probe structure, as well as
apparatuses, systems, and methods employing this structure. In particular
embodiments, the structure includes a hermetically sealed unit configured
to receive and transmit one or more optical signals. Furthermore, the
structure can be implanted subcutaneously and interrogated externally. In
this manner, a minimally invasive method can be employed to detect,
treat, and/or assess the biological target. Additional methods and
systems are also provided. |
| Filed: 6/25/2014 |
| Application Number: 14/314176 |
| This invention was made with Government support under Contract No. DE-NA0003525 awarded by the United States Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration. The Government has certain rights in the invention. |
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