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Introduction and objectives: In the laboratories of microbiology, slides with histological sections of tissues affected by parasites are used frequently, which can break easily due to constant manipulation. Moreover, a large number of students observe only the microscopic field selected by the instructor and do not have the possibility of reviewing the microscopic pathophysiological alterations in the organs. The introduction of robotic microscopes, capable of scanning and digitizing complete slides, is an alternative to to achieve more dynamic practical activities for those who assist as learners in the 21st century. Unlike conventional digital image files that feed virtual classrooms, which typically display a single view, Whole Slide Imaging (WSI) files are formatted as multi-resolution pyramids that allow real-time viewer performance to be optimized and the images can be easily shared over the Internet. The objective of this study was to evaluate the appreciation of medical students in relation to the use of WSI in the context of two cases raised for their approach during parasitology laboratory practices. Methods: Medical students from the 5th to the 10th semester were evaluated, after digitizing two histopathological sections that are part of the collection of parasite biopsies from the Microbiology course, and a clinical application was proposed for each case. Indications for use, clinical application scenarios, and WSIs were sent by email. Likewise, an instrument for measuring and collecting information (online survey) was applied that used the Likert scale with a weighting range between 1 and 5, to evaluate the quality of the digitized photographs and the behavior and functionality of the tool to each learner. Results: Sixty percent of the students evaluated with very easy (1) to open, zoom and scroll through the WSI; 60% with easy (2) to find and identify the parasite; and 80% were interested in learning how to handle the tool. Conclusions: The Whole Sheet Image (WSI) files were rated very highly quantitatively by the students who participated in the study and generated increasing interest for their future use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The implementation of a project such as the Industrial Land Map will require a high dose of coordination among the stakeholders, as well as the correct choice of data formats and technological platforms that support it. The concept of Smart Digital Reality is proposed, an important pillar in Hexagon's strategy, to bridge the gap between reality and digital. It will be necessary to capture information with sensors that include LIDAR and panoramic images, which by means of software tools will generate 3D models such as BIM. The next step will be to have a data management platform that centralizes and normalizes the information captured to make it available to the ecosystem. Finally, the information will be accessible through data visualization and analysis applications that offer very high performance, and the application of Artificial Intelligence techniques for its analysis. Hexagon bets on its Hexagon Digital Reality platform to support this project. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

he project here presented is the result of the collaboration established between the Laboratory DAda Lab (Drawing and Architecture DocumentAction Laboratory) of the University of Pavia and the Laboratory SMlab (Survey and Modeling Lab of Architectural Heritage) of the University of Granada, together with the invaluable support received from the Board of the Alhambra El proyecto que aquí se presenta es fruto de la colaboración establecida entre el Laboratorio DAda Lab (Drawing Architecture DocumentAction Laboratory) de la Universidad de Pavía y el Laboratorio SMlab (Survey and Modelling Lab of Architectural Heritage) de la Universidad de Granada, junto al inestimable apoyo recibido por parte del Patronato de la Alhambra y el Generalife. Numerosos profesores e investigadores han participado en este proyecto multidisciplinar que tomando como referente el Palacio del Generalife, se propuso una reflexión teórica y práctica del levantamiento arquitectónico digital, que ha permitido confrontar los distintos formatos de datos tridimensionales en cuanto a su capacidad para ser interpretados en el proceso de conservación y gestión del patrimonio arquitectónico. Las experiencias and the Generalife. Several professors and researchers have participated in this multidisciplinary project that, using the Generalife as a test, proposed a theoretical and practical methodology about the digital architectural survey, which has allowed to compare the different three-dimensional data formats in terms of their capacity to be interpreted in the process of conservation and management of architectural heritage. The experiences obtained in the different survey processes were completed with a rigorous historical analysis of the formal and constructive evolution of the Generalife, from which it has been possible to carry out the subsequent critical assessment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: characterization of radiochromic film EBT2 (RF-EBT2) with three different optical systems (OS): scanner, spectrophotometer and laser. Material and methods: the RF-EBT2 films were irradiated at different dose levels with a linear accelerator of a nominal energy of 6 MV and analyzed with three different OS. The film characterization consists of calibration curves, absorption and polarization spectrum. Results: in the analysis of absorption spectrum, it was found two absorptions peaks centered at 585 nm and 636nm, their positions are not dose dependent within the dose range studied. The optical density increases as the dose level increases. However, the increment depends on the wavelength at which it is measured. The polarization effect shows that change in optical density decreases as the dose increases. Finally, the calibration curve shows different sensitivity levels with each OS, nerveless the spectrophotometer presents higher film response. Conclusion: it is possible to use a spectrophotometer and a laser to analyze the response of RF-EBT2 with the advantage that the response of the film is orientation independent for these OS compared with a commercial flatbed scanner. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: characterization of radiochromic film EBT2 (RF-EBT2) with three different optical systems (OS): scanner, spectrophotometer and laser. Material and methods: the RF-EBT2 films were irradiated at different dose levels with a linear accelerator of a nominal energy of 6 MV and analyzed with three different OS. The film characterization consists of calibration curves, absorption and polarization spectrum. Results: in the analysis of absorption spectrum, it was found two absorptions peaks centered at 585 nm and 636nm, their positions are not dose dependent within the dose range studied. The optical density increases as the dose level increases. However, the increment depends on the wavelength at which it is measured. The polarization effect shows that change in optical density decreases as the dose increases. Finally, the calibration curve shows different sensitivity levels with each OS, nerveless the spectrophotometer presents higher film response. Conclusion: it is possible to use a spectrophotometer and a laser to analyze the response of RF-EBT2 wíth the advantage that the response of the film is orientation independent for these OS compared with a commercial flatbed scanner. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The value of digital photogrammetry is being reassessed based on the use of automated methods which avoid the laborious production process and that meet the quality requirements photorealism demands. However, to what degree do its applications resemble the methods based on laser scanners? What are its strengths? What are its weaknesses? This article will attempt to answer these and other questions. Its approach is based on the comparison of process and result of two surveys performed using : both systems, photogrammetric and laser scanner. The results of the comparative analysis will be shown, concentrating especially on matters such as the reduction of time and cost, the difficulty involved both in the data gathering phase and in post-production, the accuracy and quality of the result and its suitability of applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Thanks to the Company APERIO Technologies Inc. of California an experience of Robotic Telepathology in the Laboratories of Pathology of the Federal University of Sao Paulo Medicine Schoolalinmvzl, Brazil; the British Hospital of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and the Institute of Pathology and Molecular Biology Arias-Stella of Lima, Peru, have been carried out. Acted as coordinator and consultant Dr. Juan Rosai of the Consulenze Center of Anatomic Oncologic Pathology, Italian Diagnostic Center (CDI). Methods: APERIO Company installed and trained for the handling of the equipment and maintained the SecondSlide™, power station of data, operative. Results: In a period of 5 months 69 cases were consulted. Conclusions: The experiment "SecondSlide™ Pilot Project" of APERIO was successful and the experience gained provided the necessary knowledge required to make SecondSlide™ ready to operate worldwide. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]