Christian Viehland
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About
Christian Viehland is a leading researcher at the intersection of biomedical optics and robotics, whose work is transforming ophthalmic imaging. His primary research areas include optical coherence tomography (OCT), robotic-assisted imaging, and real-time 3D sensing. Viehland’s major contributions center on making OCT accessible and autonomous. He pioneered the development of a robotic OCT scanner that can perform contactless imaging of freestanding individuals, automatically compensating for subject motion, gaze, and defocus—a breakthrough that eliminates the need for patient cooperation and operator intervention. His most-cited work, "Contactless optical coherence tomography of the eyes of freestanding individuals with a robotic scanner" (53 citations), exemplifies this impact. Additionally, he advanced real-time wide-field 3D imaging with a spectral-scanning FMCW system capable of 33 Hz depth mapping over a 48° × 68° field of view. Viehland’s recent review, "New Directions for Ophthalmic OCT," highlights his role in shaping the future of handheld, surgical, and robotic OCT. His innovations promise to expand OCT’s reach from clinics to operating rooms and even home care, making high-quality eye diagnostics more accessible than ever.
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- 3New Directions for Ophthalmic OCT – Handhelds, Surgery, and Robotics9 citations · 2025
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