The following are the research groups within the Center for Imaging Science that typically hire summer interns. In each case, a short description of the tasks you may perform is included. This is not an all-inclusive list – other tasks may be added from time to time. Training will be provided for these tasks as required. Please feel free to contact the individual(s) listed for more information about these groups and the nature of the interns’ responsibilities.
1. REMOTE SENSING
Known as the Digital Imaging and Remote Sensing (DIRS) group, these scientists are involved in collecting and analyzing images of the earth taken by specialized airborne or spaceborne cameras, usually for various environmental purposes. Students working in this area may be involved in “field collects” (ground-based measurements as sensors are flying overhead), cataloging or analysis of data, computer-based scene simulation, or other related tasks. Point of contact is Mr. Lon Smith (475-2521,
).
2. NANOIMAGING
Scientists in the Nano-Imaging Lab use imaging tools that are capable of exploring the nano level of materials -- elelcton and scanning probe microscopes. They also fabricate imaging devices using nanomaterials, as well as synthesize the nanomaterials. Students working in this lab get involved in one or more of these research areas. Point of contact is Professor Rich Hailstone (475-6306,
).
3. ULTRASOUND IMAGING
Ultrasound imaging research centers on the development of technologies (both hardware and software) that could potentially improve the ability of ultrasonic imaging devices to provide useful clinical information to physicians. Research in this area includes investigation of "non-contact" ultrasound systems, and techniques for analytically extracting meaningful data from ultrasonic “speckles”. Students working in this area may be involved in preparation of various samples for measurement, or the collection and processing of data from these samples. Point of contact is Dr. Maria Helguera (475-7053,
).
4. VISUAL PERCEPTION
Scientists in the Visual Perception Laboratory make use of eye-tracking devices to understand the subconscious visual “strategies” people use when performing various tasks. Research in this area includes an investigation of how people go about finding hidden objects in a cluttered scene, and experiments which provide insight on the specific elements of an image which are most important when a person assesses image quality. Students working in this area may be involved in collecting and preparing images for use in experiments, assisting with experiments involving human subjects, and cataloging data arising from such experiments. Point of contact is Dr. Jeff Pelz (475-2783,
).
5. MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING (MRI)
Magnetic resonance imaging is a method of creating images based on the fact that different materials respond differently at the atomic level to the presence of very strong magnetic fields. While MRI is often used to create images of the interior of the human body for the purpose of diagnosing and treating medcial problems, it also has non-clinical applications. Students working in this area may be involved in preparing samples of various materials for imaging, scanning the samples under prescribed conditions to produce images, and organizing collected date. Point of contact is Dr. Joe Hornak (475-2904,
).
6. ASTRONOMICAL IMAGING
RIT scientists are involved in capturing, processing, and analyzing images of astronomical objects at various wavelengths to better understand stellar and galactic evolution. Specific research includes analysis of images of planetary nebulae (or dying stars) from satellites such as the Chandra X-ray Telescope and the Hubble Space Telescope. Students working in this area will help process and catalog these images for use in published research. Point of contact is Dr. Joel Kastner (475-7179,
)
