title: Localization of an absorbing inhomogeneity in a scattering medium in a statistical framework.
abstract: An approach for the fast localization and detection of an absorbing inhomogeneity in a tissuelike scattering medium is presented. The probability of detection as a function of the size, location, and absorptive properties of the inhomogeneity is investigated. The detection sensitivity in relation to the source and detector location serves as a basis for instrument design.
authors.affiliation: School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907-2035, USA.
authors.forename: Guangzhi
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Cao
authors.forename: Vaibhav
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Gaind
authors.forename: Charles A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Bouman
authors.forename: Kevin J
authors.initials: KJ
authors.lastname: Webb