Seeing Like Mantis Shrimp to Spot Cancer

The video explores the unique vision of mantis shrimp, which can see polarized light, including circular polarized light, unlike humans. This ability has inspired researchers to develop a camera that mimics the shrimp's vision to detect cancer cells early. The camera uses stacked photoreceptors and polarization filters to identify cancerous tissues by their unique light scattering properties. This technology could improve early cancer detection, especially in procedures like colonoscopies, and is more affordable and accessible than current methods.

What unique ability of mantis shrimp is being explored for early cancer detection?

• Their ability to change colors

• Their ability to punch through glass

• Their ability to see polarized light

• Their ability to swim at high speeds

How many color receptors do mantis shrimp have compared to humans?

• 3

• 6

• 16

• 12

What type of light can mantis shrimp perceive that is difficult for humans to see?

• Infrared light

• Ultraviolet light

• Circular polarized light

• X-rays

How do mantis shrimp use circular polarized light?

• For camouflage

• For communication within their species

• For navigation

• For hunting prey

What inspired researchers to develop a new camera for cancer detection?

• The mantis shrimp's speed

• The mantis shrimp's ability to punch

• The mantis shrimp's diet

• The mantis shrimp's sophisticated eyesight

What is a key feature of the shrimp-inspired camera for detecting cancer?

• It is waterproof

• It is solar-powered

• It can detect sound waves

• It can detect circular polarized light

What advantage does the shrimp-inspired camera have over existing technologies?

• It requires more power

• It is smaller, lighter, and less expensive

• It is larger and heavier

• It is more expensive