PearlCAM is the proprietary interface used to capture and analyze high-resolution images in the spectrum. Unlike visible light, NIR light can penetrate several centimeters into biological tissue, allowing for:

Before a new cancer drug or imaging agent can be tested on humans, it must be proven effective and safe in animal models. Systems like the LI-COR Pearl Trilogy provide the high-quality data required by regulatory bodies (like the FDA) to move a discovery from the lab to the clinic.

The subject is placed in the imaging chamber. PearlCAM software captures the NIR signal and overlays it on a standard grayscale "white light" image for anatomical context.

Because the imaging is non-invasive, researchers can scan the same animal over days or weeks. This reduces the number of animals needed for a study and provides a more accurate timeline of how a tumor grows or shrinks in response to treatment. 🛠 Features and Workflow