DermaVision Technologies provides a handheld multispectral spectroscopy device that captures skin reflectance spectra to deliver an objective, quantitative estimate of bruise age across all skin tones. The system processes the spectral data with embedded algorithms to output a bruise‑age value and confidence interval in real time, and exports results for integration with forensic or medical records.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Forensic investigators and medical professionals rely on visual color guides to estimate bruise age, a method that is highly subjective and performs poorly on darker skin tones, leading to accuracy rates around 55% and limiting reliable evidence and patient care.
Solution
DermaVision Technologies offers a portable multispectral spectroscopy device that non‑invasively captures the reflectance spectrum of a bruise across all skin tones. By analyzing the spectral data, the system provides an objective, quantitative estimate of bruise age, independent of skin color. The device is designed for field use, enabling investigators and clinicians to obtain rapid measurements without laboratory equipment. Quantified bruise age data can be recorded and integrated into forensic reports or medical records, improving decision‑making in legal proceedings and patient treatment plans.
Target Audience
Primary users are forensic investigators handling assault cases and medical professionals (e.g., emergency physicians, dermatologists) who need reliable bruise‑age assessments for evidence documentation and patient monitoring.
Features
- Handheld multispectral sensor that records reflectance spectra from 400 nm to 800 nm directly on the skin
- Built‑in calibration routine to ensure consistent measurements across diverse skin tones
- Embedded algorithms that translate spectral signatures into a numeric bruise‑age estimate
- Real‑time display of results with confidence intervals for immediate interpretation
- Export of data in standard formats (CSV, JSON) for integration with forensic case management or electronic health record systems