Hamamatsu is to collaborate with AIxMed, a developer of software for digital cytology workflows, to evaluate the integration of AIxMed's ScanPilot with selected Hamamatsu NanoZoomer whole-slide scanner configurations for research and development workflows.
ScanPilot analyses digitised cytology slide images for predefined technical image-quality characteristics, identifies regions that may benefit from improved focus, and can propose focal points and rescan parameters for compatible configurations.
ScanPilot is designed to support technical image-quality assessment and scan workflow optimisation for digitised cytology slides. The software identifies blurry or out-of-focus regions and proposes focal points and scanning parameters for automatic rescanning.
"We are pleased to partner with AIxMed and add its expertise in cytology AI and workflow automation to our growing portfolio of digital solutions," said Robert Moody, Strategic Manager of Digital Pathology at Hamamatsu. "This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to integrating valuable capabilities that address the specific needs of our diverse customer base. Together, we will bring a differentiated urine cytology research workflow focused on improved image-quality and scan workflow automation."
"Cytology scanning still requires substantial manual quality checks, focus-point placement, and rescanning in many laboratories," said Samuel Chen, CEO of AIxMed. "ScanPilot is designed to support automation of those repetitive technical steps. Our current evaluations are focused on characterising workflow performance across defined slide types and supported scanner configurations. We are excited to work with Hamamatsu to bring this capability to cytology digitisation workflows."
ScanPilot is available for select NanoZoomer scanner configurations. Availability and permitted uses vary by jurisdiction and scanner configuration. To learn more, please visit www.aixmed.com.