Shrimp's eyes inspire new cancer-detecting camera

By Cameron Atfield
Updated October 6 2014 - 10:08am, first published September 24 2014 - 7:14am
Mantis shrimp eyes have inspired Queensland cancer researchers.. Photo: Roy Caldwell
Mantis shrimp eyes have inspired Queensland cancer researchers.. Photo: Roy Caldwell
Mantis shrimp eyes are inspiring the design of new cameras that can detect a variety of cancers. Photo: Roy Caldwell
Mantis shrimp eyes are inspiring the design of new cameras that can detect a variety of cancers. Photo: Roy Caldwell

Shrimps' eyes have been revealed as the latest weapon against cancer as their unique vision is set to be adapted to diagnostic cameras.

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