@article{Jacucci:2019:10.1098/rsfs.2018.0050,
author = {Jacucci, G and Onelli, OD and De, Luca A and Bertolotti, J and Sapienza, R and Vignolini, S},
doi = {10.1098/rsfs.2018.0050},
journal = {Interface Focus},
pages = {20180050--20180050},
title = {Coherent backscattering of light by an anisotropic biological network.},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsfs.2018.0050},
volume = {9},
year = {2019}
}

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AB  - The scattering strength of a random medium relies on the geometry and spatial distribution of its components as well as on their refractive index. Anisotropy can, therefore, play a major role in the optimization of the scattering efficiency in both biological and synthetic materials. In this study, we show that, by exploiting the coherent backscattering phenomenon, it is possible to characterize the optical anisotropy in Cyphochilus beetle scales without the need to change their orientation or their thickness. For this reason, such a static and easily accessible experimental approach is particularly suitable for the study of biological specimens. Moreover, estimation of the anisotropy in Cyphochilus beetle scales might provide inspiration for improving the scattering strength of artificial white materials.
AU  - Jacucci,G
AU  - Onelli,OD
AU  - De,Luca A
AU  - Bertolotti,J
AU  - Sapienza,R
AU  - Vignolini,S
DO  - 10.1098/rsfs.2018.0050
EP  - 20180050
PY  - 2019///
SN  - 2042-8898
SP  - 20180050
TI  - Coherent backscattering of light by an anisotropic biological network.
T2  - Interface Focus
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsfs.2018.0050
UR  - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30603070
UR  - http://hdl.handle.net/10044/1/66580
VL  - 9
ER  - 

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