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arxiv: 2605.29551 · v1 · pith:T5QMANKZnew · submitted 2026-05-28 · ⚛️ physics.optics

STEPIC: High-Speed Imaging via Spatio-Temporal Encoding in Photonic Integrated Circuits

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High-speed imaging of cells in flow is essential for probing cellular heterogeneity in large populations. Existing imaging approaches based on single-pixel detection and spatio-temporal encoding provide exceptional speed, but typically rely on bulky free-space optics, long dispersive elements, and are prone to alignment instabilities. Here, we introduce STEPIC Microscopy, the first fully integrated on-chip system for high-speed imaging via spatio-temporal encoding in photonic integrated circuits. Our platform leverages waveguides, splitters, fiber delay-lines, and 3D optical remappers to encode spatial information into the temporal domain, enabling robust image reconstruction of cells flowing through microchannels. The monolithic architecture provides a compact and robust platform for high-throughput bioimaging, enabling scalable and practical implementations of ultrafast imaging systems.

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