3i technology definition
3i technology means an interconnected set of digital image and data processing methodologies, including but not limited to methodologies that encompass three domains common to imaging informatics: image processing, data mining, and rules generation through machine learning that enables automatic detection and decision-making. In the image processing domain, a component called Signature Mapping is used, which is a dynamic and iterative process, in which specifically designed algorithms impact image pixels that represent the target material in a way that causes these groups of related pixels to react in a unique collective way. This response-based reaction generates new groups of self classifying pixel features that result in a unique set of signatures for each material. The resulting “signature mapped” data, enables the implementation of a rich set of imaging tools that provide new clinical approaches to imaging (that can be used in medicine). These include image clarification and visualization, feature extraction, tissue characterization and quantification, disease detection, monitoring and staging.