PlaqSeg

Transform your bacteriophage research with PlaqSeg - the intelligent plaque detection and counting app designed for microbiology labs and phage researchers.

Key Features:

Automated Plaque Detection

• Advanced computer vision algorithms instantly identify and segment plaques

• Works directly from your phone camera or photo library

• Results in seconds, not minutes

ML Classification

• Trained CNN model filters false positives with 93%+ accuracy

• Adjustable confidence thresholds for precision control

• Continuously improving detection quality

Detailed Analytics

• Accurate plaque counting and statistics

• Size distribution analysis (area measurements)

• Circularity scoring for morphology studies

• PFU calculator for titer calculations

Export & Share

• Generate comprehensive CSV reports

• Export annotated images with overlay visualizations

• Complete analysis history tracking

• Easy data sharing for publications

Professional Controls

• Customizable detection parameters

• Manual editing: add or exclude plaques

• Fine-tune filters for your specific assays

• Works offline - no internet required

Tips for Best Results:

• Photograph petri dishes directly (not screens)

• Use dark, non-reflective backgrounds

• Ensure good, even lighting

• Hold camera parallel to dish surface

Perfect for:

• Phage therapy research

• Bacteriophage quantification

• Microbiology labs and courses

• Quality control in phage production

• Environmental phage studies

Developed by Leo Skingley at The Phage Collection Project

PlaqSeg is a research tool only; verify all results independently and do not use for clinical or diagnostic purposes.