Lena (CASA logo)

Lena is a widely recognized image used in the field of image processing and computer vision, often associated with the Computer and Automated Systems Association (CASA) logo. The image features a woman, originally taken from a 1972 issue of a magazine. It has become a standard test image for algorithms and software development in visual computing. While it serves practical purposes in technology, the use of Lena has sparked discussions about ethics, representation, and the significance of how we select images in research, emphasizing the need for inclusivity and sensitivity in scientific communities.