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A methodological leap in the exploration of memory

Researchers have developed a groundbreaking 'toolbox' to study receptor mobility in the brain, revealing its critical role in certain types of memory. The study used high-resolution imaging and manipulation techniques to observe receptor dynamics in intact brain tissue, providing new insights into the mechanisms controlling memory.

SourceCNRS·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 27, 2022
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Mode-of-action of T-cell immunotherapies in focus

Researchers used a new 3D imaging technique to analyze the interaction between T-cell therapies and solid mini-tumors, revealing a wide variety of behaviors in engineered T cells. The study identified specific gene signatures of highly potent T cells that can target multiple tumor cells.

SourcePrincess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology·JournalNature Biotechnology·TypeObservational study·DateJul 25, 2022

New imaging technique allows researchers to see gene expression in brains of live mice in real time

A new imaging technique allows scientists to study mRNA molecules in the brains of living mice, revealing insights into how memories are formed and stored. The research could provide new information about diseases like Alzheimer's and help understand the process of memory generation and retrieval.

SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 6, 2022

Lew lab sheds new light on cell membranes

Researchers at the Lew lab have created a novel hardware and algorithm that enables visualization of cell membranes and molecular motions in six dimensions. This breakthrough allows for the observation of 3D structures with additional information on molecular orientation, providing new insights into biological systems.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalOptica·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 26, 2022

Novel method for real-time live cell imaging of collagen synthesis

Researchers developed a live imaging system to observe collagen synthesis in fibroblasts, revealing the intracellular processing and transportation of collagen fibers. The study found that this step controls the speed of collagen synthesis, providing a new understanding of collagen production.

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalLife Science Alliance·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 21, 2022
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Rapid image reconstruction for real-time superresolution fluorescence microscopy

Researchers developed a novel algorithm, 'Joint Space and Frequency Reconstruction' (JSFR-SIM), to accelerate image reconstruction in optically sectioned superresolution structured illumination microscopy. The method achieves 80 times faster execution speed without compromising image quality.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateApr 12, 2022

Advanced imaging, AI distinguish healthy from injured cells

A new imaging method, combining optimal imaging and machine learning, can determine cell viability without chemical staining. The approach achieved a 95% accuracy rate and has the potential to be applied in hospitals and research labs.

SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 17, 2022

UCLA researchers develop novel microscopic picoshell particles

Researchers have created PicoShells, microscopic particles that can speed up the growth and analysis of microorganisms, including algae. This new tool enables faster identification of cell strains suitable for mass production, potentially shortening R&D timelines by months.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2022

Deep learning algorithms assist in identifying microplastics in human body

A study has developed a method using dark-field microscopy and deep learning algorithms to identify microplastics in human cells, achieving an accuracy of 93% for 1-micron polystyrene particles. The technique has the potential to screen microplastics in various samples, reducing time-consuming data acquisition and processing steps.

SourceKazan Federal University·JournalAnalytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 22, 2021
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Light in, sound out: photoacoustic probe helps find and fight Wilson's disease and other maladies

Researchers developed a non-toxic, small-molecule probe that provides real-time visualization of disease progression, overcoming limitations of MRI and PET imaging. The probe binds copper ions and detects dysregulated levels, accurately identifying Wilson's disease and other maladies.

SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 30, 2021

Recycling a cell’s energy centers to ward off Parkinson's disease

Scientists discovered a new mitochondrial recycling pathway that may help prevent Parkinson's disease. The study, published in Science Advances, reveals that genes associated with Parkinson's disease play key roles in this process and that disruptions can contribute to neurodegeneration.

SourceGladstone Institutes·JournalScience Advances·DateAug 6, 2021

Imaging method predicts how well stem cells can differentiate into cardiac muscle cells

A new imaging technique developed by the Skala Lab can predict the efficiency of cardiomyocyte differentiation from human pluripotent stem cells, providing a non-invasive quality control method. The technique uses autofluorescence to measure metabolic activity and has been shown to be accurate in predicting outcome with high consistency.

SourceMorgridge Institute for Research·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 28, 2021

Raman holography

Researchers have developed a new method called Raman holography, which uses surface-enhanced Raman scattering to image and analyze single particles in three dimensions. This technology has the potential to revolutionize fields such as live cell imaging and anti-counterfeiting.

SourceICFO-The Institute of Photonic Sciences·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateNov 30, 2020
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CAS researchers and Nobel Laureate develop new monomer fluorescent protein for SR imaging

CAS researchers have developed a new monomer fluorescent protein, Skylan-NS, enabling substantial improvements in the speed, duration, and noninvasiveness of live-cell superresolution microscopy. The protein shows high photostability, cycle numbers and signal-to-noise ratio, making it suitable for live-cell SR imaging.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateAug 26, 2016

ASCB unveils Celldance 2015 awards -- now is the golden age of cell imaging

The ASCB's Celldance Studios released three new award videos featuring eye-popping live cell imaging, showcasing cancer research breakthroughs and the dynamic cell membrane. The videos capture moments of metastasizing cancer cells breaking through blood vessel walls and the exploration of churning lipids and proteins on the cell surface.

SourceAmerican Society for Cell Biology·DateDec 14, 2015

A fluorescent dye that survives in live cell STED imaging

Scientists at ITbM developed a new fluorescent dye, C-Naphox, with enhanced photostability to enable continuous live cell imaging by STED microscopy. The dye has demonstrated extreme photoresistance and no significant toxicity towards cells, opening doors to real-time biological event observation for extended periods.

SourceInstitute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (ITbM), Nagoya University·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateOct 25, 2015
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Rong Li Lab reports protein interactions of MAP kinase signaling pathway

The Rong Li Lab has achieved a quantitative measurement of protein-protein interactions in the MAP kinase cascade, a critical pathway for growth and differentiation decisions in eukaryotic cells. This discovery was made possible by advanced biophysical techniques applied to live yeast cells.

SourceStowers Institute for Medical Research·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 13, 2007
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