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News from the fascinating world of microscopy

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2021-01-19 10:03:00 / Trends
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The fascinating world of microscopy is of fundamental importance in the most diverse fields of medicine, science and technology. It is constantly evolving and is currently shining with impressive innovations in the field of cancer research and in the fight against the corona virus, among other things. In addition, there are other exciting innovations from the "small" microscopy cosmos - and we will show you the most outstanding ones.

Rediscovering the possibilities of microscopy

For a long time, researchers have wanted to track down the cellular origins of cancer by using innovative microscope technology. With the help of novel precision techniques, they hope to successively advance this field of science.

To this end, internationally renowned experts have developed a so-called biophotonic imaging device based on Raman microscopy, which is of fundamental importance in the biomedical segment. This involves the use of special laser technologies with the aid of state-of-the-art data analysis through artificial intelligence. This spectacular achievement should make it possible to use a molecular fingerprint to detect any structural changes in body cells at an early stage and make them visible in perspective.

Everything changes - on a large scale as well as on a small one

In times of the corona pandemic, special microscopes are a valuable tool when it comes to visualizing the finest cell structures. Not only do they reveal surprising details in research projects and experiments, but they also help to support the development of vaccines and forms of treatment. For example, a microscope technology has recently been established that allows the most filigree cell structures to be recorded quickly and precisely.

At the same time, novel microscopy methods make it possible to visualize or measure the mechanical interaction between the so-called T cells of the human immune system and other minute particles. As soon as the cells of the defense system go into action, the observation of specific traction forces on a molecular basis is essential to keep pathogens at bay. What sounds so simple is a highly complicated procedure that can be made "tangible" and explained in an understandable way with the help of selected microscope technologies.

Microscopy innovations in X-ray

Thanks to novel microscope technologies, a lot has also "moved" in the field of X-rays. For example, a renowned team of researchers has figured out how to focus X-rays to generate information about the elemental and chemical composition of samples. In addition, this innovative technique can be used to gain insights into specific magnetic and electronic properties. With the aid of improved diffraction lenses, even a spatial resolution of the samples in the single-digit nanometer range can be achieved. However, this requires precise positioning of the samples under investigation.

This extraordinary discovery in terms of direct imaging is expected to provide valuable impetus for research into specific nanostructures. Among other things, there is talk of the targeted conceptual design of solar cells or the establishment of high-performance magnetic data storage. The aim is also to visualize and define catalytic reactions or selected chemical processes. It will even be possible to take a closer look at spin dynamics. It is now known, for example, that electrons can not only transport electric charge, but that they are also capable of providing new magnetic data storage by means of an internal spin.

The fascination of the "super microscope

Another novelty is also causing excitement in protein crystal research. The powerful super microscope can detect microcrystals for structural analysis using a combination technique. The special feature of the multimodal multiphoton microscope includes the implemented laser beam paths, whose source is located in the center of the reproduced image. The beam is split and transferred into two different wavelengths by the special technology. They reunite at the end to be then directed directly to the sample. Even with the most advanced microscope technology, it was previously impossible to reliably detect the smallest protein crystals. Now, this is apparently "child's play".

Thanks to numerous nonlinear optical effects, even nanocrystals can be imaged. This is a remarkable milestone, especially in the field of protein analysis. Learning more about the functionality of bio-molecules in this way is of great importance for a better understanding of specific processes in the organism. This innovation is equally essential for the development of new drugs.

 

 

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