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Mega Multiplexing for Exploring Diseased Tissues

Niki Spahich, PhD | Oct 16, 2023 | 4 min read

Researchers at KU Leuven specialize in performing a multiplex immunohistochemistry method that uses conventional antibodies and pathologist-driven data analysis.

Artist’s impression of stem cells. The cells have a transparent cell membrane on a pale blue background.

Overcoming Cancer Therapy Obstacles With Epitope Editing

Rebecca Roberts, PhD | Oct 12, 2023 | 3 min read

Editing epitopes expressed on the surfaces of transplanted hematopoietic stem cells renders them resistant to AML treatments without affecting their critical functions.

3D rendered microscopic view of neurons and synapses.

Blood-Based Biomarkers: New Outlooks for Neurological Disorders

Quanterix | 1 min read

Ultra-sensitive biomarkers and immunoassays help researchers investigate neurological health and disease, leading to new therapeutics and diagnostics.

Machine Learning for Predicting Glioblastoma Prognosis

Tanvir Khan, PhD | Oct 4, 2023 | 3 min read

Researchers integrate scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, and histology imaging data to show that spatial cellular architecture predicts glioblastoma prognosis.

Genetic engineering and digital technology concept.

A Machine Learning Tool Uncloaks the Hidden Sources of Cancer Cells

Rachael Moeller Gorman | Oct 5, 2023 | 4 min read

Researchers created a model that uses clinical testing data to locate the primary site of cancer cells with no known origin, likely improving survival.

Advancing Drug Discovery by Employing Synthetic Biology Tools

The Scientist’s Creative Services Team | 1 min read

In this webinar, learn about the origins of artificial gene circuits and how researchers currently use synthetic biology strategies to uncover new drugs.

A Snapshot of How Obesity Transforms Fat

Aparna Nathan, PhD | Oct 5, 2023 | 3 min read

Spatial methods reveal immune cell formations in fat during early obesity.

Line drawings of Moungi Bawendi (left), Louis Brus (center), and Alexei Ekimov (right) from the shoulders up.

Nobel Prize in Chemistry for Quantum Dots

Hannah Thomasy, PhD | Oct 4, 2023 | 3 min read

Moungi Bawendi, Louis Brus, and Alexei Ekimov were awarded the Nobel Prize for their work on quantum dots, which has applications in electronics and biomedicine.

Immunohistochemistry: Origins, Tips, and a Look to the Future

Steven Hrycaj, PhD | 7 min read

An essential staining technique with a long history, immunohistochemistry (IHC) is being upgraded for modern research and clinical applications.

Black and gold sketch of the three prize winners.

Nobel Prize for Experiments With Light

Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Oct 3, 2023 | 4 min read

Anne L’Huillier, Pierre Agostini, and Ferenc Krausz received this year’s Physics award for creating tools for studying the world of electrons, with future applications in medical diagnostics.