Microscopy White Papers and Case Studies

  1. Biophotonics: Keeping Astronauts Safe And Diagnosing Sleep Apnea 1/22/2025

    Biophotonics is used in imaging, sensing, and therapy to diagnose disease, reduce the risk of infection, and observe brain activity. Now it is being used to keep astronauts healthy and diagnose and treat sleep apnea.

  2. 25 Reasons To Attend SPIE Photonics West 2025 1/7/2025

    SPIE Photonics West 2025, scheduled for January 25–30 in San Francisco, offers numerous benefits for professionals in the optics and photonics industry. Here are 25 reasons to attend.

  3. A Look Back At The Year That Was 12/10/2024

    It’s that time again. Let’s take a look at the most-read articles that appeared on Photonics Online this past year. Why, it’s become an annual event!

  4. Shining A Light On Light Sheet Microscopy 12/6/2024

    Tracing its origins back to 1903, light sheet microscopy has developed into an invaluable tool in many fields. Learn more about Richard Zsigmondy and his role in creating this tool.

  5. Judge Smails And Ty Webb: What Caddyshack Has To Do With Metrology 11/13/2024

    Metrology plays a crucial role in various aspects of society and industry. It encompasses three main subfields: scientific, legal, and industrial metrology. Oh, and golf?

  6. The Quantum Future Of Biosensing 10/24/2024

    While practical quantum computing applications remain far away, quantum biosensing applications with real-world impact in areas like immunotherapy and diagnostics are near at hand.

     

  7. Spatial Biology 10/22/2024

    Histopathology examines tissue to identify disease. Advances in spatial biology and fluorescence imaging enhance diagnostics by mapping RNA and protein interactions within tissues.

  8. Fluorescent Protein Optical Imaging Considerations 10/22/2024

    Fluorescent proteins enhance microscopy but require careful selection of optical components, filters, and environmental conditions to minimize phototoxicity and improve imaging quality.

  9. How Tissue Spectroscopy Just Might Save Your Life 8/20/2024

    The average person might not think about tissue spectroscopy in their daily life, but its applications have far-reaching impacts on healthcare and medical diagnostics that can benefit everyone. Here's why tissue spectroscopy matters.

  10. Optical Filters: Pioneering Discoveries From Earth To Space 8/7/2024

    Optical filters enhance light manipulation, enabling breakthroughs in exoplanet research, celestial imaging, and atmospheric studies, driving advancements in various fields.