Advanced imaging technology for studying cell structures
Official title: STED Super-resolution Imaging System
Funded at Medical College of Wisconsin · NIH-10852363 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about getting a super-powered microscope that will help scientists at the Medical College of Wisconsin take really detailed pictures of tiny structures in cells, which will help them learn more about important topics like cancer and brain health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,085,691 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD034247-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10852363 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include patients with conditions related to cancer, neurological disorders, and other diseases where cellular function is critical.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that do not involve cellular or tissue-level abnormalities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to acquire a state-of-the-art STED microscope to enhance the capabilities of the Advance Cell Imaging Core at the Medical College of Wisconsin. The microscope will enable 14 investigators to conduct detailed studies in various fields, including cancer biology and neuroscience, by providing super-resolution imaging that reveals molecular-scale structures within cells and tissues. This technology will allow researchers to better understand how these structures influence cellular functions and interactions. The implementation of this advanced imaging system is expected to facilitate groundbreaking discoveries in cellular biology and related fields.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in understanding cellular mechanisms and disease processes, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research utilizing advanced imaging techniques like STED microscopy has shown promising results in enhancing our understanding of cellular processes.
Where this research is happening
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lou, Xuelin — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Lou, Xuelin
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.