Expansion Microscopy - Session 1
Hands-on workshop on physical sample expansion for nanoscale imaging. Learn expansion microscopy protocols and their applications in biological research.
- Workshop
- Expansion Microscopy
- Hands-on
Speakers
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Chiara Sgattoni
AI-driven Optical Biology Lab
Chiara Sgattoni is a visiting scientist at ITQB NOVA in the Henriques Lab, with expertise in advanced fluorescence microscopy techniques including STED nanoscopy and expansion microscopy. Her research background spans event-triggered super-resolution imaging and nanoscale cellular analysis. As co-instructor for the Expansion Microscopy workshop, Chiara brings hands-on experience in sample preparation, imaging protocols, and combining expansion microscopy with other super-resolution approaches... read more
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Daria Aristova
AI-driven Optical Biology Lab
Daria Aristova is a postdoctoral researcher at ITQB NOVA with international expertise in expansion microscopy, fluorescent probes, and super-resolution imaging techniques. Her research centers on the intersection of chemistry and microscopy, specializing in combining expansion microscopy with various super-resolution techniques including SMLM and STED. As instructor for the Expansion Microscopy workshop, Daria brings expertise in developing novel cyanine dyes and fluorescent probes for cellul... read more
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Mario Del Rosario
AI-driven Optical Biology Lab
Mario Del Rosario is a postdoctoral researcher in the Henriques Lab at ITQB NOVA, specializing in expansion microscopy and advanced biological imaging techniques. His research focuses on developing innovative methods to visualize biological structures at nanoscale resolution through physical expansion techniques. As a workshop instructor for the Expansion Microscopy workshop, Mario will guide participants through theoretical foundations, hands-on sample preparation protocols, imaging strategi... read more