Clément CABRIEL is a CNRS Researcher affiliated with the Institut Langevin (ESPCI Paris / PSL University). He specializes in Single-Molecule Localization Microscopy (SMLM) and its applications across bioimaging , nanophotonics , and microfabrication . Key Collaborations: Works with Ignacio Izeddin (Institut Langevin) and international teams on interdisciplinary projects. Research Focus: Develops 3D super-resolution techniques, event-based sensors for high spatio-temporal imaging, and microstructured substrates for cellular modeling and axial calibration. Achievements: Pioneered SMLM calibration tools using fractal-like substrates (2025), explored M2d macrophage differentiation via 3D topographies (2024), and advanced event-based sensor technology for dense single-molecule imaging (2023). His work bridges optics , materials science , and cell biology . Community Engagement: Co-organizes the Young Scientist Network GDR Imabio to foster European bioimaging collaboration and career development for early-career researchers.
Prof. Ulrike Kutay is a Full Professor at ETH Zürich's Department of Biology, where she leads a research group at the Institute of Biochemistry. She joined ETH Zürich in 1999 as an Assistant Professor, became Associate Professor in 2006, and attained her current rank in 2011. Her laboratory investigates nuclear organization, ribosome biogenesis, and mitotic dynamics using advanced imaging and biochemical approaches. Education and career milestones include: Biochemistry studies at Humboldt University and Free University Berlin PhD with highest distinction from Humboldt University (1996) under Prof. T.A. Rapoport Postdoctoral work at University of Heidelberg with Dr. D. Görlich, focusing on nucleocytoplasmic transport Her research explores three interconnected domains: Nuclear restructuring during cell division : Mechanisms of nuclear envelope breakdown/reassembly and nuclear pore complex dynamics Nuclear envelope functions : Roles in genome organization, chromatin tethering, and intracellular signaling Ribosome biogenesis : Molecular pathways of ribosomal subunit maturation and quality control Her group employs cutting-edge techniques including super-resolution microscopy, genome-wide screens, and real-time single-molecule tracking. Recent publications (2020-2024) demonstrate consistent focus on nuclear architecture, ribosome assembly, and mitotic regulation. Methodological themes include CRISPR screens, structural biology, and live-cell imaging. Key biological insights involve chromatin-nuclear envelope crosstalk, ribosome export mechanisms, and stress-responsive nuclear pathways. Major recognitions: EMBO Membership (2010) German National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina (2012) Academy of Europe (2014) She leads an active research team investigating nuclear biology through interdisciplinary approaches. Her laboratory at ETH Zürich's Institute of Biochemistry maintains collaborations across molecular biology, biophysics, and genomics domains.
Ian Woods is a Professor in the Department of Biology within the School of Humanities and Sciences at Ithaca College. He serves as the Health Professions Advisor and Chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee. His research focuses on developmental and computational biology with specialization in nervous system development and function. Dr. Woods' primary research interests include: Genetics of somatosensory development and function Neuropeptide modulation of arousal Dissection of complex and diverse neuropeptide function His laboratory employs zebrafish as a model organism due to their external development, optical transparency, robust behaviors, and genetic tractability. Recent research has expanded to include tardigrade locomotion studies. His work utilizes microarray analyses, genetic gain- and loss-of-function approaches, live imaging of transgenic embryos, and high-throughput behavioral analyses. Dr. Woods has published extensively on neurodevelopment, sleep regulation, and locomotor behavior, with notable contributions including the discovery of the 'dreammist' mutant that regulates sleep in zebrafish and the development of VideoHacking software for automated behavioral analysis. His scientific contributions span: Identification of genes enriched in different somatosensory neuron types Development of genetic tools for neuropeptide function studies Analysis of tardigrade locomotion across life stages and species Investigation of neuropeptide roles in arousal behaviors Dr. Woods has mentored numerous undergraduate students who have presented at national conferences including the Society for Neuroscience and National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR). Many of his students have received research scholarships such as BBB Research Scholarships and Dana Internships.
Susanne Mandrup is Professor at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Southern Denmark where she serves as Director of the Center of Excellence in Functional Genomics and Tissue Plasticity (ATLAS) and Center for Adipocyte Signaling (ADIPOSIGN), Head of the Functional Genomics & Metabolism Research Unit, and Chair of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Danish Institute of Advanced Study (DIAS). Prof. Mandrup earned her PhD in Biochemistry in 1992 from the University of Southern Denmark (formerly Odense University) and completed postdoctoral training with Prof. M. Daniel Lane at Johns Hopkins University (1995-1996). She joined Odense University as Assistant Professor in 1996 and was promoted to full Professor in 2008. Her research focuses on transcriptional networks regulating cellular differentiation and function, particularly the molecular cross-talk between transcriptional regulation and metabolism in fat cells and pancreatic beta cells. The Mandrup Group combines sequencing-based functional-genomics approaches with detailed molecular analyses to study adipose tissue plasticity, endocrine pancreas function, and transcriptional enhancer mechanisms in mouse models, human biopsies, and cell cultures. Recent work emphasizes single-cell resolution studies of adipose tissue and enhancer dynamics in metabolic disease. Prof. Mandrup's publication record demonstrates consistent leadership in adipose tissue biology, with recent articles spanning proteome profiling of liver disease, single-cell dynamics during weight loss, and consensus atlases of adipose tissue. Her work integrates genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics to understand tissue plasticity in obesity, metabolic dysfunction, and transcriptional regulation. Villum Kann Rasmussen Annual Award (2023) Else Marie Lønggaard Travel Grant (2007) Knight of the Order of Dannebrog Member of the Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters Member of Academia Europaea Member of AcademiaNet Member of EMBO Carlsberg Foundation Board of Directors Prof. Mandrup has supervised 18 PhD students and leads major research initiatives including the Villum Kann Rasmussen Annual Award project (2024-2034), ATLAS 2.0 Center of Excellence (2024-2027), and Novo Nordisk Foundation research on β-cell maturation (2023-2025). She regularly organizes significant scientific events including the ATLAS Annual Meeting and specialized workshops on tissue plasticity. The Mandrup Group operates within SDU's Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology as part of the Functional Genomics & Metabolism Research Unit. They maintain extensive national and international collaborations through centers like ATLAS and ADIPOSIGN, contributing significantly to understanding obesity, metabolic syndrome, and related disorders at the molecular level.
Ji-Xin Cheng is a Professor at Boston University, specializing in Molecular Spectroscopic Imaging Technologies , Label-Free Microscopy , and Medical Photonics . His research spans biomedical imaging, antimicrobial therapies, and neuroscience. Education: PhD, University of Science and Technology of China (1998) Research Interests focus on developing label-free chemical imaging tools to address biological questions like membrane dynamics in neurons, cancer metabolism, and pathogen resistance. His work bridges engineering, physics, chemistry, and medicine to enable precision diagnostics and photonic therapies . Article Trends include innovations in SRS and CARS microscopy , optoacoustic devices , and single-molecule detection . These span biomedical imaging , neuroscience , and antimicrobial phototherapy . Scientific Awards SPIE Photonics West Translational Research Award (2015) Grants include NCI/STTR and NSF SBIR for clinical translation of imaging devices. His Drug-Free Treatment projects explore photonic modulation of neural tissues and pathogen eradication .
Tomas Kirchhausen is Professor of Cell Biology and of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and holds the Springer Family Chair of Pediatrics. He serves as a Senior Investigator at Boston Children's Hospital where he leads the Kirchhausen Laboratory focused on cellular membrane processes and molecular trafficking mechanisms. Dr. Kirchhausen received his undergraduate degree in Biology from the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia and earned his Ph.D. in Biophysics from the Instituto Venezolano de Investigaciones Cientificas. His research spans over three decades and focuses on the structure, interactions, and assembly-disassembly mechanisms of clathrin and associated proteins. Using emerging technologies from molecular cloning to high-resolution structural visualization and live-cell imaging, his laboratory has created 'molecular movies' of clathrin-mediated endocytosis. His work integrates x-ray crystallography, cryo electron microscopy, and single-molecule biophysics to understand cellular membrane remodeling processes including intraluminal vesicle formation and nuclear pore assembly. Current research leverages Lattice Light Sheet Microscopy (LLSM) and Adaptive Optics-optimized LLSM to bridge the gap between molecular events and cellular function. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on integrating advanced imaging techniques with computational approaches, particularly deep learning applications for single-particle tracking and cryo-EM data analysis. His work spans multiple disease contexts including viral infections (particularly SARS-CoV-2), neurodegenerative disorders, and cancer biology, reflecting the broad implications of membrane trafficking research. 1st Place Video at the Celldance 2008 contest of the American Society of Cell Biology Featured in The New York Times article 'The Animators of Life' (November 15, 2010) YouTube 3D movie showing immune cell migration downloaded more than 700,000 times Dr. Kirchhausen's laboratory serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research, bringing together experts in structural biology, cell biology, and advanced microscopy techniques. His work on clathrin-mediated endocytosis has provided foundational insights into cellular trafficking mechanisms that are relevant to understanding viral infection, cancer, and neurological diseases. The laboratory's development and application of cutting-edge imaging technologies continues to push the boundaries of what can be observed in living cells.
Claudia Vásquez, Ph.D., serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Washington, where she leads research on the cellular and molecular foundations of organ development using Drosophila melanogaster as a model system. Her work centers on morphogenesis and organogenesis, investigating how cellular restructuring, cytoskeletal dynamics, and mechanobiological forces drive three-dimensional organ assembly. She employs high-resolution live imaging, CRISPR-based genome editing, and quantitative tissue analysis to dissect the precision and error tolerance in developmental programs, with particular focus on Malpighian tubule formation. This research bridges fundamental developmental biology with translational applications in regenerative medicine and vector-borne disease control. Scientific Awards: Pew Biomedical Scholar (2024) Dr. Vásquez directs the Vasquez Lab at the University of Washington School of Medicine, supported by the Pew Biomedical Scholars Program. Her research examines the relationship between tissue morphology and physiological function, exploring how disruptions in cellular architecture affect organ performance. While specific grant details beyond the Pew award are not provided, her work has dual implications: advancing organ engineering strategies for transplantation and identifying novel targets to disrupt disease transmission in insect vectors like mosquitoes. The Vasquez Lab operates within the university's Health Sciences complex at 1959 NE Pacific Street, leveraging interdisciplinary collaborations in cell biology and biomedical engineering to address fundamental questions in developmental robustness.
Dr Florian Ströhl is a Senior Researcher (equivalent to Research Professor) at the Department of Physics and Technology , UiT The Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø. He leads a highly interdisciplinary program that bridges optics, biology and medicine, acting as Principal Investigator on the ERC Starting Grant LiBriNa , the RCN FRIPRO SOLIS project, and the EU MSCA MitoQuant consortium. Education: Ph.D. Biotechnology (2018), University of Cambridge, UK M.Sc. Advanced Optical Technologies with honours & distinction (2014), University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany B.Sc. Medical Engineering with BMBF award (2012), University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany Research Interests: Dr Ströhl’s work revolves around advanced optical system development , spanning the full chain from optical theory and photolithography to instrumentation and biomedical application . Core themes include light-sheet microscopy , mechanosensitive Brillouin nanoscopy , label-free super-resolution techniques , and integrated photonics . Application domains cover dementia research , kidney & liver pathology , cardiac imaging and sustainable aquaculture . Scientific Awards & Funding: 2025 ERC Starting Grant—20 million NOK 2023 RCN Innovation Grant—1 million NOK 2021 RCN FRIPRO Young Research Talent Grant—8 million NOK 2019 EU Horizon 2020 MSCA Grant—2.1 million NOK EMBO Fellow, Nano DTC Fellow, OPTICA Senior Member Grants, Teams & Mentoring: Dr Ströhl currently directs a diverse team of post-docs, PhD candidates and engineers in the Ultrasound, Microwaves and Optics research group. He actively welcomes master’s thesis students and visiting scientists. All projects are supported by Norwegian and European funding frameworks and emphasize open science , cross-disciplinary collaboration and public outreach via video tutorials and popular-science talks.
Dr. Yong Wang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics within the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Arkansas. His research bridges physics, nanotechnology, and biology, focusing on single-molecule and single-cell biophysics. He leads an active research laboratory that develops cutting-edge biophysical tools to advance biological understanding and applies physical principles to solve biological problems. Dr. Wang's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Physics from University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - 2011 M.S. in Physics from University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - 2007 B.S. in Physics from University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) - 2005 Dr. Wang's research program focuses on the intersection of physics, nanotechnology, and biology. His laboratory develops and applies advanced biophysical techniques to investigate fundamental questions in biological systems. Current research directions include studying antibiotic mechanisms of metal nanostructures (nanoparticles, nanowires, and 2D materials), examining dynamics of biological molecules in living systems (bacteria and animal cells), investigating mechanical properties of biological systems (proteins, DNA and bacteria), and developing nano-bio sensors and devices for various applications. His work often involves single-molecule and single-cell measurements, combining experimental and computational approaches to uncover physical principles governing biological phenomena. Analysis of Dr. Wang's recent publications reveals a strong focus on bacterial response to nanomaterials, particularly silver-based nanostructures, and their antimicrobial mechanisms. His research also explores DNA mechanics and its applications in biosensing, as well as microfluidic systems for manipulating and studying microorganisms. The interdisciplinary nature of his work is evident in the diverse range of journals where his papers appear, spanning physics, microbiology, materials science, and engineering disciplines. Dr. Wang has received several significant research awards and grants, including: Tenure and promotion to Associate Professor (2022) Arkansas Biosciences Institute equipment grants for ddPCR and high-performance computing (2022) UA Chancellor's Gap Fund for Commercialization for bent DNA constructs development (2022) Arkansas Biosciences Institute grant for applying bent DNA to RNA research (2021) National Science Foundation I-Corps Program grant (2021) USDA/NIFA grant for studying antibiotic resistance genes in agricultural water (2020) His students have also received prestigious awards including the Ray Hughes Graduate Fellowship and the Chan and Chen Endowed Research Scholarship. Dr. Wang actively mentors numerous graduate and undergraduate students, with recent PhD graduates including Dr. Venkata Krishnamurthi, Dr. Ariel Rogers, and Dr. Diksha Shrestha. His laboratory has successfully guided multiple students through honors theses and research projects. He has secured substantial external funding from agencies including NSF, USDA, and the Arkansas Biosciences Institute, demonstrating the significance and impact of his research program. The Wang Lab at the University of Arkansas maintains a vibrant research environment with multiple PhD students, master's students, and undergraduates working collaboratively on cutting-edge biophysics projects. The lab utilizes advanced instrumentation for single-molecule imaging, nanofabrication, and bacterial studies, supported by recent equipment grants. Current research directions continue to expand the understanding of nano-bio interactions while developing novel biophysical tools with potential applications in medicine and environmental science.
Gaspard Huber is a Researcher at the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA), working within the IRAMIS institute, NIMBE unit, and LSDRM laboratory (Laboratory of Structure and Dynamics by Magnetic Resonance) since 2002. His research focuses on hyperpolarization techniques to overcome NMR's sensitivity limitations, with applications spanning metabolomics, biosensors, and materials science. His educational background includes: Chemical Engineering degree from ESCIL (now CPE Lyon), 1993 PhD from CEA Grenoble (1996, supervised by Dr. Jacques Gaillard) Habilitation to lead research (2006) Post-doctoral positions at University of Florence (1996-1998) and BIP-CNRS Marseille (1998-1999) Huber's research centers on hyperpolarization methodologies using parahydrogen and laser-polarized noble gases, enabling breakthroughs in metabolomic profiling of microscopic specimens and xenon-based biosensors . Current projects include ANR-funded SOFTNMR (flow NMR techniques) and HELPING (noble gas polarization), supporting active PhD and post-doctoral recruitment. His work bridges fundamental NMR physics with biomedical applications through supramolecular host-guest chemistry. Publication trends since 2013 reveal three interconnected domains: 1) Hyperpolarization engineering (SABRE/PHIP techniques for signal enhancement), 2) Supramolecular biosensors (cryptophanes/cucurbiturils for xenon detection), and 3) Metabolomic applications using HR-μMAS NMR. Key innovations include oxygen-carrying cucurbituril derivatives and single-scan diffusion-ordered NMR for hyperpolarized mixtures. He actively supervises students, with a new PhD fellow starting October 2024, and collaborates internationally through the HELPING project with laboratoire Kastler Brossel. His LSDRM laboratory provides specialized infrastructure for magnetic resonance research in materials and biomedicine. Notable patents include: 'Cucurbituril derivatives as oxygen carriers' (2017) NMR-based rubber characterization methods (2001) Reactor-NMR coupling devices (2000) Living cell analysis via NMR (2000)
Prof. Oren Schuldiner is a Professor and incumbent of the Prof. Erwin Netter Professorial Chair of Cell Biology at the Weizmann Institute of Science, holding dual appointments in the Department of Molecular Cell Biology and Department of Molecular Neuroscience. His research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms that govern neural circuit wiring and remodeling during development using the powerful genetic model system of Drosophila melanogaster. Prof. Schuldiner's research primarily investigates neuronal remodeling, with specific emphasis on axon pruning and regrowth in the Drosophila mushroom body. His lab explores how intracellular signaling, trafficking, cytoskeletal changes, and transcriptional regulation contribute to these processes. The research has significant implications for understanding neurodevelopmental disorders including autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer's disease, as well as providing insights into axon regeneration following injury. Analysis of Prof. Schuldiner's publication record shows a consistent focus on developmental neurobiology using Drosophila models. His research spans molecular mechanisms of axon pruning, glia-neuron interactions, transcriptional regulation of remodeling, and the development of innovative techniques like tissue-specific CRISPR screening and ex vivo brain culturing. The work bridges fundamental developmental biology with potential applications in understanding neural degeneration and regeneration. Prof. Schuldiner's lab has developed several cutting-edge methodologies including tissue-specific CRISPR for in vivo screening, high-resolution RNA-seq approaches, ex vivo brain culturing systems for live imaging, and specialized assays for studying neurite sprouting. These tools have enabled his team to make significant contributions to understanding the genetic and molecular basis of neuronal remodeling, with findings published consistently in top-tier journals across neuroscience, cell biology, and developmental biology fields.
Yasuko Antoku is a Researcher at the Biotech Research & Innovation Centre (BRIC) within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. Located at Ole Maaløes Vej 5 in Copenhagen, she has maintained an active research career from 2008 through 2024, contributing to numerous high-impact publications across multiple disciplines. Her research interests span cancer biology, nanotechnology, and developmental processes, with particular expertise in advanced imaging techniques and nanomaterial applications. Dr. Antoku's work demonstrates significant interdisciplinary integration, bridging molecular biology with innovative imaging technologies to address complex biological questions in cancer development and tissue regeneration. Analysis of her publication history reveals an evolution from foundational nanotechnology work (2008-2010) to more recent cancer biology and developmental research (2019-2024). Her contributions consistently focus on cellular dynamics, imaging methodologies, and molecular mechanisms underlying disease processes. Scientific Recognition Her 2008 paper in the Journal of the American Chemical Society has received over 825 citations Multiple publications featured in high-impact journals including Nature Cell Biology and Nature Communications Research highlighted across various news outlets and social media platforms As a member of BRIC's Core Facilities, Dr. Antoku provides specialized expertise to the broader research community while maintaining her own research trajectory. Her collaborative approach is evident in her extensive co-authorship network spanning multiple institutions and research domains.
Luca Costa is a CNRS Research Scientist at the Centre de Biochimie Structurale (Montpellier, France), specializing in nanoscale biophysics. His research develops novel atomic force microscopy (AFM) methodologies to study biological membranes, soft matter interfaces, and molecular assemblies. With expertise spanning instrumentation physics, biochemistry, and cell biology, he pioneers correlative imaging techniques combining AFM with synchrotron X-ray methods and fluorescence microscopy. His core research investigates: Nanomechanics of lipid bilayers and cellular membranes Real-time dynamics at liquid-liquid interfaces Phase separation in biomolecular condensates Instrumental development for high-resolution in situ imaging Recent publications emphasize membrane remodeling, nuclear pore mechanics, and advanced AFM-XRF integration, with consistent focus on quantitative nanoscale biophysics. Awards include the XFEL Young Scientist Bursary (2015). Major grants support his work: ANR SLAM-AFM (2025-2027): Synchrotron-compatible AFM development ANR DECIDE/PROSPERO (2022-2025): Membrane dynamics studies EU MagCell (2020-2021): Magnetic nanoparticle applications He leads the Integrative Biophysics of Membranes lab, developing specialized AFM platforms for biological interfaces.
Megan C. King is Professor of Cell Biology and of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology at Yale School of Medicine, where she also serves as Co-Leader of the DNA Damage and Genome Integrity Program and Associate Cancer Center Director for Basic Science at Yale Cancer Center. Her primary appointment is in the Department of Cell Biology with a secondary appointment as Associate Professor on Term in Therapeutic Radiology. She is a key member of multiple research programs including Cytoskeletal Dynamics, DNA Damage and Genome Integrity, and the Molecular Cell Biology, Genetics and Development Track. Dr. King's research focuses on fundamental aspects of nuclear structure and function. Her lab investigates how macromolecular complexes embedded in the nuclear envelope physically couple the cytoskeleton to the nucleus (LINC complexes), defining the mechanisms underlying nuclear force response. They also study genome organization through the lens of chromatin dynamics, using innovative live cell assays to examine how nuclear cell biology impacts genome integrity. Her work spans from basic molecular mechanisms to implications for diseases including hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome. Analysis of Dr. King's recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on nuclear mechanics, chromatin organization, and nuclear pore complex dynamics. Her work integrates approaches from biophysics, cell biology, computational modeling, and genetics, with publications appearing in top journals including Nature Cell Biology, Cell, and Genome Biology. A notable trend is the increasing interdisciplinary nature of her research, combining advanced microscopy techniques with computational approaches to understand nuclear architecture. Allen Distinguished Investigator (2020) from the Allen Institute for pioneering research in nuclear biology NIH New Innovator Award (2011) supporting innovative early-career research Searle Scholar (2011) recognizing exceptional promise in biomedical research Dr. King maintains an active research program with consistent high-impact publications and significant collaborations, particularly with C. Patrick Lusk (co-leader of the LusKing Lab), Ivan Surovtsev, and other Yale researchers. Her lab provides training opportunities for students and postdocs interested in nuclear cell biology, with research spanning from fundamental mechanisms to potential therapeutic applications. The LusKing Lab emphasizes both scientific discovery and creating an inclusive research environment that values diverse perspectives and experiences.
Derek Toomre is a Professor of Cell Biology at Yale School of Medicine and Director of the YALE 'CINEMA' Laboratory (Cellular Imaging using New Microscopy Approaches). He holds primary appointments in the Department of Cell Biology and has extensive affiliations across Yale University including Biochemistry, Quantitative Biology, Biophysics and Structural Biology (BQBS), Cancer Signaling Networks, Diabetes Research Center, and the Yale Cancer Center. His interdisciplinary work bridges cell biology, biophysics, and advanced imaging technology. Professor Toomre earned his PhD (1996) and MS (1992) from the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on developing and applying advanced optical methods to understand polarized membrane trafficking and the spatial-temporal control of endo-exocytosis. He specializes in Total Internal Reflection Fluorescence Microscopy (TIRFM) and 4D (3D+time) multicolor spinning-disk confocal imaging to study cellular processes at the single-vesicle level. His work has significant implications for understanding cell polarity in both normal physiology and disease processes such as cancer metastasis. Analysis of Professor Toomre's recent publications (2017-2025) reveals a strong focus on membrane trafficking mechanisms, super-resolution imaging techniques, and the development of novel imaging tools. His research spans multiple disciplines including cell biology, neuroscience, oncology, and biophysics, with particular emphasis on vesicle dynamics, protein sorting, and advanced microscopy method development. He consistently publishes in high-impact journals including Nature Communications, Cell, and Nature Biotechnology. Scientific Awards: Kavli Fellow (2008) - US National Academy of Sciences NIH Director New Innovator Award (2007) Professor Toomre directs the CINEMA Laboratory, which is supported by the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research (LICR), various federal grants, Yale University, and private sector funding. His laboratory has implemented multicolor TIRFM instruments, 4D spinning disk confocal microscopy, and electrophysiology instrumentation to advance cellular imaging capabilities. He collaborates extensively both within Yale (particularly with Biomedical Engineering) and internationally to develop novel software for cellular analysis and computational modeling. Professor Toomre's laboratory provides students and researchers with opportunities to work at the cutting edge of cellular imaging technology, combining biological questions with advanced quantitative approaches to understand fundamental cellular processes.
