High-resolution look inside living cells now possible without fluorescence
A microscope developed at Stanford can reveal the interaction of nanostructures inside living cells at the highest resolution yet, about 120 nanometers, without the use of fluorescent labels. The technology could lead to a host of new advances in the life sciences.
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Historian leads project to design new AI architecture for humanities research
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New book explores the tension that can exist between people of different identities—and how to overcome it
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A life-changing shift from neuroscience to cystic fibrosis research
Stanford psychologist Jeff Wine dedicated his career to improving outcomes for cystic fibrosis patients, including his own daughter.
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