Method for Integrated All-Optical Biological Analysis at Scale

Developing an all-optical platform for precise optogenetic probing and automated data analysis to enhance research in neuroscience, developmental biology, and cancer.

Subsidie
€ 150.000
2024

Projectdetails

Introduction

The advent of light-emitting sensors and light-driven actuators has profoundly transformed the fields of biology and medical science over the past three decades. These innovations enable the manipulation and monitoring of various physiological processes using light with remarkable precision in both time and space.

Applications

Applications include:

  1. The study of signaling and cell trafficking in healthy and malignant tissues.
  2. The unraveling of causal relationships within neural networks.
  3. Assessing the effects of pharmaceutical compounds.

Need for Integrated Optical Systems

To fully harness the potential of these so-called optogenetic technologies, there is a pressing need to create integrated optical systems offering both 3D imaging and precise light-targeting of specific regions at scale.

Project Overview

Within the framework of the ERC, we have successfully engineered a unique system designed for the optogenetic probing of small vertebrate brains (zebrafish larvae) at cellular resolution. Our proposal expands upon this earlier achievement by evolving it into a versatile all-optical platform tailored for biologists and biomedical laboratories.

Platform Features

This platform will seamlessly integrate:

  • Cutting-edge optical systems.
  • Automated data analysis through artificial intelligence (AI) techniques.

Anticipated Impact

Anticipating a vast array of applications, we envision that this platform will prove invaluable in the realms of neuroscience, developmental biology, and cancer research. Its multifaceted capabilities will empower researchers to unlock new insights and accelerate advancements in these critical scientific domains.

Financiële details & Tijdlijn

Financiële details

Subsidiebedrag€ 150.000
Totale projectbegroting€ 150.000

Tijdlijn

Startdatum1-10-2024
Einddatum31-3-2026
Subsidiejaar2024

Partners & Locaties

Projectpartners

  • SORBONNE UNIVERSITEpenvoerder

Land(en)

France

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