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Cell DIVE multiplexed image of FFPE tissue section from human colon adenocarcinoma tissue.

Multiplexed Imaging Reveals Tumor Immune Landscape in Colon Cancer

Cancer immunotherapy benefits few due to resistance and relapse, and combinatorial therapeutic strategies that target multiple steps of the cancer-immunity cycle may improve outcomes. This study shows…

Cell DIVE multiplexed image of FFPE tissue section from human invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC)

AI-Powered Hi-Plex Spatial Analysis Tools for Breast Cancer Research

Breast cancer (BC) is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women. Investigating the tumor microenvironment (TME) is crucial to elucidate the mechanisms of tumor progression. Systematic…

Mouse brain slice which was immunostained with GFAP-A647 and imaged using a THUNDER Imager Tissue. Courtesy of H. Xu, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA.

Neuroscienze

Stai lavorando per una migliore comprensione delle malattie neurodegenerative o stai studiando la funzionalità del sistema nervoso? Scopri in che modo le soluzioni di imaging di Leica Microsystems…

Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma with 11 Apoptosis biomarkers shown – BAK, BAX, BCL2, BCLXL, Caspase9, CIAP1, NaKATPase, PCK26, SMAC, Vimentin, and XIAP.

Transforming Research with Spatial Proteomics Workflows

Spatial Proteomics, Nature Methods 2024 Method of the Year, is driving research advancements in cancer, immunology, and beyond. By combining positional data with high throughput imaging of proteins in…

Multiplexed Cell DIVE imaging of Adult Human Alzheimer’s Brain Tissue labelled with 15 antibodies targeted towards markers specific to astrocytes (GFAP, S100B), microglia (TMEM119, IBA1), and Alzheimer’s-associated markers (β-amyloid and p-Tau217).

Explore Alzheimer's Spatial Proteome with Big Data

Alzheimer's disease, a genetic and sporadic neurodegenerative condition, leads to cognitive decline in mid to late life, marked by β-amyloid plaques and tau tangles. With limited treatment options,…

Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma with 11 Aerobic Glycolysis/Warburg Effect biomarkers shown – BCAT, Glut1, HK2, HTR2B, LDHA, NaKATPase, PCAD, PCK26, PKM2, SMA1, and Vimentin.

Dive into Pancreatic Cancer Research with Big Data

Pancreatic cancer, with a mortality rate near 40%, is challenging to treat due to its proximity to major organs. This story explores the complex biology of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC),…

Colon adenocarcinoma and normal colon at the tumor margin. 13 biomarkers shown including Cadherin, CD3, CD4, CD8, CD20, CD31, CD45, Collagen, Caspase 9, BCL2, Beta-Catenin, Vimentin, and Smooth Muscle Actin.

Uncover the Hidden Complexity of Colon Cancer with Big Data

Colorectal cancer poses a significant health burden. While surgery is effective initially, some patients develop recurrent secondary disease with poor prognosis, necessitating advanced therapies like…

Cell DIVE multiplexed image of FFPE tissue section from syngeneic murine cancer model, 4T1.

Mapping Tumor Immune Landscape with AI-Powered Spatial Proteomics

Spatial mapping of untreated tumors provides an overview of the tumor immune architecture, useful for understanding therapeutic responses. Immunocompetent murine models are essential for identifying…

Multiplexed Cell DIVE imaging of Adult Human Alzheimer’s brain tissue section demonstrating expression of markers specific to astrocytes (GFAP, S100B), microglia (TMEM119, IBA1), AD-associated markers (p-Tau217, β-amyloid) and immune cells such as CD11b+, CD163+, CD4+, and HLA-DRA+, clustered around the β-amyloid plaques.

Spatial Analysis of Neuroimmune Interactions in Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a complex neurodegenerative disorder characterized by neurofibrillary tangles, β-amyloid plaques, and neuroinflammation. These dysfunctions trigger or are exacerbated by…