ERIC Number: EJ1458735
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024-Feb
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-0021-9584
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From Molecules to Classrooms: A Comprehensive Guide to Single-Molecule Localization Microscopy
Guangjie Yan; Yuteng Zhang; Alexis Allamprese; Kameron N. Brooks; Wenkai Chen; Shudan Yan; Tai-Yen Chen
Journal of Chemical Education, v101 n2 p514-520 2024
Single-molecule localization microscopy (SMLM) has revolutionized our ability to visualize cellular structures, offering unprecedented detail. However, the intricate biophysical principles that underlie SMLM can be daunting for newcomers, particularly undergraduate and graduate students. To address this challenge, we introduce the fundamental concepts of SMLM, providing a solid theoretical foundation. In addition, we have developed an intuitive graphical interface APP that simplifies these core concepts and makes them more accessible for students. This APP clarifies how super-resolved images are fitted and highlights the crucial factors that determine image quality. Our approach deepens students' understanding of SMLM by combining theoretical instruction with practical learning. This development equips them with the skills to carry out single-molecule super-resolved experiments and explore the microscopic world beyond the diffraction limit.
Descriptors: Molecular Structure, Chemistry, Science Instruction, Laboratory Equipment, Visual Aids, Cytology, Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students, Scientific Concepts, Biochemistry
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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