Researchers optically trap, move and analyze living cells with laser/microscope combo
Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - 13:50
in Physics & Chemistry
A new instrument lets researchers use multiple laser beams and a microscope to trap and move cells and then analyze them in real-time with a sensitive analysis technique known as Raman spectroscopy. The instrument could allow scientists to learn more about how infections take hold or the formation of antibiotic-resistant bacterial biofilms.