Marketa Kaiser

November 21th, 2025 – 1:00-2:00pm, EC4-2101A

X-ray computed microtomography (microCT) has emerged as a powerful and versatile imaging technique for the structural analysis of biological samples. By combining non-destructive imaging with micrometer-scale spatial resolution, microCT enables comprehensive 3D visualization of tissues, organs, and whole organisms. Recent advances in X-ray sources, detector sensitivity, and reconstruction algorithms have expanded the range of biological specimens that can be imaged, from mineralized structures such as bone and teeth to soft tissues enhanced with contrast agents. This talk will discuss relevant sample preparation strategies and demonstrate their application across multiple biological systems. Case studies will include 3D visualizations and quantification of cartilaginous structures, as well as mapping of internal architectures across different species. Collectively, these examples illustrate how the microCT technique provides deep insights into biological form and function and underscore its growing role as a key tool in modern biological imaging and experimental design.