turIde

turIde is a research project focused on the development of new optical techniques for imaging and manipulation of biological samples. The project, which originated from the Institute of Optics, Information and Photonics at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), aims to push the boundaries of what is possible in light microscopy.

A key area of turIde's research involves the application of advanced illumination schemes and detector technologies. This includes exploring structured illumination microscopy, super-resolution techniques, and advanced computational imaging methods to achieve higher spatial and temporal resolutions than traditional optical microscopes. The goal is to enable scientists to observe biological processes at unprecedented detail, from the molecular level to the cellular and tissue scale.

The project also investigates novel light-matter interactions for more precise control over biological specimens. This can involve using light to activate specific molecular pathways or to precisely manipulate cellular structures without physical contact. Such capabilities hold significant promise for applications in cell biology, neuroscience, and potentially in therapeutic interventions. turIde's work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration between physicists, biologists, and engineers to translate cutting-edge optical principles into practical tools for life science research. The project contributes to the broader field of advanced microscopy by developing innovative hardware and sophisticated algorithms.