Carnegie Mellon University · BiologyZhao Lab
Yongxin Zhao · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Research Focus
Yongxin Zhao's lab focuses on developing advanced imaging technologies to study cancer biology at the nanoscale. They aim to create techniques that allow researchers to visualize the intricate 3D tumor microenvironment, including the interactions between cancer and immune cells. This innovative approach combines various microscopy methods to provide insights that could improve cancer therapies, such as immunotherapy. By enhancing our understanding of cellular organization in health and disease, the lab aims to uncover new avenues for treatment.
3D ImagingCancer BiologyImmunotherapyMicroscopyBiomolecule Imaging
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop a 3D volumetric super-resolution imaging system for tumor microenvironments.
AIM 02Visualize immune cell interactions in lung cancer using advanced imaging techniques.
AIM 03Create a versatile imaging method for diverse biological specimens.
AIM 04Establish a universal biomolecule anchor for microscopy.
AIM 05Enhance imaging techniques to improve cancer treatment strategies.
Skills the Lab Values
Fluorescence MicroscopyExpansion MicroscopyGenetically Engineered Mouse ModelsTissue Preservation TechniquesImmunostainingHigh-resolution ImagingSample Preparation for MicroscopyData Analysis in ImagingAutomation in Imaging Workflows
Output against the department
Publications87bottom 28% of dept.738th of 1,033
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most publishedleast published
Citations7.3ktop 50% of dept.515th of 1,033
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most citedleast cited
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