Henriques Lab Awarded La Caixa Health Research Grant

The Henriques Lab has been awarded a La Caixa Foundation Health Research Grant for developing AI-controlled microscopy systems.

Project Scope

The project focuses on creating microscopes that automatically adjust illumination parameters in real time during imaging. The system will enable continuous observation of viral infection processes over extended time periods.

Technical Approach

The project involves: - Adaptive imaging systems that optimize illumination based on sample conditions - Automated adjustment of imaging parameters during acquisition - Long-term live-cell tracking of infection dynamics

Scientific Objectives

The automated microscopy system aims to enable longitudinal studies of viral infection mechanisms by maintaining imaging conditions throughout the observation period while minimizing phototoxicity.

Funding Agency: La Caixa Foundation

Grant announcement