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Researchers look to advanced metabolic imaging to improve cancer immunotherapy

Researchers look to advanced metabolic imaging to improve cancer immunotherapy

Researchers at the Morgridge Institute and UW–Madison are using advanced metabolic imaging to identify ways to improve CAR T cell therapy against solid tumors.

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Rising Sparks: Peter Favreau, biomedical imaging alum

Rising Sparks: Peter Favreau, biomedical imaging alum

Along with curiosity and collaboration, Peter Favreau focused on developing his interpersonal skills to find success in building a career in microscopy.

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Rock out at the 15th annual Wisconsin Science Festival 

Rock out at the 15th annual Wisconsin Science Festival 

Get ready to rock and roll at the Wisconsin Science Festival, held October 16-26, featuring over 650 events throughout the state.

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Advanced imaging highlights quick-changing act of innate immune cells

Advanced imaging highlights quick-changing act of innate immune cells

New research from the Melissa Skala Lab uses advanced metabolic imaging to study neutrophil metabolism in cell culture and a live zebrafish model.

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The Case for Curiosity: Why Discovery-Driven Research Matters

Featured Event

November 13 @ 7:00 pm

The Case for Curiosity: Why Discovery-Driven Research Matters

Curiosity has always been linked to discovery. Yet in today’s research environment, the value of curiosity-driven science is often questioned. The Morgridge Institute for Research invites you to a panel discussion on how open-ended exploration transforms lives and sparks innovation. Experts will highlight how investments in curiosity lead to breakthroughs in health, industry, and society — and why fostering discovery-driven research is essential for the future.

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