[Okayama University] Held a hands-on training workshop on single-particle analysis using cryo-electron microscopy
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Okayama University hosted a hybrid hands-on training workshop on single-particle analysis using cryo-electron microscopy, attracting 49 participants. Associate Professor Noritaka Numamoto and Assistant Professor Bicheng Cai led the practical sessions, providing guidance on analytical techniques. This initiative is expected to contribute to various fields, including drug discovery research.
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- Q: What is single-particle analysis using cryo-electron microscopy?
- A: It is a technique for high-resolution analysis of the three-dimensional structures of biomolecules like proteins, using frozen samples to observe structures in a near-native state.
- Q: When was this workshop held?
- A: It was held on May 29th and 30th, 2026, at the KIBINOVE Co-creation Innovation Lab on Okayama University's Tsushima Campus.
- Q: How many participants attended the workshop?
- A: A total of 49 people participated, with 14 in-person (from Okayama University, Okayama University of Science, Kochi University, and Nagoya University) and 35 online.
- Q: Can I watch the workshop content later?
- A: Yes, the contents of the workshop can be viewed via the link on the International Center for Structural Biology (ICSB) website.
- Q: What fields does cryo-electron microscopy technology contribute to?
- A: It is expected to contribute to elucidating molecular mechanisms and solving problems in various fields, including drug discovery research, energy issues, food problems, and environmental issues.