Decoding the Human Tissue: An In-Depth Atlas

Researchers are developing a specialized atlas to unravel the mysteries of human tissue, including the types of cells, gene activity, and protein identification within various tissues. The atlas will focus on both human tissues and organoids, three-dimensional tissue aggregates grown in the lab. Using a new imaging technique called 4i technology, researchers visualized 53 different proteins in retinal organoids, providing insights into retinal development. The researchers plan to expand their mapping approach to other tissue types, such as the human brain and tumor tissues, to create a comprehensive atlas that sheds light on organoid and tissue development and aids in disease research.