6 March 2023
BioTechniques
BioTechniques is an open access journal and online resource, dedicated to the life science research community.
Image competition 2023
We are excited to announce the launch of our image competition in honor of BioTechniques' 40th anniversary! Submit up to three scientific images for a chance to win US $200 and have your image featured as the cover of BioTechniques' Special Focus issue later in the year.
News
Researchers have combined a hydrogel material with transplanted neural stem cells to grow brain tissue.
Scientists identify genes affecting root length that could make it easier to breed drought-resistant wheat.
Researchers are working together to create biocomputers powered by 3D cultures of human brain cells.
Academics have demonstrated that geckos can differentiate their own smell from the skin and feces of other geckos.
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Researchers have demonstrated novel cerebrospinal fluid dynamics in the brain.
Cryo-EM and cryo-ET are being used to uncover how cells function. Plus, how AI is being used to streamline these techniques.
Interviews with women in STEM
Michelle Itano is a cellular biophysicist, Assistant Professor of Cell Biology and Physiology, Editor-In-Chief of?BioTechniques, and Director of the Neuroscience Microscopy Core at the?University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill, where she develops and customizes state-of-the-art optical imaging and analysis applications for a wide range of scientific research. She utilizes innovative fluorescence microscopy methods – including super-resolution and simultaneous multi-plane imaging – to investigate how viruses, such as HIV-1, infect cells.?
Here, she discusses the importance of mentoring throughout her career, shares useful resources and networks and the advice she would give to her younger self.??
"I would tell myself to focus less on areas where I could grow and appreciate that there is value in working within your strengths and interests that already exist. Take time to listen to and build relationships with those who support you and know you well, and don’t amplify or give energy to the voices of your harshest critics."
Aisha Burton?is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, where her research focuses on characterizing small proteins to understand regulatory mechanisms, including how small proteins help?Escherichia coli (E. coli)?regulate its stress response.
Here, our Assistant Editor, Aisha Al-Janabi, speaks to Aisha about her research, the challenges of studying small proteins and the advice she would give to her younger self!
"I am thankful for the opportunity to share my voice. I think we need to hear from more women in science and just women in STEM because we are still a minority. I think it is getting better. I feel like we are at the cusp of getting better in the field. I am super hopeful that there is momentum moving forward."