醫學研究部儀器講習（第11519期）

題目：（外賓演講）Spatial Cytometry: Sorting the Single-Cell Landscape to Decode Health and Disease空間細胞體學：透過單細胞空間解析探索健康與疾病

時間：2026年08月19日（三）14:00-16:00

地點：臺北榮民總醫院第四會議室

聯絡人：戴筱芸；分機24061；[email protected]

主講人：BD全球生物科學副總裁 | 市場開發副總裁 | BD/Waters傑出研究員Robert (Bob) Balderas

報名網址：https://edu3.vghtpe.gov.tw/edu/CourseOne?crid=414853

說明：

Flow cytometry has long been a cornerstone technique in cell biology, allowing for the quantitative analysis of cell populations based on specific biological markers. Traditionally, flow cytometry provides robust data regarding cell size, granularity, and fluorescence intensity with high throughput. However, it often lacks the spatial context of cellular morphology and complex structural features. Recent advancements in imaging technology have enabled the integration of imaging capabilities with traditional flow cytometry, creating a powerful hybrid approach for both analysis and sorting applications.

 This augmentation allows for the simultaneous acquisition of quantitative and qualitative data, enhancing the interpretation of cellular characteristics. By employing imaging flow cytometry, one can visualize individual cells in a flow system, capturing detailed morphologic information alongside traditional metrics. This integration facilitates the study of cellular interactions, subcellular localization of proteins, and alterations in cellular architecture in response to various stimuli and with sorting one can obtain the transcriptome from a single cell based on spatial location of protein within a given cell.

 The convergence of flow cytometry and imaging not only enhances analytical capabilities but also propels us toward a more comprehensive understanding of complex biological systems. As this field continues to evolve, it promises to redefine cell analysis methodologies and strengthen the bridge between quantitative data and qualitative imaging in biomedical research.