Laser & Optoelectronics Progress, Volume. 61, Issue 2, 0211010(2024)

Advances in Deep-Tissue Light-Sheet Fluorescence Microscopic Imaging (Invited)

Xiao Zhou1,2,3, Chao Zuo1,2,3、**, and Yongtao Liu1,2,3、*
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  • 1Smart Computational Imaging Laboratory (SCILab), School of Electronic and Optical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, Jiangsu , China
  • 2Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Spectral Imaging & Intelligent Sense, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, Jiangsu , China
  • 3Smart Computational Imaging Research Institute (SCIRI), Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210019, Jiangsu , China
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    As biomedical research delves deeper into the intricacies of tissue structure and function, the demand for high-resolution, high-signal-to-noise-ratio deep-tissue imaging technologies has become critical. Traditional microscopy, limited to two-dimensional, transparent thin biological samples, falls short in satisfying the current requirements for three-dimensional deep-tissue imaging in biomedical sciences. In contrast, light-sheet fluorescence microscopy distinguishes itself through its attributes—low photodamage, rapid acquisition, extensive field of view, and volumetric imaging—establishing it as a cornerstone among biologists. Despite these advantages, the intrinsic high-scattering characteristics of biological tissues pose formidable challenges to achieving deep imaging. This review focuses on recent progress in light-sheet fluorescence microscopy for deep tissue imaging, emphasizing strategies that overcome challenges associated with high-scattering samples, so as to provide valuable insights to researchers in related fields, assisting them in developing a preliminary comprehension of the latest innovations and future possibilities inherent in this cutting-edge technology. Firstly, the basic principles of light-sheet fluorescence microscopy and the causes and effects of high-scattering absorption characteristics are explained. Subsequently, recent progress in enhancing tissue penetration depth and addressing issues such as light scattering and absorption is further examined. Finally, the development prospects and potential applications of light-sheet fluorescence microscopy imaging technology with high penetration depth and anti-scattering ability are discussed.

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    Xiao Zhou, Chao Zuo, Yongtao Liu. Advances in Deep-Tissue Light-Sheet Fluorescence Microscopic Imaging (Invited)[J]. Laser & Optoelectronics Progress, 2024, 61(2): 0211010

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    Paper Information

    Category: Imaging Systems

    Received: Dec. 1, 2023

    Accepted: Dec. 20, 2023

    Published Online: Feb. 6, 2024

    The Author Email: Zuo Chao (zuochao@njust.edu.cn), Liu Yongtao (Yongtao.Liu@njust.edu.cn)

    DOI:10.3788/LOP232599

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