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FBI Connect webinar is back!

Posted by Marine Beraud, on 29 October 2026

The new edition of FBI Connect, the France-BioImaging’s webinar series dedicated to imaging-related developments and innovative approaches within the FBI community, will take place on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 11:00 to 12:00. This session will focus on a new generation of fluorescent probes, with Ludovic Jullien, researcher at the ENS-PSL Chemistry Department. Ludovic Jullien

Announcing AI in Microscopy: A BioImaging Guide

Posted by Owen Puls, on 27 October 2026

AI in Microscopy: A BioImaging Guide (https://bioimagingai.janelia.org/) is available now! This free, online textbook bridges the gap between tool developers & microscopists + biologists. Whether you’re new to AI or already using it, we hope this book gives you the confidence to apply AI in your research.

UK-BIAS is here!

Posted by Stefania Marcotti, on 16 October 2026

Drowning in image data? Think there might be a better way to analyse it, but not sure where to start? 🆘 UK-BIAS to the rescue! 🔬 We’re the first dedicated bioimage analysis service within the UK Node of Euro-BioImaging, bringing together specialists from ten UK institutions. We cover the full experimental life cycle, from an

I2KxBINA 2026: Cultivating the Multi-scale Imaging Frontier

Posted by Ethan A. Perets, on 24 September 2026

We are continuing to build upon our tradition of gathering scientists to discuss cutting edge open-source solutions and interactive tutorials. Can’t join us in Madison? You can still be part of I2KxBINA 2026 virtually via Zoom Events!

Funding for Imaging Services for Start-ups and SMEs

Posted by Johanna Bischof, on 11 September 2026

SME Access Pilot: Funding for Imaging Services for Start-ups and SMEs Are you a start-up or SME looking to solve a research or technical challenge using advanced imaging? The Euro-BioImaging SME Access Pilot offers funded access to Europe’s leading biological and biomedical imaging facilities, helping companies generate proof-of-concept data, evaluate new technologies, access specialised expertise,

BINA Nanoscopy User Group, September 10, 12 PM ET

Posted by Ethan A. Perets, on 3 September 2026

The next BioImaging North America Nanoscopy User Group will take place via Zoom on September 10 at 12 PM ET/11 AM CT/9 AM PT. Nicolas H. Piguel (Center for Advanced Microscopy, Northwestern University) will deliver the presentation “Imaging with the MIRAVA POLYSCOPE”, followed by community discussion. The focus of the Nanoscopy User Group is to create a

SFBS 2026: extended deadline and first programme highlights

Posted by Marine Beraud, on 22 June 2026

The Sino-French BioImaging Symposium 2026 is coming to Bordeaux (France) from October 19 to 21, 2026, for three days dedicated to Super-Resolution Microscopy for Biological Imaging. Organized in the framework of the CNRS International Research Network – BioImage, SFBS 2026 will bring together leading international scientists to explore the latest advances in super-resolution microscopy, advanced optical imaging and quantitative biology. The programme is gradually being unveiled, with

BINA Nanoscopy User Group, June 11, 12 PM ET

Posted by Ethan A. Perets, on 3 June 2026

The next BioImaging North America Nanoscopy User Group will take place via Zoom on June 11 at 12 PM ET/11 AM CT/9 AM PT. Hijab Fatima (Columbia University Irving Center) will deliver the presentation “Decoding Nanoscale Protein Organization in NK Cells Using DNA-PAINT”, followed by community discussion. The focus of the Nanoscopy User Group is to create

Join the super-resolution microscopy community at SFBS 2026 in Bordeaux!

Posted by Marine Beraud, on 2 June 2026

The super-resolution microscopy community is invited to gather in Bordeaux (France) from October 19 to 21, 2026, for the Sino-French Bioimaging Symposium 2026 – an international congress dedicated to super-resolution microscopy and its applications in biological imaging. Over three days, SFBS 2026 will bring together internationally renowned experts in super-resolution microscopy, advanced optical imaging and

I2KxBINA 2026 Poster Submission Open & Early Bird Registration extended to June 22

Posted by BioImaging North America, on 21 May 2026

Poster submission form open! Come showcase your work at I2KxBINA 2026!

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Toggle-Untoggle – a cell segmentation tool with an interactive user verification interface J Cell Sci 2025 138: jcs264154
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The short isoform of Tango1 is dispensable for zebrafish survival but is required for skeletal patterning and integrity Biology Open 2025 14: bio062117

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