Building the Microscopes of Tomorrow - IPAM at UCLA

Explore the future of microscopy in this 50-minute lecture by Margaret Murnane from Colorado University, presented at IPAM's Green Family Lecture Series. Discover how advanced microscopes using light or electrons can provide unprecedented insights into the nano world, potentially revolutionizing fields such as nanotechnology, solar energy, and virology. Learn about the potential for observing computer chip and solar panel functionality at a microscopic level, as well as real-time virus cell penetration. Gain an understanding of how these cutting-edge imaging technologies could lead to more energy-efficient nanotechnologies and improved antimicrobials and vaccines. Recorded on October 10, 2022, this talk offers a glimpse into the microscopes of tomorrow and their transformative impact on scientific research and technological advancement.