Massachusetts Institute of Technology · EngineeringSo Lab
Peter T. So · Cambridge, Massachusetts
Research Focus
Dr. Peter T. So's lab focuses on advancing microscopy techniques to better understand cellular processes, particularly regarding aging and senescent cells. Using high-speed imaging and machine learning, the lab develops innovative technologies that allow scientists to identify and analyze cells without destroying them, providing insights into their functions and states. This research could transform how we study cellular responses in various tissues and improve our knowledge of age-related diseases.
microscopysenescenceimaging technologymachine learninghigh throughput microscopy
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop advanced imaging techniques for high-throughput cellular analysis.
AIM 02Create a framework for label-free identification of senescent cells.
AIM 03Integrate multi-omics data with imaging for comprehensive cellular profiling.
AIM 04Improve microscopy throughput using optical diffractive networks.
AIM 05Characterize molecular heterogeneity across different tissue environments.
Skills the Lab Values
Raman microscopymachine learning algorithmsimage processingsingle-cell RNA sequencingdata integration methods
Output against the department
Publications610top 6% of dept.18th of 278
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Citations18ktop 21% of dept.59th of 278
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