Recent advances in the life sciences have given researchers increasingly detailed insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying health and disease. One thing, however, is missing: the spatial dimension. Spatial omics seeks to remedy this, and VIB has invested in this suite of technologies since it burst on the scene. But what is spatial omics, and what are the challenges that remain?
“By adding that extra layer of spatial information,” says Wai Long Tam, Head of VIB Tech Watch and member of the organizing committee for VIB's Spatial Omics conference, “we’ve learned a lot about the importance of a cell’s place within a tissue of interest, especially in the context of health and disease.”
Read the full article where Wai Long Tam and Head of VIB Technology Training Alex Botzki are interviewed about these challenges.
Are you interested in finding out more about the Spatial Omics conference? Visit the conference website here.
