# Super-Resolution Cell and Tissue Imaging via Parallel Multifocal Scanning Microscopy

> **NSF 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT** · Georgia Tech Research Corporation (GA) · $861,467

## Abstract

An award is made to Georgia Institute of Technology to enable research and educational infrastructure innovations in biophotonics and advanced microscopy. The research goal is to develop and implement parallel multifocal scanning microscopy (PMS), a super-resolution imaging technique for cells and tissues that involves minimal instrument complexity. PMS utilizes specimen movement, allowing multicolor, real-time, volumetric super-resolution microscopy through a standard epi-fluorescence platform. The project will develop the PMS platform (Aim 1), demonstrate its super-resolution imaging capabilities (Aim 2), and showcase its potential applications in pathology and in vivo cell biology (Aim 3). This technique will provide a timely and accessible infrastructure breakthrough for a wide range of cell biological research, fostering new insights into cell physiology and pathology. The project aims to advance imaging science and technology, transform cross-disciplinary research and education infrastructure, and increase participation from scientific communities and underrepresented groups in STEM. Success will establish and strengthen a leading biophotonics research and education infrastructure at the emerging intersection of imaging innovation and life sciences. These efforts will also impact the training of future imaging engineers and professionals, encouraging collaboration across diverse disciplines.
 
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## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2503686
- **Awardee organization:** Georgia Tech Research Corporation (GA)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** EMW9FC8J3HN4
- **PI:** Shu Jia
- **Primary program:** 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
- **All programs:** —
- **Estimated total:** $861,467
- **Funds obligated:** $861,467
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 09/01/2025 → 08/31/2028

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2503686

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2503686, Super-Resolution Cell and Tissue Imaging via Parallel Multifocal Scanning Microscopy. Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-09 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2503686. Licensed CC0.

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