Issue 13 | August 2022

It’s been a busy summer for the CZI community. Today, we wanted to pause and take a moment to share a few new stories we’ve been inspired by — including a day in the life of a computational imaging scientist and a profile of a virologist making groundbreaking discoveries related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS.

You can also dive into our newest series: How It Works. These stories break down big topics to inform you about the scientific and technological advances contributing to our mission to build a more inclusive, just and healthy future for everyone.

A Day in the Life of an Imaging Scientist: Laura Waller

Scientist Laura Waller is pushing the frontiers of imaging. Explore a day in her life and lab, building microscopes that help neuroscientists understand the brain.

How an Urgent Call From a Family in Italy Changed This Scientist’s Career

Ivan Marazzi didn’t set out to study neurodegenerative disease, but he was inspired to change the course of his career after a pivotal conversation with a concerned father.

How It Works: Scientific Breakthroughs Explained

Science can get complicated. But it should be accessible. Dive into stories about the people and products tackling society’s toughest challenges.