The Hudson Transparencies: magical work of past RMS President revisited in modern exhibition (infocus #83 September 2026)

The aim of the studentship evolved significantly over the course of my placement with the Advanced Imaging Core Technologies Unit (AICTU). The central aim, however, of advancing my imaging skills across a range of microscopical and analytical techniques, remained consistent.

Phagocytosis is the process by which macrophages, key cells of the innate immune system, engulf and destroy pathogens and dead cells.

When I started on my journey into microscopy in 2020, the initial aim was to make a UV transmission microscope for my research into sunscreens (previously written about in Crowther, 2021). Very soon I found myself in need of something to help me determine the resolution of my microscope and this was where I was introduced to the wonderful world of diatoms.