Long-term imaging of calcium dynamics using genetically encoded calcium indicators and automatic tracking of cultured cells

BioTechniques
Igor RazlivanovAnton Nikolaev

Abstract

Calcium dynamics is crucial for many signaling pathways and cell functions. Understanding how calcium regulates cell function often requires long-term imaging of calcium dynamics. Here we report a methodological approach of long-term (5-10 h) imaging of calcium dynamics in cultured cells. The approach links calcium imaging using genetically encoded calcium indicators and semi-automatic tracking of individual cells. It can be used in a large variety of situations, ranging from the role of calcium in biological processes to cell heterogeneity and screening of drugs modifying signaling pathways.

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Oct 12, 2021·Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology·Pavel KatuninAnton Nikolaev

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