Using Worms, Microscopy, and Image Analysis to Understand Neurodegenerative Mechanisms - Alex Neupauer

Year
2026
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Summary

This research uses nematode worms and machine learning to quantify changes in neuron structure linked to neurodegenerative diseases. By replacing subjective visual analysis with objective computational methods, it identifies structural abnormalities and improves understanding of disease mechanisms, supporting future advances in diagnosis and treatment.