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¹Department of Applied Biochemistry, School of Engineering, Tokai University, Kitakaname 4-1-1, Hiratsuka, Kanagawa 259-1292, Japan. ryuta@tokai-u.jp

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Summary

High-resolution X-ray microtomography enables detailed 3D visualization of biological soft tissues. This review covers practical methods for sample preparation, data collection, and analysis in X-ray microtomography applications.

Area of Science:

* Biomedical Imaging
* Structural Biology

Background:

* High-resolution X-ray microtomography offers advanced 3D structural analysis.
* Biological soft tissues present unique challenges for imaging.

Purpose of the Study:

* To review hard X-ray microtomography for visualizing 3D biological soft tissue structures.
* To detail practical aspects of sample preparation, data collection, and analysis.
* To explore various sample contrasting methods for enhanced imaging.

Main Methods:

* Introduction to hard X-ray microtomography principles.
* Discussion of sample preparation and handling techniques.
* Overview of data collection, 3D reconstruction, and analysis workflows.
* Detailed examination of contrasting methods for biological samples.

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* X-ray microtomography provides micrometer to submicrometer resolution 3D structural data.
* Practical guidelines for applying the technique to soft tissues are presented.
* Diverse biological applications are illustrated through case studies.

Conclusions:

* X-ray microtomography is a powerful tool for biological soft tissue research.
* The technique facilitates detailed 3D structural analysis.
* Future perspectives highlight the interdisciplinary nature of biological microtomography.