Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Computed Tomography01:10

Computed Tomography

7.3K
Tomography refers to imaging by sections. Computed tomography (CT) is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses computers to analyze several cross-sectional X-rays to reveal minute details about structures in the body.
The technique was invented in the 1970s and is based on the principle that as X-rays pass through the body, they are absorbed or reflected at different levels. In the technique, a patient lies on a motorized platform while a computerized axial tomography (CAT) scanner rotates...
7.3K
Imaging Studies III: Computed Tomography01:27

Imaging Studies III: Computed Tomography

92
DefinitionComputed Tomography (CT) of the genitourinary (GU) tract is a non-invasive imaging modality that utilizes X-rays and computer processing to generate detailed cross-sectional images of the urinary system, encompassing the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and adjacent structures such as the adrenal glands.PurposeCT scans of the GU tract serve several diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, including:Diagnosis of Urinary Tract Diseases: Detects kidney stones, tumors, cysts, and congenital...
92
Electron Microscope Tomography and Single-particle Reconstruction01:07

Electron Microscope Tomography and Single-particle Reconstruction

2.6K
Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) can be used to determine the 3D structure of biological samples with the help of techniques such as electron microscope tomography and single-particle reconstruction. While single-particle reconstruction can examine macromolecules and macromolecular complexes in vitro conditions only, tomography permits the study of cell components or small cells in vivo.
Electron Tomography
Electron tomography can be performed either in TEM or STEM (scanning transmission...
2.6K
X-ray Imaging01:24

X-ray Imaging

8.9K
German physicist Wilhelm Röntgen (1845–1923) was experimenting with electrical current when he discovered that a mysterious and invisible "ray" would pass through his flesh but leave an outline of his bones on a screen coated with a metal compound. In 1895, Röntgen made the first durable record of the internal parts of a living human: an "X-ray" image (as it came to be called) of his wife’s hand. Scientists worldwide quickly began their own experiments with...
8.9K
Imaging Studies I: CT and MRI01:14

Imaging Studies I: CT and MRI

538
Introduction: MRI and CT scans are crucial advancements in medical imaging techniques, playing a vital role in diagnosing conditions related to the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Each scan serves distinct purposes, targets specific areas, and requires unique nursing duties.
Description of the Procedures
Computed Tomography (CT) scan:
Computed Tomography (CT) scans use X-ray technology to generate detailed images of bones, organs, and tissues. During the scan, the patient lies on a moving table...
538
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray01:20

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray

324
The most common cardiovascular diagnostic test is an X-ray. It produces images of the heart, blood vessels, and adjacent structures.
Definition and Purpose
An X-ray, or radiograph, is a non-invasive method that uses ionizing radiation to take images of internal structures. It is mainly used in cardiac imaging to examine the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels, aiming to identify abnormalities in the heart's size, shape, and position, such as heart failure, congenital defects, and vascular...
324

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

The hypoxic niche enclosing the shoot apical meristem is shaped by a combination of morphological features and metabolic activity.

Molecular plant·2026
Same author

Effect of drift-reducing spray configurations on spray deposition and coverage in winter wheat.

Pest management science·2026
Same author

Panoptic segmentation for complete labeling of fruit microstructure in 3D micro-CT images with deep learning.

Plant phenomics (Washington, D.C.)·2025
Same author

Unbiased identification of cell identity in dense mixed neural cultures.

eLife·2025
Same author

Proximity adjusted centroid mapping for accurate detection of nuclei in dense 3D cell systems.

Computers in biology and medicine·2024
Same author

An agarose fluidic chip for high-throughput <i>in toto</i> organoid imaging.

Lab on a chip·2024

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 23, 2025

Using High Resolution Computed Tomography to Visualize the Three Dimensional Structure and Function of Plant Vasculature
11:49

Using High Resolution Computed Tomography to Visualize the Three Dimensional Structure and Function of Plant Vasculature

Published on: April 5, 2013

21.3K

X-ray computed tomography for 3D plant imaging.

Agnese Piovesan1, Valérie Vancauwenberghe1, Tim Van De Looverbosch1

  • 1Katholieke Universiteit (KU) Leuven, Division MeBioS (Mechatronics, Biostatistics, and Sensors) - Postharvest Group, Willem de Croylaan 42, BE-3001 Leuven, Belgium.

Trends in Plant Science
|August 18, 2021
PubMed
Summary

X-ray computed tomography (CT) offers advanced 3D plant imaging for development and transport studies. Recent advances improve resolution and speed, addressing challenges in plant phenotyping and data management.

Keywords:
digital modelimage databasemultiscale modelingplant microstructure

More Related Videos

Extracting Metrics for Three-dimensional Root Systems: Volume and Surface Analysis from In-soil X-ray Computed Tomography Data
09:37

Extracting Metrics for Three-dimensional Root Systems: Volume and Surface Analysis from In-soil X-ray Computed Tomography Data

Published on: April 26, 2016

8.7K
Author Spotlight: Advancements in X-ray CT Tool Chain for Tree Core Analysis
06:56

Author Spotlight: Advancements in X-ray CT Tool Chain for Tree Core Analysis

Published on: September 22, 2023

1.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Oct 23, 2025

Using High Resolution Computed Tomography to Visualize the Three Dimensional Structure and Function of Plant Vasculature
11:49

Using High Resolution Computed Tomography to Visualize the Three Dimensional Structure and Function of Plant Vasculature

Published on: April 5, 2013

21.3K
Extracting Metrics for Three-dimensional Root Systems: Volume and Surface Analysis from In-soil X-ray Computed Tomography Data
09:37

Extracting Metrics for Three-dimensional Root Systems: Volume and Surface Analysis from In-soil X-ray Computed Tomography Data

Published on: April 26, 2016

8.7K
Author Spotlight: Advancements in X-ray CT Tool Chain for Tree Core Analysis
06:56

Author Spotlight: Advancements in X-ray CT Tool Chain for Tree Core Analysis

Published on: September 22, 2023

1.3K

Area of Science:

  • Plant biology
  • Biophysics
  • Imaging science

Background:

  • X-ray computed tomography (CT) is crucial for 3D imaging of plant structures.
  • Applications span plant development, morphogenesis, and modeling transport processes.
  • Current limitations include contrast, resolution, and processing time for high-throughput phenotyping.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in X-ray CT for plant imaging.
  • To highlight opportunities for studying plant transport processes using 3D imaging.
  • To address challenges in data management for large 3D image datasets.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent literature on X-ray CT techniques in plant science.
  • Discussion of emerging imaging modalities (phase contrast, multispectral, dark-field, soft X-ray, time-resolved).
  • Exploration of data management strategies for large-scale 3D plant imaging.

Main Results:

  • Significant progress has been made in enhancing contrast and resolution in plant CT imaging.
  • New imaging techniques offer novel insights into plant structures and functions.
  • High-throughput phenotyping is becoming more feasible with faster acquisition and processing.
  • Data management remains a critical challenge with increasing data volumes.

Conclusions:

  • X-ray CT is a rapidly evolving field with substantial potential for plant science research.
  • Continued development is needed to overcome current limitations and fully leverage 3D imaging capabilities.
  • Future research should focus on integrating advanced imaging with data science for comprehensive plant analysis.