{"id":1789,"date":"2026-04-08T11:19:40","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T09:19:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/blog\/life-innovation\/?p=1789"},"modified":"2026-04-08T11:19:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T09:19:42","slug":"the-hidden-architecture-of-chromosomes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/blog\/life-innovation\/the-hidden-architecture-of-chromosomes\/","title":{"rendered":"Revealing the Hidden Architecture of Chromosomes: How Yokogawa and Nikon Enable Breakthrough Research"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Why Chromosome Folding Matters in Cell Biology<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding how chromosomes fold during mitosis is one of the most fundamental challenges in cell biology. Chromosome architecture determines how genetic material is organized, replicated, and segregated during cell division\u2014a process essential for life and with implications in cell death, rare developmental disorders or cancer formation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, scientists at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.embl.org\/news\/science-technology\/how-chromosomes-shape-up-for-cell-division\/\">European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)<\/a> published a new study that illuminates this complex process on high-resolution level for the first time. Their research, detailed in Cell, introduces new insights into the mechanisms of chromosome folding during mitosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Achieving these results required more than scientific ingenuity\u2014it demanded imaging technology capable of capturing nanoscale chromatin structures in living cells with unprecedented clarity. This is where <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/solutions\/products-and-services\/life-science\/spinning-disk-confocal\/super-resolution\/\">Yokogawa\u2019s CSU-W1 SoRa confocal system<\/a>, combined with Nikon\u2019s advanced ECLIPSE Ti2-E microscope platform, played a pivotal role. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EMBL&#8217;s Breakthrough: 3D Chromatin Tracing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The EMBL team tackled a long-standing challenge: visualizing the dynamic folding of chromosomes in three dimensions during cell division. Traditional imaging methods often fall short, either lacking the resolution to resolve fine chromatin structures or introducing phototoxicity that compromises live-cell observations.<br><br>By applying a novel nanoscale 3D chromatin tracing approach called <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1038\/s41467-025-61689-y\">Loop trace<\/a>, researchers mapped chromosome architecture at resolutions previously unattainable in living cells. This technique revealed how chromosomes compact and organize themselves during mitosis\u2014forming very large and overlapping loops mediated by protein complexes called Condensins. Building these loops, the chromosomes get compacted and kept in form.<br><br>These findings not only deepen our understanding of genome organization but also open new avenues for studying how disruptions in these processes contribute to disease. For a detailed look at the methodology, Nikon has published an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microscope.healthcare.nikon.com\/de_EU\/resources\/application-notes\/nanoscale-3d-chromatin-tracing\">application note<\/a> explaining the technical underpinnings of this breakthrough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-technology-behind-the-discovery\">The Technology Behind the Discovery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How CSU-W1 SoRa Enables Nanoscale Live-Cell Imaging<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-74d0a6db wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/csu-w1-sora.png \" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/csu-w1-sora.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-1791\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At the heart of this achievement lies <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/solutions\/products-and-services\/life-science\/spinning-disk-confocal\/super-resolution\/\">Yokogawa\u2019s CSU-W1 SoRa<\/a>\u2014a super-resolution spinning disk confocal system designed for live-cell imaging. SoRa combines the speed and low phototoxicity of spinning disk confocal microscopy with optical super-resolution, enabling researchers to visualize structures down to ~120 nm without compromising cell viability.<br><br>This capability was essential for capturing the fine details of chromatin organization during mitosis. The CSU-W1 SoRa allowed the EMBL team to perform high-speed, high-resolution imaging over extended periods, preserving the integrity of living cells while revealing nanoscale features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nikon\u2019s ECLIPSE Ti2\u2011E: An inverted microscope for a stable, high-performance platform<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Complementing this system was Nikon\u2019s ECLIPSE Ti2-E inverted microscope with Perfect Focus System 4 (PFS 4), which provided a stable, high-performance platform for integration with Yokogawa\u2019s confocal technology. In combination with Nikon\u2019s high\u2011quality objectives, the setup offered the optical precision needed for demanding live\u2011cell and high\u2011content imaging workflows. When paired with fully automated, customized microfluidics, enabled through the JOBS module in Nikon\u2019s NIS\u2011Elements software, the system delivered a robust, end\u2011to\u2011end imaging solution. Together, these instruments formed a powerful imaging solution that made nanoscale 3D chromatin tracing possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Testament to Collaboration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-027404e6 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/chromatin-2-1024x422.png \" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/chromatin-2-1024x422.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-1796\" width=\"1140\" height=\"470\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This research exemplifies what can be achieved through strategic collaboration. Yokogawa and Nikon have a long-standing partnership focused on advancing imaging technologies for life sciences. By combining Yokogawa\u2019s expertise in confocal systems with Nikon\u2019s leadership in optical microscopy, the two companies have enabled scientists to push the boundaries of what is observable.<br><br>The EMBL study stands as a flagship example of this synergy. It demonstrates how joint innovation can empower researchers to tackle complex biological questions and deliver insights that were once out of reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Implications for Cancer Research, Developmental Biology, and Drug Discovery<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ability to visualize chromosome folding at nanoscale resolution in living cells has far-reaching implications:<br>&#8211; Cancer Research: Chromosome misfolding and segregation errors are hallmarks of cancer. Understanding these processes at a structural level could inform new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.<br>&#8211; Developmental Biology: Chromatin architecture influences gene expression during development. High-resolution imaging can help unravel how these patterns are established and maintained.<br>&#8211; Drug Discovery: By revealing how chromosomes respond to chemical perturbations, advanced imaging can accelerate the development of targeted therapies.<br><br>As imaging technologies continue to evolve, Yokogawa remains committed to supporting life science innovation. Our goal is to provide researchers with tools that not only meet today\u2019s challenges but also anticipate tomorrow\u2019s discoveries. The EMBL study is more than a scientific milestone\u2014it is a testament to the power of technology and collaboration. By combining Yokogawa\u2019s CSU-W1 SoRa with Nikon\u2019s advanced microscopy platform, researchers have unlocked new insights into the architecture of life at its most fundamental level.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more, explore these resources:<br>&#8211; EMBL Research Story: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.embl.org\/news\/science-technology\/how-chromosomes-shape-up-for-cell-division\/\">How chromosomes shape up for cell division | EMBL<br><\/a>&#8211; Cell Journal Paper: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cell.com\/cell\/fulltext\/S0092-8674(25)00255-7\">Nanoscale DNA tracing reveals the self-organization mechanism of mitotic chromosomes: Cell<br><\/a>&#8211; Nikon Application Note: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microscope.healthcare.nikon.com\/de_EU\/resources\/application-notes\/nanoscale-3d-chromatin-tracing\">Nanoscale 3D chromatin tracing using the Nikon ECLIPSE Ti2-E with Yokogawa CSU-W1 SoRa spinning disk system | Application Notes | Hintergrundwissen | Nikon Europe B.V.<br><\/a>&#8211; Yokogawa CSU-W1 SoRa: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/solutions\/products-and-services\/life-science\/spinning-disk-confocal\/super-resolution\/\">CSU-W1 SoRa Confocal Scanner Unit | Yokogawa Europe<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how CSU-W1 SoRa and Nikon Ti2-E empower EMBL scientists to visualize chromosome folding in 3D at nanoscale resolution during&hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yokogawa.com\/eu\/blog\/life-innovation\/the-hidden-architecture-of-chromosomes\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Revealing the Hidden Architecture of Chromosomes: How Yokogawa and Nikon Enable Breakthrough Research<\/span> Read More 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