Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Boxi Zhao"
- Boxi Zhao's recent research focuses on the metabolic processes associated with cancer, particularly in relation to circulating tumor cells (CTCs) and their role in metastasis, utilizing innovative methodologies such as Biofluorescence Imaging-Guided Spatial Metabolic Tracing (BIGSMT).
- Zhao explores the complexities of metabolic reprogramming in metastasis, challenging traditional views on the "Warburg Effect" and emphasizing the role of mitochondrial activity and oxidative phosphorylation in metastasis.
- In addition to cancer research, Zhao has contributed to plant biology, developing a deep-learning method (OrgSegNet) for efficient segmentation of plant organelles in electron microscopy, showcasing interdisciplinary applications of advanced imaging techniques.