Discover Spatial Biology: See Cells in Context

Discover Spatial Biology: See Cells in Context

Spatial biology is a transformative new field that allows us to study cells and molecules right where they live—revealing not just what’s present, but exactly where it happens. Using cutting-edge platforms like spatial transcriptomics and multiplexed protein imaging, researchers can now map tissues at single-cell or even subcellular resolution. This means we can see not only the abundance of cells and proteins in a tissue, but also where they are, whether they are colocalised, and how they might communicate.

Why does this matter? The function of a cell and the role of molecules in a tissue depend on their precise location and their interactions with the surrounding environment. For example, the environmental context of cells within a tumour can influence how quickly it progresses and how it responds to treatment. Spatial biology technologies are revolutionizing biomedical research—uncovering new biomarkers, guiding precision therapies, and helping us build detailed atlases of human tissues.

Curious about spatial biology and how it could advance your research? Join us to learn about the latest spatial biology research happening in FBMH and CRUK MI and discover the support available to help you kickstart your own spatial biology journey.

Event Details:

• When: Wednesday 19th November
• Where: Michael Smith Building, Main campus, University of Manchester
• Sign up: here

Whether you’re new to spatial biology or looking to deepen your understanding, this event will provide insights, inspiration, and practical guidance to help you see cells—and science—in a whole new context.

Spatial Biology at Manchester Agenda

9.30am-10.00am

Coffee and registration

10.00am-10.10am

Introduction

Kevin Couper and Claus Jorgenson

10.10am – 11.30am

Session 1: Spatial Transcriptomics

10.10am – 10.30am – Karen Piper Hanley

10.30am – 10.50am – Wolfgang Breitwieser

10.50am – 11.10am – Stephen Richardson

11.10am-11.30am - Charlotte Russell

11.30am – 11.50am

Coffee

11.50am – 1.10pm

Session 2: Spatial Imaging

11.50am – 12.10pm – Patrick Caswell

12.10pm – 12.30pm – Mike Haley

12.30pm – 12.50pm – Abdullah Shahzad

12.50 – 1.10pm - Eleanor Rees

1.10pm – 2.10pm

Lunch

2.10pm – 3.30pm

Session 3: Data Analysis for Spatial Biology

2.10pm – 2.30pm – David Wedge

2.30pm – 2.50pm – Syed Murtuza Baker

2.50pm – 3.10pm – Ali Al-Anbaki

3.10pm – 3.30pm - Mohammad Faiz Iqbal Faiz

3.30pm – 4.00pm

Q&A session

4.05pm – 4.15pm

Closing remarks

Drinks