Spatial mapping of FFPE mouse brain: Integrating snRNA-seq with spatial transcriptomics to study complex tissue organization

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Are you untangling tumor heterogeneity or uncovering new biomarkers? Spatial mapping opens new avenues for biological discovery, particularly in combination with other single-cell workflows. However, many spatial and single-cell technologies rely on complex workflows, proprietary protocols, and computationally intensive segmentation or deconvolution steps to resolve individual cells. These features limit exploration of intricate systems—including tumor cells or nervous systems—where precise cell-type classification, anatomical mapping, and single-cell gene-level sensitivity are essential.

To overcome these limitations, Takara Bio developed the Trekker Single-Cell Spatial Mapping Kits, a new class of spatial technology that combines the sensitivity of single-cell analyses with a simple, robust spatial tagging approach. In this live webinar, Dr. Cedric Uytingco introduces Trekker FX, a new Trekker kit that expands compatibility to formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue, making it easier than ever to incorporate a spatial dimension into your single-cell analysis. Using FFPE sections from mouse brain and embryo tissues, Dr. Uytingco characterizes the cellular diversity and regional organization of neural tissues.

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Topics covered:

Achieve true single-cell spatial mapping of FFPE tissues without deconvolution, segmentation, or complex algorithms
Preserve the high quality and sensitivity of single-cell data while adding spatial context
Seamlessly integrates into existing single-cell workflows

Meet the presenter

Cedric Uytingco, PhD
Senior Staff Scientist, Takara Bio Spatial Genomics R&D

Cedric Uytingco is a Senior Staff Scientist at Takara Bio USA, where he focuses on advancing spatial biology technologies. Cedric earned his PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Over his career, Cedric has contributed to cutting-edge research in genomics and assay development, and has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications on olfactory systems, gene therapy, and imaging methodologies. Passionate about scientific innovation and mentorship, Cedric actively engages in outreach and collaborative projects to advance life sciences research.

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