The Carter lab develops new optical microscopes and applies them to important biological problems.

 

Advanced Microscopy Development Unit (AMDU)

We are developing a number of projects based on our new Warwick Open Source Microscope (WOSM) platform. The WOSM will be an excellent base for the development of techniques such as TIRF, super-resolution imaging and live cell imaging where very low drift and minimal light loss are essential characteristics. The WOSM will also deliver the exceptional stability and efficiency required for single molecule recordings.

Single molecule imaging

A major interest is the use of laser tweezers (optical trapping) to measure the steps and forces produced by single kinesin molecules as they walk along microtubules. Current trapping work is focusing on the mechanochemistry of kinesin backsteps.

Nick Carter